China's fundamental political system in mobile phones

The National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) imposed a record fine of 6.09 billion yuan ($994 million) last month on mobile chip maker Qualcomm for abusing its market dominance as it charged discriminatory fees when licensing mobile chip technology.

"Qualcomm's practices ... violated China's anti-monopoly rules," according to an NDRC statement.

Lawmakers also inspected law enforcement of intellectual property rights, work safety, product quality and market order every year, which helped promote the development of mobile industries.

Mobile phones have never been closer to people's political lives, as the government is strengthening communication channels through the mobile Internet.

The NPC also opened an account on popular messaging app WeChat to post information about the annual session.

During the session, highlights of Premier Li Keqiang's government work report were forwarded through mobile Internet, raising widespread discussion among the nation.

Some mobile phone developers and producers are NPC deputies.

The image of Lei Jun, head of mobile phone upstart Xiaomi, taking a selfie with a Xiaomi before the Great Hall of the People was one of the most shared pictures online.

His proposal on developing the IT industry was also widely discussed during the NPC session.

Some deputies have WeChat accounts to draw public opinions, giving the public access to the once mysterious process of political decision making.

Deputies said the entry to and boom of mobile phones has reflected how the 61-year-old system of people's congresses influences the lives of the public.

"The fundamental political system, in line with the principle of 'from the masses, to the masses,' will improve people's lives more in the future," said NPC deputy Liu Qingfeng.

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