Former Chinese premier Li Keqiang has died after suffering a heart attack, state media reported Friday.Li served as premier during President Xi Jinping's first two five-year terms.
Li was China s No. 2 leader from 2013-23 and an advocate for private business but was left with little authority after President Xi Jinping made himself the most powerful Chinese leader in decades and tightened control over the economy and society.
Li Keqiang, the pro-reform Chinese former Premier, died after suffering a heart attack. He was 68. During his time as premier, Mr Li cultivated an image as a more modern Communist Party leader compared to his stiffer colleagues.
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