By CGTN America

On any given day, securing China’s bustling capital is a challenge. But when dozens of world leaders and dignitaries descend upon Beijing for the two-day Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation that starts on Sunday, ensuring their safety becomes paramount, requiring careful coordination.

CGTN’s Roee Ruttenberg went on the ground to find out what it takes to secure one of the biggest, bustling cities in the world for such a large-scale diplomatic event.

He found that it's certainly no easy feat. Beijing’s roads can be jammed at almost any hour of the day. To take the challenge, officials have deployed more police officers to keep traffic moving, and to catch anything that appears suspicious. The city’s fire department, part of Beijing’s public security agency, has set up dozens of command centers around the capital, and has put thousands of firefighters on the ready.

At the airport, more officers are on duty - shortening the waiting time. A series of checkpoints is helping make a reinforced safety zone at the National Convention Center, site of the forum's opening ceremony. With the world watching, China knows it can’t afford any mistakes. The modern-day Silk Road will ultimately cut through some pretty rough and scary terrain. This is China’s chance to show: security comes first.