Restraint

Restraint is the act of holding back or controlling oneself or others from taking action, often in the context of conflict or aggression. It is a principle of moderation and avoidance of escalation in international relations and other high-stakes situations.

Why it’s in the news: Restraint is in the news as a key principle being urged by various nations, including Singapore and Vietnam, to de-escalate conflicts and manage geopolitical tensions.

Latest on Restraint

• US-China Tech Competition and AI Safety: Rivalry, Restraint, and the Future of Frontier AI Governance
• BRICS joint declaration calls for 'maximum restraint' in Iran war
• Patient arrested after bedding, restraint belts set ablaze at Hong Kong hospital
• Singapore condemns attacks on Saudi Arabia, urges all parties to exercise restraint: MFA
• Vietnam calls on China, Philippines to exercise restraint in East Sea
• Japan’s detention system under scrutiny after ruling on abuse of restraints

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