National political advisor Wang Yaping talks with another national political advisor before a joint group meeting of political advisors from the Communist Youth League of China and the All-China Youth Federation, the All-China Federation of Trade Unions, and the All-China Women's Federation at the third session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) in Beijing, capital of China, March 6, 2025. International Women's Day falls on March 8. At the ongoing annual sessions of China's top legislature and top political advisory body, female lawmakers and political advisors play an essential role in pooling wisdom to boost the country's development. (Xinhua/Yue Yuewei)