China executed Li Jianping, a former high-ranking official in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, for his involvement in the largest corruption scandal in the nation's history.
Li was found guilty of embezzling over three billion yuan, equivalent to approximately $421million, marking a moment in China's ongoing battle against corruption.
The execution took place on Tuesday following the approval of the Supreme People's Court. Li Jianping, who served as the secretary of the ruling Communist Party's working committee in the Hohhot economic and technological development zone, was initially sentenced to death in September 2022. His appeal was rejected in August 2024, paving the way for the final execution order.
This case shows President Xi Jinping's relentless anti-corruption campaign, which has been a cornerstone of his governance since he assumed power in 2012.
The campaign has seen over a million officials, including two defense ministers and numerous military personnel, face punishment and prosecution.
In a recent speech at the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, President Xi emphasized the need for party members to confront corruption head-on, stating, "Interest groups must not be allowed to prey on the ruling Communist Party."
Li Jianping's conviction and subsequent execution highlight the Chinese government's commitment to eradicating corruption at all levels.
According to reports from Chinese official media, Li's illegal gains represent the largest sum involved in a single corruption case in the country's history.
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