Gordon Giffin

Former U.S. ambassador Gordon Giffin provides insight into the diplomatic fallout after Ambassador Pete Hoekstra's explosive comments directed at an Ontario trade representative. Hae-Jing Kim discusses the potential for strengthening Canada-Korea trade, focusing on key sectors like energy and defense. They also explore the implications of Hoekstra's behavior on U.S.-Canada relations and Canada’s strategy for diversifying trade amid tensions. The conversation sheds light on how diplomatic decorum impacts international negotiations.