
Professor Kerry Brown
Director, Lau China Institute
- Professor of Chinese Studies
Research interests
- History
- International development
- International relations
Biography
Kerry Brown is Professor of Chinese Studies and Director of the Lau China Institute at King’s College, London. He is an Associate of the Asia Pacific Programme at Chatham House, London, an adjunct of the Australia New Zealand School of Government in Melbourne, and the co-editor of the Journal of Current Chinese Affairs, run from the German Institute for Global Affairs in Hamburg. He is President-Elect of the Kent Archaeological Society and an Affiliate of the Mongolia and Inner Asia Studies Unit at Cambridge University.
From 2012 to 2015, he was Professor of Chinese Politics and Director of the China Studies Centre at the University of Sydney, Australia. Prior to this he worked at Chatham House from 2006 to 2012, as Senior Fellow and then Head of the Asia Programme. From 1998 to 2005 he worked at the British Foreign and Commonwealth Office, as First Secretary at the British Embassy in Beijing, and then as Head of the Indonesia, Philippine and East Timor Section. He lived in the Inner Mongolia region of China from 1994 to 1996.
Kerry has a Master of Arts from Cambridge University, a Post Graduate Diploma in Mandarin Chinese (Distinction) from Thames Valley University, London, and a PhD in Chinese politics and language from Leeds University. Kerry directed the Europe China Research and Advice Network (ECRAN) giving policy advice to the European External Action Service between 2011 and 2014.
He is the author of almost 20 books on modern Chinese politics, and has written for every major international news outlet, and been interviewed by every major news channel on issues relating to contemporary China.
`中文简介:凯瑞·布朗,1967年生于英国肯特郡,曾在剑桥大学接受教育,并在利兹大学攻读博士学位。是英国著名的中国研究领域的教授,英国伦敦国王学院“刘氏中国研究院”主任,英国皇家国际事务研究所亚太项目副研究员。2012年至2015年,任悉尼大学中国政治学教授和中国研究中心主任,并主持“欧洲-中国研究与咨询网络”工作,向欧盟对外行动署提供政策建议。2006年至2012年,在位于伦敦的英国皇家国际事务研究所任高级研究员,亚洲项目负责人。1998年,加入英国外交与联邦事务部,在北京任一等秘书,然后转调至伦敦,任印度尼西亚及东帝汶事务科科长。曾著有二十本关于当代中国的著作
Research
- Chinese history post-1949
- Chinese political economy
- Chinese elite politics, particularly the function and development of the Communist part of China
- Chinese international relations, particularly UK-China and EU-China relations
- Taiwanese history and politics
- Hong Kong history and politics
Teaching
- 7YYC0009 China's International Relations (1949-present)
PhD supervision
Kerry welcomes students specialising in Chinese politics, contemporary Chinese history, and Chinese or Taiwanese international relations.
Further details
News
Conference to examine growing divide between global superpowers
An upcoming conference will examine the growing divide between China and the US and the emerging perception of a new Cold War.

Mongolia's Challenges and Opportunities - A new report
Experts discuss the current prospects and challenges for Mongolia for the year ahead

The climate crisis is intimately linked to identity and politics, hears latest podcast episode
The latest episode of the ‘COP26: we got this’ podcast explores why political stances around the world vary so widely and how to overcome division when it...

China's Digital Mental Health Services Outpacing Regulation
The Lau China Institute's new Policy Paper finds that in China, COVID-19 has accelerated innovative digital health services to address growing mental health...

Lau China Institute & Young China Watchers 2021 Essay Competition Open
The Lau China Institute in partnership with Young China Watchers is delighted to announce our 2021 essay competition

King's Hosts Joint Seminar with Peking University on Impacts of COVID-19 on Mental Health
The Lau China Institute and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience held a joint seminar with Peking University Sixth Hospital, Institute of...

Lau Chair of Chinese International Relations Appointed to the Lau China Institute
Professor Astrid Nordin has been appointed as the Lau Chair of Chinese International Relations after an international search

Professor Kerry Brown wins 2020 China Cultural Exchange Person of the Year Award
The award recognizes the Lau China Institute’s Director for his outstanding achievement and effort in engagement with China.

