anti-corruption drive

Zhang Jianhua, a former deputy head of China’s State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defence, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for accepting 43 million yuan (US$6.3 million) in bribes. The case is part of China’s anti-corruption efforts targeting the military sector.

A new batch of officers have assumed leadership roles in key People’s Liberation Army bodies following an anti-corruption drive. South China Morning Post analysis of official insignia and protocol seating in state media suggests these officers are positioning to lead the military.

Project Zero, an anti-corruption initiative, has been launched to target both bribe takers and bribe givers. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced the project's goal of addressing corruption on all sides.

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr delivers his State of the Nation Address amid challenges balancing an anti-corruption drive with sustaining economic growth. Analysts highlight the need for tangible results from investigations into discrepancies in flood-control projects.

China's military promoted Zhang Shuguang and Wang Gang to generals, potentially signaling a reorganization following anti-corruption purges. The promotions aim to reinforce military loyalty to Xi Jinping, who chairs the Central Military Commission.

Hundreds of China’s top military officials attended an ideological training camp studying President Xi Jinping’s speeches, reading confessions from corrupt cadres, and marching in formation as part of an anti-corruption drive in the military. The camp, launched by Xi, concluded recently and was reported by the People’s Liberation Army Daily.