In Focus | No immunity: how Xi’s anti-corruption fighters are zeroing in on fresh targets
- Posted on August 25, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
China's comprehensive anti-corruption campaign has evolved beyond traditional targets, now extending its reach to previously untouchable figures including retired government officials and regional powerbrokers. The crackdown represents a significant shift in enforcement scope, demonstrating Beijing's commitment to systemic reform. Even anti-graft investigators themselves face heightened scrutiny, signaling that no position offers protection from accountability measures. This expansion reflects deeper structural changes in China's governance approach.
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In Focus | No immunity: how Xi’s anti-corruption fighters are zeroing in on fresh targets
China’s anti-graft push has expanded to those who once felt shielded, from retired cadres and local bosses to the investigators themselves.
