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A press conference was held Thursday morning to introduce China's economic performance in August.
Official data released Thursday painted a realistic picture of the world's second largest economy that is slower in expansion but steady in reforms.
China's industrial output slowed in August, while investment and retail sales both saw a slight growth.
China will improve legislation to promote product quality and establish a system that subjects producers and sellers of substandard goods to punitive compensation measures.
The State Council held a policy briefing on Sept 8 in order to elaborate on the progress in streamlining administration and quality certification system.
A press conference was held Thursday morning to introduce the economic and financial cooperation of the five BRICS countries.
BRICS will enhance partnerships and include more friendly nations in BRICS Plus, researchers said at a State Council Information Office briefing on Aug. 28.
The BRICS Summit will be an important way for developing countries to explore a cooperative approach to sustainable growth and prosperity, leading Chinese experts said on Monday.
A press conference was held Monday morning to introduce the opportunities, challenges and prospects for the BRICS group.
The State Council policy briefing on Aug. 25 focused on a guideline made public recently for ensuring the steady growth of foreign investment.