Michael Zhuang

Xi associate becomes the latest senior financial official targeted in Beijing’s anti-corruption campaign.

Volunteers said they survived on rainwater and tree leaves after flooding devastated villages in Guangxi, as they questioned authorities’ relief efforts.

Analysts warn China is using maritime policing to gradually establish control over contested areas.

Property-related revenue continued to plunge in the first half of 2026, leaving China’s local governments struggling despite stronger overall tax collections.

Insiders say officials at state-owned financial firms are trying to recover their passports as Beijing scrutinizes their assets, income, and overseas holdings.

Authorities shut down classes at a major tutoring center in Zhengzhou as families continue seeking extra instruction despite Beijing’s restrictions.

Researchers say entertainment posts, fake news sites, and automated accounts may support Beijing’s influence operations ahead of Taiwan elections.

A Chinese state media report says insiders leaked confidential personnel information to social media operators, who turned such tips into a paid business.

A geologist and two professors say political evaluations tied to funding and promotions encourage widespread fraud in science coming out of China.

Analysts say Beijing is extending its anti-corruption drive into village organizations to tighten control over collectively owned land and assets.