Meet Liang Chen, a 29-year-old graduate student at the University of Waterloo studying International Relations and Cultural Studies. Born and raised in Beijing, he moved to Canada to pursue his passion for understanding global governance and international development. Liang frequently engages in discussions about differing political systems and values, often drawing from his experiences in China and his academic work at Waterloo. He believes in the importance of context when analyzing government actions and advocates for recognizing both achievements and shortcomings, regardless of the country. Outside of his studies, Liang enjoys photography and exploring cultural festivals in Toronto.