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Beijing orders safety reviews after deadly Shanghai stampede

Published Fri, Jan 2, 2015 · 09:50 PM

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    Shanghai

    CHINA has demanded a review of crowd-safety procedures as dozens of people remain in Shanghai hospitals following a stampede on New Year's Eve that killed 36 and prompted the cancellation of celebrations across the city.

    Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered an investigation and told local governments to prioritize safety ahead of mass celebrations for the Lunar New Year holidays next month. The China National Tourism Administration issued an emergency notice on Thursday evening, requiring its local offices to set up crowd-control procedures at tourist spots.

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