【环球时报综合报道】作为去殖民化举措的一部分，印度总统穆尔穆23日为该国独立后第一任总督拉贾 戈巴拉查理的新雕像揭幕，新雕像取代了此前在总统府中央庭院矗立的总统府设计者之一——英国建筑 师埃德温·勒琴斯的雕像。据《印度斯坦时报》报道，印度总理莫迪22日在广播节目中宣布这一官方活 动时表示，"印度正在摒弃奴隶制的外在表现，并开始珍视与该国文化相关的象征"。 勒琴斯是德里城市规划的核心人物。英国《每日电讯报》称，勒琴斯曾负责设计德里多个标志性建筑。 1911年，英王乔治五世宣布将英属印度首都由加尔各答迁至德里，勒琴斯被任命为首席建筑师。《印度 斯坦时报》提到，他与英国建筑师贝克合作，在总统府的设计中发展出一种印欧混合风格，将多种建筑 风格整合在了一起。英国《泰晤士报》称，为表彰勒琴斯对德里的影响，该城市的行政中心后来被称 为"勒琴斯德里"。 印媒称，近年"勒琴斯德里"一词逐渐演变为一个政治标签，用来指代讲英语、毕业于牛津或剑桥、与国 大党关系密切、被认为与普通印度民众生活脱节的"精英群体"。因此，移除勒琴斯雕像的举措也被认为 是摆脱殖民主义思想残余的系列措施之一。 自2014年莫迪首次当选总理以来，印度着力于消除 ...

【环球时报赴毛里求斯特派记者 黄培昭】编者的话：最近，印度洋上一些国家接连吸引国际视线：法 国总统马克龙将毛里求斯作为其非洲四国行的首站，中共中央政治局委员、外交部长王毅对坦桑尼亚等 非洲国家进行访问并在归途中经停斯里兰卡。这些外交动向再次将印度洋以及该地区国家的战略意义推 向台前。浩瀚的印度洋承载着全球过半的集装箱货运和1/3的散货贸易，是连接东西方的能源与贸易命 脉，而该地区国家正是把控这条命脉的枢纽。在"聚焦印度洋"系列报道中，《环球时报》将为您讲述印 度洋日益凸显的重要性，介绍印度洋相关国家的历史与发展现状，剖析其内政外交政策以及如何与其他 国家进行合作与互动。 然而，西方国家殖民给毛里求斯留下的伤痕尚未完全愈合——查戈斯群岛仍在英国的控制下。该群岛位 于毛里求斯东北约750公里的印度洋海域，1965年毛里求斯被迫将其割让给英国。次年，英国将群岛中 的主岛迪戈加西亚租给美国建设空军基地。 迪戈加西亚岛地处印度洋上连接亚洲与非洲的主要国际贸易通道沿线。据欧洲《现代外交》等媒体报 道，美国在该岛上的基地为其在印度洋提供了重要的战略纵深和战术指挥便利。基地设施包括可停靠航 空母舰的深水港、适用于战机起飞的长 ...

Group 1 - Ethan Mark is an associate professor at Leiden University focusing on the history of Japanese imperialism and the socio-cultural history of the 20th century, particularly during the 1920s to 1940s [2][3] - His groundbreaking book, "Japan's Occupation of Java in the Second World War: A Transnational History," published in 2019, offers a complex cultural encounter perspective on Japan's occupation of Java, revealing its long-lasting impact on Javanese society [2][3] - Mark actively engages in public discussions reflecting on the legacy of the Dutch colonial empire and advocates for placing World War II history within the contexts of globalization and decolonization to challenge Eurocentrism [2][3] Group 2 - Mark's research delves into the intricate relationships between Indonesian anti-colonial nationalism, the racial order in the Dutch East Indies, and the complex ties between Chinese communities and Indonesian nationalism [3][10] - He highlights the rise of Indonesian nationalism in the early 20th century, which was influenced by global nationalist movements and characterized by tensions between Indonesians and Chinese communities due to colonial policies [10][11] - The Dutch colonial regime's oppressive measures in the 1920s and 1930s, coupled with the economic competition from Japanese merchants during the Great Depression, initially led many Indonesians to welcome the Japanese invasion in 1942, hoping for prosperity and friendly relations [11][12] Group 3 - The transformation of Indonesian perceptions of Japan during the occupation was gradual and complex, marked by contradictions in Japanese propaganda and actions, such as the initial promotion of Indonesian nationalism followed by its suppression [12][13] - Mark emphasizes that there was no single turning point in Indonesian attitudes towards Japan; rather, it was a continuous process of disillusionment influenced by various events and propaganda [12][14] - The Japanese occupation was marked by a tension between the harsh realities of military rule and the initial hopes for liberation from Dutch colonialism, leading to a complicated relationship where some Indonesian elites chose to collaborate with the Japanese despite the occupation's brutality [15][16] Group 4 - Mark discusses the appeal of Japanese "Pan-Asianism" to Indonesian nationalists, who saw it as a way to oppose Western imperialism without engaging in radical social revolution, thus presenting a conservative revolutionary perspective [16][17] - The Japanese propaganda efforts in Java involved cultural elites who produced high-quality materials that resonated with Indonesian audiences, despite the underlying hypocrisy of their messages [17][19] - The gradual disillusionment with Japanese rule was compounded by the realization that Japan's promises of independence were not being fulfilled, leading to increased resentment among Indonesian nationalists [19][21] Group 5 - Mark critiques the Dutch narrative of World War II, which often frames the conflict as a victimization story, neglecting the colonial context and the perspectives of colonized peoples like Indonesians [21][22] - He highlights the importance of remembering the colonial legacy in understanding contemporary Dutch and Indonesian societies, emphasizing that the Dutch often fail to acknowledge their imperial past [22][23] - The ongoing political discourse in the Netherlands reflects a struggle with colonial nostalgia and the need for a more critical engagement with the history of colonialism and its impacts [31][32]

