Force Behind Anti-Corruption: Evidence from China

• In Event: Oligarchic Networks in China

Brief Overview

We examine the determinants of anti-corruption in China. Being connected to highly ranked politicians reduces local politicians' investigation likelihood. Regression discontinuity design is implemented to estimate the casual effect.

Authors

• Jing Rong Goh, Nanyang Technological University

• Hong Ru, Nanyang Technological University

• Kunru Zou, Nanyang Technological University