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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 19, 2015

ISIS: Chinese Hostage 'Executed'

By Shannon Tiezzi
With the Islamic State now directly killing Chinese citizens, will China be drawn into conflict in the Middle East?
November 19, 2015

As TPP Leaders Celebrate, China Urges Creation of Asia-Pacific Free Trade Area

By Shannon Tiezzi
At a regional summit, China and the U.S. promoted their divergent models for Asia-Pacific trade agreements.

November 18, 2015

Can China Rebuild Its ‘Special Relationship’ With Malaysia?

By Shannon Tiezzi
China is hoping economic incentives and high-level meetings can assuage Malaysia's South China Sea concerns.

November 18, 2015

US, Japan Put South China Sea at the Forefront of Asia Summits

By Shannon Tiezzi
China is trying its hardest to keep the South China Sea off the agenda -- but the U.S. and Japan have other plans.

November 17, 2015

KMT Candidate to US: 'Cross-Strait Peace and Stability on the Line' in Taiwan Election

By Shannon Tiezzi
KMT presidential candidate Eric Chu used his visit to the U.S. to question his opponent's plans for cross-strait ties.
November 17, 2015

After Paris Attacks, China Seeks More International Help Fighting Xinjiang Separatists

By Shannon Tiezzi
With the G20 leaders focused on terrorism after the attacks in Paris, China wants help in its fight against ETIM.

November 14, 2015

Is China Moving Closer to a Military Base on the Horn of Africa?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, details on China’s five-year plan, more on the Ma-Xi meeting, and a US delegation in Tibet. Friday China links.
November 13, 2015

China, US Discuss Law Enforcement Cooperation on Cybercrimes

By Shannon Tiezzi
A U.S. delegation is in Beijing to follow up on an cybersecurity agreement made during Xi Jinping's visit.

November 13, 2015

Would Indonesia Actually Challenge China's Nine-Dash Line in International Court?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Don't read too much into Luhut Panjaitan's comment about bringing the South China Sea issue to an international court.

November 11, 2015

What to Expect From Myanmar's New Government

By Shannon Tiezzi
After a landslide victory in Myanmar's general elections, the NLD will have to get down to the business of governing.

November 11, 2015

What Does the Ma-Xi Meeting Mean for China, Taiwan and America?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Dr. Robert Sutter discusses the ramifications the Ma-Xi meeting will have for cross-strait relations.
November 11, 2015

China's President Will Head to Philippines for APEC Summit

By Shannon Tiezzi
China is hoping the South China Sea issue won't get raised on what looks to be an ice-breaking trip for Xi Jinping.

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