China highlights construction of 109 major projects for 2026-2030

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China highlights construction of 109 major projects for 2026-2030

2026-03-05 11:23 Last Updated At：16:07

China attaches critical importance to the construction of 109 major projects in six areas by giving full play to their vital role in sustaining growth momentum, according to a government work report submitted Thursday to the country's top legislature for deliberation.

Premier Li Qiang delivered the report on behalf of the State Council at the opening meeting of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) in Beijing.

"For major projects, a total of 109 major projects in six areas proposed in the draft outline [of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) for economic and social development] were based on a full consideration of their strategic value, guiding role, and continuity. These major projects are of critical importance to China's current and long-term development. We will better leverage government investment to encourage the participation of nongovernmental actors and give full play to the vital role of these projects in reinforcing foundations, shoring up weak links, and sustaining growth momentum," Li noted.

The premier urged for concerted efforts to achieve the goals drafted in the blueprint for the 2026-2030 period.

"Looking ahead, we are fully confident about the future. Under the strong leadership of the Party Central Committee with Comrade Xi Jinping at its core, with the concerted efforts of all of us across the country, we will surely turn the inspiring blueprint of the 15th Five-Year Plan into a living reality," he said.

Spokesman confirms commissioning of 'five essentials' for carriers

China's commissioning of "five essentials for aircraft carriers" marks a a significant achievement of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy’s accelerated transformation and development, said Jiang Bin, spokesman for the Ministry of National Defense, at a press conference in Beijing on Saturday.

The "five essentials" refer to stealth carrier-based fighters, multirole catapult-assisted carrier-based fighters, fixed-wing carrier-based early warning aircraft, fixed-wing electronic warfare aircraft, and anti-submarine helicopters.

"The package, or what media have dubbed the 'five essentials for aircraft carriers,' is a vital link in forming the systematic combat capability of aircraft carrier formations and a significant achievement in the PLA Navy’s accelerated transformation and development. Building a strong PLA Navy embodies the Chinese nation's long-cherished aspiration of striving to be a strong naval power and serves as an important guarantee for realizing national rejuvenation. In the new era, under the firm leadership of the CPC Central Committee, the Central Military Commission and President Xi, the modernization of the PLA Navy has become increasingly solid and powerful. From the air to the sea, from coastal waters to the open ocean, the types and functions of various weapons platforms have been continuously improved, achieving leapfrog development and innovative breakthroughs, providing stronger guarantees for safeguarding national sovereignty, security and development interests," he said.