聯合國前副秘書長沙祖康訪問啟明星

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4月28日，聯合國前副秘書長沙祖康和中國前駐塞浦路斯、烏干達大使趙亞力訪問了啟明星學校北皋校區。一同訪問的還有沙祖康夫人、中國駐釜山總領事館前總領事劉謹鳳女士。

沙祖康先生（右六）、趙亞力先生（右三）和劉謹鳳女士（左六）和啟明星執行校董許尚杰（左五）、學校領導團隊、師生合影。

沙祖康先生是中國外交界的風云人物，先后擔任中國常駐聯合國代表團參贊、外交部國際司副司長、中國常駐日內瓦裁軍談判會議大使、外交部軍控司司長、中國常駐日內瓦聯合國辦事處和瑞士其他國際組織的代表和大使，是我國一系列重大軍控和裁軍倡議的設計者之一，也是改革開放以來中國外交的參與者和見證者。

沙先生出任聯合國副秘書長、主管經濟和社會問題的時候，推動制定了聯合國的可持續發展目標（SDG），成為全世界發展的綱領。

參觀

5年級學生王子天和張竟文擔任小向導，帶客人們參觀了啟明星中西合璧的校園和完善的教學設施：

解惑

11年級學生王康睿和楊一森對加入國際組織工作特別有興趣。他們抓住這次難得的機會，當面訪問了這些資深的職業外交家：

問：想要從事外交工作或是進入國際組織工作，我們需要做哪些準備呢？

沙祖康先生：有這樣的志向特別好！因為你們不但有為中國人民服務的愿望，也有為世界人民服務的理想。

怎樣做好外交工作呢？我的建議主要有2點：

第一，剛剛參觀我了解到，這所學校是很先進的。你們要利用好學校的條件，抓緊可以專心學習的時間，心無旁騖地學習。

第二，作為外交官，要了解自己的國家。比如，如果你是中國人，你要了解自己的祖國，了解中國浩瀚燦爛的歷史，了解我們國家經濟社會文化的方方面面；另外，你也要了解世界，了解某個國家或者國際社會方方面面的知識和現實。

還有，剛剛參觀的時候我發現，這里（啟明星）的小孩子中英文都很好。這樣很好，外文不好，外交無從做起，但是中文也很重要，學好英文的同時，中文學習不能爛尾。

趙亞力先生：除了語言能力很重要，體育鍛煉對于你們也非常重要。

沙祖康先生：沒有健康，什么都不要談。比如我自己，做外交官的時候，我的工作強度非常大，但我能堅持下來，就是因為有堅持運動的習慣。我從小練體操，打網球、羽毛球，游泳，66歲開始打高爾夫球。剛剛我看到你們的娃娃滿場跑，曬得黑黑的，很好啊！

趙亞力先生：現在，中國人在國際組織做職員的比例還是需要提高的。你們這樣學校的學生在加入國際組織方面是有優勢的，無論是語言能力還是知識結構。你們愿意為中國、為全人類的福利服務，是很讓人欣賞的！

問：中國在世界的可持續發展方面擔當什么樣的責任，處于什么樣的地位？

沙祖康先生：今天，中國已經是推進可持續發展的冠軍。我們的風力發電、太陽能發電和核能發展都是世界第一，水力發電發展也是很快的。前些天中央臺的新聞報道，我們的風能和太陽能的裝機容量已經超過化石能源，也就是說以后我們的能源主要依靠風能和太陽能，而不是石油和煤炭了。在清潔能源發展方面，我們已經遙遙走在世界前列。孩子們，你們關心這些議題非常好！

沙祖康先生和趙亞力先生強調的語言素養、知識結構、體育健康，正是啟明星教育無時無刻不在關注的細節。

作為職業外交官，他們終生為之奮斗的理想，也和啟明關注社會創新、培養胸懷天下的世界公民的理念并行不悖！

啟明星總是吸引和邀請社會各界菁英和知名人士來到校園，成為學生開闊視野、了解真實世界的機會。

請關注我們的公眾號，第一時間了解校園大事和最新動態！

On April 28,former United Nations Under-Secretary-General Mr. Sha Zukangandformer Chinese Ambassador to Cyprus and Uganda Mr. Zhao Yalivisited Daystar Academy’s Beigao Campus.They were joined by Mrs. Sha and Ms. Liu Jinfeng, former Consul General at the Chinese Consulate in Busan.

