This planet on which we rely for our subsistence is facing immense and unprecedented crises, both known and unknown, foreseeable and unforeseeable. Whether human civilization can survive these has become an existential issue that must be squarely faced. Conflict and harmony remain a pivotal debate. While the aspiration for peace and fairness is a common goal, the means to achieve it are often contentious. Some scholars argue that war, paradoxically, can be a necessary instrument to secure lasting peace and justice. The realist perspective in IR theory posits that the international system is inherently anarchic, with no overarching authority to enforce rules and norms. In such a system, states prioritize their survival and security, often leading to conflicts.

       Realists argue that war, despite its destructive nature, can serve as a catalyst for establishing a new equilibrium. The notion that war can be necessary for peace is rooted in the idea that certain injustices or threats cannot be addressed through diplomacy alone. For instance, the intervention in World War II was seen as essential to stop the aggression of Axis powers and to liberate nations under totalitarian regimes. In this context, war was a means to restore balance and ensure a more just international order. The World Wars led to significant geopolitical shifts and the establishment of international institutions like the United Nations aimed at preventing future conflicts and promoting global stability. On the other hand, the concept of a global community of shared future reflects the common interests of all civilizations. All narratives below manifest the profound cultural and intellectual essence of the world.

       From the principle of equity and sovereignty established by the peace of Westphalia in 1648, to international humanitarianism by the Geneva Conventions in 1864, then to the four purposes and seven principles by the charter of the United Nations in 1945, and later to the five principles of peaceful coexistence proposed at the Bandung Conference in 1955, norms of international relations have evolved into widely recognized principles and become the essential foundations of a global community of shared future. Where all peoples, all countries, and all individuals – being interconnected.

       Being interconnected – means standing together in adversity and through thick and thin, navigating towards greater harmony on this planet that we call home. In terms of the vision for a global order. On the opening day of the 2022 winter Olympics, 20 days before the Russian SMO of Ukraine, President Putin and President Xi had met in Beijing and declared a “no limits” partnership. In March, 2023, as President Xi left the Kremlin, he told President Putin: “there are changes—the likes of which we haven’t seen for 100 years—and we are the ones driving these changes together.”

       President Putin provided a full endorsement of Russia and China’s global and regional initiatives. He argued that the BRICS consortium is “attractive” to countries in the “global south” and “global east” because it makes “their voices heard and valued.” Both sides are framing Russia’s hard lesson on a proxy leader (Zelensky) and proxy nation (Ukraine) in terms of promoting a multipolar world order and pushing back against the U.S. Hegemony. Their joint statement argues for “removing the root causes” or causa prima of the war—which, according to the Russian and Chinese positions, is NATO’s eastward expansion.

       Causa Prima: Survival of the Fittest Theory & Neuro Science Effects

       Known as “natural selection,” it is a simple statement of the fact that in dangerous circumstances, only those individuals most adapted to their environment survive—and the world, with its limited food supply, fearsome predators, and devastating diseases is always a dangerous place. Organisms that are better adapted to their environment are best suited to survive and successfully reproduce. In Darwinian terms, the phrase is best understood as "survival of the form that in successive generations will leave most copies of itself." Herbert Spencer coined the phrase "survival of the fittest".

       Deep inside there is an implemented mind of winner takes all - no competitor ever allowed – a winner-takes-all market, refers to an economic and technological system where competition allows the best performers to rise to the top at the expense of the losers or the 2nd class. The ultimate end-result of a winner-takes-all market is an oligopoly, where only a large, powerful nation controls a majority of the market and maintains dominance through ideology, technology, market, trades and finance. On the other hand, Eastern world wisdom comprehends something from the roots of the problem. There are things unseen, but exist as underlying problems (values, behaviours, goals, interests etc.). The interplay between the concept of "survival of the fittest," and advancements in neuroscience technology offers a fascinating perspective on international relations and the behaviour of leaders, elites and people.

       The competition among nations can be seen as a macrocosm of Darwinian competition, where countries strive for dominance and survival, neurotechnology enhances our understanding of how leaders make decisions, how propaganda affects public opinion, and how collective identities are formed and maintained. By applying these insights, nations can develop more effective strategies for negotiation, conflict resolution, and alliance-building.

       Implementation of Neuroscience In Warfare Vis A Vis Global Community Of Shared Values Among Nation Leaders

       The questions are why conflict and tensions are rising. War has returned to the Eurasian and middle east continent, and a series of flashpoints are emerging in Indo Pacific. Countries are turning to a “small yard, high fence” approach to wall themselves off; they are pushing for decoupling, severing and “derisking” supply chains. The matter is worse since resources have a huge effect on environmental stress that tends to make people prone to violence as they seek alternatives to desperate situations, while resource riches give strong motivation to particular groups to gain control over such resources.

       Intra-state wars mainly consist of fighting between groups, motives, resentments, and ambitions provide motivation for war, divided along cultural or religious lines, by geography, or by class. Group differences only become worth fighting for, particularly in the distribution and exercise of political and economic power. From a political perspective, inclusive government is not simply a matter of democracy; majority-based democracy can lead to oppression of minorities.

       The use of neuroscience achievements to improve military potential provides the following advantages:

       Enhanced Soldier Performances: One of the primary applications of neuroscience in warfare is the enhancement of (NATO and Ukraine) soldier performance. Neurotechnology can improve cognitive functions such as attention, memory, and decision-making under stress.

       Psychological Operations and Manipulation: Neuroscience can be employed in psychological operations (psyops). Understanding the neural mechanisms behind fear, stress, and decision-making can enable the development of more sophisticated propaganda and disinformation campaigns. By targeting specific neural responses, adversaries can manipulate public perception and morale, potentially leading to destabilization without direct conflict.

