Wang was previously a parliamentary delegate from the Chinese capital, Beijing. The notice gave no other details or reason why Wang had been kept on as a delegate, and it was not possible to reach him for comment. It is unclear what new role Wang could be given, though leadership sources and diplomats say he might become the country’s new vice president, with a possible focus on relations with the United States. The State Council Information Office, which doubles as the party spokesman’s office, did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Wang has experience managing relations with the United States too, heading the China delegation for the economic track at the once annual US-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue.

Source: Egypt Independent January 30, 2018 04:52 UTC