On Wednesday, December 24, 2025, the Council of Chairpersons of the National People's Congress Standing Committee convened to review a series of legislative reports and set priorities for the coming year.
Presided over by Zhao Leji, chairman of the NPC Standing Committee, the meeting gathered senior lawmakers to hear updates on the deliberation of key bills, discuss suggestions for draft law revisions and examine a report on deputy qualifications and personnel-related legislation.
The Council decided to forward revised documents to the ongoing NPC Standing Committee session for in-depth deliberation. This step marks a crucial phase in refining the legislative agenda before broader debates.
In addition, participants adopted in principle the key tasks and work plan for 2026, outlining four major areas: shaping new laws, strengthening oversight, enhancing deputy engagement and expanding external affairs. They also reviewed a report on the Committee's efforts to maintain contacts with NPC deputies throughout 2025.
These developments offer a window into how the Chinese mainland legislature is preparing to tackle next year's challenges, from legal frameworks to oversight mechanisms. Observers around the world will be watching how these plans influence policy trends, international relations and market regulation.
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