China

Rumors Erupt in the Mysterious Vanishing of China’s Top Diplomat

WITHOUT A TRACE

China’s foreign minister hasn’t been seen in public for weeks, fueling reports that range from a mystery illness to a secret celebrity affair.

Shannon Vavra
Shannon Vavra 

National Security Reporter

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang speaks at a press conference.
Michael Kappeler/Pool via REUTERS / Reuters
Shannon Vavra

Shannon Vavra

National Security Reporter

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