The standing committee of China's National People's Congress has convened in Beijing. Following Monday's opening session, legislators have divided into groups to discuss a series of bills, including on the movie industry, environmental protection taxes and traditional Chinese medicine.

Zhang Dejiang, chairman of the Standing Committee of China's National People's Congress (NPC), presides over the 1st plenary meeting of the 22nd session of the 12th NPC Standing Committee in Beijing, capital of China, Aug. 29, 2016. (Xinhua/Wang Ye)

Another important bill under discussion is the National Defense Traffic Law, which promotes civilian support for the military.

The law committee of the NPC standing committee has suggested more support to facilitate overseas military operations.

China’s overseas missions, and Chinese enterprises in the international transportation industry, should provide assistance to ships, airplanes and vehicles operating military missions. The missions include international relief, maritime escort, and operations protecting China’s overseas interests. The Chinese government should make it easier to enter and leave the country for personnel, equipment and goods, used to assist overseas military operations," Su Zeling, deputy director of Law Committee of NPC Standing Committee, said.