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 .
Li Keqiang was named China 's premier , the No . 2 position . Xi Jinping formally took the role of Chinese president on Thursday . New leaders were named last November but have been waiting for congress . NPC discussed major issues facing country , including economic aims .