Brian Crombie Radio Hour - Epi 1590 - The “Davos Doctrine”: Can Canada Lead a Coalition of Middle Powers with Colin Robertson

On The Brian Crombie Hour, Brian is joined by Colin Robertson to examine Prime Minister Mark Carney’s emerging foreign policy vision — sometimes called the “Davos Doctrine.” 🌍 Part 1 — A New InternationalismWe explore Carney’s global diplomatic approach and why some see him as Canada’s most internationalist leader since Lester B. Pearson, as traditional global institutions lose influence. 🤝 Part 2 — The Rise of Middle PowersWith great power cooperation weakening, we discuss how countries like Canada, Australia, and European allies may increasingly shape global rules through coalitions rather than consensus-based institutions. 🇨🇦 Part 3 — Strategic AutonomyCanada’s effort to reduce dependence on the United States raises major questions about defense, trade, technology, and long-term sovereignty.💻 Part 4 — Digital SovereigntyWe examine the dominance of U.S. tech infrastructure and why AI, data, satellites, and supply chains are now central to national sovereignty. 📊 Part 5 — The Scorecard So FarColin offers a balanced assessment: strong vision and international positioning, but ongoing challenges in execution — especially in trade diversification, defense capacity, and internal barriers. 🔎 The Big QuestionCan Canada move from strategy to execution — and actually build the capacity required to matter in a world of great power rivalry?