National People's Congress closes in Beijing (33 images)

The National People's Congress in China congregates this week. China announced an annual economic growth target and a 7.5 percent rise in military spending as the country continues a trade dispute with the United States.

Chinese Premier Li Keqiang answers questions from foreign and domestic press at an annual news conference in the Great Hall of the People. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI

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Chinese President Xi Jinping votes during the closing ceremony. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI

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Xi (L) and Premier Li Keqiang applaud the passing of a law during the closing ceremony. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI

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Chinese delegates vote during the closing ceremony. The legislators voted on a foreign investment law, national and local budgets, as well as work reports and economic and social development plans. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI

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