U.S. Designates Scholar Min Zin as Wrongfully Detained in China

The U.S. government has classified American scholar Min Zin as wrongfully detained in China following his arrest after traveling there for an academic conference. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced this designation after the State Department reviewed the circumstances surrounding Zin's detention on June 3 in Yunnan. Zin is one of two U.S. citizens currently considered wrongfully detained in China, alongside Dr. Youlin Chen, a seismologist. Assistant Secretary Dylan Johnson emphasized the State Department's commitment to advocating for Zin's release and the safety of U.S. citizens abroad. Zin has reportedly faced isolation and interrogation during his nearly 11 weeks in custody. Chinese authorities have stated that he is under investigation for allegedly endangering national security. The U.S. designation aims to increase government attention to his case, especially as President Trump prepares to host Chinese President Xi Jinping on September 24.