Wuhan’s COVID-era mayor jailed for 14 years over bribery

A Chinese court sentenced Zhou Xianwang, Wuhan’s mayor when COVID-19 first broke out, to 14 years in prison after finding him guilty of bribery. Between 2003 and 2025, he reportedly used various official positions to help businesses and individuals secure contracts, operate businesses and obtain official approvals. The court said he accepted cash and property worth over 60.5 million yuan.