Beijing drivers to face fines for not giving way to pedestrians

Speakers: Li Ningjing and Sam Duckett

[Photo: Baidu.com]   

Beijing traffic police has begun enforcing a fine of 200 yuan (29 U.S. dollars) for motorists who fail to give way to pedestrians on crosswalks.

The violation will also result in a loss of three demerit points. When motorists lose all 12 points they must retake the driver's license test.

Traffic police and volunteer civilian assistants will be stationed at the first batch of 46 crossings within the city to enforce the rule. It has been made clear that even if a right turn on a red light is generally permitted, drivers must stop for pedestrians.

The audio clip is from Studio+, produced by CRI.