‘Two sessions’: China’s economic agenda | South China Morning PostAdvertisementAdvertisementNEWSCMP Economy SeriesAhead of China’s annual legislative meetings, the South China Morning Post examines the complex economic recalibration driving China’s growth philosophy and its wide-ranging implications.Updated: 27 Feb, 2026Advertisement[1]Five-month campaign seen prioritising social welfare and long-term sustainability over economic expansion, with debt, fraud and vanity projects in crosshairs.27 Feb, 2026AdvertisementAdvertisementSelect VoiceSelect Speed0.8x0.9x1.0x1.1x1.2x1.5x1.75x00:0000:00