Liu Qin, left, an NPC deputy from Anhui province, seeks public opinions on motions she plans to raise, in Huainan, Anhui province, on Feb 27, 2014. [Photo/IC]

Most expected topics

China Daily sought the views of readers through a poll on its website and through its mobile phone app on issues they consider most important on February 6. By 12 pm March 2, more than 2,200 readers had responded to the survey, with 60 percent taking part in the study from outside China.

Top 10 issues of most concern

1. Air pollution

2. Anti-corruption

3. Income distribution

4. Cost of living

5. Education reform

6. Medical reform

7. Housing

8. Rule of law

9. Employment

10. Social security

Legislation Law amendment

This year's two sessions will see lawmakers discuss a draft amendment to the country's Legislation Law. If passed, the law will allow local legislative bodies to make laws, as opposed to only regulations implementing laws. The change would enlarge legislative powers at the local level.