On March 3, DotDotNews journalist observed at Tiananmen Square in Beijing that traffic around the square was operating normally at about 2 p.m. Pedestrians and tourists, after passing security checks, were able to enter in an orderly manner and freely visit the square, take photos, and check in at popular landmarks.
Unlike in previous years—when the square was often cleared and temporarily restricted ahead of the first press conference of the National Two Sessions—this year marks the first time in recent years that Tiananmen Square has not been cleared or closed during preparations for related events.
As a result, public access to Tiananmen Square and nearby areas has continued as usual, reflecting an approach that better balances event security with residents' and tourists' visiting needs.
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