Monk faces sex claims as ‘Metoo’ reaches China

One of China’s highest-ranking Buddhist monks is facing a government investigation over accusations of sexual misconduct, in what is seen by some as an indication that the Metoo movement is gaining traction in the country.

Longquan monastery abbot Shi Xuecheng is accused of demanding sexual favours from nuns by two fellow monks in Beijing. The claims include testimony by alleged victims leaked this week, prompting an outcry and coverage by state media before it was censored. Shi denies the claims.