Li Keqiang was named China 's premier , the No . 2 position . Xi Jinping formally took the office of Chinese president on Thursday . In a speech published by the People 's Daily earlier this month , Xi warned that China faced many risks and challenges , saying that the party 's future was at stake . New members were elected last November but have been nominated for congress . Congress discussed major issues facing country , including economic aims .
Li Keqiang was named China 's premier , the No . 2 position . Xi Jinping formally took the office of Chinese president on Thursday . New members were elected last November but have been nominated for congress . Congress discussed major issues facing country , including economic aims .