China's national legislature concludes annual session

Highlights of Premier Li's press conference

Premier Li answered questions on various topics such as the economy, financial reforms and diplomacy at a news conference on Wednesday at the end of the annual meeting of the National People's Congress.

China's national legislature adopts government work report

The National People's Congress (NPC), China's top legislature, on Wednesday adopted the government work report at the closing meeting of its annual session.

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What are the functions of the NPC?
The NPC is the highest institution through which the Chinese people can exercise their State power.
How are NPC deputies elected?
The NPC deputies are members of the highest organ of state power in China and are elected in accordance with law.
What's the difference between NPC motions and CPPCC proposals?
The difference lies in that as the NPC is the country's top legislature, an NPC motion becomes legally binding when it is adopted; while a proposal to the CPPCC National Committee, the top advisory body, is not legally binding whether it is adopted or not.

Highlights of Premier Li's press conference