China's annual "Two Sessions," comprising the National People's Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), are currently underway in Beijing. These meetings are seen as an indicator of China's commitment to maintaining a stable and predictable trajectory in its policies while pursuing common development with the rest of the world.
China's emphasis on stability and continuity is gaining increasing recognition globally. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has described China as a "reliable and predictable partner". Similarly, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, several European leaders expressed interest in attracting Chinese investment, highlighting China's importance as an economic partner.
The "Two Sessions" serve as a platform to discuss key policy measures, including expanding high-level opening-up, stimulating domestic demand, strengthening the domestic market, advancing scientific and technological innovation, and deepening reforms. These priorities reflect China's commitment to maintaining stable economic growth while adapting to global challenges.
International experts have emphasized the importance of the continuity of China's economic policies in an uncertain global environment. Fabrice Agbré, an expert in operations management and logistics in Côte d'Ivoire, noted that this continuity helps to strengthen the predictability of the global system, thereby supporting growth, supply chain security, and international cooperation.
China views development as essential to resolving global issues. It is committed to collaborating with other nations to foster shared growth. The year 2026 marks the beginning of China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), a period where the country intends to focus on technological innovation, industrial upgrading, energy security and high-quality development.
China-Africa relations are also a central focus, with 2026 designated as the "China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges". This initiative aims to strengthen cultural ties and exchanges, thereby consolidating friendship and cooperation between China and Africa.
Overall, the 2026 "Two Sessions" send a clear message: China seeks to maintain economic and political stability while continuing its opening-up and cooperation with the world. China is targeting a GDP growth rate of 4.5 to 5 percent for 2026, signaling its ambition for high-quality development.
