2026-03-06
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The head of China's top economic regulators says the country's GDP is expected to grow by over 6 trillion yuan or nearly 870 billion US dollars this year.
National Development and Reform Commission head Zheng Shanjie made the remarks on the sidelines of the false session of the 14th National People's Congress.
He said such an economic expansion will provide support for employment,
people's well-being and risk prevention.
China has said to its economic growth target at 4.5 to 5% for the year.
Zhen said the country has the foundation to support its development.
At this time, we have set a range target.
It is set by the CPC Central Committee and the State Council based on systemic assessment,
scientific validation and a balanced consideration, and also with products.