Key facts
- Bian Zhigang, deputy head of China's State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defense (SASTIND), is under investigation.
- The investigation is being conducted by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, China's top anti-graft watchdog.
- The probe is for suspected serious violations of Party discipline and law.
- The investigation targets officials involved in international cooperation projects.
- The probe could potentially affect China's space programs and international collaborations.
China's ongoing anti-corruption campaign has led to an investigation into Bian Zhigang, a senior official at the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defense (SASTIND). The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection, the country's top anti-graft body, announced that Bian is being investigated for suspected serious violations of Party discipline and law. This probe specifically targets officials involved in international cooperation projects within China's space sector. The investigation raises concerns about potential impacts on China's space programs and its international partnerships in this field.