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.

China's military band plays. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI

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Chinese national hero and former NBA star Yao Ming arrives for the closing session. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI

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Chinese ethnic minority delegates arrive. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI

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Chinese ethnic minority delegates arrive. Photo by Stephen Shaver/UPI

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