Mr. Sha Zukang (sixth from right), Mr. Zhao Yali (third from right), and Ms. Liu Jinfeng (sixth from left) with Daystar Academy executive board member Jack Hsu (five from left), leadership, faculty, and students.

Mr. Sha Zukang is a prominent figure in China's diplomatic circles.He has held a wide range of important positions, including: First Secretary and Counsellor at the Permanent Mission of the People’s Republic of China to the United Nations, New York; Counsellor and Deputy Director-General of the Department of International Organizations and Conferences of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador for Disarmament Affairs to the UN Office in Geneva, Director-General of the Department of Arms Control of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Permanent Representative and Ambassador of China to the United Nations Office at Geneva and other international organizations in Switzerland. He was one of the architects of a series of major arms control and disarmament initiatives and has been both a participant in and a witness to China's diplomacy since the beginning of the reform and opening-up period.

Mr. Sha also playeda key role in promoting the formulation of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)during his tenure as UN Under-Secretary-General for Economic and Social Affairs, helping establish them as a global agenda for development.

Campus Tour

Fifth grade students Thomas Wang and Miya Zhang served as junior guides, leading the guests on a tour of Daystar’s campus and state-of-the-art facilities.

Interview

Eleventh grade students Kerry Wang and Ethan Yang, both passionate about working for international organizations, seized the opportunity to speak directly with the seasoned diplomats:

Q: What should we do if we want to pursue a career in diplomacy or with international organizations?

Mr. Sha Zukang:It’s wonderful that you have such aspirations! It means you're not only thinking of serving the people of China but also have a vision for serving humanity at large.

If you want to prepare for a career in diplomacy, I have two main suggestions:

First, Daystar is a pioneering school; this was clear during my visit. Make the most of the learning environment here. Focus on studying, and do so without distractions.

Second, a good diplomat must understand their own country. For example, as a Chinese citizen, you should deeply understand China’s rich and profound history, as well as the country’s economy, society, and culture. In addition, you must understand the world—global issues, the realities of specific countries, and how international systems work.

I also noticed how well your students speak both English and Chinese—this is excellent. Language is essential: without strong language skills, there is no diplomacy. However, don’t neglect Chinese while you’re strengthening your English. Both are vital.

Mr. Zhao Yali:Besides language skills, physical fitness is also extremely important.

Mr. Sha Zukang:Without good health, nothing else matters. When I was a diplomat, although my workload was intense, I was able to endure because I maintained a dedicated exercise routine. I practiced gymnastics as a child, played tennis and badminton, swam regularly, and even took up golf at 66. I saw the younger students running around the playground earlier—tanned and energetic. That’s great!

Mr. Zhao Yali:Currently, the proportion of Chinese professionals in international organizations is still too low. Students like you from schools like Daystar have a real advantage when it comes to pursuing such careers—your language proficiency and knowledge base are very competitive. It's truly admirable that you want to serve the welfare of both China and the global community!

Q: What role does China play in global sustainable development?

Mr. Sha Zukang:Today, China is a leader in promoting sustainable development. We’re number one globally in wind energy, solar power, and nuclear energy development, and our hydropower is advancing rapidly. In the field of clean energy, China is leading the way. Just recently, CCTV reported that China’s wind and solar installed capacity has surpassed that of fossil fuels—meaning that in the future, our energy will be primarily from renewable sources rather than oil or coal.

I was fortunate to be involved in developing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) during my tenure as UN Under-Secretary-General in charge of Economic and Social Affairs. These goals have now become the global blueprint for development. I’m glad to see you taking an interest in these important issues!

The values emphasized by Mr. Sha and Mr. Zhao—language proficiency, well-rounded knowledge, and physical health—are at the heart of Daystar’s holistic education.

The ideals these veteran diplomats have spent their careers pursuing align closely with Daystar’s mission to nurture socially innovative global citizens with a heart for the world.

Daystar Academy regularly invites leaders and distinguished guests from all walks of life to campus—opening doors for students to broaden their horizons and engage with the real world.

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