Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated his commitment on Monday to wage a relentless campaign against corruption, emphasizing that it remains the “biggest threat” to the Communist Party. Speaking at a key meeting in Beijing with the countryβs top disciplinary agency, Xi stressed the importance of maintaining determination in the ongoing battle against corruption, describing it as a “protracted and all-out” struggle.
Since Xi assumed power over a decade ago, he has led a sweeping anti-corruption campaign, which his supporters view as vital for ensuring clean governance. However, critics argue it also provides Xi with a tool to eliminate political opponents.
In a notable recent case, the Communist Party suspended Admiral Miao Hua, a senior military official, in November for “serious violations of discipline,” a term commonly associated with corruption allegations. Miao, a member of the Central Military Commission, faced scrutiny alongside other high-ranking figures, including two former defense ministers, as part of a broader anti-graft effort within China’s military.
During the meeting, Xi described the ongoing battle against corruption as “grave and complex,” acknowledging that corrupt practices persist and the challenge of eliminating the conditions that foster them remains significant. His comments came on the heels of the execution of a former official from Inner Mongolia who was convicted of bribery and embezzlement. The anti-corruption campaign has also impacted several high-profile figures in finance and sports, including former Chinese men’s national football coach Li Tie.
