China says corruption still a severe problem

It says people have higher expectations for the ridding of corruption but it 8216;cannot be eradicated in the short term.8217;

Chinese President Hu Jintao has said corruption threatens the party8217;s grip on power.

China has launched numerous anti-graft campaigns in recent years. Some have seen judges and high-profile party figures sentenced to years in prison.

Netizens regularly complain when an official is spotted wearing an expensive-looking watch or in a luxury car.