Xi’s 13-year corruption campaign just keeps accelerating

Chinese President Xi Jinping's anti-corruption efforts are intensifying, with a significant increase in investigations into high-ranking officials. Since taking office in 2013, the number of probes into civilian officials of vice-ministerial grade or above has risen from 19 to 65 last year. This surge in investigations suggests that Xi's campaign against corruption is gaining momentum, which could have implications for China's economic and political landscape. The acceleration of these efforts may also reflect Xi's efforts to consolidate power and maintain control within the government.

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China's crackdown on corruption is seen as a positive step for the country's economy and markets. This could lead to increased investor confidence and stability in the region.

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