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Delegates applauding at the Great Hall of the People as China's NPC approves the 15th Five-Year Plan during Two Sessions closing, Xi Jinping on stage.

China's Two Sessions close with 15th Five-Year Plan approval and new laws

11. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI Billede genereret af AI

Concluding the fourth sessions of China's 14th National People's Congress (NPC) and Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC)—which opened earlier in March to deliberate key priorities—the NPC closed on March 12, 2026, in Beijing. Lawmakers approved the government work report, the outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), and several laws, with Xi Jinping and other leaders in attendance.

Trump pushes Congress to pass SAVE America Act at 'Trump speed'

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said President Donald Trump is urging lawmakers from both parties to act quickly on the SAVE America Act. In a press briefing on Wednesday, Leavitt responded to questions about Republican leadership's efforts by emphasizing the need for 'Trump speed.' The bill, which passed the House last month, faces hurdles in the Senate.

Rajya Sabha passes transgender rights amendment bill

25. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Rajya Sabha passed the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill 2026 by voice vote on March 26 amid opposition calls for wider debate. The Lok Sabha had cleared it on Tuesday. Social Justice Minister Virendra Kumar described it as a symbol of justice for long-marginalised sections.

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Senator Dickson: Nigerians free to change parties

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Senators introduce bipartisan PREDICT Act for wastewater surveillance

16. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Senators Tim Scott and Cory Booker have introduced bipartisan legislation to expand the nation's wastewater surveillance network. The PREDICT Act aims to detect infectious disease outbreaks earlier through sewage monitoring. It would enhance CDC grants and create a national dashboard for public health officials.

NPC motions prioritize emerging industries

During the ongoing fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress, most motions from lawmakers focus on the 15th Five-Year Plan, emphasizing emerging industries. The secretariat reported receiving 226 motions by Sunday noon, with 223 related to legislation. Deputies are prioritizing laws on artificial intelligence, the digital economy, and other emerging sectors.

Chamber reserves emptied week to vote on combating violence against women

11. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

The president of the Chamber of Deputies, Hugo Motta (Republicanos-PB), reserved a week with remote voting to analyze bills combating violence against women, following a record of feminicides in the last ten years. The agenda was indicated by the women's bloc in homage to International Women's Day, which occurred on March 8. While some bills have already been approved, congresswomen criticize the emptied format, which reduces in-person debates.

onsdag d. 25. marts 2026, 08.37