China's Li cites 'stability' 33 times in congress work report

Premier's speech reveals priority given to boosting economy slammed by COVID-19

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Chinese President Xi Jinping, center, at the opening ceremony of the National People's Congress in Beijing on March 5. Premier Li Keqiang, seated to the right of Xi, read the government work report as is customary every year. (Photo by Yusuke Hinata)

SHIN WATANABE, Nikkei staff writer

BEIJING -- Chinese Premier Li Keqiang mentioned "stability" 33 times in his government work report on Sunday, underscoring Beijing's resolve to stabilize an economy battered by the coronavirus.

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