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What will China’s ‘two sessions’ 2023 bring?
This year’s “two sessions” – the annual meetings of the legislature and political advisory body – begin on March 4 and will complete a twice-a-decade leadership transition, with a reshuffle of top government jobs including the premier, and Xi Jinping set to secure a third term as president. In a six-part series, the Post looks at what to expect from this key event.
Updated: 05 Mar, 2023
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Xi to focus on stability and self-reliance after ‘two sessions’, analysts say
The expected confirmation of Xi protégé Li Qiang as the country’s new premier could be the most watched moment of the legislative session.
27 Feb, 2023
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Meet the men in line to head Beijing’s oversight of Hong Kong and Macau
Next month’s annual meeting of the National People’s Congress will be closely watched for clues on who will oversee Hong Kong and Macau affairs.
01 Mar, 2023
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‘He has room to do something great’: what to expect from China’s next premier
Li Qiang’s expected elevation to premier would make him the first such Chinese leader in three decades to have no experience in the central government or in west China, but he does have President Xi Jinping’s confidence.
02 Mar, 2023
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All eyes on ‘two sessions’ as China outlines economic priorities for 2023
After the Chinese government abruptly pivoted from its hardline coronavirus rules at the end of last year, attention has shifted to how Beijing plans to restore business confidence and spur recovery amid global uncertainties.
03 Mar, 2023
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Chinese foreign minister’s NPC news conference to shed light on priorities
Observers say Beijing’s ties with its many neighbours will be one area to focus on as Foreign Minister Qin Gang sets out China’s diplomatic priorities at this month’s “two sessions”.
04 Mar, 2023
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The turmoil disrupting China’s diplomatic priorities ahead of ‘two sessions’
Leading diplomats Wang Yi and Qin Gang’s efforts to set the foreign policy stage have been hampered by balloon saga and Ukraine war.
05 Mar, 2023
