Chinese Premier inspects holiday transport

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Source: CCTV.com | 01-27-2008 09:33

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao has been inspecting holiday transportation in Beijing and neighboring Hebei province. He's telling traffic officials to ensure safe, smooth travel during the Spring Festival holiday.

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao(R) talks with a truck driver at  the Zhuozhou service station of the Beijing-Shijiazhuang  Expressway, in north China's Hebei Province, Jan. 25, 2008.  Wen Jiabao inspected the Zhuozhou Service Station of the  Beijing-Shijiazhuang expressway and Beijing's West Railway  Station on Friday. (Xinhua Photo)

First stop for the premier was the Zhuozhou Rest Area on the Hebei expressway.

Here, Wen emphasized that fresh farm products should go through the no-charge Green Passage from January 26th to February 5th. He said the policy will help lower the cost of transportation, and this will not only help ensure the supply of farm products during the holiday season, but also stabilize their price.

Wen also extended his regards to officers and workers of the local transportation department.

Wen Jiabao said, "The Spring Festival is around the corner. It's your busiest time of the year. It's on account of your diligent work that everyone can enjoy the Spring Festival and a safe holiday. All of your dedication is greatly appreciated. I would like to thank you for all your hard work."

At the Beijing West Railway station, the premier was satisfied with the measures taken to ease ticket-buying, such as adding more than 170 temporary counters, and selling tickets to migrant workers at construction sites. He expressed the hope that the workers can all get back home safely, on time, with their pay.