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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- The National Supervisory Commission is China's highest anti-corruption and supervisory organ, constitutionally established in 2018 to monitor all public officials exercising state power.
- What constitutional provisions established the National Supervisory Commission?
- How does the NSC differ from the CCDI?
- What is liúzhì and why is it controversial?
- Where does the NSC rank in China's state structure?

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The National Supervisory Commission is China's highest anti-corruption and supervisory organ, constitutionally established in 2018 to monitor all public officials exercising state power.

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