In this interview section, previous Icelandic diplomat and sinologist Ragnar Baldursson reflects on the geothermal energy partnership in between China and Iceland.
He highlights how Icelands knowledge in sustainable geothermal energy has actually made it an important partner for China, as the latter focuses on green advancement.
He further highlights that the shared exchange of knowledge and the facility of joint endeavors function as an example of how a big country like China can work together with a smaller one.Furthermore, Baldursson links Chinas green shift to its rich philosophical heritage.
He recommends that ancient ideas such as Tian Ren He Yi (harmony in between humankind and nature) might underpin Chinas commitment to sustainable development.
He likewise indicates the significance of He (cooperation) and Xin (trust) within Chinese culture, rooted possibly in its long history of rice growing, which required large-scale collaboration.
He believes these deeply deep-rooted values are crucial factors to Chinas rapid development, worldwide engagement and its capacity to develop strong and trusted worldwide collaborations.