WEEK IN REVIEW: China to Reportedly Launch International Hunt for Officials Suspected of Corruption in BRI Projects

China's President Xi Jinping announcing new BRI priorities at the Belt and Road Forum in October. Image: Pedro Pardo / AFP.

The Chinese government will reportedly launch an international hunt for officials suspected of corruption in Belt and Road Initiative projects. This will form part of a wider crackdown on corruption in President Xi Jinping’s signature infrastructure and connectivity project. The strike will involve several state agencies and will be spearheaded by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection. (TIMES OF INDIA)

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi arrived in New Zealand on Sunday for two days of talks that will largely focus on trade and Asia-Pacific security. On Wednesday, Wang will return to Canberra for the first time in seven years to take part in the Australia-China Strategic Dialogue. (THE POST)

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