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Jennifer Pak @jpak25

China correspondent for @NPR. Ex-APM Marketplace & BBC via Shanghai, Shenzhen, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Calgary, Grande Prairie. Views are my own.

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Jennifer Pak@jpak25
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#shanghai is a place where you can sample the best global cuisine. My social media used to be filled with friends boasting the best Sichuan hotpot to Michelin star French dining. Today in China’s wealthiest city this is what food postings look like. Here is my food diary:
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What I’ve been up to besides work the last couple of months in Shanghai, a city I’ve called home for nearly nine years. Thanks for the memories! Beijing here I come!
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At the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, a key Asia defense summit over the weekend in Singapore, the U.S. defense secretary showed up but his Chinese counterpart didn’t. What did the rest of the region want to hear from both sides? 🎧 👉one.npr.org/i/nx-s1-5837972:…

🔊 Listen Now: What China's absence from a key defense summit means for regional security in Asia

All Things Considered on NPR One | 3:41

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for more on what else US Defense Secretary Hegseth said in his speech at the Asia defense summit listen and read 👉 npr.org/2026/05/30/nx-s1-583… With thanks to the team Jasmine, Miguel, Jim, Rebecca and the producers and editors who helped

Hegseth urges Asian leaders to boost military spending against China

The U.S. defense secretary said there is "rightful alarm" of China's military build up. But he also struck a more moderate tone on U.S.-China relations – and notably sidestepped bringing up Taiwan.

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Ahead: @jpak25 on @PeteHegseth at the Shangri-La Dialogue. Then @NPRJoel on what was done to some @NTSB cockpit recordings. Then, growing pitch-perfect grass for @FIFAWorldCup stadia.
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A week since President Trump visited China, details are beginning to emerge on the agreements reached in Beijing. There are minor inconsistencies but the differences are not significant. Here’s a comparison. npr.org/2026/05/22/g-s1-1236… With thanks to Jasmine and Tina.

The aftermath of Trump-Xi summit: comparing U.S. and China announcements

Analysts say a comparison of the readouts issued by the U.S. and China reveals "minor inconsistencies" on issues such as agriculture, tariffs and rare earths. But, experts argue, those differences...

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Happy international workers’ day! In the lead up the Hangzhou Intermediate People’s Court said it ruled in favor of a senior tech worker whose company replaced him with artificial intelligence (AI). Read about the case here: npr.org/2026/05/01/nx-s1-580… W/ thanks to Jasmine and Kate

A tech worker in China is laid off and replaced by AI. Is it legal?

A tech worker in eastern China's Hangzhou city was dismissed after his job was replaced by AI. An appeals court in the city has ruled the dismissal unlawful.

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How does China see the Iran war? Listen 👉 npr.org/2026/04/29/nx-s1-579…

Three months into the Iran war, how does Beijing assess the conflict?

As the Iran war enters its third month, we ask how China is making sense of the conflict.

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China has been somewhat insulated from the immediate energy shock following the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, but Beijing hasn't been able to shield its supply chains. And those costs will trickle down to consumers. Listen here: npr.org/2026/04/28/nx-s1-579…

China's supply chains hit by Iran war

China has been somewhat insulated from the immediate energy shock following the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, but Beijing hasn't been able to shield its supply chains.

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With thanks to the team: Jasmine, @nivincent Emma, and all the producers and audio engineers behind the scenes
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Great to talk with @jpak25 about what is happening in the commodity and agricultural markets due to the Iran War: npr.org/2026/04/28/nx-s1-579…

China's supply chains hit by Iran war

China has been somewhat insulated from the immediate energy shock following the U.S.-Israel war with Iran, but Beijing hasn't been able to shield its supply chains.

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FCCC STATEMENT ON RECENT ATTACKS ON PRESS FREEDOM IN CHINA April 20, 2026 The FCCC publicly denounces the spate of targeted attacks on press freedom in China seen in recent months - a trend that has been worsening since February. Full statement here: fccchina.org/2026/04/20/fccc…
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China's Xi Jinping held a rare meeting with Cheng Li-wun, the leader of Taiwan's opposition KMT party. It comes ahead of a summit with President Trump, where Xi is likely to bring up his opposition to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan ... w/ @ashishval npr.org/2026/04/10/nx-s1-578…

China's Xi meets Taiwan opposition leader ahead of key summit with Trump

Xi Jinping and the KMT's Cheng Li-wun agreed to pursue peace, but Taiwan's ruling party worries it will enable Beijing to undermine its democracy.

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China is extending a warm welcome this week to the leader of Taiwan's opposition party, Cheng Li-wun of the KMT. It's a rare outreach from Beijing, even as it continues military pressure on the self-ruled island. Listen here: npr.org/2026/04/06/nx-s1-577…

Amid tensions, Beijing extends rare welcome to Taiwan's opposition leader

China is extending a warm welcome this week to the leader of Taiwan's opposition party — a rare outreach from Beijing, even as it continues military pressure on the self-ruled island.

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With thanks to the team Jasmine, @nivincent Mallory, and all the editors and producers who helped get it across the finish line
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My latest for @NPR : Taiwan's opposition leader Cheng Li-wun may meet Xi Jinping later this week. She says the safety of Taiwan is her priority, though Taiwan's government doubts she can lower tensions. I report from Taipei with @jpak25 from eastern China. npr.org/2026/04/07/nx-s1-577…

Taiwan's opposition leader arrives in China for a 'Journey of Peace'

The visit takes place ahead of President Trump's own summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping next month, where Taiwan is expected to be a top agenda item.

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Me and THE Tiny Desk. First rule of Tiny Desk: only post pictures AFTER the performance has been published. Check out Caamp’s performance youtu.be/J1vTi9ycpiA?si=UW6Q… You still get the best audio on YouTube but nothing beats a live performance.
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China calls a U.S. investigation into the trade practices of dozens of countries a "pretext for political manipulation." It comes as Beijing lawmakers approved a roadmap that continues the types of practices that have irked some of its partners. Read: npr.org/2026/03/12/nx-s1-574…

China slams Trump's trade investigation, as it approves a 5-year economic plan

China's Foreign Ministry criticized the Trump administration's trade investigation as a "pretext" for tariffs. Meanwhile, China is moving ahead with a five-year plan that may rankle trade partners.

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With thanks to the team: @nivincent , @alexleff , @tinakraja and all the other editors who helped
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It's the Year of the Horse, and for people born that year (along with those born in the years of the Rat, Ox and Rabbit) - watch out. Read how to ward off the bad luck. npr.org/2026/03/11/g-s1-1131… With thanks to the team: Jasmine, Hannah and Virginia

Greetings from a Shanghai temple where you can ward off bad luck in the Year of the Horse

According to Chinese mythology, those born in the Year of the Horse will clash with Tai Sui, a heavenly general. Luckily, there are ways to appease Tai Sui, including amulets at Shanghai's Jade...

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