Highlights of reform guideline

Setting up security committee a pressing task

The planned State Security Committee will serve as a strong platform to coordinate work related to national security and will handle domestic and foreign security challenges, President Xi Jinping said.

China to abolish labor camp

China will abolish the "reeducation through labor" system as part of a major effort to protect human rights.

CPC demands faster change to govt functions

The changes of the government role are necessary to enhance the credibility and executive powers of government.

China to establish official residence system

China will explore ways to establish an official residence system to curb potentialcorruptionof officials in housing.

China eases burden on ecologically fragile areas

China's central authorities have decided not to press local governments located in ecologically fragile areas to pursue economic growth regardless of environment deterioration.

China to further open up its economy

China will further open up its economy by broadening market access, boosting regional cooperation and opening up its interior and border cities.