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BEIJING (Reuters) -- Hu Henghua, mayor of Chongqing, a municipality in southwestern China, was being investigated over suspected "serious" violation of law and discipline, China's top anti-graft watchdog said in a statement on Friday. [1]

BEIJING -- The top position at the Japanese Consulate in Chongqing has been vacant for more than a month amid the Chinese government's delay in granting approval for a new nominee. [2]

LifeChongqing cemetery serves as serene Cultural Revolution warning Lessons of dark chapter from Chinese history risk being lost The Red Guards cemetery in Chongqing is open only to direct family members of the dead and only during certain holidays. [3]

An aerial drone photo taken on March 26, 2026 shows a view of Wulong District shrouded in mist and clouds, southwest China's Chongqing. (Xinhua/Chen Cheng) ![](202603261f5a7859cbe6444fbe89ddb7cda85695_20260326 (confirmed by 2 sources) [4]

CHONGQING -- A slowdown in traditional industry has Chongqing looking to tap energy resources and establish itself as a logistics hub for Chinese President Xi Jinping's international Belt and Road Initiative, in order to sustain the inland municipali... [5]

The Independent's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn commission. [6]

CHONGQING -- The Chinese manufacturing hub of Chongqing said Wednesday that it is extending the blackout imposed on factories until further notice to deal with a power shortage caused by the extreme heat. [7]

CHONGQING -- Communist Party officials in Chongqing have reaffirmed their commitment to strict discipline and their loyalty to President Xi Jinping after the city's top official was removed amid a graft probe. [8]

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[1] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2026-03-20 · 75% match

Chongqing mayor under investigation by China's anti-graft watchdog

BEIJING (Reuters) -- Hu Henghua, mayor of Chongqing, a municipality in southwestern China, was being investigated over suspected "serious" violation of law and discipline, China's top anti-graft watchdog said in a statement on Friday.

[2] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2026-01-23 · 75% match

Japan diplomatic post in Chongqing sits unfilled as China feud drags on

BEIJING -- The top position at the Japanese Consulate in Chongqing has been vacant for more than a month amid the Chinese government's delay in granting approval for a new nominee.

[3] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2025-06-01 · 85% match

Chongqing cemetery serves as serene Cultural Revolution warning

LifeChongqing cemetery serves as serene Cultural Revolution warning Lessons of dark chapter from Chinese history risk being lost The Red Guards cemetery in Chongqing is open only to direct family members of the dead and only during certain holidays.

[4] MM english.news.cn · 85% match

View of Wulong District shrouded in mist and clouds in China's Chongqing

An aerial drone photo taken on March 26, 2026 shows a view of Wulong District shrouded in mist and clouds, southwest China's Chongqing. (Xinhua/Chen Cheng) ![](202603261f5a7859cbe6444fbe89ddb7cda85695_20260326

[5] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2017-06-24 · 78% match

Chongqing taps 'Belt and Road' to remain powerhouse

CHONGQING -- A slowdown in traditional industry has Chongqing looking to tap energy resources and establish itself as a logistics hub for Chinese President Xi Jinping's international Belt and Road Initiative, in order to sustain the inland municipali

[6] MM independent.co.uk · 2017-12-14 · 75% match

Chongqing's infamous spicy hotpot: What it tastes like and where you can get it

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[7] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2022-08-25 · 75% match

China auto hub Chongqing extends factory power cuts indefinitely

CHONGQING -- The Chinese manufacturing hub of Chongqing said Wednesday that it is extending the blackout imposed on factories until further notice to deal with a power shortage caused by the extreme heat.

[8] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2017-07-19 · 75% match

Chongqing officials pledge discipline, loyalty after chief's ouster

CHONGQING -- Communist Party officials in Chongqing have reaffirmed their commitment to strict discipline and their loyalty to President Xi Jinping after the city's top official was removed amid a graft probe.

[9] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2019-10-06 · 75% match

Chongqing bets on Japan's robot makers for rebound from auto slump

CHONGQING -- The city dubbed "China's Detroit" is rolling out the red carpet for Japanese robot makers as its all-important auto sector stalls, with Suzuki Motor exiting Chongqing while Ford Motor and Hyundai Motor struggle there.

[10] TH asia.nikkei.com · 2022-08-17 · 75% match

Chongqing orders factories to shut to save power during heat wave

CHONGQING -- The Chongqing municipal government has ordered factories, including Japanese-owned ones, to suspend operations until Aug. 24 to conserve energy after an exceptionally hot spell led to a surge in electricity demand.

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