Security tightened ahead of Olympics

Security has tightened throughout the country. CCTV reporter Yang Shanshan tells us more about Beijing's efforts to ensure the safety of the Games.

A police officer is on duty at an inspection station near  Beijing on July 10, 2008. Bus passengers entering Beijing  will have their ID cards and belongings checked before  entering the capital from July 20.[Photo: people.com.cn]

The police are checking a car at a checkpoint.

Various types of equipment are employed to detect dangerous materials and dogs are also used to find explosives.

Drivers and passengers have to show their ID cards.

Hundreds of these kinds of check-points have been set up at all entrances to the capital city.

Wang Jun, Beijing Public Security Bureau, said, "We will check every car and every person to ensure a secure environment for the Beijing Olympics."

The public has expressed its support for the measures...despite the longer waiting time caused by the three-minute check of each car.

Driver said, "We accept this...as it's for the Olympic Games."

Passenger said, "This is not a bad thing. It will help ensure everyone's safety."