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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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September 01, 2015

Why Did China Opt Out of the Arctic Climate Change Statement?

By Shannon Tiezzi
China's decision sends a worrying signal that U.S.-China tensions will impact climate change negotiations.
September 01, 2015

What Is Beijing Doing to Prepare for the Military Parade?

By Shannon Tiezzi
From subway shut-downs to trained monkeys, the city is doing everything to make sure the parade is flawless.

September 01, 2015

China-Japan Relations: Has the Ice Stayed Broken?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Richard Bush on China-Japan relations since their top leaders shook hands in November 2014.

September 01, 2015

Is This Man Responsible for China’s Stock Market Crash?

By Shannon Tiezzi
A journalist detained by Chinese authorities is being held responsible for the "chaos" in China's stock market.

August 31, 2015

1 Suspect Arrested, 2 More Sought in Bangkok Bombing

By Shannon Tiezzi
Two of the suspects are foreigners, believed to be Turkish.
August 29, 2015

Can President Xi's September Visit Save US-China Relations?

By Shannon Tiezzi
The US and Chinese governments will have to fight a tide of negative publicity to make Xi's September visit a success.

August 28, 2015

China Denies Sending Additional Troops to North Korean Border

By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, a bullish view on China's economy and Taiwan snubbing China's military parade. Friday China links.
August 27, 2015

23 Executives, Government Officials Under Investigation for Role in Tianjin Explosions

By Shannon Tiezzi
The suspects range from executives of the company at the center of the blasts to customs and transportation officials.

August 27, 2015

US Admiral: China 'Very Interested' in RIMPAC 2016

By Shannon Tiezzi
China and America's top naval leaders have a wish-list for the relationship.

August 27, 2015

UN Report: China Sold $20 Million in Arms and Ammunition to South Sudan

By Shannon Tiezzi
A UN panel says such arms sales, while legal, are prolonging the conflict and facilitating human rights violations.

August 26, 2015

30 Heads of State Will Watch China’s Military Parade Next Week

By Shannon Tiezzi
Countries in Africa, Central Asia, and Eastern Europe will be well-represented. Not so much Western Europe and the U.S.
August 26, 2015

Why Did China Amass Tanks at the North Korean Border?

By Shannon Tiezzi
Was it simply good preparation -- or was Beijing trying to send a message to Pyongyang?

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