Wang Yong

Wang Yong (; born March 1971) is a former Chinese politician. As of January 2024 he was under investigation by China's top anti-corruption agency. Previously he served as vice chairman of Tibet Autonomous Regional People's Government.

Early life and education Wang was born in Luzhou, Sichuan, in March 1971. In 1987, he entered Sichuan University, where he majored in computer science.

Downfall On 29 January 2024, he has been placed under investigation for "serious violations of laws and regulations" by the Central Commission for Discipline Inspection (CCDI), the party's internal disciplinary body, and the National Supervisory Commission, the highest anti-corruption agency of China. On July 31, he was expelled from the CCP. In August 2024, the Supreme People's Procuratorate arrested Wang Yong on suspicion of bribery. Prosecutors accused Wang of taking advantage of his different positions between 2007 and 2023 to seek profits for various companies and individuals in bidding for projects, in return for bribes paid in cash or gifts worth more than 271 million yuan ($37.58 million).