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Li Qiang
AI-generated illustration · Derivative of Meeting with Li Qiang (2023) (crop), Dati Bendo / European Union, CC BY 4.0
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Li Qiang

Premier of China's State Council.

Li Qiang has held China's premiership since March 2023. His position combines leadership of the State Council with membership of the Communist Party's Politburo Standing Committee.

Last refreshed: 22 October 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic

Key Question

What role does Li Qiang play in China's relationship with Russia?

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Background

Li Qiang is premier of China's State Council and a member of the Communist Party's Politburo Standing Committee.

The State Council's biography records how the National People's Congress endorsed his appointment to the premiership in March 2023. His two positions place him in both the government and the party's senior leadership.

Common Questions
Who is Li Qiang?
Li Qiang is premier of China's State Council and a member of the Communist Party's Politburo Standing Committee.Source: https://english.www.gov.cn/Homepage/202303/12/content_WS641a9b39c6d0f528699db818.html
When did Li Qiang become China's premier?
He was appointed in March 2023 following endorsement by the National People's Congress.Source: https://english.www.gov.cn/Homepage/202303/12/content_WS641a9b39c6d0f528699db818.html
Where did Li Qiang meet Vladimir Putin in October 2026?
The Kremlin reported that they met at the Constantine Palace in St Petersburg on 21 October 2026.Source: http://en.kremlin.ru/events/president/news/81045
Source Material
Conversation with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, 21 October 2026Brief introduction of Li QiangState Council leaders

Written with AI from Lowdown's published reporting. Not individually reviewed by an editor. Updated 22 October 2026. Editorial standards.