China passes cross-border corruption law, expanding anti-graft drive
The new law is aimed at deepening international cooperation on the issue and safeguarding China's sovereignty and security.
Beijing has enacted a new law to combat cross-border corruption, according to state news agency Xinhua. The legislation aims to strengthen international cooperation in tackling corruption and protect China's sovereignty and security. President Xi Jinping's administration has made eradicating corruption a key priority. In an article, top anti-corruption official Li Xi emphasized the need for legislation to combat cross-border corruption, enhance fugitive tracking, prevent asset theft, and enforce stricter measures in cross-border cases.
The revised law, reviewed in August 2025, broadens its scope and includes provisions for a fairer global anti-corruption governance system. It also strengthens confidentiality requirements, obliging investigators to safeguard state and commercial secrets, as well as personal data obtained during probes. Additionally, corporate compliance obligations are heightened, requiring Chinese companies involved in cross-border business to establish anti-corruption compliance functions based on their size, activities, and risk exposure.
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