The Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) National Committee will hold its annual session from March 4 to 10 in Beijing, according to a spokesperson. The session will commence at 3 pm on Monday and conclude on the morning of March 10, marking a six-day event. The opening and closing meetings of the session will be observed by foreign diplomatic envoys to China. All preparations for the session have been completed, and various activities have been arranged.
In 2023, the CPPCC National Committee made a good start to its term, focusing on providing suggestions for Chinese modernization. A total of 94 consultation activities were held throughout the year, covering various topics, including the creation of a new development pattern. The CPPCC aims to ensure that the voice and will of the people are integrated into its work of political consultation, democratic oversight, and participation in and deliberation of state affairs. The body has been committed to improving its ability in these areas, as it marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China and the establishment of the CPPCC.
Economic issues have been a priority for national political advisors in performing their political consultation duties. The CPPCC National Committee has engaged in consultations and provided advice on various macroeconomic and other important economic issues, with a particular focus on high-quality development. Addressing concerns surrounding employment, political advisors and participating units have conducted thorough investigations and studies on promoting high-quality employment. Proposals have been put forward to facilitate full employment for college graduates and broaden their job-seeking and business-starting channels.
Over the past year, political advisors have also offered solutions to help deepen the integration and coordinated development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, a significant national strategy. This includes accelerating the establishment of a unified market in the area, advancing digitalization in industries, and establishing cross-regional talent-sharing mechanisms.
Looking ahead, the CPPCC National Committee will continue to focus on the targets and tasks of Chinese modernization, providing advice on major policies of the CPC Central Committee, significant strategic needs of the country, and major practical development issues. The spokesperson expressed confidence in China’s economy, highlighting its strong resilience, potential, and vitality. With a solid foundation and favorable conditions for high-quality development, the long-term positive trend of the Chinese economy is expected to be reinforced and strengthened.
Regarding foreign affairs, the CPPCC National Committee considers building a community with a shared future for humanity as an important task. Over the past year, the top political advisory body has engaged in exchanges and interactions with over 200 institutions from 50 countries, established connections with 41 foreign think tanks and 12 non-governmental organizations, and formed a China-Africa friendship group under the 14th CPPCC National Committee.
In 2024, the top political advisory body will conduct extensive and in-depth foreign exchanges to contribute to the building of a community with a shared future for humanity, the spokesperson said