Chinese Premier Li Keqiang says his country's economy is facing a number of difficulties and downward pressure. But he expressed hope the economy would not experience what he called a hard landing.

Mr. Li spoke at the World Economic Forum in Dalian, China. He noted that a slowing worldwide economy might affect China's economic growth. Still, he said, the Chinese economy is "within a reasonable range." He also expressed hope that China will meet its main economic targets this year.