Respond to this discussion post in 250 words all paragraphs and add a question: As the global manager overseeing a multicultural R&D team at TechKnow Inc., resolving the conflict between Akira Sato and Rahul Sharma requires a culturally sensitive and structured approach. Their disagreement stems not from incompetence or insubordination, but from deeply rooted cultural differences. Akira, coming from a high-context, hierarchical, and collectivist Japanese culture, communicates indirectly and values authority, harmony, and long work hours as a sign of commitment. Rahul, on the other hand, represents a low-context, egalitarian, and individualistic Indian work culture where directness, collaboration, and work-life balance are highly valued. These differences have led to a breakdown in communication, mismatched expectations, and a refusal to collaborate. The first step in resolving this issue would be to de-escalate the situation by privately meeting each employee. This creates psychological safety and gives both individuals the space to express their frustrations without judgment. Once tensions have eased, I would reframe the issue as a cultural misunderstanding rather than a personal conflict. Drawing on Hall's Context Communication Theory (1976) and Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions (2001), I would explain how their behaviors are shaped by their respective cultural norms. This framing can help both employees develop empathy and reduce defensiveness. I would then facilitate a joi