Lee Jones

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Lee Jones is Professor of Political Economy and International Relations in the School of Politics and International Relations at Queen Mary University of London and a Research Associate at the Second Cold War Observatory.

His research focus is social conflict, political economy, and state transformation, and, recently, the ‘New Cold War’ between the US and China.

Lee is a contributing editor at Bungacast, the global politics podcast at the end of the End of History.

  • Bright traditional Chinese lanterns and ornate temple rooftops illuminated at night, showcasing vibrant red and gold colours, intricate architectural details, and cultural symbolism for authentic Chinese heritage.

    Paper Tigers

    13 September 2025

    For the West, China is a cultural and political entity made up entirely of our projections. How can we think about it besides the materiality in which it steeps us?

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