BEIJING - China said Wednesday that it has expelled former Interpol President Meng Hongwei from public office and the ruling Communist Party as he awaits trial on corruption charges. In this July 4, 2017, file photo, Interpol President Meng Hongwei delivers his opening address at the Interpol World Congress, in Singapore. China has expelled former Interpol chief Meng from public office and the ruling Communist Party. Expulsion from the party is usually the last step before a suspect is sent for trial and almost certain conviction. Article Continued BelowMeng’s wife, Grace Meng, made a bold public appeal from France for help locating her husband after she lost contact with him last September.

Source: thestar March 27, 2019 10:11 UTC