Promotion candidates to be closely monitored

Party officials' everyday performances and reputations among the public will be considered to prevent unqualified, corrupt officials from being promoted, according to a new directive released on Monday.

Personnel departments have been told to closely monitor candidates' daily behavior and pay attention to how they perform under pressure.

Promotion candidates' personality and moral character will also be considered, according to a directive issued by the General Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee.