Li Daoyu (; born 1932) is a Chinese retired diplomat who served as the

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between 1993 and 1998.

Early life

In Aug 1932, Li was born in Hefei, Anhui province, China.

Education

Li graduated from the

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in 1952.

Career

In 1952, Li entered the foreign ministry of PRC. From 1952 to 1983, he was an official of the international section of the Ministry and was promoted to vice section chief. In 1983, Li became the vice delegate to

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. From 1984 to 1988, Li served as the international section chief of the foreign ministry. In 1988, he became the assistant to the Foreign Minister. From 1990 to 1993, he was the delegate and ambassador to

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. From 1993 to 1998, Li served as the PRC's ambassador to the United States. From 1998, Li served in the National People's Congress until his retirement in 2004.Curriculum Vitae of Mr. Li Daoyu
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the People's Republic of China, 2005. Retrieved 9 June 2011.

References

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