In the face of such collective global challenges, navigating the clash of civilisations and systems requires a nuanced and pragmatic approach that balances competition with cooperation for the sake of lasting peace. By focusing on areas of mutual benefit and creating confidence-building measures, countries and alliances can mitigate the risk of conflict, and lay the groundwork for a more stable and prosperous future.  Former Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane(Retd) explains in this week’s column.