Laurent is a Senior Analyst at Global Affairs Canada, working mainly on international relations in the Asia-Pacific and currently focusing on Canada’s science, technology and innovation relationships in the region. Previously, he worked as a development officer on the Vietnam Program with a focus on blended finance projects, and an analyst for the Canadian International Assistance programs in the region. He studied and worked in China, learning Mandarin at Fudan University and working for the Consulate of Canada in Chongqing.

Laurent holds a master’s degree in Sociology from Laval University, focusing on economic development.