Xi Jinping delivered a significant speech at the 75th anniversary celebration of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), emphasizing its political advantages. This event dominated Chinese media coverage throughout the day. Concurrently, Xi held talks with Malaysia's king, strengthening bilateral ties. Economic news focused on the unexpected decision to leave key rates unchanged despite a US Federal Reserve cut. Hong Kong reported its first sedition convictions under the new security law, while concerns about the safety of Japanese nationals in China persisted following a recent attack on a child. The day also saw discussions on Taiwan's policies regarding cross-strait same-sex marriages and the death penalty, as well as updates on China's BeiDou satellite system and military technology exports.