International politics is a brutal and unforgiving arena, where states constantly strive to maximize their power and security.
国际政治是一个残酷而无情的舞台，各国不断努力最大化自己的权力和安全。
You can't have a better tomorrow if you're still thinking about yesterday.
生命中最伟大的事情是保持心灵年轻。
Every story is a journey, and every journey is a story.
The act of writing is an act of memory.
I am heartily rejoiced that my term is so near its close.
当我死去时，都柏林将写在我的心上。
记忆是真相与神话交锋的战场。