China’s Two Sessions to reveal Xi’s economic and defence plans as military purge casts shadow | China

Thousands of delegates will attend the Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) annual Two Sessions, a significant event in China's political calendar. The gatherings, which include the National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), will see the release of the government's annual work report outlining goals for the year ahead, including the GDP growth target expected to drop below 5%. This year's session is particularly important as it marks the official launch of the 15th five-year plan, which outlines Beijing's priorities for 2026-2030. The sessions will also reveal economic indicators and political intrigue, including recent military purges that highlight the CCP's focus on technological self-reliance and its potential impact on geopolitical stability.