Residence Zhongnanhai Formation 27 September 1954 | Inaugural holder Jiang Qing | |
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Abolished January 1975 - December 1982 | ||
The Spouse of the President of the People's Republic of China, also known as the First Lady of China, is the spouse or wife of the President of China. To date there have been 7 women who have been married to the Chinese president while in office.
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Role and duties
The role of the Presidential Spouse is not an official office, as they are not given a salary or official duties. Most spouses have remained very much in the background. However, the current spouse Peng Liyuan has gained public attention through her own independent careers and achievements.
Other
Sometimes the spouse of the paramount leaders is also known as First Lady: Han Zhijun (wife of Premier Hua Guofeng) and Zhuo Lin (wife of Deng Xiaoping).
Spouse of the Head of State of China under the 2nd Constitution: Kang Keqing (wife of Zhu De) and Li Gang (wife of Ye Jianying)