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China named Wang Yi to replace Qin Gang as foreign minister in an abrupt announcement on July 25, 2023. The removal of Qin followed his month-long absence, which had fuelled intense speculation. Qin was China’s second-ranking diplomat and was appointed as foreign minister in December 2022. The sudden removal was approved by China’s top legislature, the National People’s Congress Standing Committee, during a special session.
