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South China Morning Post
a day ago
- Politics
- South China Morning Post
The big shift in ethnic affairs exposed by China's corruption crackdown
First came the investigation in January into Qizhala, the ethnic Tibetan former chairman of the Tibet autonomous region. Then in May, it was the turn of Lan Tianli, the ethnic Zhuang chairman of the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. In July, just as Qizhala was being expelled from the Communist Party, Liu Hui, the ethnic Hui former chairwoman of the Ningxia Hui autonomous region, came under investigation for alleged corruption. The three cadres are among just a handful of senior officials from ethnic community groups to have fallen from grace in China in the past few decades. Observers say that the downfall of the officials reflects a broader push for political discipline, signalling that ethnicity-based leniency in elite politics no longer applies. Liu Hui, former chairwoman of the Ningxia Hui autonomous region, came under investigation in July. Photo: CCTV Unlike provinces, which have governors, autonomous regions are overseen by chairmen or chairwomen. The positions are second only to the party chief of the region and have generally been set aside for people from non-Han communities as part of efforts to promote ethnic inclusion. The overwhelming majority of regional party secretaries have been Han.
Straits Times
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
China investigates Guangxi government head over suspected disciplinary violations
BEIJING - China has opened an investigation into Lan Tianli, the government chairman of south China's Guangxi region, over suspected violations of law and discipline, the country's anti-graft watchdog said on Friday. Lan is the second regional or provincial-level head to be investigated in less than two months, after the same body launched a probe into the governor of northern Shanxi province in April. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) said in a statement that Lan is suspected of "serious violations of discipline and law", a term that generally refers to corruption. The statement did not give details of the suspected violations. Reuters could not reach Lan to seek comment. It is uncommon for a sitting official of Lan's rank to be investigated without first being removed from their post. Lan, 62, became chairman of Guangxi in 2021. He last appeared in public during an inspection tour focused on ecological and environmental protection in three cities across the region on May 10-11, according to the official Xinhua news agency. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Reuters
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Reuters
China investigates Guangxi government head over suspected disciplinary violations
BEIJING, May 16 (Reuters) - China has opened an investigation into Lan Tianli, the government chairman of south China's Guangxi region, over suspected violations of law and discipline, the country's anti-graft watchdog said on Friday. Lan is the second regional or provincial-level head to be investigated in less than two months, after the same body launched a probe into the governor of northern Shanxi province in April. The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) said in a statement that Lan is suspected of "serious violations of discipline and law", a term that generally refers to corruption. The statement did not give details of the suspected violations. Reuters could not reach Lan to seek comment. It is uncommon for a sitting official of Lan's rank to be investigated without first being removed from their post. Lan, 62, became chairman of Guangxi in 2021. He last appeared in public during an inspection tour focused on ecological and environmental protection in three cities across the region on May 10-11, according to the official Xinhua news agency.
Hi Dubai
09-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE and China Deepen Strategic Ties at ‘Invest in China: Guangxi' Session
The United Arab Emirates and the People's Republic of China reaffirmed their deepening economic partnership during the high-level 'Invest in China: Guangxi' session, held as part of the AIM Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi. Organised in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and the Government of Guangxi, the session brought together senior officials, business leaders, and global investors to explore new opportunities in trade, investment, and the evolving new economy. UAE Minister of Economy, Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, praised the UAE-China relationship as a model of strategic cooperation grounded in innovation and diversity. He reaffirmed the UAE's commitment to bolstering economic ties, highlighting the Belt and Road Initiative as a key driver of global connectivity and shared growth. He also pointed to Guangxi's geographic advantage as a vital link to Southeast Asia and a promising platform for SME collaboration, noting the presence of over 15,500 Chinese companies across UAE free zones. Lan Tianli, Governor of Guangxi, lauded the UAE's leadership in fostering international economic collaboration and stressed Guangxi's intent to strengthen cooperation in trade, infrastructure, and investment. The session also included remarks from key figures such as Khaled Al Fahim of Abu Dhabi Chamber, UAE Ambassador to China Hussain Al Hammadi, and ACWA Power's Raad Al-Saady—each underscoring the growing synergy between both nations. Highlighting Guangxi's expanding global role, the World Free Zones Organization officially welcomed the Guangxi Pilot Free Trade Zone into its network, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding focused on trade, research, and innovation. The event marks a significant milestone in UAE-China relations, spotlighting Guangxi's rising prominence and shared ambitions for sustainable, inclusive growth. News Source: Emirates News Agency
