Hu Jintao Biography

Historical biography and chronological timeline for Hu Jintao, based on 5 World History Database records associated with China.

5 records1993–20085 events2 places

Chronological biography

1993

Vice President1993

Government / Chinese Communist Party · Vice President

Appointed Vice President of China

2008

Monastic Protests10 March 2008

Government / Chinese Communist Party · President of China · Lhasa

Monks begin demonstrations in Lhasa on the anniversary of the 1959 uprising.

Lhasa Riots14 March 2008

Government / Chinese Communist Party · President of China · Lhasa

Protests in Lhasa escalate into rioting, attacks and a broad security crackdown.

Unrest Spreads15 March 2008

Government / Chinese Communist Party · President of China · Tibetan Plateau

Demonstrations spread from Lhasa into Tibetan communities in neighbouring Chinese provinces.

Security Restrictions17 March 2008

Government / Chinese Communist Party · President of China · Lhasa

Authorities impose extensive security and access restrictions across Lhasa following the unrest.

Titles and roles

President of China · Vice President

Record provenance

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