With the Spring Festival 🧧 travel rush heating up, Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng has called for safety-first measures to ensure millions can reunite with family smoothly during the world's largest annual human migration. 🌏
On-the-Ground Inspections
He, a senior leader of the Communist Party of China, inspected Beijing's major transport hubs like Daxing International Airport and Beijing West Railway Station this week. He emphasized the need to tackle extreme weather challenges and streamline services like ticketing and transfers – crucial for handling the festive chaos. 🎟️🚉
Safety First
Transport authorities were urged to 'leave no stone unturned' in identifying risks, from overcrowding to icy runways. With travelers facing unpredictable winter conditions, He stressed preparedness for emergencies like snowstorms. ❄️⚠️
9 Billion Trips Expected
The Spring Festival travel rush, often dubbed 'chunyun,' is predicted to hit 9 billion trips this year as people crisscross the country via planes, trains, and roads. Talk about a logistical marathon! 🏃♂️📈
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Chinese vice premier stresses safe, smooth Spring Festival travel
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