Tag: Li Yuanchao

Xi Jinping Named China’s President

Xi Jinping completed his ascension to the highest echelons of power in China on Thursday as the National People’s Congress named him state president. Xi was also nominated to the head of the Central Military Commission, while Li Yuanchao was named Vice President. Li Keqiang is expected to be elected Premier on Friday. From Reuters: The 59-year-old was also elected head of the Central Military

March 13, 2013 10:22 PM

Xi Snubs Jiang With VP Pick

Incoming Chinese president Xi Jinping has chosen reformer Li Yuanchao as his vice president, according to sources, despit

March 12, 2013 11:08 AM

As NPC Convenes, Factions Jockey to Solidify Power

With the 12th annual National People’s Congress opening in Beijing, the Chinese government is set to conclude the s

March 3, 2013 10:51 PM

Party Elders Block Reform Candidates: Report

When the new Standing Committee was announced last week, many people expressed surprised that two reform-minded politicia

November 20, 2012 10:05 PM

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