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Haime, Jordyn

Jordyn Haime is a skilled China-focused journalist and researcher whose work sheds light on religion, civil society, and human rights under complex political conditions. Her field reporting and academic research bridge the gap between investigative journalism and policy insight. With deep regional knowledge, Mandarin proficiency, and practical training experience, Jordyn is a valuable asset for organizations covering East Asia’s most sensitive social and political issues and empowering ethical, fact-based reporting on China’s global impact.

Occupation: Jordyn Haime is an experienced journalist, researcher, and China
specialist with deep expertise reporting on religion, civil society,
human rights, and cross-border issues in East and Southeast
Asia. She has contributed articles and analyses to leading
international outlets, combining strong field reporting with
academic research and language skills. Jordyn’s work bridges
journalism and public policy, delivering nuanced, fact-based
insights on sensitive topics such as religious freedom,
surveillance, and migration. She also brings experience designing and delivering training for early-career journalists and
civil society actors on reporting ethics and China-related topics.

Countries of expertise: China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, United States of America

Parini, Alexander

Alexander Parini is a dynamic educator, policy communicator, and regional expert on U.S.-Asia relations with significant teaching and advisory experience across Vietnam and China. As a lecturer, columnist, and editor, he excels in translating complex global affairs into accessible narratives for students, policymakers, and international audiences. His written work and public commentary featured by My Asia Connections and BBC Vietnamese have examined education diplomacy, trade shifts, and post-pandemic geopolitics, making him a valuable contributor to discourse on Asia’s evolving regional role. With deep academic credentials from SOAS and Peking University, and a solid grounding in U.S. and UK institutional contexts, he represents a rare blend of academic, editorial, and intercultural insight. Alexander’s ability to bridge Western and Asian perspectives through public speaking, writing, and classroom leadership marks him as an influential figure in global education and policy circles.

Occupation: Alexander Parini is an international relations lecturer, policy
writer, and cross-cultural communication expert specializing in
Southeast and East Asia, particularly Vietnam and China. With
over a decade of experience in teaching, public diplomacy, and
editorial leadership, he has built a multi-faceted career that
bridges higher education, U.S.-Asia policy dialogue, and
intercultural engagement. Alexander currently lectures at the
University of Economics and Finance in Ho Chi Minh City and
serves as Editor-in-Chief of My Asia Connections, a platform
for global education and geopolitical commentary. He has led
education-focused delegations, conducted analysis for
USAID’s LinkSME Project, and published widely on… Read more

Countries of expertise: Canada, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Mexico, North Korea, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, United Kingdom, United States of America, Vietnam

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