Core Viewpoint - Venezuela is emphasizing its sovereignty and peace in response to external pressures, particularly criticizing the U.S. military presence in the Caribbean as a form of colonialism [1] Group 1: Government Actions and Statements - Venezuelan Defense Minister Padrino Lopez highlighted the need to confront external pressures with a stance of sovereignty and peace, specifically targeting U.S. military deployments in the Caribbean [1] - President Maduro called on citizens to participate in commemorative marches, stressing the importance of remembering the strength and wisdom of indigenous peoples while reaffirming commitments to decolonization and social equity [1] - The Bolivarian National Armed Forces (FANB) paid tribute to indigenous leaders on the commemorative day and reiterated their opposition to U.S. military presence in the Caribbean, labeling it a "reiteration of colonial methods" [1] Group 2: U.S.-Venezuela Relations - Relations between Venezuela and the U.S. have been increasingly tense, particularly since early September when the U.S. deployed multiple warships near Venezuela under the pretext of combating drug trafficking in Latin America [1] - President Maduro accused the U.S. of attempting to instigate regime change in Venezuela through military threats and expanding its military presence in Latin America [1]

Core Viewpoint - The French government has returned three human skulls, including that of King Toera of the Sakalava Kingdom, to Madagascar, highlighting the brutal colonial history of France in the region [1][4]. Historical Context - France invaded Madagascar in 1883, forcing the Imerina Kingdom to sign an unequal treaty, and subsequently re-invaded in 1894, leading to Madagascar becoming a French colony in 1896 [4]. - King Toera expressed a desire for peace talks with French forces in 1897, but was killed in a surprise attack, with his head being severed and taken to France as a trophy [4][5]. Colonial Impact - Following Toera's death, Madagascar was transformed into a raw material supplier for France, with forced cultivation of cash crops leading to food shortages [5]. - The French colonial authorities implemented forced labor systems, resulting in high mortality rates among local workers, and imposed heavy taxes that exacerbated poverty [5]. - Cultural assimilation policies marginalized local languages and education, aiming to create a workforce for the French economy [5]. Resistance and Independence - Despite colonial oppression, resistance movements emerged, culminating in a significant uprising in 1947, which, although suppressed, marked the rise of nationalism [5]. - Madagascar gained autonomy in 1958 and achieved full independence on June 26, 1960, commemorating the sacrifices of its ancestors, including King Toera [6]. Recent Developments - In 2023, France passed a law allowing the return of human remains taken during the colonial period, with Toera's skull set to be returned by 2025 [6].

Group 1 - The report titled "Ideological Colonialism - The Means, Roots, and International Hazards of America's Cognitive Warfare" was released at the 2025 Global South Media Think Tank Forum, highlighting the historical context and new trends of cognitive warfare conducted by the United States [1] - The report emphasizes the need for global South countries to recognize the dangers of ideological colonialism and to reclaim cultural sovereignty as a means to achieve true decolonization [1][2] - It argues that cultural confidence is fundamental for national strength, urging developing countries to reassess their history and culture to establish a strong sense of identity and confidence [2] Group 2 - The report advocates for the importance of cultural exchange and mutual learning among civilizations, stating that no civilization exists in isolation and that respect for different cultures is essential for human progress [3] - It calls for global South countries to maintain their cultural roots, assert their autonomy, and foster cooperative efforts to shine on the world stage and contribute to a new chapter in human civilization [3]