Sharp China with Bill Bishop
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Wed Jul 19 2023Description
China's Foreign Minister Chin Gong has been absent from public view for three weeks, leading to intense speculation. Rumors suggest various reasons for his absence, including a heart attack or COVID-19. The lack of transparency in the Chinese political system fuels the rumor mill. One prominent rumor involves a TV correspondent named Fush Aoten and her alleged affair with Chin Gong, supported by photos she posted on social media. The situation is concerning and reflects poorly on the Chinese government. There are also concerns over Chingong's absence, with speculation and discussion on the Chinese internet causing concern for the government. If this is a disciplinary issue for Chingong, it reflects poorly on Xi Jinping. Chingong's promotion ahead of schedule has caused rivalries within the system, and there are rumors of corruption investigations and involvement with spies, although no public evidence supports these claims.
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Speculation on China's Foreign Minister
China's Foreign Minister Chin Gong has been absent from public view for three weeks, sparking intense speculation. Rumors suggest various reasons for his absence, including a heart attack or COVID-19. The lack of transparency in the Chinese political system fuels the rumor mill. One prominent rumor involves a TV correspondent named Fush Aoten and her alleged affair with Chin Gong, supported by photos she posted on social media.
Concerns over Chingong's Absence
There are concerns over Chingong's absence, with speculation and discussion on the Chinese internet causing concern for the government. If this is a disciplinary issue for Chingong, it reflects poorly on Xi Jinping. Chingong's promotion ahead of schedule has caused rivalries within the system, and there are rumors of corruption investigations and involvement with spies, although no public evidence supports these claims.
Chapters
Speculation on China's Foreign Minister
00:05 - 07:29
- China's Foreign Minister Chin Gong has not been seen in public for three weeks, sparking intense speculation
- Rumors suggest various reasons for his absence, including a heart attack or COVID-19
- The Chinese political system's lack of transparency fuels the rumor mill
- One prominent rumor involves a TV correspondent named Fush Aoten and her alleged affair with Chin Gong
- Speculation arises from photos she posted on social media, including pictures in a mansion and on a private jet
- Chin Gong's absence is concerning and reflects poorly on the Chinese government
Concerns over Chingong's Absence
06:59 - 10:19
- TV anchor posted pictures in a Gulfstream G650, suggesting someone else paid for the flights
- Speculation and discussion about the situation on Chinese internet is causing concern for the government
- If this is a disciplinary issue for Chingong, it reflects poorly on Xi Jinping
- Chingong was promoted ahead of schedule, which caused some rivalries within the system
- There are rumors of corruption investigations and involvement with spies, but no public evidence to support them