Jieun Lee

Thanks for visiting! I'm an assistant professor in the Department of Political Science at the University at Buffalo, The State University of New York.

My research interests are in international political economy with a focus on how global firms influence international relations. In particular, I study how foreign multinationals represent their interests in North America. I also investigate U.S.-China relations and the politics of international trade and investment.

I have completed my graduate studies at the University of Michigan earning a joint Ph.D. in Public Policy and Political Science along with Masters degrees in Political Science, Economics, and Public Policy Analysis.

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Latest Publications

Allied Import Options Available? Finding Friendly Trade Partners Amidst Decoupling from China

Decoupling from China is only feasible where geopolitics and market availability align. Political and strategic barriers complicate global economic reordering.

Trade Lobbying Works (For Big Firms): Evidence form the China Trade War

Trade lobbying works—but not equally for all. Big firms wield influence when their goals align with policymakers, while ties to China can derail lobbying efforts.

How Foreign Multinationals Benefit from Acquiring Domestic Firms with Political Experience

Foreign MNCs may inherit host-country-, firm-specific political influence mechanisms on day-1 of entry when they acquire domestic firms with political experience.

Jieun Lee

Department of Political Science
University at Buffalo, State University of New York
503 Park Hall
Buffalo NY, 14260
Phone: (716) 645-8441
Email: jlee286@buffalo.edu