Chinese premier visits passengers stranded at Guangzhou railway station

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Source: CCTV.com | 01-31-2008 08:12

Premier Wen Jiabao is in Guangdong to inspect the southern province's disaster relief as the severe weather continues across many parts of China. The visit follows his inspection tour of Hunan.

Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao (front R) waves to passengers  when he visits the ticket office at a long-distance coach  station of Guangzhou, capital of south China's Guangdong  Province, Jan. 30, 2008.(Xinhua Photo)

On Wednesday morning, Premier Wen inspected the transport system and the market supply for the upcoming Spring Festival.

Later, accompanied by Guangdong's top officials, Premier Wen Jiabao arrived at the Guangzhou Train Terminal and spoke with passengers stranded there.

Wen Jiabao said, "I understand how all of you are feeling. Everything possible is being done so you can all get back home. Everyday, more train lines are being opened and the number of trains operating is increasing. We will make sure everyone is reunited with families as soon as possible."

Premier Wen boarded a train from Nanchang, which was sent to support Guangzhou's railway traffic. Wen asked passengers about their situation and wished them well as the train left the station.