Get to know the NPC and CPPCC

Opinion

China's two big meetings

This month's annual sessions of the NPC and CPPCC have emphasised solid, steady reforms rather than spectacular changes.

Guard against double-dealers while disclosing power

Disclosure of government power will affect vested interests. Double dealers may emerge unless corresponding rules are established and implemented.

China's reform 2014: What to watch for

It may be difficult for China to maintain its growth in 2014, but there will also be a lot to watch for in the country's economic reform.

China accelerates economic development model transformation

As long as every round of reform further liberates China's workers and stimulates their enthusiasm, the country can achieve immense economic growth and social development.

The Chinese dream amid global realities

China's leaders are taking a hard look at the country's future challenges at the Two Sessions. Is the Chinese dream still achievable?

Government work under microscope

Beijing Review reporters spoke to NPC deputies and members of the 12th National Committee of the CPPCC to hear their viewpoints on topics covered in the report.

China should launch an anti-corruption system

An institution should replace sporadic campaigns to sustain China's anti-corruption cause.

Land circulation can stimulate China's rural reform

The rural land circulation policy can help optimize land use and increase China's food security.

Private money fund Yu'ebao shakes China

The success of Yu'ebao has challenged China's traditional financial institutions. Conventional banks are being forced to fight back.

Determination for deeper changes

Premier Li's work report shows the government will resolutely press ahead to overcome the obstacles to much-needed reforms.

60-year-old congress' vitality recipe

Six decades after China's first National People's Congress (NPC) was convened, the world's largest legislature is more comfortable with critical lawmakers, negative ballots and shelved bills.

Tax reforms under the principles of transparency, efficiency and equity

Tax reforms affect the interests of each citizen and every enterprise, and are inextricable from economic development and social stability.

China's war on corruption

Through democratic trade unions, China's workers should be drawn into the battle against corruption to act as conscious agents of supervision.

The role of the two sessions in China's democracy

The annual NPC and CPPCC sessions play a pivotal role in China's own modernization and democracy.

Fighting against extravagance

Chinese authorities remain determined in their fight against extravagance.
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