PREMIER AT NPC & CPPCC
Transcript: Premier Li’s press conference
Premier Li Keqiang held a press conference after the annual national legislative session concluded on March 15.
Signals from the press conference
Facing sharp questions, a series of positive economic signals were found in the Premier’s answers.
Nation ‘well-armed’ to sustain growth
China has many weapons to fight difficulties in its economy and will be able to maintain its growth momentum, the Premier said.
NEWS
Netizens’ suggestions added to annual work report
A total of 46 suggestions from netizens were added to this year’s government work report delivered by Premier Li Keqiang on March 5.
China adopts revision to Legislation Law
China’s national lawmakers voted for a revision to the Legislation Law on March 15.
Political advisers voice support for Beijing’s 2022 Olympics bid
Chinese political advisers have voiced full support for Beijing’s bid at the annual session of the CPPCC.
MOTIONS & PROPOSALS
Poor translation targeted in confusing signs of the times
Foreign visitors are sometimes confused by hilarious or unfortunate translations on signs in public areas in China.
Quiet pioneer speaks for fishermen
Fisherman Li Keping, a National People’s Congress deputy, has devoted himself to promoting the interests of fishermen.
AGENDA & NOTICES
March 15
The closing session of the 3rd Session of the 12th NPC is convened at the Great Hall of the People. After that, Premier Li Keqiang meets journalists from home and abroad and takes questions.
FOCUS
Major topics of two sessions attract worldwide attention
Among different items on the agenda of the two sessions, the economic model of “new normal”, along with deepening reforms, has become a focus of world attention.
China pools strength on Belt and Road strategy
The Belt and Road initiatives are among the most extensively referenced topics during the ongoing annual parliamentary session.
OVERSEAS PERSPECTIVE
Andrey Ivanovich Denisov, Russian ambassador to China: The government work report has significance not only for the Chinese but also for people around the world.
Borislav Maric, ambassador of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s to China: I think the world will be a better place thanks to the policies of China.
ONLINE VOICES
Sina Weibo user Huahuabing: We should try our best to keep a good network environment and say “no” to harmful information.
Sina Weibo user bangzili: I’d like to thank the deputies and members for having proposed many hot and sharp issues as the two sessions are to conclude.
