Beijing’s annual political meetings outline China’s economic targets, legislative agenda and national priorities for the year 2026.
The action came amid escalated regional hostilities and reported missile strikes following the death of Iran’s supreme leader.
Oil prices climb sharply after US and Israeli strikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory actions raise concerns over supply flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
The States Assembly approved the law allowing terminally ill adults to access medically assisted dying, with implementation expected following formal ratification by the Privy Council.