China expands detention network in sweeping anti-corruption push
China has built over 200 new detention centers as part of Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign. The new "liuzhi" system affects a wide range of society, from entrepreneurs to school administrators.
According to CNN, China has constructed or expanded over 200 specialized detention centers under Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign. The new "liuzhi" system involves not only party members but also a broad segment of society, including entrepreneurs and school administrators.
Beijing's anti-corruption campaign
Since Xi Jinping took power in 2012, his campaign against corruption and disloyalty has intensified. In 2018, the "liuzhi" system was introduced, replacing the controversial "shuanggui."
The new system allows for the detention of suspects for up to six months without access to a lawyer.
Under "liuzhi," many well-known individuals have been detained, including billionaire Bao Fan and former soccer player Li Tie. Critics argue that the new system is a tool of social control, and some lawyers cite instances of abuse and forced confessions. Despite the criticism, Chinese authorities continue to expand detention centers.
