China's National People's Congress (NPC) and Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) hold annual sessions focusing on improving the nation's economy. The CPPCC offers advice to the Communist Party leadership while the NPC implements laws. The sessions prioritize setting economic goals and addressing challenges faced by China's economy.
Key Points
CPPCC advises Communist Party leadership, NPC implements laws
Economic growth target and other key indicators are primary objectives
China's economy facing challenges post-pandemic and from external factors
Efforts to stabilize foreign investment and address economic issues
Sessions expected to conclude by March 11
Pros
Focus on improving the nation's economy
Setting economic goals for the year
Addressing challenges faced by China's economy
Cons
Controlled lawmaking by the Communist Party
Economic challenges such as declining foreign investment and real estate sector weakness