[China] - How ancient knowledge fuels China's green collaborations

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
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.