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Shannon Tiezzi

Shannon Tiezzi

Shannon Tiezzi is Editor-in-Chief at The Diplomat.

Her main focus is on China, and she writes on China’s foreign relations, domestic politics, and economy. Shannon previously served as a research associate at the U.S.-China Policy Foundation, where she hosted the weekly television show “China Forum.” She received her A.M. from Harvard University and her B.A. from The College of William and Mary. Shannon has also studied at Tsinghua University in Beijing.

Posts by Shannon Tiezzi
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February 02, 2016

China Rejects Latest US FONOP in the South China Sea

By Shannon Tiezzi
The second U.S. FONOP had a different legal rationale than the first -- and sparked a different Chinese response.
January 30, 2016

South Korea Eyes THAAD, China Urges ‘Caution’

By Shannon Tiezzi
South Korea is sending more positive signals on the U.S. missile defense system, to China's dismay.

January 30, 2016

It Just Got Harder for Chinese Citizens to Buy US Real Estate

By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, a bombing in Laos, 'hurting China's feelings,' and the case of the missing booksellers. Friday China links.

January 29, 2016

From South China Sea Island, Taiwan's President Presents 'Roadmap' for Peace

By Shannon Tiezzi
Ma Ying-jeou reaffirmed Taiwan's sovereignty claims but also offered a plan for moving beyond the disputes.

January 29, 2016

China’s Premier: Our Economy Is Doing Just Fine

By Shannon Tiezzi
Once again, Li Keqiang has the unenviable task of generating some good PR for China's economy.
January 28, 2016

Taiwan’s President Ma to Visit Disputed South China Sea Island

By Shannon Tiezzi
Ma Ying-jeou plans to visit Itu Aba tomorrow, to the consternation of the U.S. and Vietnam.

January 28, 2016

Vietnam’s Party Chief Nguyen Phu Trong Keeps His Post

By Shannon Tiezzi
After rumors of an intense leadership struggle, Vietnam's top leader will retain his post.
January 27, 2016

China’s Marines Conduct First Military Exercises in the Gobi Desert

By Shannon Tiezzi
China’s marines held live-fire drills, including a counterterrorism exercise, in Xinjiang.

January 27, 2016

Ahead of Kerry Visit, China Doubles Down on North Korea Position

By Shannon Tiezzi
Ahead of meetings with the US secretary of state, China makes clear it will not change its approach to North Korea.

January 26, 2016

China Vows to Keep up Anti-Corruption Efforts in 2016

By Shannon Tiezzi
CCDI head Wang Qishan is targeting 3 types of officials for scrutiny in 2016.

January 26, 2016

China's Balancing Act in Iran

By Shannon Tiezzi
Xi Jinping tries to deepen ties with Iran, while not alienating Saudi Arabia.
January 23, 2016

China Has 'Reached Consensus' With Djibouti on Military Base

By Shannon Tiezzi
In addition to moving forward on a new military facility, China seals a series of trade deals with Djibouti.

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