China’s foreign minister, Qin Gang, who has been absent from public view for almost a month, has been removed from office and replaced by his predecessor, Wang Yi, according to a report by Theguardian.com. Qin Gang Removed, Wang Yi ReinstatedThe NPCSC stated that Qin had been removed as foreign minister, without providing a specific reason for his removal. His promotion to foreign minister in December 2020 broke with tradition and surprised many senior party members. Key Takeaway– China’s Foreign Minister Qin Gang has been removed from office and replaced by his predecessor, Wang Yi. Facts about the News Article– Qin Gang had a short seven-month term as China’s foreign minister, the shortest ever.

Source: The Guardian July 25, 2023 21:26 UTC