China Politburo retiree poised to become next vice president: report

Xi opts for trusted Vice Premier Han Zheng instead of lining up successor

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Chinese Vice Premier Han Zheng is reportedly set to become China's next vice president. (Photo by Katsuji Nakazawa)

TSUKASA HADANO, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Chinese Vice Premier Han Zheng is reportedly set to become vice president after being left out of the Communist Party's top decision-making body last fall, suggesting that President Xi Jinping is not using the role as a steppingstone for a potential future leader.

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