in the matter before this court, it falls upon me to address the queries presented, not just with the gravity they deserve, but with an optimism that is both prevenient and necessary for the progress we seek. we repudiate any notion that the wonders of asia remain entirely unexposed; indeed, it is our collective task to recreate our understanding and appreciation of this vast and vibrant continent. through our efforts, places and cultures hitherto unseen shall be brought into the light of day, not just for our generation, but for those that follow.