Qin Weizhong, former mayor of the southern technology hub of Shenzhen, is under investigation for corruption, the country’s top watchdog has confirmed.
According to a statement by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection on Monday, Qin is “suspected of grave disciplinary and law violations and is currently undergoing review”, which usually means a corruption probe.
Qin was appointed deputy party secretary and mayor of Shenzhen in May 2021.
On August 24 this year, those positions were filled by banking veteran Li Yun, while Qin was announced to have resigned because of a “change in work post”, with no further details given.
Shenzhen will host Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) meetings, including a leaders’ summit, in November.