| Born / Place | December 1942, in Shanghai |
| Education | Tsinghua University, Beijing |
| Family | Married with one son and one daughter |
| Power Points | Media-shy Hu has bolstered his status as leader-in-waiting. Despite the perception within the PLA that he is a neophyte in military affairs, Hu was appointed vice chairman of the Central Military Commission. His obedient toeing of the party line garners support from Jiang Zemin, but middling performances have raised questions as to whether he will be ready to lead by 2002. Hu may have to cool his heels for the length of another five-year plan if Jiang stays on.
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