China Removes 15 High-Ranking Tibetan Officials in Two Years

The Chinese government has investigated and removed at least 15 high-ranking Tibetan officials over the past two years, citing disloyalty, corruption, and violations of laws. On February 12, authorities announced an investigation into Sherab Gyatso, Deputy Party Secretary of Kyegu Do. Other recent cases include former Tibet Autonomous Region leaders Che Dalha and Wu Yingjie. Analysts see this as part of Xi Jinping’s broader political purge, using anti-corruption charges to consolidate power. The crackdown has also targeted intellectuals and activists under accusations of harming social stability, reports suggest.