Beijing takes half of govt cars off road
By Xin Dingding | China Daily | Updated: 2008-06-24 07:39
The authorities yesterday ordered half the number of government cars off Beijing roads to ease congestion, reduce emissions and save resources for a greener Olympics in August.
"The government wants to take the lead in guaranteeing smooth transport during the Games," Zhou Zhengyu, spokesman for the Beijing transport committee and its deputy director, said yesterday.
The latest ban lasts till July 19.
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