Dr. Timothy R. Heath, China Specialist
An internationally recognized expert on China's politics and security
Fluent in Mandarin Chinese, and with 25 years experience as an analyst on China's politics and security, Timothy is widely sought for speaking engagements and media commentary.
Research and Publications
Timothy R. Heath has authored or collaborated on 55 research reports, written about 50 commentaries, and written two books. He is frequently interviewed for media articles and has appeared on numerous podcasts and other multi-media programs.
Select Publications
RAND Corporation, November 6, 2025
National Bureau of Asian Research, December 19, 2023
War on the Rocks, December 14, 2022
Books
Bloomsbury Publishing, 2023
Ashgate Publishing. 2015.
Select Media Interviews
Secrets and Spies Podcast, March 26, 2025
The General and the Journalist Podcast, September 3, 2025
Select Testimony
RAND Corporation, June 13, 2024
RAND Corporation, February 7, 2019