The annual Two Sessions in Beijing – a critical platform for China's policy shaping – drew unprecedented global attention this March as international observers analyzed signals for the nation's economic and technological trajectory. With over 2,800 delegates at China's top legislative and advisory meetings, foreign media focused intently on how the world's second-largest economy plans to navigate complex challenges while advancing innovation.
Economic Resilience in Focus
As China set its 2025 growth targets, outlets like Egypt's Al-Akhbar highlighted Beijing's 'targeted planning and strong leadership' in transforming the economy despite global headwinds. Tanzania's The Guardian emphasized that China's economic decisions 'directly impact the global landscape,' particularly for trade-dependent nations.
Tech Ambitions Take Center Stage
From AI breakthroughs to 6G roadmaps, China's tech push dominated analysis. Singapore's Straits Times noted first-time mentions of 'embodied AI' in policy documents, while Reuters reported expanded focus on robotics and quantum computing. The BBC linked China's innovation drive to reducing Western tech dependencies, with CNN detailing plans to upgrade manufacturing through high-end chips and autonomous systems.
Global analysts particularly noted China's commitment to 'new quality productive forces' – a term tied to sustainable tech development. As Modern Diplomacy observed, the meetings underscored Beijing's dual focus on digital transformation and green energy transitions, signaling long-term strategic continuity.
