Shanghai Deputy Mayor under Investigation by Anti-Corruption Watchdog

Chen Yujian, a deputy mayor of Shanghai, is being investigated for serious disciplinary and legal breaches, as announced by China's anti-corruption committee. Chen is one among eight deputy mayors in the city, overseeing public health, medical systems, agriculture, and rural affairs.

Chen Yujian, a deputy mayor in Shanghai, is currently facing an investigation for alleged serious disciplinary and legal violations. The inquiry was revealed in a recent announcement by China's anti-corruption watchdog.

Chen, aged 56, is one of the eight sitting deputy mayors in Shanghai, tasked with overseeing the city's public health, medical systems, as well as agriculture and rural affairs.

The Shanghai municipal government's website confirms Chen's responsibilities, marking him as a significant figure in managing essential sectors in one of China's principal cities.