In China, 'Naked Officials' with family abroad face heightened scrutiny
The policy was formalized in 2010
Jul 28, 2026
05:14 pm
What's the storyChina has a long-standing policy of monitoring officials whose families live abroad, known as "Naked Officials."
This term refers to Communist Party of China (CPC) officials or state officials with spouses and/or children who have emigrated or settled abroad.
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