The Clash of Civilizations (concept)

"The Clash of Civilizations" is a theory proposed by Samuel P. Huntington, suggesting that future conflicts will mainly occur between different cultural and religious civilizations rather than countries or ideologies. Huntington argues that fundamental differences in values, beliefs, and history among civilizations—such as Western, Islamic, Confucian, and others—make clashes more likely as global interactions increase. Instead of relying solely on political or economic disputes, these cultural divisions shape identity and influence world conflicts, emphasizing the importance of understanding and managing cultural differences to promote peace.