Disappearance of China’s Former Foreign Minister Puts Spotlight on CCP’s Factional Politics: Experts

Qin Gang 'is said to be of the pro-U.S. faction,' a pro-democracy spokesperson said

Then-Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang attends a press conference at the Media Center in Beijing on March 7, 2023. Noel Celis/AFP via Getty Images

It’s been over six weeks since former Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang disappeared and over two weeks since he was unceremoniously removed from his post amid rumors of corruption, an extra-marital affair, and an investigation.

While Mr. Qin has been replaced by his predecessor, Wang Yi, his continued disappearance has stoked discussion on how this state of affairs will impact China’s foreign policy.