New CPC rule bolsters accountability

The Communist Party of China on Sunday unveiled a full version of an accountability regulation that makes Party officials answerable for poor leadership.

The new regulation introduced an internal Party accountability mechanism to be applied to its members across all levels and divisions.

The regulation holds Party officials responsible for serious consequences caused by negligence or poor work performance. They also are accountable if they make mistakes or lack leadership in dealing with problems or projects, or do not implement the Party's frugality rules.