China has set its economic growth target for the current year at the lowest seen since 1991, allowing room for structural adjustments amid heightened global uncertainty and geopolitical risks.
In the opening session of the National People's Congress on Thursday, Premier Li Qiang said the economy is expected to grow 4.5-5 percent in 2026.
The government had targeted "around 5 percent" growth since 2023. Beijing achieved its 5 percent growth target in 2025.
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by Renju Jaya
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