At a regular press briefing on October 23, 2023, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian addressed a question from a foreign journalist regarding the recent expulsion of a senior executive from Volkswagen Group China.

The journalist inquired, “Can you provide more details about the expulsion of this Volkswagen executive?”

Lin Jian responded, “According to our information, this individual from Volkswagen was administratively detained by Chinese authorities for ten days due to the use of cocaine, after which he was deported. For further specifics, please consult the relevant Chinese authorities.”