New normal to improve living standards

China's central bank cut the benchmark deposit and loan interest rates by 25 basis points from Sunday, which has been widely interpreted as an effort to prop up economic growth, which has been slowing.

Catching 14 military 'tigers'

Moments after questions on whether China's ongoing countercorruption campaign would snatch "bigger tigers" were aired by China's state broadcaster, the Chinese military authority released Monday a list of 14 generals that had been investigated or convicted recently.

Annual political sessions to unleash growth momentum for global economy

China's upcoming two annual political sessions will once again focus on economic policies, which is widely expected to inject new vigor and vitality into the economic giant and unleash growth momentum for the the global economy.

Video sounds environmental alarm bell

A better and improved environment, fresh air and clean water are essential for people's well-being and sustainable growth in the future.

Fiscal revenue should be tied to reductions in GDP growth targets

According to press reports, 26 provinces in China had lowered their 2015 GDP growth targets as of January 28. Rapid growth in local governments' fiscal revenues indicates that private entities may be overtaxed.

Air pollution a result of distorted economic structure

At least three factors have led to the high-polluting economic structure.

Pension reform should avoid invisible inequality

The unified pension reform should avoid creating another double-track system.

China further restricts the use of death penalty

The restrictive use and gradual abolition of death penalty is one of the goals that China's human rights work should strive to achieve.

Hunting fugitives abroad needs int'l cooperation

Corruption is a universal phenomenon combated by the laws of all countries. This forms the grounds for international cooperation to battle corruption.

Bringing human rights into the mainstream in China

A recent meeting highlighted the importance of human rights planning at every level of government organizations, which is an important step.

Zhou Mingwei: cultural differences cause misunderstanding

Political advisor Zhou Mingwei told China.org.cn that cultural differences between China and foreign countries may cause misunderstandings in the international community, but China has to find a way to better explain itself.

Jackie Chan upset by media presence at CPPCC panel

Hong Kong kung fu star Jackie Chan was upset about the media's presence at the annual session of China's top advisory body in Beijing on Wednesday.

Xi Jinping

• Li Keqiang
• Zhang Dejiang
• Yu Zhengsheng
• Liu Yunshan
• Wang Qishan
• Zhang Gaoli

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What are your top concerns at the two sessions?

The Annual Government Work Report is delivered by the incumbent government leader at the annual sessions of the NPC and CPPCC. (More)