Quotes by Deng Xiaoping

About Deng Xiaoping:


Deng Xiaoping was a Chinese revolutionary and statesman. He was the leader of China from 1978 until his retirement in 1992. After Mao Zedong's death, Deng led his country through far-reaching market-economy reforms. While Deng never held office as the head of state, head of government or General Secretary (that is, the leader of the Communist Party), he nonetheless was considered the "paramount leader" of the People's Republic of China from December 1978 to 1992. As the core of the second-generation leaders, Deng shared his power with several powerful older politicians commonly known as the Eight Elders.

Author Bio


  • NameDeng Xiaoping
  • DescriptionChinese politician, Paramount leader of China
  • AliasesTeng Hsiao-p'ing
  • BornAugust 22, 1904
  • DiedFebruary 19, 1997
  • CountryPeople's Republic Of China
  • ProfessionPolitician; Journalist; Diplomat