Chinese Premier Li Qiang chaired a high-level symposium on January 19, 2026, to finalize key proposals for China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) and the annual government work report. The meeting brought together experts from academia, business leaders, and representatives from education, science, culture, and public health sectors to shape China's development roadmap.
Premier Li emphasized the need to 'implement proactive fiscal policies and prudent monetary measures' to stabilize economic growth amid global uncertainties. The draft plan prioritizes innovation-driven strategies, domestic demand expansion, and deeper reform and opening-up policies to strengthen economic resilience.
Notable proposals include integrating social welfare improvements with consumer market revitalization, balancing infrastructure investments with human capital development, and creating new growth engines through technological advancement. The draft documents are now undergoing nationwide consultations with local governments and ministries before final approval.
