The Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress (NPC) convened its third plenary meeting on October 26, 2025, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Chaired by Zhao Leji, the NPC Standing Committee Chairman, the session focused on deliberating several critical reports that underscore China’s legislative and financial priorities. Among the key discussions was a report on the implementation of the Food Security Law, which highlighted both achievements and challenges in enforcing the legislation. The report emphasized the need for a comprehensive revision of the law to ensure its effectiveness. Additionally, lawmakers reviewed a report on the Forest Law’s implementation, noting significant progress in forest conservation and ecological restoration while identifying areas for improvement. The financial sector was also a focal point, with a report outlining developments since November 2024 and proposing measures such as a moderately loose monetary policy and enhanced financial regulation. Other reports addressed state-owned asset management, criminal punishment enforcement, and maritime trials, reflecting the NPC’s broad oversight role. The meeting concluded with Zhao chairing a session of the Council of Chairpersons, where senior lawmakers discussed various legislative bills.