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Political reform to be carried out actively, prudently

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2009-03-05 09:28

BEIJING -- The development of democracy and the legal system should be strengthened in China, according to a government report.

"We will carry out political restructuring in an active yet prudent manner and develop socialist democratic politics," according to the government report delivered by Premier Wen Jiabao to the annual session of the Chinese legislature Thursday.

"We need to improve democratic institutions, enrich the forms of democracy, expand its channels, and carry out democratic elections, decision-making, administration and oversight in accordance with the law, " the report said.

An editorial of the People's Daily has called on China's top political advisory body to made due contributions to help the country weather through difficulties.
 
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