China's leaders vowed a tougher corruption crackdown as party cadres prepared for a Communist Party congress next year, which is expected to appoint Xi Jinping to a fourth five-year term as general secretary. Observers quoted by BBC World said the anti-corruption campaign had become an effort to consolidate and maintain authority.
WHO:China's leaders
WHAT:China's leaders vowed a tougher anti-corruption crackdown.
WHEN:Reported Oct 29, 2026 at 7:10 AM ET
WHERE:China
WHY:The reason for the tougher crackdown was not reported.
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