Insiders say Beijing is vetting officials across Party and military systems, with political loyalty overtaking performance as the key criterion for promotion.
A growing number of officials are surrendering to investigators as insiders describe intensified pressure campaigns within China’s disciplinary system.
The campaign has spread across finance, security, and local governments as Beijing intensifies investigations into officials’ assets and political ties.
Insiders say Beijing is vetting officials across Party and military systems, with political loyalty overtaking performance as the key criterion for promotion.
A growing number of officials are surrendering to investigators as insiders describe intensified pressure campaigns within China’s disciplinary system.
The campaign has spread across finance, security, and local governments as Beijing intensifies investigations into officials’ assets and political ties.