About Us

China Focus is the student publication of the 21st Century China Center at UC San Diego’s School of Global Policy and Strategy. We aim to provide the context and originality needed for an informed discussion on China and its global impact.

Board of Advisors

China Focus is affiliated with the 21st Century China Center, a think tank housed at UC San Diego’s School of Global Policy and Strategy. The center’s scholars are among the world’s leading experts on China and U.S.-China relations, and they provide invaluable guidance to our editorial team.  

Susan Shirk

Director Emeritus, 21st Century China Center

Research Professor, School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego

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Victor Shih

Director, 21st Century China Center

Professor, and Ho Miu Lam Chair in China and Pacific Relations, School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego

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Barry Naughton

Professor, and So Kwan Lok Chair of Chinese International Affairs

School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego

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Lei Guang

So Family Executive Director of the 21st Century China Center

School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego

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Harris Doshay

Assistant Director, Research and Writing, 21st Century China Center

School of Global Policy and Strategy, UC San Diego

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