ASIANEWS-CHINA’S TURMOIL | MANILA: Liu Jianchao, ex-China ambassador to Philippines, held for questioning
Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the Chinese Communist Party, takes part in the “FutureChina Dialogue” talk at the Shangri La hotel in Singapore on March 27, 2024. / AFP / Roslan Rahman
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Senior Chinese Diplomat Liu Jianchao Questioned Amid Power Struggle and Beijing’s Tightening Control
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Liu Jianchao, a top Chinese diplomat and key architect of Beijing’s global strategy, has been taken in for questioning, stirring deep intrigue amid China’s tightly controlled political environment. With over 30 years in diplomacy, including roles as ambassador to the Philippines and Indonesia, Liu’s sudden sidelining signals possible corruption probes or internal power shifts. This comes as President Xi Jinping intensifies crackdowns on dissent and tightens ideological control, fueling tensions domestically and abroad. Beijing’s assertive global posture clashes with democratic nations wary of China’s authoritarian model. Liu’s fate highlights the ruthless power dynamics within China’s elite and hints at a future defined by either further consolidation or cautious reforms — a pivotal moment with far-reaching geopolitical consequences.
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BREAKING: Top Chinese Diplomat Liu Jianchao Taken Away for Questioning — WSJ | AC1G
Senior Chinese diplomat Liu Jianchao, seen as a likely future foreign minister, has reportedly been taken away for questioning after returning to Beijing from an overseas trip. The Wall Street Journal cites sources familiar with the matter, while Chinese authorities remain silent on the case. For more details, watch our story and subscribe to our channel, DRM News.
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MANILA, Philippines — A senior Chinese diplomat considered a contender for future foreign minister has been detained by authorities for questioning, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday.
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Liu Jianchao, head of a department under the ruling Communist Party that oversees relations with foreign political parties, was “taken away” after returning to Beijing from a work trip abroad in late July, according to people familiar with the matter, the report said.
The reason for his detention could not be determined, it added.
China’s foreign ministry did not immediately respond to a request by AFP to confirm the report.
Liu, 61, has previously served in key diplomatic roles including ambassadorships to the Philippines and Indonesia and foreign ministry spokesperson.
He has also led various national and regional bodies tasked with implementing President Xi Jinping’s signature crackdown on corruption.
His detention represents the highest-level inquiry into a Chinese diplomat since Qin Gang, who was removed as foreign minister in 2023 following reports of an extramarital affair.
Liu has been widely viewed as a rising figure in the Chinese diplomatic world.
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In early July, he accused the United States’ defence chief of “inciting confrontation and conflict” by urging American allies to bolster their militaries to counter China.
His most recent public engagement was on July 29 in Algeria, following meetings in several African countries, Singapore and elsewhere late last month, according to the website of the International Department, which he currently heads.
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