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Experienced diplomat tapped to lead US-China relations committee

From South China Morning Post · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Sarah Beran, an experienced diplomat with extensive China experience, is set to become the next president of the National Committee on US-China Relations.
  • She will succeed Stephen Orlins, who has led the organization since 2005 and will transition to an advisory role.
  • The leadership change is expected to occur within the next few weeks.

Sarah Beran, a diplomat described as a "seasoned China hand," is poised to take over as president of the National Committee on US-China Relations (NCUSCR). Beran, who previously served as deputy chief of mission at the U.S. embassy in Beijing, will succeed Stephen Orlins, the organization's president since 2005.

Sources familiar with the matter, speaking on condition of anonymity, revealed that Orlins, 76, plans to retire and assume an advisory role following the leadership transition. The NCUSCR's leadership has been informed of the succession, which is anticipated to happen in the coming weeks.

Sarah is a seasoned China hand.

— SourceA source described Sarah Beran's suitability for the role, highlighting her extensive experience with China.

Beran's background includes significant experience at high levels of U.S. diplomacy. According to one source, her expertise in managing critical bilateral negotiations, crisis scenarios, and regulatory frameworks makes her a highly suitable successor. The National Committee on United States-China Relations has not yet responded to inquiries regarding the leadership change.

Her experience at the highest levels of [US] diplomacy and direct experience managing critical bilateral negotiations, crisis scenarios and regulatory frameworks make her a very suitable successor to Stephen.

— SourceA second source elaborated on Sarah Beran's qualifications, emphasizing her diplomatic and negotiation skills.
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Originally published by South China Morning Post in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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