China's National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee convened a pivotal meeting on December 24, 2025, chaired by Zhao Leji, to review legislative progress and outline priorities for the coming year. Senior lawmakers deliberated draft revisions to multiple laws and assessed deputy qualifications, signaling intensified efforts to refine governance frameworks ahead of 2026.
The session endorsed key legislative and oversight tasks for next year, including updates to economic regulations and cross-departmental coordination mechanisms. A 2025 report highlighted strengthened engagement with NPC deputies, underscoring efforts to enhance policy responsiveness amid evolving socioeconomic challenges.
Revised documents approved during the meeting will now advance to the full NPC Standing Committee for final deliberation, with implementation timelines aligned to support China's 14th Five-Year Plan objectives through 2026.
