China’s Anti-Cross-Border Corruption Law gives Beijing new powers to pursue corruption abroad, putting its $348 billion Africa trade relationship under scrutiny
China has adopted a new law targeting cross-border corruption, expanding Beijing’s ability to pursue illicit assets and investigate corruption cases involving overseas operations as its commercial relationship with Africa reaches a record $348 billion.
By Solomon EkanemSouth Africa
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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang applaud at the second plenary session of the National People's Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China March 9, 2026. (Image: REUTERS/Florence Lo)
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- November 6, 2026
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