President Xi Jinping intensifies anti‑corruption drive by placing former Xinjiang party secretary Ma Xingrui under investigation for severe violations.
Ma’s removal shrinks the Politburo to 21 members, its smallest size in over 25 years, indicating deep political reshuffling.
Ma, a former aerospace executive with ties to China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp and copper tycoon Wang Wenyin, highlights risks for industrial and commodity sectors.
Analysts warn the purge could cause policy paralysis, dampen private‑sector sentiment and affect FDI while possibly prompting more state‑led investment.