Former Premier Li Keqiang's funeral took place in China, with flags flown at half-mast. The low-key ceremony was contained to prevent any outpouring of grief that might trigger protests over President Xi Jinping's management of the economy. Li, who died unexpectedly of a heart attack at 68, was seen by some as a symbol of a different future. While he may not have been a notable reformer, Li had a more global outlook and focused on China's economy and foreign affairs. His funeral followed the protocol established for former premier Li Peng's death in 2019.

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