China’s Two Sessions to project stability with expected GDP trim, cautious diplomacy

China's President Xi Jinping (centre) at the opening ceremony of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference in Beijing, on March 4, 2025. - AFP

BEIJING: When China’s annual political gathering kicks off on Wednesday (March 4), few expect headline-grabbing policy surprises.

Instead, China watchers and investors are expecting Beijing to project steadiness, with a possible modest trim to the growth target, targeted fiscal support and a controlled diplomatic tone ahead of US President Donald Trump’s visit later in the month.