Doug Guthrie “The China Whisperer” is the author of China and Globalisation, and Dragon in a Three-Piece Suit and a Professor at Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University. You can follow her here on LinkedIn.

In this insightful episode of 'Part Maven, Part Maverick,' we sit down with Doug Guthrie, famously known as Apple’s 'China Whisperer,' in Patrick McGee’s book Apple in China, to explore the intricate relationship between China and global businesses. Guthrie, who has authored several books on China and has held prominent academic and corporate positions, shares his journey—from studying Chinese language and literature to advising Apple in China. The discussion delves into the critical role of strategic learning, China’s sophisticated manufacturing supply chains, and its effective industrial policy. Guthrie also provides an in-depth look at the role of Apple University, China’s global ambitions under Xi Jinping, and the geopolitical implications of current U.S.-China relations. This episode sheds light on the evolving landscape of global trade, the importance of humility in learning, and the potential future of democracy in China. Join us as we unpack these complex dynamics with an insider's perspective.

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