China Probes Former Henchman of Purged Ex-Official Bo Xilai
Huang Qifan, former mayor of Chongqing, was probed for alleged corruption.
TL;DR
- Huang Qifan, former mayor of Chongqing, is under investigation.
- The investigation is for alleged "serious disciplinary and law violations."
- Huang is known as an associate of Bo Xilai, a former political figure who faced a major scandal.
- The announcement was made by the CCP's Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.
- The investigation precedes a major party conclave.