That's an excellent question. It applies not only to China, but also to Myanmar and other countries where significant human rights violations occur.
The idea is to facilitate a dialogue on these issues. For years, Canada was perceived as preachy, and that got in the way. Meanwhile, China constantly brought up the Canadian government's relations with its Indigenous communities.
We could use examples of reconciliation approaches or diplomatic approaches centred on dialogue and alignment. By that, I mean that we must also acknowledge our inconsistencies, and I think China is sensitive to that. There is no quick, ready-made solution. However, it is important to be consistent. Canada must create spaces for dialogue while upholding and repeatedly reaffirming its commitments. I think there's a feasible way to do this, but it may not be the same approach we've taken in the past.