New policy series analyses contemporary China's diplomatic, economic and security interactions with the world
As China continues to cement its role as a political and economic superpower it is as important as ever to evaluate how it operates beyond its own borders.

De-risking the US-China conflict – is this the new Cold War?
In this, the latest episode of our series ‘What next for China and the West?’ Professor Kerry Brown, Director of the Lau China Institute, chats to Dr Alan...

Events

Opening panel & reception - How to engage with China: opportunities and risks
What are the risks and benefits for UK-China research collaboration? Experts from UK government, academia and industry discuss key questions in current...

Book talk - Discourse, rhetoric and shifting political behaviour in China
Una Bērziņa-Čerenkova, Riga Stradins University discusses the rule of Xi Jinping and the rhetoric of the contemporary Chinese political system in this book...

The Demise of the Global Market Economy and the Rise of a Two-sphere World
Are we seeing the demise of the global market economy?
Please note: this event has passed.

After Autonomy: A Post-Mortem for Hong Kong’s First Handover, 1997-2019 - Book presentation & discussion with special guests
Online discussion with Daniel Vukovich on the occasion of the publication of his latest book, After Autonomy: A Post-Mortem for Hong Kong’s First Handover,...
Please note: this event has passed.

Mongolia – Opportunities and challenges in 2023
Launch event of a new report between King's College London and Cambridge University on the opportunities and challenges for Mongolia in 2023.
Please note: this event has passed.

The Demise of the Global Market Economy and the Rise of a two-sphere World
Are we seeing the demise of the global market economy?
Please note: this event has passed.

China Week 2022 – Closing reception and networking
After a week of dynamic discussions on all things Digital China, mingle with old and new friends over canapes, drinks and live music, as we thank you for your...
Please note: this event has passed.

China’s EnviroTech Landscape: Panel Discussion and 'Meet the Innovators'
Hear from a diverse panel, including academics, business leaders and environmental experts, to gain an insight into the latest industry innovations, policy...
Please note: this event has passed.

Xi and The Future of China’s Leadership
In this special event in partnership with Asia Matters, join us for a live podcast to listen-in to a dynamic discussion between one of the world’s leading...
Please note: this event has passed.

Book Launch | "Xi: A Study in Power" by Kerry Brown - In Conversation with Hannah Bretherton
Professor Kerry Brown's will discuss his new book "Xi: A Study in Power" which examines the complexities behind Xi Jinping, explaining the impact that his...
Please note: this event has passed.
Features
The British 'Integrated Review' and the Issue of China
Professor Kerry Brown

How TikTok got caught in the crosshairs of US-China politics
Donald Trump’s threat to ban TikTok is only the latest in a series of clashes between the US and China.

Informing the public debate on COVID-19
Academics from across the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy are helping us all better understand the huge societal shifts created by the COVID-19...

Trading beyond Brexit: is the UK ready?
Experts from King’s College London give their views on the UK’s current position and look at the challenges the UK faces in relation to securing its place...

King's contribution to coronavirus response
King's academics and researchers are supporting ongoing research and conversation addressing the global outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Spotlight
Helping to build bridges between East and West
The rise to prominence of China and North Korea on the world stage has posed new problems for nations in the West, who are used to working with partners...

News
Conference to examine growing divide between global superpowers
An upcoming conference will examine the growing divide between China and the US and the emerging perception of a new Cold War.

Mongolia's Challenges and Opportunities - A new report
Experts discuss the current prospects and challenges for Mongolia for the year ahead

The climate crisis is intimately linked to identity and politics, hears latest podcast episode
The latest episode of the ‘COP26: we got this’ podcast explores why political stances around the world vary so widely and how to overcome division when it...

China's Digital Mental Health Services Outpacing Regulation
The Lau China Institute's new Policy Paper finds that in China, COVID-19 has accelerated innovative digital health services to address growing mental health...

