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During Chinese New Year it's common to give gifts to bosses and officials as a way of gaining favour. |
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But now the authorities have announced a ban on advertisements that have been encouraging people to give luxury items. |
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In a statement, the authorities said these radio and TV ads were spreading "incorrect values" and creating a "bad social ethos". |
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According to reports, the ban relates to promotions which suggest products are "must-have items for superiors". |
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It's the latest move by China's leader, Xi Jinping, to try and cut down on government extravagance and corruption. |
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At many official occasions, banquets have been banned or scaled back, red carpets are out, and the floral arrangements are no longer there. |
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Chinese new generation of leaders are keen to display a more frugal administration in the face of growing public anger over official corruption. |
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Senior officials have repeatedly warned that corruption poses the greatest threat to the rule of the Communist party. |
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