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Xi Jinping Demands Tougher Anti-Corruption Measures in China

1/12/2026

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Xi Jinping, Chinese President, urged intensified anti-corruption action at a plenary session of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection on January 12, 2026.
He said corruption threatens the Communist Party and national development.
Last year, China recorded many high-profile investigations, including the sacking of nine senior military officials.
Xi called for a "high-pressure stance" with innovative methods.

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Xi Jinping, Chinese President, urged intensified anti-corruption action at a plenary session of the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection on January 12, 2026.
He said corruption threatens the Communist Party and national development.
Last year, China recorded many high-profile investigations, including the sacking of nine senior military officials.
Xi called for a "high-pressure stance" with innovative methods.