Resignation of Hu Yaobang
Resigns after accepting blame for policy mistakes in handling student demonstrations
Permanent historical records · Updated 2026-11-03
1987 in China
Explore 12 historical events and records for China in 1987.
Historical records for China in 1987
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International Agreement
An agreement is signed returning Macao to China in 1999
Other events (month unknown)
Award
Awarded the State Prize for building Chinas 1st space launcher & satellite
Dismissal
Dismisses the Party Secretary Hu Yaobang for his criticisms of the Deng regime
Dismissal
Dismissed by Diang Xiaping for his criticism of the regime
Economy of China
Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) comes to China. Introduction of Western-style fast-food to China
Party Leader
Appointed Party Leader of the Communist Party
Party Secretary
Appointed Party Secretary of the Communist Party
Politburo
Appointed Member of Politburo
Prime Minister of China
Appointed Prime Minister of China
Resignation of Hu Yaobang
Forced to resign for being tooo liberal
Retirement
Retires as a Member of Central Committee due to ill health
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