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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.
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February 05, 2016
Pakistan Will Provide 'Special Force' to Defend Chinese Investments
By Shannon Tiezzi
Islamabad will provide 10,000 troops just to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens and companies along the CPEC.
February 04, 2016
Facing Economic Headwinds, China Predicts Slower Growth in 2016
By Shannon Tiezzi
China set its floor for GDP growth in 2016 at 6.5 percent, but is determined to keep that pace for the next four years.
February 04, 2016
China: North Korea's Nuclear Tests a 'Slap in the Face' for US
By Shannon Tiezzi
China is "seriously concerned" about North Korea's upcoming missile test, but thinks the U.S. is partly to blame.
February 03, 2016
China's Plan for 'Orderly' Hukou Reform
By Shannon Tiezzi
China wants to grant hukous to 100 million migrants by 2020, but will be slow and selective in its reform.
February 02, 2016
It's Official: China's Military Has 5 New Theater Commands
By Shannon Tiezzi
China scrapped its seven military regions in favor of five theater commands.
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.