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China's Politburo emphasizes anti-corruption drive with new promotion

The Chinese Communist Party's Central Committee has emphasized the continuation of President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign during its fifth plenum. A key focus is on preventing officials from engaging in corrupt practices by addressing "unwritten rules" and ensuring a lack of opportunity or desire for such actions. General Zhang Shengmin, who previously led a military anti-graft purge, has been promoted to the Politburo, signaling a continued emphasis on enforcing disciplinary measures within the party. AI

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