China's legislative sessions start with stimulus in the spotlight

Short-term measures expected to address property slump, other problems

Chinese leaders attend the opening session of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 4. © Reuters

CK TAN, Nikkei staff writer

March 4, 2024 10:45 JST

Updated on March 4, 2024 17:38 JST

BEIJING -- China's annual legislative season kicked off Monday, with expectations running high for top officials to serve up additional measures to buttress an uneven post-pandemic economic recovery.