BEIJING, May 28 (Xinhua) -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang said Thursday the country is expected to achieve positive economic growth this year if security in six key areas is ensured.

The six areas refer to job security, basic living needs, operations of market entities, food and energy security, stable industrial and supply chains, and the normal functioning of primary-level governments.

Li highlighted efforts to maintain security in the first three areas.

China will take targeted measures instead of massive stimulus to boost economic growth, Li told a press conference after the conclusion of the annual national legislative session.