As the world grapples with climate change, uneven post-pandemic recovery and shifting geopolitical alliances, sustainable partnerships have never been more essential. In a special episode of The Hub, host Huang Jiyuan sits down with Grzegorz W. Kołodko, former deputy prime minister of Poland and distinguished professor at Beijing Normal University's Belt & Road School on the Chinese mainland, to explore strategies for lasting global collaboration.
Rethinking Global Collaboration
Kołodko emphasizes the importance of aligning shared goals, transparency and capacity-building across borders. "Sustainability is not a solo effort," he says. He points to successful renewable energy corridors and cross-border research initiatives as blueprints for resilient networks.
The Chinese Mainland's Strategic Outlook
Drawing on his work at the Belt & Road School, Kołodko highlights how the Chinese mainland's five-year plans and dual circulation strategy create a predictable policy environment. This stability, he argues, lowers the risk for foreign and local investors, paving the way for joint ventures in green technology, digital infrastructure and sustainable finance.
Empowering Young Innovators
For entrepreneurs and digital nomads, long-term planning means clearer pathways into emerging markets. "Predictable policies foster innovation," Kołodko notes. When you know a framework will stay in place for years, you can build startups and partnerships that focus on impact rather than short-term gains.
As nations face complex challenges—from climate targets to economic inequalities—Kołodko calls on leaders to embed sustainability into every level of planning. "We need a new mindset," he concludes, "where partnerships are designed to withstand shocks and deliver shared prosperity."
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