China: Primer on a Global Power
Upcoming sessions
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October 29, 2024
Virtual
9:00 am to 12:30 pm (ET)
French
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Overview
Delivery method
Classroom
Virtual Classroom
Duration
10.5 hours (3 sessions of 3.5 hours)
Audience
Employees
Other Government Department Employee
Description
This course is set against the backdrop of the rise of China and its impact on the world order and the international economy. It aims to enable employees to get an understanding of the driving forces within China and of the country’s international political and commercial aspirations. The course will help participants understand Canada’s role in China and better promote and defend Canadian interests in the region in light of Canada’s Indo-Pacific Strategy.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- recognize the driving forces within China
- explain why China matters to Canada
- understand how China applies its power and influence abroad in its foreign relations
- recognize the nature of China’s power and influence and its overall objectives abroad
Notes: This course is available to other government department employees on a cost-recovery basis.
For more information, please contact Learning-Apprentissage@international.gc.ca
Legacy course code: 00016248
Additional upcoming sessions
| Date and Time | Session code | Location | Language | Available seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 29, 2024, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm (ET) | IA0123-FR-2024-001 | Virtual | French | 18 | Sign in to register |
| November 05, 2024, 9:00 am to 12:30 pm (ET) | IA0123-EN-2024-001 | Virtual | English | Full | Sign in to register |
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