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politics2 years ago

"Ousted Chinese FM's Affair with TV Host Reveals Surrogate Child in US"

China's ousted foreign minister, Qin Gang, reportedly had an extramarital affair with a high-profile Chinese television presenter, Fu Xiaotian, who had a child through surrogacy in the United States. The Financial Times reported that Fu, the former host of a flagship talk show on Phoenix TV, was in a relationship with Qin, deepening the intrigue surrounding his unexplained disappearance and removal from office. The Chinese government has not provided an explanation for Qin's ouster, but rumors of his alleged affair with Fu have been circulating on social media. An investigation is reportedly underway to determine if the affair and other actions by Qin have affected China's national security.

politics2 years ago

"Qin Gang's Mysterious Absence Leaves Little Impact on Diplomatic Waters"

The removal of Qin Gang as China's foreign minister is unlikely to have a significant impact on Chinese foreign policy and governance. Foreign ministers in China do not hold as much power as in parliamentary democracies, and major foreign policy decisions are made by President Xi Jinping. Qin's successor, Wang Yi, is experienced and is expected to continue following the party line. There are no signs of factional strife or major policy shifts. Qin's dismissal reflects Xi's unwillingness to settle on a loyal inner circle, maintaining uncertainty within the Chinese government.

politics2 years ago

The Mysterious Disappearance of China's Former Foreign Minister

Speculation continues to swirl around the sudden removal of China's former foreign minister, Qin Gang, as he remains absent from public view and his name has been scrubbed from the foreign ministry's website. While the ministry initially cited health reasons for his absence, this explanation was later removed from official transcripts. Analysts question whether health is the true reason for his removal, pointing to the lack of a deputy filling in for him and the erasure of his presence online. Qin's rapid rise through the ranks, attributed to his closeness to President Xi Jinping, raises the stakes for Xi if there is more to Qin's removal than health issues, exposing the vulnerability of Xi's centralized leadership.

politics2 years ago

China's Foreign Minister Qin Gang Replaced Amid Mysterious Disappearance

China has removed Qin Gang as foreign minister, less than seven months after his appointment, and replaced him with veteran Communist Party foreign affairs chief Wang Yi. Qin's prolonged absence from public view and the lack of official explanation had fueled speculation. The appointment of Wang Yi is seen as a move to stabilize Chinese diplomacy. Qin's rise to become foreign minister was dramatic, and his absence sparked rumors of power struggles, corruption, and romantic relationships. The Chinese internet's discussion of these rumors without complete censorship has raised further interest.

politics2 years ago

"Qin Gang's Mysterious Vanishing Deepens China's Diplomatic Puzzle"

The disappearance of Qin Gang, a favorite of Chinese President Xi Jinping, has added to the confusion surrounding Chinese diplomacy. Qin Gang, who was recently appointed as China's ambassador to the United States, has not been seen in public for several weeks, raising speculation about his whereabouts and the reasons behind his absence. This development comes at a time when China's diplomatic relations with the US and other countries are already strained, further fueling uncertainty and speculation.

international-relations2 years ago

The Global Importance of Qin Gang's Whereabouts in US-China Diplomacy

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang has not been seen in public since June 25, reportedly due to health reasons. This absence is impacting Beijing's relations with Washington and hindering progress on various issues ahead of a potential meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden in November.

politics2 years ago

"Speculation Mounts as China's Foreign Minister Disappears from Public Eye"

China's Foreign Minister Qin Gang has been absent from public view for three weeks, sparking intense speculation in a country known for its political opaqueness. Qin, a trusted aide of Chinese leader Xi Jinping, has played a key role in stabilizing rocky ties with the US and other countries. His prolonged absence during a busy period of diplomatic activity in Beijing has raised questions about his health and potential political implications. The lack of transparency in the Chinese political system and past instances of senior officials disappearing have fueled rumors and speculation. Qin's close ties to Xi add to the sensitivity of his absence.

world2 years ago

Blinken's Meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Aims to Avoid Military Conflict.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang in Beijing for five and a half hours of talks aimed at stabilizing the relationship between the two countries. Both sides expressed a desire to stop the downward spiral in the relationship, but there are still profound differences. Blinken will also meet with China's top diplomat Wang Yi and possibly President Xi Jinping on Monday. The US hopes to establish better lines of communication with China to avoid misunderstandings that could lead to conflict.

politics2 years ago

Blinken's China Trip: Constructive Talks and High Stakes.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang had a "candid and constructive" meeting in Beijing, agreeing to continue discussions in Washington "at a mutually suitable time." Both sides stressed the need to improve people-to-people contacts, but no substantive progress was made on Blinken's agenda items, including concerns over Taiwan, unjustly jailed U.S. citizens in China, and Beijing's alignment with Russia's war on Ukraine. Qin urged the U.S. "to put into practice its commitment not to support 'Taiwan independence.'"

diplomacy2 years ago

Blinken's high-stakes trip to China amidst tensions and low trust.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang and top diplomat Wang Yi in Beijing on a high-stakes diplomatic mission to cool US-China tensions. Blinken's trip makes him the highest-level American official to visit China since Joe Biden became US president and the first US secretary of state to make the trip in nearly five years. Expectations for a significant recovery in the US-China relationship remain low, but the visit could pave the way for a November meeting between Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi.

politics2 years ago

Blinken's upcoming visit to China faces new challenges.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with China's foreign minister Qin Gang by phone ahead of his visit to Beijing this weekend. Blinken discussed the importance of maintaining open lines of communication to responsibly manage US-China relations and raised areas of concern as well as potential cooperation. Qin urged the US to show respect on China's core concerns such as the Taiwan issue and stop interfering in China's internal affairs. The US and Chinese readouts of the phone call made no mention of Blinken's visit.