Li Qiang

China rolls out 18-point plan to boost rural spending amid growth slump

China's Premier Li Qiang called on officials to ramp up economic support after July data revealed broad-based weakness across the economy, with growth likely slipping further below Beijing's annual target. Speaking at a State Council meeting on Monday, Li warned…

China’s premier vows new policies after July data misses forecasts

Chinese Premier Li Qiang convened a State Council plenary meeting on Monday, acknowledging that "insufficient domestic demand remains prominent" and pledging to roll out "practical and effective new policies in a timely manner" after July economic data came in well…

China’s Li Qiang calls for stronger policy response ahead of GDP data

Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Monday called for "a comprehensive and objective understanding of the current economic situation" and urged stronger counter-cyclical policy adjustments to bolster growth, according to Reuters. The remarks come two days before the National Bureau of…