In this episode of The Negotiation, Darren Touch, founder and CEO of the Canada China Forum, discusses his interest in international relations with China and his experience as a Schwarzman Scholar at Tsinghua University. He shares his insights on the current state of Canada-China relations and the necessary steps to strengthen the relationship. Touch emphasizes the importance of people-to-people exchanges, educational programs, and language proficiency in building a new generation of leaders well-versed in China affairs. He also highlights the challenges of binary thinking and the opportunities for Canadians to gain hands-on experience in China and other parts of the world. Enjoy!
Key Points:
- Developing a nuanced understanding of China is crucial for building a balanced and informed approach to Canada's strategy towards China.
- People-to-people exchanges and educational programs are key to strengthening the Canada-China relationship.
- Language proficiency and hands-on experience in China are valuable competencies for future leaders in international policy and diplomacy.
- Challenges include binary thinking and the need to overcome biases and stereotypes about China.
- Opportunities lie in expanding educational programs and encouraging Canadians to gain international experience.
- Leaving one's comfort zone and experiencing different cultures and perspectives is essential for personal and professional growth.
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