Economic issues top concern for many CPPCC members

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Source: CCTV.com | 03-03-2009 08:57

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The National Committee of the CPPCC held a press conference ahead of the start Tuesday in Beijing of its annual session. Economic issues are a top concern for many members.

Economic issues are a top concern for many members.

Zhao Qizheng said the second session of the 11th National Committee of the CPPCC will be held from March 3rd to the 12th.

During the 9-day meeting, the members will present their proposals to their peers and debate the best way forward for the shaping of the nation.

So far, the session has received 265 proposals.

Zhao Qizheng, spokesman of 2nd Session, iith CPPCC, said, "The proposals cover a wide range of topics. But some have drawn much concern: firstly, how should we spend the 4 trillion yuan stimulus money most effectively; secondly, how can we increase people's purchasing capacity to expand domestic demand; and thirdly, how can we boost foreign trade. The proposals also concentrate on issues like employment, and the balanced development of rural and urban areas."

Zhao Qizheng also revealed the agenda of the session. The members will hear and discuss a work report by Jia Qinglin, Chairman of the CPPCC National Committee.

They will also review a government work report as well as reports from the Supreme People's Court and the Supreme People's Procuratorate.

Group discussions will be held to facilitate the political consultation, democratic supervision and participation in the handling of state affairs.

This year marks the 60th anniversary of the CPPCC, and Zhao Qizheng called on members to continue to play an important role in political life and work harder for the country's prosperity.

Editor:Zhang Ning