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How China’s first lady Peng Liyuan plays a pivotal role in Beijing’s push for soft power | South China Morning Post

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Unlike her predecessors who mostly kept a low profile, China’s first lady Peng Liyuan has been in the spotlight since her husband Xi Jinping became president. Peng made a name for herself as a popular Chinese folk music and opera singer. She now serves multiple international roles, including as the World Health Orga…

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