The seven men in charge of China

President Xi Jinping has unveiled the lineup of the ruling Communist Party’s highest body – the Politburo Standing Committee – that will lead the world’s second-largest economy for the next five years

Population of China
1.39 billion
(United Nations estimate)

1 Xi Jinping, 64: Widely seen as
China’s most powerful leader since Chairman Mao Zedong.
His name and politicalideology have been added to Communist Party constitution

2 Li Keqiang, 62: For past five years Premier Li’s economic policies have stimulated entrepreneurship and innovation. Li has criticized local governments for failing to support reforms

3 Li Zhanshu, 67: Ranked third in new lineup, considered one of Xi’s closest advisors. Heads party’s General Office

4 Wang Yang, 62: Vice premier of State Council, China’s cabinet

5 Wang Huning, 62: Head of Central Policy Research Office. Specialist in U.S. politics

6 Zhao Leji, 60: New head of 133-member Communist Party anti-corruption commission. Zhao also heads Central Organization Department which screens candidates for top posts

7 Han Zheng, 63: Chief of party committee in Shanghai – China’s financial hub

Sources: Caixin Media, Reuters
Pictures: Associated Press, Getty Images