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Song Tao

Song Tao
Song Tao is a seasoned Chinese diplomat and politician. Appointed in December 2022, he previously led the Chinese Communist Party’s International Department and served as ambassador to Guyana and the Philippines. His background in foreign affairs and "united front work" demonstrates expertise in international relations and party-to-party diplomacy, including a notable special envoy role to North Korea. He now oversees Taiwan policies, promoting cross-Strait exchanges and integrated development, whilst asserting that Taiwan’s future should be decided by all Chinese people.
China’s Communist Party

China’s ethnic affairs overseer to take Communist Party helm in Xinjiang

Chen Xiaojiang takes over from Ma Xingrui and could be in the running for a Politburo seat.

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