China's parliament rolls out economic, political blue-print; here's what you need to know - Reuters

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China's new Five-Year Plan emphasizes technological self-reliance, military modernization, financial stability, food security, and carbon reduction, aiming to strengthen its position amid strategic rivalry with the U.S.

China's National People's Congress has unveiled its Five-Year Plan outlining goals for growth, budgets, industrial policy, and defense, signaling Xi Jinping's determination to propel the world's second-largest economy toward technological dominance.

China is set to unveil a sweeping economic agenda for the next five years during a meeting of the National People’s Congress, with expectations to set a growth target of 4.5 to 5 percent for 2026.

China's annual parliament meeting opens with Beijing expected to unveil ambitions to upgrade its industrial base, close the technology gap with the U.S., and renew its pledge to shore up consumer demand.