The morning opened with state media's synchronized coverage of the "Zuchongzhi-3" quantum computer breakthrough, continuing the previous days' computing sovereignty narrative. The National People's Congress press conference launched coordinated messaging about "whole-process democracy" and green development.
By mid-morning, Trump's new tariffs against China took effect, with Beijing announcing 10-15% retaliatory tariffs on US agricultural products. This development connected to previous days' economic security themes. State media maintained focus on the Two Sessions opening, with Xi Jinping's attendance at the CPPCC receiving extensive coverage.
The afternoon revealed a proposal for twin ¥10 trillion stabilization funds for stock and real estate markets. Coverage concluded with CK Hutchison's forced divestment of Panama Canal operations under US pressure, connecting to previous days' overseas investment narrative.