CNN 10 - March 11th

Introduction

Event: Week-long National People's Congress
Location: Beijing, China
Significance: Largest political meeting in China
Governance:
- China is a socialist state
- Unified system led by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)
- National People's Congress is the legislative branch
- No debate or changes to the agenda, policies adopted by CCP

Economy
- Focus on economic growth plans for 2025
- Boost consumer spending
- Address slowing economy
Technology
- Transformation into a technological powerhouse
- Increase investment in technological innovations
US-China Relations
- Economic tensions with the US
- Trade war with increased tariffs by both countries

Context: Increased attention due to interest from US President Donald Trump
Key Issues:
- Greenland is a territory of Denmark but has semi-autonomous governance
- US interest due to strategic Arctic location
- Greenland's identity and independence
Election Dynamics:
- Greenlanders seeking recognition and independence
- Different political parties have varying timelines for independence
Denmark's Response:
- Increase in Arctic security spending
- Neglect of Greenland's defense acknowledged