Yang Jiechi is a prominent Chinese diplomat and politician, known for his role in shaping China's foreign policy. Born on May 1, 1950, he has held various significant positions, including serving as the Minister of Foreign Affairs from 2007 to 2013 and as the Director of the Office of the Central Foreign Affairs Commission since 2018. Yang has been involved in key international negotiations and has represented China in various global forums. His work often focuses on enhancing China's relationships with other countries and addressing global issues such as trade, security, and climate change.