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Special Edition: Are Zoos Ethical? What is Panda Diplomacy?

Aug 10, 2024
Yun Sun, a senior fellow at the Stimson Center and expert on Chinese foreign policy, discusses the recent arrival of giant pandas in the U.S. and their role in 'panda diplomacy.' She explores how these adorable animals symbolize deeper international ties between China and the U.S. The conversation also tackles the ethics of zoos, weighing conservation efforts against animal welfare concerns. Yun provides insight into the complexities of human-animal interactions and the significant impact pandas have on global relations.
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