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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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November 30, 2015

How Japan Views History

By Shannon Tiezzi
Japan’s memorials and museums shape national narratives on how to remember the war, honor the dead, and ensure peace.
November 27, 2015

What Is China's Plan for Fighting Global Terrorism?

By Shannon Tiezzi
After the Paris attacks, China pledged to support the international fight against terrorism. But how?

November 27, 2015

US Planning First Arms Sale to Taiwan in 4 Years

By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, China vs. ISIS, Chabahar port, and the "Shadow Cold War." Friday links.

November 26, 2015

China's 'Belt and Road' Reaches Europe

By Shannon Tiezzi
China will build railways and ports in Central and Eastern Europe as part of its "Silk Road Economic Belt."

November 26, 2015

US General: China Has 10 Year Contract for First Overseas Military Base

By Shannon Tiezzi
A U.S. general confirms China will open a base in Djibouti. Here's why that shouldn't be taken as a threat.
November 25, 2015

US-China Talk Intellectual Property, Market Access at Trade Dialogue

By Shannon Tiezzi
The latest iteration of the Joint Commission on Commerce and Trade saw baby steps on entrenched issues.

November 25, 2015

Arguments Open in Philippine Case Against China's South China Sea Claims

By Shannon Tiezzi
After winning a victory on the issue of jurisdiction, Manila moves to arguments about the merits of its case.
November 24, 2015

China’s ‘New Normal’ Economy and Social Stability

By Shannon Tiezzi
China's economic growth is slowing, but Beijing has a plan to keep people from feeling the pinch.

November 24, 2015

China Promotes Trade, Maritime Silk Road in Malaysia

By Shannon Tiezzi
While visiting Malaysia, China's premier offered loans and rhetoric designed to boost the Maritime Silk Road.

November 21, 2015

Top Chinese Military Official Seeks More Co-op With Russia

By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, a manhunt in Xinjiang, the China-Nepal-India triangle, and sex ed in China. Friday China links.

November 20, 2015

Chinese Citizens Among 170 Hostages Taken in Mali Hotel

By Shannon Tiezzi
With yet another terrorist attack overseas threatening China's citizens, how will Beijing respond?
November 20, 2015

Before Paris Talks, China Outlines Its Plan for Tackling Climate Change

By Shannon Tiezzi
China will fulfill its environmental pledges "under any circumstances," says Beijing's climate change representative.

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