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News in English (USA) / 17.01.2026 / 20:00

China Reinforces Anti-Corruption Campaign as Xi Jinping Calls for Greater Measures

In a decisive move against corruption, China has intensified its anti-graft efforts, with nearly a million individuals punished in recent years and 115 senior officials investigated. Xi Jinping emphasizes the importance of these initiatives during the buildup to the 15th Five-Year Plan, aiming to reinforce Party self-governance and conduct. Recent highlights include a crackdown on misconduct that spotlighted the conviction of a former minister, reinforcing the need for transparency and integrity within the party. As the campaign deepens, advanced technologies such as AI and big data will be deployed to further combat corruption, while recent observations from the Chinese Communist Party indicate a potential power rebalancing amidst ongoing governance challenges.
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