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Lesson 19 Key Conversation Welcome to the Team

Jonathan: Everyone, I would like you to welcome Mr. Chan. He is the visiting representative from our new factory in Cambodia.

Chan: Thank you, Jonathan. Because of the hostilities between our two nations in the past, it has been difficult to strike an accord or to do business with one another.

Jonathan: Yes, that is until recently. Thank goodness.

Chan: My feelings exactly. The problem with governments is that they are just in it for themselves. Meanwhile, the common people want to do business and live our lives.

Jonathan: And is that the reason you have sought partnership with our company?

Chan: It is. In fact, I think it's in everyone's best interests that we cooperate with one another. Each of us has resources that could help everyone else grow.

Jonathan: Well then, on behalf of our offices here, we welcome you to our international team.

Chan: Thank you. I expect that this will be a profitable relationship for everyone involved.

课后问题

1. How do you think the Cambodian and Canadian offices of the company will benefit from this partnership?

2. Do you think theirtwo countries will learn to get along because of the example of this business?