Ministers meet the media (IV Part 2): Highlights

Economic situation gained momentum in Jan-Feb period

China's overall economic situation improved in the Jan-Feb period, said Ning Jizhe, head of the National Bureau of Statistics, on Tuesday.

"From the beginning of the year, the Chinese economy has been stable and has shown improving momentum," Ning said during.

Ning said his remarks were based on current available economic data of the Jan-Feb period, while the NBS is still working on the comprehensive data, which will be released on Thursday as scheduled.