China probes top defense official Bian Zhigang for corruption

China is investigating Bian Zhigang, a senior official in its defense industry, for alleged corruption. Bian, who recently became deputy head of SASTIND, the agency overseeing military equipment research and development, is the latest high-profile figure targeted in a broad anti-corruption campaign within the country's military sector. The investigation is being conducted by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, China's top anti-corruption body. AI

RANK_REASON Investigation of a high-ranking official in a key government agency. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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