About the UK's exit from the EU
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The cross-border "network of humanists" formed in this way continued to exist in Europe, constantly changing its form. All of them originate from the "Republic of Letters" idea. What they have in common is that all those who came up with such ideas were "aristocrats".
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Since the start of the national state system following the Westphalia Treaty in the 17th century, each national state has governed the country by looking for a compromise somewhere between its own "priority of national interests (true intentions)" and the "priority of survival of the whole Europe (official stance)". ──
What rulers need in the period of transition is a far-reaching vision, not just a discussion on immediate financial gain. This is what Japanese people should learn from the "advantages and disadvantages of others".
However, the conflict between the "European Community" and the "national state" is not a new story. Therefore, it does not end here.