Chongqing model
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The "Chongqing model" was a series of social and economic policies adopted in the Chinese megalopolis of Chongqing. It is most closely associated with Bo Xilai, who served as the Chinese Communist Par
Under Bo Xilai's administration, millions of trees were imported and planted in Chongqing as part of a campaign to "green" the city.
A view of the Chongqing skyline.
Wang Lijun incident
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The Wang Lijun incident was a major Chinese political scandal which began in February 2012 when Wang Lijun, vice-mayor of Chongqing, was abruptly demoted, after revealing to the United States consulat
Chongqing model
…unnecessary construction and public works projects. Bo Xilai's political fortunes came to an abrupt end when his police chief, Vice Mayor Wang Lijun, fled to the American consulate in Chengdu hoping to gain political asylum. Wang reportedly provided the consulate with information on Bo's alleged misconduct, including his role…
The US consulate in Chengdu