Key facts
- China's year-long campaign targeted irregular law enforcement against businesses.
- The campaign uncovered more than 66,000 problematic administrative law enforcement cases.
- Companies recovered 30.7 billion yuan (US$4.5 billion) through the campaign.
- The initiative aims to discipline local bureaucracies and improve governance.
This campaign is part of Beijing's broader effort to tighten control over local governments and ensure more consistent application of laws and regulations in business dealings. The significant recovery of funds suggests widespread issues with local enforcement practices that may have hindered economic activity.