China's National People's Congress (NPC) begins on March 5, with key policy decisions expected to focus on economic growth targets amidst a prolonged real estate downturn and an uncertain international landscape.

Beijing is hosting the 'Two Sessions,' a crucial political event for China's direction, comprising the annual meetings of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.

China on Wednesday kicked off its annual "Two Sessions" political meetings during which the country's leadership will announce its annual growth target, defence budget and new five-year plan. The National People's Congress will ratify new laws decided by China's Communist Party leadership.

A spokesperson for China's National People's Congress stated that China and the US should respect each other and pursue peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation.

Members of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) and deputies to the National People's Congress (NPC) have arrived in Beijing for upcoming sessions.

A deputy to China's National People's Congress (NPC) has called for the accelerated development of 'AI plus manufacturing' to integrate artificial intelligence into industrial production.

Several high-ranking military officials have been removed from China's National People's Congress, indicating a significant internal shake-up within the country's military and political structures.

China's National People's Congress press conference highlighted the nation's commitment to stability and cooperation amidst a turbulent global landscape.

China's National People's Congress, starting Wednesday, will finalize the country's new five-year plan, with food security highlighted as a key, though less noticed, component of its security policy.

The National People's Congress opens its annual session on Thursday (February 26, 2026) , where it ‌will unveil this year's economic targets and policy priorities

Deputies from Shanxi province have arrived in Beijing to attend the annual session of China's National People's Congress (NPC).

Deputies and members designated for China's 2026 'two sessions' (National People's Congress and Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference) have begun their departure for Beijing.

The press center for China's annual 'two sessions' (the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference) has opened, while the country's top legislature concluded its standing committee session.

The National People's Congress in Beijing, China's most important political meeting of the year, is focusing on the country's future economic direction, amidst a backdrop of booming exports and tech alongside many Chinese struggling with budget noodles.

During the 'Two Sessions' in Beijing, the Chinese Communist Party government is expected to present growth figures and approve the Five-Year Plan, with questions arising about its readiness to reform its struggling growth model amidst weak consumption and overcapacities.

A spokesperson for China's National People's Congress highlighted the 50-year diplomatic relations between China and the European Union, reinforcing the idea of a mutually beneficial partnership.

Agenda of 4th session of 14th National People's Congress  China Daily

Deputies from Shanxi province to the National People's Congress (NPC) have arrived in Beijing.

China's National People's Congress is set to address high-tech development and manage expectations for lower economic growth, with British Chancellor Rachel Reeves also expected to present a cautious Spring Statement.