Jiang Zemin a Recurring Figure in Party Scandals

Many China watchers believe it was factional fighting within the party that put Chen behind bars, with his factional rival Jiang Zemin, leader of a Shanghai-based clique of Party officials, a prime suspect.

Jiang Zemin in 2007. Fredric J. Brown/AFP

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According to some reports, following Wang’s attempt to seek asylum at the US consulate, Bo and security chief Zhou are believed to have been caught plotting to derail current Vice President Xi Jinping’s succession to become the next Party leader.

Reports have emerged recently that Bo, his wife Gu Kailai, and Wang Lijun could face trial by as early as June. Bo and his wife are suspected of killing British businessman Neil Heywood. Wang is facing trial for three charges: treason, serious corruption, and torture.

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