Premier Li's press conference mirrors China's confidence: Global Times editorial
China can take its situation under control and prevent specific details from harming its national interests. In fact, this year's two sessions were a comprehensive show of such ability.
How should Chinese govts tighten its belt for a tough fiscal year?
China's newly released Government Work Report has made clear that governments at all levels must tighten their belts to lead a prudent fiscal year amid economic pressure caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Despite discords with China, UK won't totally tilt toward US
For Britain in the post-Brexit era, it needs to proactively win China's support. The UK must maintain a delicate diplomatic balance with different major countries otherwise it will be dragged into a dilemma. The UK, unlike Australia, may not completely tilt toward the US.
UK should worry about its COVID-19 situation instead of HK affairs
The UK is deeply trapped in the COVID-19 epidemic. It may be wiser for the UK to first think about controlling the epidemic and returning to the normal life as soon as possible.
US talk of Hong Kong a nothingburger: Global Times editorial
Fighting the national security law for Hong Kong is not a universal value and cannot withstand serious scrutiny. Isn't national security the top priority for each and every country?
West legally wrong to object to HK security law
The HKSAR is a legal and sovereign component of China, with its Basic Law constitution (and specified autonomies) that are willed by the NPC, which issues such formal powers as China's central legislative body. Hong Kong has designated autonomy, but it is not something "independent" of China. It is legally and constitutionally part of China.
'Wolf warrior' diplomacy a US trait: Global Times editorial
In terms of “wolf warrior”, the US has peaked in its diplomacy. Just look at how many countries are being sanctioned by the US, in how many places is the US stationing its troops and how many countries' internal affairs are being interfered with by the US?
A pragmatic work plan for China and beyond
China no longer needs to remain fixated on chasing short-term quantitative targets at all costs. Lo and behold, within half a decade, such a "new normal" growth has, among others, prompted China to engage in more research and development. It now leads the world in 5G information technology, electronic commerce and artificial intelligence, which are all essential elements in the explosive growth of the not so distant future.
National security law a 'death knell' for US intervention in HK: Global Times editorial
Will a national security law that is to be implemented in Hong Kong undermine the “one country, two systems” principle? Before answering this question, we'd like to ask: Which country does not have national security laws? Which country would allow its administrative regions to become a void of national security where some internal forces collude with foreign forces and jeopardize national security?
US sanction card over HK won't intimidate China: Global Times editorial
Hong Kong belongs to China, not the US. The latter has only two choices when it comes to the city: be a friendly cooperator, or stay away. China will never offer the US a third option.
6.6% defense budget increase to secure China's interests; spending more efficient than US
The US is also increasing its defense budget, but it has not helped the country rein in the COVID-19 epidemic. War, instead of protecting the safety of American people, is the main goal of the US military. While in China, the Chinese military aims at protecting Chinese people and safeguarding their lives.
China will not forget goal without GDP target: Global Times editorial
The Chinese economy is facing difficulties. Yet the Chinese people's trust in their government has reached a new peak.
National security legislation offers overdue remedy for HK: Global Times editorial
Chinese mainlanders support Hong Kong in maintaining its political system and unique social style. It is unnecessary for Hong Kong to exercise what the Chinese mainland possesses. It is foreseeable that HKSAR national security legislation would serve the city's best interests and provide a better future for the “Pearl of the Orient.”
Two sessions amid COVID-19 to boost public confidence
China has sailed through the stormy waters, dodged the rocks without a hitch, and gotten ready to prepare for its normal political life. Meanwhile, some countries are still reeling under the storm clouds of the pandemic due to political parties vying for power - some of which are even in danger of sinking because of their political mistakes.
Two sessions opportunity for China to gather national strength
The two sessions embody people's democracy, and it will turn political ideas into law. The opening of the upcoming two sessions and the CPC's leadership during the COVID-19 fight are inseparable, and so are China's institutional advantages in the political field and in the rule of law. This comprehensively demonstrates the advantage of the Chinese system.
CPI up 3.3% in April as COVID-19 impact ebbs: experts
China's consumer price index (CPI), a main gauge of inflation, and its producer price index (PPI), which measures the cost of goods at the factory gate, continued to decelerate in April.
China's achievement of COVID-19 fight obvious: Global Times editorial
Compared to most countries, China has managed to contain the epidemic earlier. This provides special room for China. China should take advantage of this room to solve problems and improve. Meanwhile, it should counter US attacks on China and strive for the best result, for its own interests, and for the interests of the entire world.
China turns a page with two sessions to convene in May: Global Times editorial
The two sessions will finally convene in Beijing after being postponed by more than two months. It means thousands of deputies and representatives from all over the country will gather in the capital city to attend the country's largest legislative and political consultative conferences since the outbreak of the epidemic. This is the best signal that China has brought the epidemic under control and demonstrates the capabilities and confidence of the country with a population of 1.4 billion.
What do two sessions mean for domestic, global economies?
China has set the date for this year's "two sessions" - the annual meetings of its top legislative body and top consultative body - in late May.
China's upcoming NPC session likely to be held via video conference: observer
An announcement on the National People's Congress (NPC) WeChat account on Wednesday said that the 16th session of the Standing Committee of the 13th NPC, China's top legislature, was held in a way for the first time in history in which deputies in Beijing held a video conference with non-Beijing deputies. Observers said the upcoming 17th session may be held in a similar way and China's current technology can assure a smooth process and the security of such conferences.
'Two sessions' likely in late April or early May: observers
The "two sessions," annual meetings of China's top legislative body and its top consultative body, are likely to be held in late April or early May, Chinese analysts said Wednesday, since by then the domestic epidemic situation is expected to be under control and business operations should have resumed.