Xinjiang Senior Political Adviser Under Investigation for Serious Party Violations
Jin Zhizhen, a senior political adviser in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, is being investigated for suspected serious violations of Communist Party discipline and national laws, China’s top anti-corruption agencies announced on Saturday.
The Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI) and the National Commission of Supervision disclosed the investigation in an online statement, confirming that Jin is currently under scrutiny but providing no additional details about the alleged misconduct.
According to publicly available records, Jin Zhizhen, 55, is a native of Jiangsu province. He joined the Communist Party of China in June 1991 after graduating from Dongbei University of Finance and Economics in Liaoning province the same year. Soon after, he began his professional career in Xinjiang, where he worked across several sectors including the chemical and new energy industries.
Jin’s long tenure in Xinjiang saw him rise through various administrative and industrial positions. In January 2023, he was appointed vice-chairman of the regional committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), a key political advisory body that plays an important role in regional governance and policy consultation.
The announcement of Jin’s investigation underscores the Chinese government’s continued focus on its anti-corruption campaign, which has been one of President Xi Jinping’s top political priorities since 2012. The campaign aims to root out misconduct among officials at all levels, from local departments to senior regional leadership positions.
Over the years, the CCDI and National Commission of Supervision have intensified oversight in sensitive regions such as Xinjiang, emphasizing that Party discipline must remain firm and transparent governance must be upheld. While no specifics about Jin’s case have been revealed, the statement suggests that authorities are pursuing the matter seriously, reflecting the Party’s “zero tolerance” approach toward corruption and ethical breaches.
Analysts note that investigations of this nature typically precede a detailed internal review, during which evidence is gathered and findings are later made public once due process is complete.
Jin’s case joins a list of recent disciplinary actions taken across several provinces, part of a broader effort to maintain integrity within the Party and ensure that officials adhere to national laws and political ethics.
