BEIJING – In a significant demonstration of China’s ongoing anti-corruption campaign, former senior political figure Bi Jingquan has been removed from both the Communist Party of China and public office following confirmed violations of party discipline and national laws. The decision was formally announced on Monday by the country’s top disciplinary watchdog.
The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) and National Commission of Supervision (NCS) conducted a comprehensive investigation into Bi’s conduct with authorization from the CPC Central Committee. Bi previously held a prominent position as a member of the Standing Committee of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, an advisory body within China’s political framework.
According to the official statement, investigators determined that Bi had abandoned his ideological principles and failed to cooperate with the disciplinary review process. The former official was found to have repeatedly violated the Party Central Committee’s eight-point directive on improving governmental conduct, specifically through accepting inappropriate banquet invitations and participating in recreational activities including golf outings and sightseeing tours that could compromise official impartiality.
The investigation further revealed that Bi abused his administrative authority to secure business advantages and employment opportunities for associates in exchange for substantial monetary gifts and other valuable considerations. His actions represented a severe breach of trust and party regulations.
In accordance with established disciplinary procedures and legal statutes, authorities have mandated Bi’s expulsion from all official positions, confiscation of illicit assets, and transfer of his case to judicial authorities for potential criminal proceedings. This development underscores China’s continued commitment to enforcing accountability among public officials.