China vows upgraded protection for school children

A national meeting of social security organs' chiefs from around China on Wednesday called for efforts to make schools safer for children.

At least one full-time security guard will be posted at each of the country's middle and primary schools, and kindergartens, according to the meeting.

Comprehensive plans should be put in place to improve security inside and around school grounds.

The meeting also called on government compounds, enterprises and public organizations to boost their security.