China Shuts Down a News Conference, Shutting a Tiny Window for Its People

China Shuts Down a News Conference, Shutting a Tiny Window for Its People

Once a year, the premier held a news conference, explaining the economy and giving Chinese a taste of political participation. That has come to an end.
China Sets Economic Growth Target of About 5%

China Sets Economic Growth Target of About 5%

Premier Li Qiang targets economic growth of about 5 percent this year as China signals readiness to borrow more for spending programs.