Restrictions on emissions outlined

Manufacturers that fail to suspend production in accordance with restrictions imposed before the Sept 3 military parade to reduce air pollution will face harsh fines.

Beijing has set a series of measures to control emissions and pollutants, including factory suspensions and restrictions on vehicle use after Aug 20, to prepare for the parade to mark the 70th anniversary of victory in World War II.

The Beijing Environmental Protection Bureau, the environmental watchdog, will strengthen its supervision of companies in polluting industries during the period.