Unlike many Western legislators who are professional politicians, the great majority of China's NPC deputies and national political advisers come from all walks of life. Their primary task is to review and vote on the work of the central government, the top procuratorate, the top court, and other relevant bodies. They also give suggestions and opinions on matters they deem necessary in the country's political, social, and economic sectors.

　　During the past two sessions, I've interviewed villagers, farmers, doctors, teachers, technicians, entrepreneurs, and deputies from many other careers. Although their opinions may not be comprehensive or mature if judged from a national or professional perspective, China's democratic system guarantees them the right to speak, and their voices are heard by the top leadership and decision-makers.

　　Second, confidence. Since late January, the most talked-about topics among Chinese people have been the homegrown AI technology DeepSeek and the box-office sensationNe Zha 2.

　　The rise of AI pioneers like DeepSeek, which is believed to have outpaced global competitors in some ways, exemplifies the nation's technological leap and potential.Ne Zha 2, the Chinese animated movie, has earned a box office revenue of more than 14 billion yuan ($1.92 billion) worldwide, making it one of the top 10 films at the global box office. Both have significantly boosted the morale of the Chinese public.

　　A high-level symposium on private enterprises, attended by President Xi Jinping on Feb 17, also underscored the Chinese authorities' latest endeavor to bolster confidence and boost the development of the private sector, which is key to the country's high-quality development.