China: president hu jintao. how did he get to be president. was he appointed or name picked from a hat.?

Question

hu jintao, president of china. who is this guy.

how did he get his job.

in 21st. century, do they still appoint a president, in secret.

Answer 1

Formally, the President is elected by the National People's Congress in accordance with Article 62 of the Constitution. In practice, this election falls into the category of 'single-candidate' elections. The candidate is recommended by the Presidium of the National People's Congress.