The United States government has officially designated Min Zin, the founder of a leading Myanmar-based think tank, as “wrongfully detained” while he is held in China. Zin was arrested in June by Chinese authorities on espionage charges, a claim the US disputes. This designation signifies a heightened level of US concern over Zin’s case and opens the door for potential diplomatic efforts to secure his release. The think tank Zin founded is known for its research and advocacy related to Myanmar’s political and economic issues. The US State Department has not provided explicit details regarding the circumstances of the arrest or the evidence presented by China. This action highlights growing concerns about the detention of foreign nationals in China on politically motivated charges and signals a commitment to advocating for Americans and their allies abroad.