Dr. Olivia Cheung

Biography

Olivia Cheung is a Lecturer in Politics at King's College London, where she also serves as an Affiliate at the Lau China Institute. Her expertise lies in Chinese politics and foreign policy, contributing significantly to the study of international orders and political leadership ideologies. Cheung has held key positions as a China Fellow at the Centre for Security, Diplomacy, and Strategy at Vrije Universiteit Brussel and was previously a Research Fellow at the China Institute of SOAS, University of London. She was a Teaching Fellow at the University of Warwick and has received scholarly recognition as a Swire Scholar and Rhodes Scholar for her studies in Politics at the University of Oxford. Cheung has published multiple books, including co-authored works on Xi Jinping's global strategy and political thought, with recognized titles from Oxford University Press and Amsterdam University Press. Her contributions extend to journal articles and book chapters, addressing intricate aspects of China’s politics, regulatory frameworks, and international relations. Furthermore, she is involved in international dialogues, media interviews, and the editorial board of various journals. Cheung is committed to engaging in PhD supervision, welcoming applications related to her research interests and courses on China's role on the global stage.

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