China's top political advisory body to open annual session Friday

The National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), the country's top political advisory body, will open its annual session Friday in Beijing.

Press conference
Top political advisory body holds press conference ahead of annual session

National lawmakers gather in Beijing for annual assembly

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Political advisors gather in Beijing for annual meetings

Education, environment, economy, elderly care top public's concerns

Bills and proposals coming out of the NPC and the CPPCC usually have a direct impact on the lives of the Chinese people. So what exactly are the public's expectations ahead of this year's two sessions?

Deputies' arrival
National lawmakers gather in Beijing for annual assembly
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