Alibaba sexual harassment investigation: ‘no evidence to prove rape’

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4 years ago

August 16, 2021

Police have found no evidence that an Alibaba employee was raped by her boss and a client on a business trip

Chinese police say there is not enough evidence to prove that a manager and client raped an Alibaba employee at a business trip.

In their initial findings police say the former manager was suspected of committing “forcible indecency” against the woman.

Two senior executives at the e-commerce giant have resigned and Chief Executive Daniel Zhang says the company’s handling of the incident is a “humiliation”.

Alibaba launches investigation

Alibaba launched an investigation after an anonymous employee published an 11-page document detailing how her boss and a client assaulted her on a business trip.

The document has circulated widely online, prompting a social media storm. The story was one of the top trending items on Weibo over the weekend of publication.

The woman says her boss coerced her into going on a business trip with him to meet one of her team’s clients in the city of Jinan.

The woman recounts that she woke with no clothing or memory of what happened

After drinking with the client one evening, she says she woke up in a hotel room the following day with no clothing or recollection of what happened.

CCTV footage from the hotel showed that her boss visited the room four times during the evening.

The woman reported the incident to human resources and management. However, no further action was taken against her boss.

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Police in China’s city of Jinan said they were investigating the incident while Alibaba launches an investigation

“Alibaba Group has a zero-tolerance policy against sexual misconduct,” a spokesperson said. “We have suspended relevant parties suspected of violating our policies and values.”

The spokesperson also said Alibaba has created an “internal task force” to investigate the incident and support the police investigation.

Alibaba CEO Daniel Zhang addressed the incident in a post to the company’s internal message board

“It is not just Human Resources who should apologize. The related business department managers also hold responsibility and should apologize for their silence,” Zhang wrote.

“Starting from me, starting from management, starting from human resources, everyone at Alibaba must empathize, reflect, and take action.”

Alibaba has responded by suspending the woman’s supervisor. It has also suspended the human resource worker who failed to take action against the alleged perpetrator.

Beijing crackdown on big tech hits Alibaba’s hip pocket

RBA unexpectedly keeps interest rates steady at 3.85%

RBA surprises with decision to maintain interest rates at 3.85%, impacting economic forecasts and housing market activity.

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4 hours ago

July 8, 2025

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RBA surprises with decision to maintain interest rates at 3.85%, impacting economic forecasts and housing market activity.

In Short:
The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept its cash rate at 3.85% despite concerns from the Housing Industry Association about its impact on new home construction. Although inflation is within target and there’s some market confidence, households are under financial strain amidst economic uncertainties.

The Reserve Bank of Australia has decided to maintain the cash rate at 3.85% following a split vote of six to three. This unexpected decision comes as the Housing Industry Association warns that these rates remain restrictive, potentially hindering new home building.

Senior economist Tom Devitt stated that the rates will delay necessary building activity but noted improved market confidence following previous rate cuts.

Current inflation data shows the RBA’s preferred measure has been declining and remains within the target range. However, household spending is under strain, with Australia experiencing a per capita recession since mid-2022.

Labour costs

The RBA’s decision was influenced by concerns over productivity growth and high unit labour costs, affecting its inflation outlook. While some economists anticipated a rate cut, the RBA opted for caution due to economic uncertainties, both domestically and internationally.

The bank acknowledged gradual recovery in private demand and household incomes but highlighted ongoing challenges in passing cost increases to final prices.

Despite the hold on rates, price rises in essentials like petrol continue to impact Australian households. The RBA emphasized the need for ongoing assessment before making future rate changes, suggesting a careful approach in response to evolving economic conditions.

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Feeling the stress this tax season?

Join Dr. Steve Enticott for essential tax tips to avoid costly mistakes this season and maximize deductions for 2025.

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9 hours ago

July 8, 2025

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Join Dr. Steve Enticott for essential tax tips to avoid costly mistakes this season and maximise deductions for 2025.

It’s that time of year again, and if you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone.

With so many moving parts, from missed deductions to misplaced receipts, small mistakes can lead to big losses.

Dr Steve Enticott from CIA Tax joins to break down what people forget most, which new deductions to know for 2025, and why a simple checklist can save you money.

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Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ passes Senate

Trump’s tax and spending bill passes Senate 51-50; faces House vote amid concerns over inequality and support cuts.

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6 days ago

July 2, 2025

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Trump’s tax and spending bill passes Senate 51-50; faces House vote amid concerns over inequality and support cuts.

President Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill has narrowly passed the U.S. Senate 51-50, with Vice-President JD Vance breaking the tie.

The bill promises big tax breaks, military boosts, and immigration crackdowns, while slashing support for Medicaid and low-income aid, a move critics say risks deepening inequality.

All eyes now turn to the House vote, where Trump’s political clout will face a fresh test.

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