China’s top anti-corruption agency said on Monday that former justice minister Tang Yijun would be indicted on charges of corruption and misconduct after being investigated for taking bribes and abuse of power.
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Tang is accused of helping family members secure financial deals and accepting lavish gifts and travel expenses, in violation of the Communist Party’s code of conduct, according to the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI).
Tang, 63, allegedly sought to benefit others in personnel appointments by accepting bribes, used his position to help family members secure business contracts, and intervened in market activities and judicial matters, the CCDI said in a statement published on its website.
He “exhibited a poor family ethos, neglecting his spouse’s conduct, and showed no regard for legal principles, treating public power as a means for personal gain,” the CCDI said.
The CCDI said Tang has been stripped of his party membership and public office, and removed from his representative role at the 20th national congress, adding that his income and proceeds gained through violations of discipline would be confiscated.
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A probe found that Tang accepted benefits while using his influence to manipulate market and judicial activities. The investigation revealed that he served as a conduit for others seeking to navigate corporate hurdles, such as business operations, company listings and regulatory approvals, while unlawfully accepting substantial amounts of money, according to the CCDI.
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