Zhao Leji, executive chairman of the presidium of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress, presides over the second meeting of the presidium at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, March 10, 2026.
The annual report on the work of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress, the top legislative body, has outlined plans to formulate and amend several legislative items related to emerging and economic sectors, aiming to enhance the socialist legal system with Chinese characteristics.
The 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body, concluded its annual session on Wednesday morning.
The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC), the top legislature, served and supported reform and development through high-quality legislation in the past year, according to a report.
National lawmakers submitted 226 proposals to the country's annual legislative session as of Sunday noon, the deadline for proposal submission at the ongoing fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC).
China will focus on formulating and amending laws in economic, anti-corruption, and emerging sectors, making every effort to improve the socialist legal system with Chinese characteristics, said a report.
China maintained a tough stance against various crimes in the past year and pledged to continue that momentum into the new year, according to the country's top judiciary officials.
In support of environmental protection, China will advance the formulation of a law on Antarctic activities and environmental protection, according to a report.