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Chongqing Mayor Hu Henghua Investigated for Corruption

3/21/2026

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Hu Henghua, mayor of Chongqing, China, is under investigation by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection for serious legal and disciplinary violations.
The inquiry is part of China's anti-corruption push against senior officials.
Hu Henghua has served as mayor since December 2021 after roles in Hunan province.
Hu Henghua previously received a disciplinary warning for failing to enforce housing safety regulations that contributed to the Changsha 2022 building collapse.

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Hu Henghua, mayor of Chongqing, China, is under investigation by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection for serious legal and disciplinary violations.
The inquiry is part of China's anti-corruption push against senior officials.
Hu Henghua has served as mayor since December 2021 after roles in Hunan province.
Hu Henghua previously received a disciplinary warning for failing to enforce housing safety regulations that contributed to the Changsha 2022 building collapse.