China's Former Vice-Premier Liu Yandong Dies at 80

• Liu Yandong, China's former vice-premier, died at the age of 80 due to illness.
• She was one of only six women to serve on the Chinese Communist Party's Politburo.
• Liu played a pivotal role in the country's united front work and education sector.
• She was described as an 'outstanding leader' by Xinhua, China's official news agency.
• Liu's death was announced by Xinhua on Wednesday afternoon.