A total of 5,875 proposals made by Chinese political advisors during the annual "two sessions" were passed to the relevant government departments to deal with on Monday.

Chongqing Mayor Huang Qifan says the city's growing transportation system that reaches overseas makes the inland southwest municipality very competitive.

The Chongqing delegation to the National People' Congress suggested the city be the start of the Silk Road economic belt and the hub of a 21st century maritime Silk Road, connecting the Chinese interior with the rest of the world.

Premier Li Keqiang said the main reason for setting China's GDP growth target at around 7.5% this year is to ensure employment. Special

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Premier Li Keqiang pledged on Thursday to be consistent in fighting graft and to maintain zero tolerance toward corrupt officials.

Premier Li Keqiang's experiences decades ago in rural areas have shaped the reform philosophy he pursues today, which places people at the core.

China and the United States should respect each other's core interests and properly manage differences to further improve the bilateral relationship, Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday.

China will "declare war" in the battle against pollution, Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday at the closing of the National People's Congress session.

The curtains of China's annual parliamentary meetings drew to a close, charting a clear course as the world's second largest economy sails towards fresh waters with a reform-determined leadership at the helm.

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Premier Li Keqiang's first Government Work Report was given ringing endorsement by national lawmakers at the closing of the annual legislative session on Thursday, indicating a high degree of consensus has been reached to translate the reform-themed document into action.

A suggestion that the top legislature consider drafting a national anti-terrorism law following this month's fatal attack in Kunming has been made by deputies.

PM 2.5, particulate matter of 2.5 micrometers or less, has become a crucial issue for the public, and society needs to work together to win the tough battle against the issue, Premier Li Keqiang said on Thursday.