Shen Jilan (2nd R front), a deputy to the 12th National People's Congress (NPC), arrives at the Tian'anmen Square, along with other deputies, in Beijing, capital of China, March 4, 2013. The preparatory meeting for the first session of the 12th NPC was held in Beijing on March 4. (Xinhua/Yang Zongyou)

Deputies to the 12th National People's Congress (NPC) arrive at the Tian'anmen Square in Beijing, capital of China, March 4, 2013. The preparatory meeting for the first session of the 12th NPC was held in Beijing on March 4. (Xinhua/Yang Zongyou)