Security boosted at capital's subway amid safety campaign

Security checkpoints at Beijing subway stations are being upgraded following several deadly attacks across the country targeting civilians.

About 1,200 police officers were dispatched to the city's 17 subway lines on Monday to inspect security facilities and staff. At around 9:30 am, about 20 police officers inspected Wangfujing station on Line 1, making sure items such as fire extinguishers were working properly and reminding staff members to keep the exits clear.

Such inspections should be regular and anti-terrorism drills will be conducted frequently, said Tan Quan, deputy head of the traffic corps of Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau.