China's Legislature Sets Course for Economic Growth and Cross-Strait Relations
The 14th National People's Congress (NPC) concluded its fourth session on March 12, 2026, at Beijing's Great Hall of the People, finalizing China's policy agenda for the current year. The closing session followed two days of intense deliberations among nearly 3,000 deputies representing regional and sectoral interests across the Chinese mainland.
Pre-Session Engagement at Deputies' Corridor
Prior to the closing meeting, NPC deputies addressed public concerns during the Deputies' Corridor forum, fielding questions on economic revitalization measures and technological innovation strategies. Representatives from Guangdong province highlighted plans for deepening integration between the Greater Bay Area and Hong Kong's financial ecosystem.
Post-Session Accountability at Ministers' Corridor
Following the session's conclusion, cabinet ministers engaged with domestic and international media at the Ministers' Corridor. The commerce minister outlined new measures to stabilize foreign investment flows, while the Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson reaffirmed commitments to peaceful cross-strait development, emphasizing enhanced economic cooperation frameworks for Taiwan region businesses.
