Liu Yandong 1945 – 2026

Biography

# Liu Yandong

Liu Yandong was one of China’s most influential political figures, serving as Vice Premier from 2013 to 2018 during a transformative period for the nation. The Huai’an District native held key positions in the Chinese Communist Party’s highest echelons, including membership in the prestigious Politburo from 2007 to 2017. Before her vice premiership, she spent five years as State Councilor and led the United Front Work Department from 2002 to 2007, roles that positioned her at the center of China’s political machinery.

Throughout her decades-long career, Liu demonstrated remarkable staying power in one of the world’s most competitive political systems. Her progression through progressively senior positions reflected her significance in shaping policy during crucial years of China’s development.

Liu Yandong passed away on October 28, 2026, in Beijing, leaving behind a legacy as a major figure in modern Chinese politics.