       We know quite well some countries’ hegemonic, abusive, and aggressive actions against others, in the form of swindling, plundering, oppression, and the zero-sum game. Certain countries still cling to this mindset, blindly pursuing absolute security and monopolistic advantages. The implementation of neuroscience in warfare could spur an arms race in neurotechnology, similar to the proliferation of nuclear weapons. There is a risk of escalation that leads to increased global instability and the potential for misuse of these neuroweapons technologies. This will simply create a major threat to world peace and prosperity

       Russia Systemic Equilibrium Strategy and Leadership into Global Community of Shared Goal & Leadership

       In this global village, all human beings are one big family. No country should hope for others to fail. Instead, it should work together with other countries for the success of all. To build a global community of shared goals is not to replace one system or civilization with another. Instead, it is about countries with different social systems, ideologies, histories, cultures and levels of development coming together to promote shared interests, shared rights, and shared responsibilities in global affairs.

       Creating a global community of shared values and attitudes among nation leaders involves leveraging the insights from neuroscience, ethical considerations, and international relations theory to foster cooperation, empathy, and informed decision-making. In order to create mutual respect and dialogs between nation’s, nuclear arsenals and space technology are not sufficient nowadays; the key to us hegemony lies in the supremacy of the semiconductors.

       Russia could take multidimensional strategic steps by starting with a new vision: to become the leader in a semiconductor. This vision outlines the needs of a multipolar emergent power strategy and creates a robust plan, then continues with integration steps from promoting, selecting, and recruiting the potential members. Starting with Russian strategic priority to mastery the semiconductor as her "New Tsar Bomba.'' This could create huge efforts in lithography technology research and development as the key semiconductor technology, followed by the “Saint Petersburg project” (refer to Manhattan project) that aims to achieve a single purpose: to build lithography technology. When the lithography technology capacity of Russia is raised, it will strengthen the semiconductor capacity and also raise the semiconductor strength level. This could lead to mitigating US semiconductor supremacy and therefore lessening U.S hegemony level. By this Russian systemic curb on U.S policy and will force U.S into a negotiation table with Russia in an equal manner.

       Today, with neuroscience and neuroweapon technology continuing to evolve, its applications in international relations on the other hand promise to reshape how nations interact and how global stability is maintained. Research shows that while humans possess innate survival instincts that can lead to aggression, they also have profound abilities for empathy and altruism. In contemplating the future of war and conflicts, it is essential to draw inspiration from the visionary perspectives of Spirit of Bandung and Indonesia's first President, Sukarno on building a new world order and the balance of power. He envisioned a world where nations could transcend all differences and work collaboratively to create a new global order based on justice, equality, and mutual respect. Soekarno's call for "dynamic equilibrium" emphasized the importance of balancing power dynamics to fostering a harmonious coexistence.

       The 5 neuro science elements below will be able to achieve ‘’St Petersburg Project’’ on semiconductor and lithography call for "technology equilibrium" with friendly and technologically advanced countries to achieve what President Xi words to President Putin: “there are changes—and we are the ones driving these changes together.” Into real steps, through:

       Enhanced Cognitive Abilities and Decision-Making: Neuroscience can improve leaders' cognitive functions, enabling them to make better, more informed decisions, and help leaders develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and emotional intelligence. This can lead to more rational governance, reducing the likelihood of conflicts and promoting cooperative international relations.

       Empathy and Cross-Cultural Understanding: Neuroscience underscores the importance of empathy in human interactions. By fostering a deeper understanding of how empathy works in the brain, leaders can be encouraged to adopt more compassionate and inclusive policies and respect diverse cultures, leading to more harmonious international relations and cooperative efforts to solve ‘non dynamic equilibrium” world issues.

       Cooperative Problem-Solving: Neuroscience shows that humans have an innate capacity for cooperation. Collaborative problem-solving and collective action can help leaders work together on global challenges. Recognizing the neural basis for cooperation can build a sense of common purpose and shared responsibility among leaders, enhancing the spirit of ‘Bhineka Tunggal Ika” or unity in diversity.

       Building Trust and Transparency: Understanding the neural basis of trust can inform strategies to enhance transparency and accountability in diplomatic interactions. Leaders who prioritize transparency and open communication are more likely to build trust with their counterparts, creating a global environment conducive to cooperation and peace.

       Shared Values and Norms: Neuroscience can contribute by highlighting the benefits of cooperative behaviour and shared goals, reinforcing the importance of shared values and norms.

       In conclusion, the interplay of conflict and harmony in international relations reflects a complex reality where both war and peace efforts shape the global order. Therefore, on the question of global leadership key towards world development in the 21st century while some scholars assert that war may be a necessary evil to achieve peace and fairness, embracing a nuanced approach that prioritizes diplomacy and international cooperation while recognizing the occasional need for forceful intervention. Neuroscience underscores the importance of empathy. By fostering a deeper understanding of how empathy works in the brain, leaders can be encouraged to navigate the delicate balance between conflict and harmony.

       In contemporary international relations, the balance between conflict and harmony is continually negotiated. The rise of global challenges traditional notions of warfare and necessitates cooperative, multilateral approaches. By integrating insights from neuroscience, world leadership capabilities, and international relations theory, it is possible to create a global community of shared values and attitudes among nation leaders. Through these efforts, leaders can work together more effectively to address trade, economic and technology challenges, promote peace, and create a more just and harmonious international community, in pursuit of a more just and peaceful world.

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