Li Xiannian (pronounced; 23 June 1909--21 June 1992) was President of the People's Republic of China between 1983 and 1988 and then chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference until his death.
Li Xiannian (pronounced; 23 June 1909--21 June 1992) was a Chinese political leader and economic reformer. He served as President of the People's Republic of China between 1983 and 1988 and then Chairman of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference until his death.