Chinese Premier Li Qiang has doubled down on anti-corruption efforts, urging officials to prioritize integrity in governance as the country enters the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030). 🚨 Speaking at a State Council meeting on clean governance this week, Li emphasized that combating corruption and reducing bureaucratic inefficiencies are critical to achieving national development goals.
Full-Court Press Against Graft
Li, a senior member of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee’s leadership, called for stricter oversight of public funds and a crackdown on 'corruption at people’s doorsteps'—issues directly impacting daily life. 💼 'We must ensure every yuan is spent transparently and effectively,' he stated, highlighting plans to strengthen audit systems.
Cutting Red Tape, Boosting Efficiency
The premier also targeted pointless bureaucracy, vowing to reduce burdens on local-level officials. 📉 This aligns with broader efforts to streamline governance as China navigates economic modernization under the new Five-Year Plan.
High-Level Consensus
The meeting saw attendance from top officials including Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang and anti-corruption chief Li Xi, signaling unified leadership support. 🤝 Analysts say this push reflects Beijing’s focus on maintaining public trust while tackling complex economic challenges in 2026.
