Economist Profile: Keyu Jin
Keyu Jin is Associate Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics whose research on China's economic transition and global role shapes international policy debates.
Background and Expertise
Born November 13, 1982, in Beijing. Education includes B.A. and Ph.D. in Economics from Harvard University. Current position at LSE, with advisory roles at World Bank, IMF, and Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Board positions at Richemont and Credit Suisse.
Research focuses on international macroeconomics, China's growth model and industrial strategy, global trade and financial imbalances, and innovation and private sector development.
Recent Analysis and Commentary
Regular contributor to New York Times, Financial Times, Nikkei Asia, and Project Syndicate. Recent Bloomberg analysis examined China's policy rebalancing toward consumption. Nikkei Asia piece argued China's economic challenges represent growing pains rather than structural problems.
Key Publications
"The New China Playbook: Beyond Socialism and Capitalism" (2023) offers perspective on China's economic model blending market innovation with state direction.
Policy Insights
Argues China can pursue high-end technology development while increasing domestic demand. Emphasizes private sector confidence restoration as crucial for economic recovery. Highlights generational shifts driving cultural and economic transformation.
Advocates cooperation and openness over isolationism for future growth, challenging assumptions about economic development paths.
Media Presence
Active in podcasts including FT Economics Show and The Rachman Review. YouTube appearances cover China's economy, trade policies, and US-China economic relationships.
Research Contributions
Bridges East-West understanding through academic research, policy analysis, and media engagement. Work explains not just current Chinese economic conditions but trajectory and global implications.