New York Times Wen Jiabao Story: Independent, or Used by Beijing Faction? (Updated)

A lengthy exposé by The New York Times detailing the wealth of Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao’s family appears to be based on information planted by the faction of disgraced Politburo member Bo Xilai, says Chinese news website.

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao at the National People's Congress's (NPC) annual session at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 8, 2012. On Oct. 25, The New York Times published a 4,700-word report that describes the incredible wealth amassed by members of Premier Wen Jiabao’s family. Liu Jin/AFP/Getty Images