noun
vice president; vice chairman
Primarily used for the vice president of China or vice chairman of Chinese political bodies. Also used more broadly for vice chairman roles in organizations.
彼は中国の副主席に選ばれた。
He was elected vice president of China.
会議で副主席が議長を務めた。
The vice chairman presided over the meeting.
Vice chairman of a legislative body or assembly, more specific than 副主席.
Compound of 副 (vice-, deputy) and 主席 (chairman, president). The term is strongly associated with Chinese political titles.