On September 15, it was officially announced that Zhang Guowei, the Director of the Legal Committee of the Henan Provincial People’s Congress, is suspected of serious violations of discipline and law, and has voluntarily surrendered. He is currently under investigation. Zhang Guowei has previously held positions such as Mayor of Pingdingshan in Henan Province and Secretary of the Xinxiang Municipal Committee.
According to his public resume, Zhang Guowei was born in May 1963. He started his career in his hometown of Xixia County, where he served as Deputy County Head in March 1992, and then as Deputy Secretary of the County Party Committee in November of the same year.
In 1994, Zhang Guowei became the County Head of Fangcheng County, and in 1997, he was appointed as the Secretary of the Fangcheng County Party Committee. In 2001, he became the Deputy Mayor of Nanyang City. In 2005, Zhang Guowei became a Standing Committee Member of the Shangqiu Municipal Committee and the Minister of the Organization Department, and in 2007, he was appointed as a Standing Committee Member of the Shangqiu Municipal Committee and the Deputy Mayor.
In 2011, Zhang Guowei was appointed as the Director of the Henan Province Administration of Work Safety and Supervision. In 2013, he became the Mayor of Pingdingshan City, and in 2017, he was appointed as the Secretary of the Xinxiang Municipal Committee.
In July 2021, Zhang Guowei became the Party Group Secretary and Director of the Human Resources and Social Security Department of Henan Province. In January 2023, he was appointed as the Director of the Legal Committee of the Henan Provincial People’s Congress, which eventually led to his decision to surrender himself.
This case highlights the importance of upholding discipline and abiding by the law, regardless of one’s position or past accomplishments in public service. Zhang Guowei’s actions serve as a reminder that no one is above accountability and transparency in governance.
The authorities have emphasized the need for thorough investigations and adherence to legal procedures in dealing with cases of misconduct or violations. This incident also underscores the ongoing efforts to combat corruption and maintain integrity in public office across various levels of government.
As the investigation unfolds, it is expected that further details regarding Zhang Guowei’s alleged violations will be revealed. The outcome of this case will likely have implications for the political landscape in Henan Province and may prompt discussions on governance reforms and oversight mechanisms to prevent similar incidents in the future.