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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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July 22, 2015

Suicide Bombings in China: Beyond Terrorism

By Shannon Tiezzi
The latest suicide bombing in Shandong fits in a tragic pattern that has nothing to do with classic terrorism.
July 21, 2015

Russia's 'Pivot to Asia' and the SCO

By Shannon Tiezzi
Richard Weitz on Russia's "pivot to Asia," Sino-Russia relations, and the future of the SCO

July 21, 2015

Japanese Company Apologizes for Forced Labor During World War II

By Shannon Tiezzi
Mitsubishi formally apologizes to U.S. POWs forced to work for the company during World War II.

July 20, 2015

Aide to China's Former President Expelled From Party, to Face Trial

By Shannon Tiezzi
It's official: Ling Jihua has been expelled from the Party for "serious discipline violations."

July 18, 2015

China and Japan: Toward a Xi-Abe Summit?

By Shannon Tiezzi
A recent meeting in Beijing is a baby step toward a bilateral summit -- provided historical issues don't get in the way.
July 18, 2015

China Detains 20 Tourists Over 'Terror' Video Watched in Hotel Room

By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, SOEs on the "Belt and Road," Ramadan in China, and regulations for reincarnation. Friday China links.

July 17, 2015

China: Japan Security Legislation a ‘Nightmare Scenario’

By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing has reacted with predictable breathlessness to the passage of new security legislation in Tokyo.
July 16, 2015

Shanghai’s Disneyland: Mickey Mouse With Chinese Characteristics

By Shannon Tiezzi
New details about Shanghai Disneyland reveal how the park fuses a global brand with Chinese culture.

July 16, 2015

Philippines Tries to Keep South China Sea Outpost Afloat

By Shannon Tiezzi
The Philippines is doing repair work on a ground ship that hosts a small contingent of Philippine soldiers.

July 15, 2015

China to Offer $23 Billion for US Chip Company

By Shannon Tiezzi
The bid is a clear outgrowth of China's race to develop its domestic high-tech industry.

July 14, 2015

The Belt and Road: China's Economic Lifeline?

By Shannon Tiezzi
July 14, 2015

In the Philippines' South China Sea Case, Is International Law on Trial?

By Shannon Tiezzi
The Philippines and China have conflicting opinions on the symbolism of the case itself.

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