Facing Bribery Accusations, Former China Railway Czar Expelled From Party

What’s new: Sheng Guangzu, a former top official overseeing China’s vast railway system, has been expelled from the Communist Party for serious violations of duty and alleged bribery, the country’s top graft watchdog said Monday.

An investigation found Sheng, 73, had abused his power in his former roles at the General Administration of Customs and state-owned China Railway Corp. by accepting a large amount of money and valuables in exchange for personal benefits. The gifts include banquet invitations and trips arranged by others. In return, Sheng used his position to help create favorable conditions in business operations, project contracts and the process of selecting and appointing cadres, according to a statement (link in Chinese) from the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.