Annual CPPCC session opens Tuesday

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Source: CCTV.com | 03-02-2009 16:13

The CPPCC is a patriotic united front organization. It serves as a key mechanism for multi-party cooperation and political consultation under the leadership of the Communist Party of China.

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Representatives come from the CPC and non-Communist parties, personages without party affiliation, and civic organizations, ethnic minorities and various social groups.

Also represented are compatriots from the Hong Kong and Macao Special Administrative Regions, and Taiwan, and returned overseas Chinese.

Most members are experienced political figures, social celebrities, and experts and scholars in various fields. The CPPCC's main functions are political consultation, democratic supervision, and participation in the discussion and the handling of state affairs.

Political consultation covers major principles and policies proposed by the central and local governments and matters of importance concerning political, economic, cultural and social affairs. Topics such as the economic downturn, unemployment and health care reform are likely to top this year's agenda.

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