Who presides over the work of the Standing Committee? The chairmen of the National Committee presides over the work of the Standing Committee, and the vice chairmen and secretary-general assist the chairman in his (her) work.
How long does each National Committee serve? The National Committee serves for a term of five years. The term can be extended in special circumstances upon the approval of Standing Committee members, with a two-thirds majority required.
When was the CPPCC Charter amended? The first amendments were adopted at the Fifth Plenary Session of the Fifth CPPCC National Committee on December 11, 1982.
What significant roles has the CPPCC played? The convening of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference on September 21, 1949 turned over a new page in China's system of democratic politics.
What is the nature of the CPPCC? The charter of CPPCC stipulates that the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference is a united front organization with wide ranging representation. It is an important organ of multi-party cooperation and political consultation under the leadership of the CPC.
What are the primary functions of the CPPCC? The primary functions of the CPPCC include conducting political consultation and democratic supervision, and organizing member parties, organizations and people from various ethnic groups to discuss and manage state affairs.
How did the CPPCC get its name? The Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) was jointly founded by the Communist Party of China (CPC), non-Communist political parties, the democrats with no party affiliations, people's organizations and public figures prior to the People's Republic of China.
General Liu: Diaoyu Islands war not yet at hand General Liu Yuan told China.org.cn that the Diaoyu Islands dispute is far from becoming a war, and the army should focus on protecting the best interests of the nation and its people.