China tightens oversight on officials with children abroad
Throughout 2025, Beijing has quietly intensified restrictions on officials with family members living overseas. This development was reported by the South China Morning Post citing sources, highlighting the growing government scrutiny over public servants.
Previously, inspections primarily targeted so-called "naked officials"—those whose spouses and children reside abroad. Now, Beijing’s vigilance extends to "quasi-naked" officials, where spouses live within China but children are abroad. These officials face increased monitoring and must promptly declare familial ties and assets. Some have already been denied promotions or even removed from their positions.
This tightening signals Beijing’s intent to reduce corruption risks and enhance transparency among officials with foreign relatives, marking a significant step in administrative reform.
