Lily K.

Lily K. is an experienced journalist specializing in Asian and African affairs, currently serving as a China correspondent for The New York Times since July 2025. Previously, Lily held various prominent positions, including China bureau chief at The Washington Post and Beijing bureau chief at The Guardian, where reporting focused on China's economic influence and societal issues. Earlier roles also included Africa correspondent at Quartz, where coverage centered on China's presence in Africa, and special correspondent at the Los Angeles Times, focusing on Chinese society and environment. Lily's professional background includes a degree in English from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, as well as advanced degrees in International Studies and International Affairs from Peking University and The London School of Economics and Political Science, respectively.