Define "civilisation"? How are we doing - East and West?

Question

I've had "civilisation " defined as "material sufficiency, open dialogue and thought, and aesthetic appreciation of the world, expressed through the arts". With world, and art here being all inclusive. That suits my own prejudices, although I would add some other elements not including religion. But others might define it differently, from a different world view?

Answer 1

East is being demolished by the west! In many ways......