China and the Indo-Pacific Strategy

Many see Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy released last November as a commitment to expanding engagement with the region and an effort to systematically counter China's influence. As one of the most consequential and vibrant regions to the global economy and increasingly security, it's also essential to Canada's future. 

While some portray the strategy as a call for diversification away from China, China looms large in the region nonetheless. China remains the largest trading partner for most Indo-Pacific countries and is at the centre of highly integrated supply chains and business networks. Managing the relationship with China also tops the foreign policy agenda for most nations in the region. Canada's further engagement in the region will also lead to more exposure and interaction with Chinese entities. 

What does the IPS tell us about the new strategic approach/direction towards China going forward and how this will impact our relations with China? Join us in a virtual panel discussion with leading Canadian policy experts.