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Two Sessions 2025 (Lianghui)

Two Sessions 2025 (Lianghui)
“Two Sessions” refers to China's annual parliamentary meetings, where the nation's two main political bodies - the National People's Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) - reveal plans for China's policies involving the economy, military, trade, diplomacy, the environment and more.
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Two Sessions 2024 (Lianghui)
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Two Sessions 2023 (Lianghui)
President Xi Jinping paid a visit to Guizhou province, one of China’s poorest regions. Photo: Xinhua
China's economic recovery

China’s Xi Jinping calls for economic transition on Guizhou visit

On his first inspection tour since the national legislative session, China’s president said the relatively underdeveloped province should build ties with other regions.

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US-China relations

Opinion | What was unsaid at China’s ‘two sessions’ and why it matters

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China economy

Opinion | China knows economic challenges lie ahead. Is it ready for them?

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China economy

Opinion | Adhering to reforms can help Beijing pop ‘Peak China’ bubble

To see off scepticism about China’s growth potential, the government’s latest reform push must be effective and make good on its promises.

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An employee works on a car assembly line at a factory of FAW-Volkswagen company in Qingdao, in eastern Shandong province, on March 12. Photo: AFP
Banking & finance

China’s central bank to create ‘more tools’ to shore up economy

The bank also pledged to cut interest rates and keep the yuan stable amid an uncertain global outlook.

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US-China relations

Opinion | Can Trump and China’s divergent visions finally settle age-old economic debate?

Beyond political and other concerns, the US and Chinese approaches to their economies have intellectual roots stretching back centuries.

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China's economic recovery

Is China’s ‘death tax’ at the door? Lawmakers have wealth redistribution in mind

Unlike many Western countries, China does not have estate and gift taxes, but that could change as a controversial motion is considered.

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China’s National People’s Congress may consider a long-discussed inheritance tax, also known as a “death tax”, as officials set their sights on policies that shore up the economy. Photo: Shutterstock
China's economic recovery

‘Work quickly’: China’s Premier Li puts government officials on notice

After ‘two sessions’, State Council passes work plan that clarifies division of tasks among departments, emphasising interdepartmental coordination.

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Mainland China

Editorial | Opportunities knock for Hong Kong with role in national development

City’s unique strengths mean it can take lead on international cooperation and exchanges while also benefiting from Beijing’s economic moves.

China’s Communist Party

China’s No 3 returns to public spotlight after missing end of ‘two sessions’

The chairman of the National People’s Congress skipped its closing ceremony this week due to a respiratory tract infection.

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Zhao Leji meets state media employees on Wednesday a day after missing the NPC closing session due to ill health. Photo: CCTV
China’s Communist Party

China urged to prepare students for challenges of AI and ageing population

At ‘two sessions’, Chinese lawmakers and political advisers call for changes to education system to ‘solve future problems’.

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Some lawmakers warn that China’s universities do not offer enough specialised medical programmes focused on treating the elderly. Photo: Peking University
SCMP Highlights

China’s ‘two sessions’ 2025: everything you need to know

From plans to spend more to boost growth to a missing top official, here are some highlights from our coverage of China’s biggest annual political event.

Global South

Opinion | How the Global South can rise above the fray as the West fractures

Countries must seize this moment to promote an open, inclusive world order grounded in common interests and mutual respect.

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China’s private sector

What’s the next step for China’s proposed private sector promotion law?

The proposed law, not passed at this year’s legislative session, is seen as an indicator of Beijing’s commitment to improving the business environment.

President Xi Jinping met representatives of the private sector in Beijing last month. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong NPC deputies propose scheme to help mainland talent buy flats easily

City’s representatives to China’s top legislature submit proposal that would allow mainlanders to buy properties through direct remittance.

Chinese president Xi Jinping attends the closing ceremony of the National People’s Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 11. Photo: AFP

Video | China’s No 3 official missing as ‘two sessions’ closes

China economy

Webinar | ‘Two sessions’ 2025 key takeaways: insights into China’s economic strategy

SCMP and Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis co-host a webinar to discuss key developments from the annual ‘two sessions’.

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Xi Jinping

Why was China’s No 3 official Zhao Leji missing at the end of ‘two sessions’?

Chairman of the NPC Standing Committee and former corruption body secretary was last seen in public on Saturday.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping leaves after the closing session of the National People’s Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on Tuesday, March 11, 2025. Photo: AFP
China energy security

Why China’s energy supply is ‘secure’ amid Trump’s ‘drill, baby, drill’ push

China has taken necessary steps to ensure ‘we are not dependent on any single nation or route’ for energy needs, top legislature deputy says.

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China economy

Opinion | China’s 5% GDP target: where will the growth come from?

Beijing needs a change in public expectations to boost confidence and open the floodgates of consumer spending to drive up the economy.

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China jobs

Are China’s biggest firms turning the page on 996-style work culture?

Government rhetoric and changes at some of China’s largest companies suggest changes are in store for notorious overwork culture.

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The grueling work cultures at some of China’s biggest companies has prompted public criticism, and some appear to be changing their practices. Photo: Reuters
China's military weapons

PLA officers urge China to direct more civilian resources towards military tech

PLA Daily report cites call from military delegates at annual political gathering as Beijing pushes ‘military-local collaboration’.

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Military delegates arrive to attend a plenary meeting during China’s annual “two sessions”, in Beijing on Monday. Photo: EPA-EFE
China-Germany relations

Exclusive | Why Germany’s Merz could take ‘more rational’ approach to China

Former envoy Wu Ken is optimistic about likely chancellor’s focus on trade and economy, and perception of Beijing as ‘indispensable partner’.

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China technology

China wants to supercharge growth with applications of nuclear tech

China’s IAEA representative has revealed an ambitious target for the commercial applications of nuclear power, in line with the sector’s rapid growth.

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Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Hong Kong’s role in national development is clearer than ever

Top leaders at the annual ‘two sessions’ have given city a blueprint to follow as country navigates geopolitical storm that has intensified under Donald Trump.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang after delivering his work report at the opening session of the National People’s Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, China, on March 5. Photo: AP
China jobs

China to give gig workers and training a lift to keep lid on unemployment

Social security minister says some positions are going unfilled as demand for skills goes unmet.

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More than 12 million university graduates will join the labour market in China this year. Photo: Xinhua
Taiwan election 2024

‘Thrive here’: NPC deputies urge Taiwanese to invest, live in mainland China

In integration push, National People’s Congress told that island’s youth, business leaders should visit the mainland to ‘break information barriers’.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s finance chief eyes I&T development after calls at ‘two sessions’

Paul Chan says city needs to make better use of status as financial hub to attract tech sector dollars, while vowing to spur domestic spending.

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