In the Chinese political system, the annually held “Two Sessions” (Lianghui) are considered a major political event during the Spring. The proceedings of the ‘Two Sessions’ are very significant for the world since the Chinese political leadership deliberates on policy issues and crafts the development agenda. These sessions are held by the legislature of China, the National People’s Congress (NPC), and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC). This year’s ‘Two Sessions’ concluded in Beijing on 11 March 2025. The Spring Season holds special significance in Chinese culture as it represents the beginning of rebirth and rejuvenation. This applies to policy process as well. Given their salience, the ‘Two Sessions’ provide a bird’s eye view of China’s policies and development directions for the year 2025. The highlights of the sessions included Government Work Report by Premier Li Qiang presented to the NPC on March 5th and meeting of President Xi Jinping with delegates of both the NPC and CPPCC.
