A policeman stands guard as paramilitary officers prepare for the anniversary events at Tiananmen Square on Monday. Photo: AP
A policeman stands guard as paramilitary officers prepare for the anniversary events at Tiananmen Square on Monday. Photo: AP
China’s Communist Party turns 100
China /  Politics

Traffic shut down, security tight in Beijing ahead of Communist Party centenary

  • Roads closed and public transport disrupted in parts of the Chinese capital
  • Celebrations to start with a ceremony but it’s not known what else is planned

Jane CaiEcho Xie
Jane Cai in Beijingand Echo Xie

Updated: 12:53pm, 2 Jul, 2021

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A policeman stands guard as paramilitary officers prepare for the anniversary events at Tiananmen Square on Monday. Photo: AP
A policeman stands guard as paramilitary officers prepare for the anniversary events at Tiananmen Square on Monday. Photo: AP
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