The sudden death of Li Keqiang led to spontaneous mourning on the social media platform Weibo. Many of the videos and posts shared on social media mirrored a collective nostalgia for his accomplishments during his time as Premier and his role as a proponent of economic openness. The passing of former Premier Li has prompted the implementation of various measures to ensure stability. According to a report by the South China Morning Post, Chinese universities have advised their students against organising private commemoration activities for former Premier Li Keqiang, to avoid potential social unrest. The passing of Li has, for many people in China, brought forth a wave of pent-up frustration, anger, and anxiety.

Source: New York Times November 01, 2023 06:25 UTC