For decades Canada has been a reliable source of investment for researchers and research institutions in Asia. For example, the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) has, since 2016, invested C$500 million into research and innovation to understand and find solutions for problems in developing countries and regions across Asia and the Pacific.
This CIAC2025 session delves into Canadian investments into research and development across Asia and the positive impacts of these significant investments.
Featuring:
- Julia Scott, Vice-President, Member Services, Universities Canada (Canada; Lead Panellist)
- Joe Wong, Vice-President, International, University of Toronto (Canada)
- Jean-Louis Arcand, President, Global Development Network (Canada/Switzerland)
- Helani Galpaya, Chief Executive Officer, LIRNEAsia (Sri Lanka)
- Kapil Kapoor, Regional Director for Asia, IDRC (India/Canada)
Recorded at the Canada-in-Asia Conference 2025 on February 20, 2025.
