Economy faces myriad of 'challenges, conflicts'

Li says upgrading growth model can boost efficiency

Premier Li Keqiang stressed on Tuesday that China must deepen reforms and maintain stable and sound economic growth as the economy grapples with "conflicts and challenges".

Li made the remarks at a panel discussion with economic and agricultural advisers at the ongoing annual session of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, the country's top political advisory body.