Lau China Institute & Young China Watchers 2021 Essay Competition Open
The Lau China Institute in partnership with Young China Watchers is delighted to announce our 2021 essay competition

King's Hosts Joint Seminar with Peking University on Impacts of COVID-19 on Mental Health
The Lau China Institute and the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience held a joint seminar with Peking University Sixth Hospital, Institute of...

Lau Chair of Chinese International Relations Appointed to the Lau China Institute
Professor Astrid Nordin has been appointed as the Lau Chair of Chinese International Relations after an international search

Professor Kerry Brown wins 2020 China Cultural Exchange Person of the Year Award
The award recognizes the Lau China Institute’s Director for his outstanding achievement and effort in engagement with China.

New policy series analyses contemporary China's diplomatic, economic and security interactions with the world
As China continues to cement its role as a political and economic superpower it is as important as ever to evaluate how it operates beyond its own borders.

De-risking the US-China conflict – is this the new Cold War?
In this, the latest episode of our series ‘What next for China and the West?’ Professor Kerry Brown, Director of the Lau China Institute, chats to Dr Alan...

Events

Opening panel & reception - How to engage with China: opportunities and risks
What are the risks and benefits for UK-China research collaboration? Experts from UK government, academia and industry discuss key questions in current...

Book talk - Discourse, rhetoric and shifting political behaviour in China
Una Bērziņa-Čerenkova, Riga Stradins University discusses the rule of Xi Jinping and the rhetoric of the contemporary Chinese political system in this book...

The Demise of the Global Market Economy and the Rise of a Two-sphere World
Are we seeing the demise of the global market economy?
Please note: this event has passed.

After Autonomy: A Post-Mortem for Hong Kong’s First Handover, 1997-2019 - Book presentation & discussion with special guests
Online discussion with Daniel Vukovich on the occasion of the publication of his latest book, After Autonomy: A Post-Mortem for Hong Kong’s First Handover,...
Please note: this event has passed.

Mongolia – Opportunities and challenges in 2023
Launch event of a new report between King's College London and Cambridge University on the opportunities and challenges for Mongolia in 2023.
Please note: this event has passed.

The Demise of the Global Market Economy and the Rise of a two-sphere World
Are we seeing the demise of the global market economy?
Please note: this event has passed.

China Week 2022 – Closing reception and networking
After a week of dynamic discussions on all things Digital China, mingle with old and new friends over canapes, drinks and live music, as we thank you for your...
Please note: this event has passed.

China’s EnviroTech Landscape: Panel Discussion and 'Meet the Innovators'
Hear from a diverse panel, including academics, business leaders and environmental experts, to gain an insight into the latest industry innovations, policy...
Please note: this event has passed.

Xi and The Future of China’s Leadership
In this special event in partnership with Asia Matters, join us for a live podcast to listen-in to a dynamic discussion between one of the world’s leading...
Please note: this event has passed.

Book Launch | "Xi: A Study in Power" by Kerry Brown - In Conversation with Hannah Bretherton
Professor Kerry Brown's will discuss his new book "Xi: A Study in Power" which examines the complexities behind Xi Jinping, explaining the impact that his...
Please note: this event has passed.
Features
The British 'Integrated Review' and the Issue of China
Professor Kerry Brown

How TikTok got caught in the crosshairs of US-China politics
Donald Trump’s threat to ban TikTok is only the latest in a series of clashes between the US and China.

Informing the public debate on COVID-19
Academics from across the Faculty of Social Science & Public Policy are helping us all better understand the huge societal shifts created by the COVID-19...

Trading beyond Brexit: is the UK ready?
Experts from King’s College London give their views on the UK’s current position and look at the challenges the UK faces in relation to securing its place...

King's contribution to coronavirus response
King's academics and researchers are supporting ongoing research and conversation addressing the global outbreak of novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

Spotlight
Helping to build bridges between East and West
The rise to prominence of China and North Korea on the world stage has posed new problems for nations in the West, who are used to working with partners...
