National People's Congress

German investors hope for consumption revival

The growth target set by the National People's Congress can only be achieved if consumption increases. This is good news for German companies – which understand them as a signal for more investment.

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China's military will grow faster than the economy

The National People's Congress opening day in Beijing is the day of numbers. Alongside the plans for economic growth, the military budget is also presented. The latter arouses fears and concerns – especially in the region.

By Michael Radunski

The People's Congress becomes a bit North Korean

China's Premier will not hold a press conference after the National People's Congress. This shows the current state of affairs in China: Intransparency is increasing, whilst the willingness to answer questions is decreasing.

By Michael Radunski

The National People's Congress could disappoint the markets

The upcoming National People's Congress will probably offer many small incentives for the economy instead of stimulus fireworks. Signs point to particular support for AI development.

By Christiane Kuehl

Central Committee expels nine top military officers

China's state leadership expelled nine high-ranking members of the armed forces from parliament. This is part of a comprehensive restructuring of the military leadership.

By Felix Lee

New Premier gives companies hope

At his first press conference as the new Premier, Li Qiang lived up to his reputation as a pragmatist with a strong business focus. He strikes a conciliatory note towards the United States. But he does not want to hear anything about mistakes made during the Covid pandemic.

By Jörn Petring

Financial watchdogs face pay cut

By Redaktion Table

Sanctioned tech CEOs as delegates

By Redaktion Table

Dangerous parallels to 1989

Sinologist Marina Rudyak and Merics researcher Sophie Reiß analyze the latest speeches of the National People's Congress.

By Michael Radunski

CP chief in Hubei steps down

By Amelie Richter