The National People's Congress has been held annually in March for the past 35 years. - Xinhua
BEIJING (AFP): China may postpone its annual parliament session, state media said Monday (Feb 17), as the country battles to control the outbreak of the new coronavirus.
China's ruling council will "deliberate a draft decision" over postponing the 10-day National People's Congress (NPC), said official news agency Xinhua, ahead of the meeting due to start on March 5.
Subscribe to The Star Yearly Premium Plan for 30% off
Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Full access to Web and App.
Monthly Plan
RM 13.90/month
RM 9.73/month
Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.
Annual Plan
RM 12.39/month
RM 8.63/month
Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.