Vice Premier Li Keqiang, who is also the vice director of a disaster relief headquarters led by Premier Wen Jiabao, has arrived in Beichuan to direct quake relief.

After visiting Shifang, Mianyang City, and Pingtong Township in Mianyang's Pingwu County, Li went to Beichuan on Monday afternoon to offer his condolences to the local residents.

He said saving lives is still the top priority, but stressed that disease prevention should also be given special attention in the disaster areas.

(CCTV May 20, 2008)