"Officials at multiple levels, especially senior officials, should be strict with themselves and set a good example for others. They should also intensify restrictions for their relatives and staff, who must not have privileges."

Wang Qishan, China's anti-graft chief, has vowed severe penalties for lavish banquets and tours fueled by public funds, in a work report he delivered at a plenary meeting of the nation's top discipline watchdog in January, Xinhua News Agency reported on Monday.