Core Viewpoint - The Ningxia Catering and Restaurant Association has faced widespread criticism for having an excessive number of vice presidents, totaling 89, which raises concerns about governance and compliance with regulations [1][2]. Group 1 - The association's recent election results revealed 1 president, 10 executive vice presidents, 28 vice presidents, and an additional 42 newly appointed vice presidents, along with 9 more added in January 2026 [1]. - A joint investigation team was formed by the Ningxia Autonomous Region's Business Department, Civil Affairs Department, and Market Supervision Department to address the issues raised by the media and the public regarding the association's leadership structure [2]. - Preliminary investigations confirmed that the association's election results were invalid due to the excessive number of appointed leaders, violating the Ningxia Autonomous Region's regulations on social organization supervision [2].