Stephen McDonell of the BBC explains what to expect from China’s annual National People’s Congress (NPC), which commenced on Wednesday.

This week-long gathering is attended by approximately 3,000 delegates representing provinces, autonomous regions, municipalities, and the armed forces. These delegates primarily endorse decisions that have already been finalized in private by party leaders.

Nevertheless, the meeting emphasizes the priorities of the Chinese Communist Party for the upcoming year.

China’s economic deceleration, investments in high-end technology, and the repercussions of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs are anticipated to be prominent topics on the agenda.