Key facts
- Li Xiaohong, a former senior disciplinary official, is under investigation.
- The investigation is for suspected severe disciplinary and legal violations.
- China's top anti-corruption authorities announced the investigation.
- Li Xiaohong is 73 years old and a veteran official.
- He previously led high-level anti-corruption crackdowns.
- He also held top disciplinary roles at the securities regulator.
Li Xiaohong, a former senior disciplinary official responsible for national inspection, has been placed under investigation for suspected severe disciplinary and legal violations. China's top anti-corruption watchdog announced the development on Tuesday. The 73-year-old veteran official is known for spearheading high-level anti-corruption crackdowns and for holding top disciplinary roles within the securities regulator. His investigation highlights Beijing's ongoing commitment to addressing corruption among its most senior officials.