Sudden Dismissal of China’s Foreign Minister Shows Cracks in Xi’s Grip on Power: Analysts

China's Foreign Minister Qin Gang attends a press conference at the Media Center of the National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing on March 7, 2023. Noel Celis/AFP via Getty Images

The Chinese regime remains tight-lipped on the reasons for removing foreign minister Qin Gang on Wednesday. Analysts say the silence speaks volumes about the intense power struggle under Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s tight grip.

Considered Mr. Xi’s protégé, Mr. Qin once enjoyed a meteoric rise.