Beijing is hosting the 2014 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference from Nov 5 to 12, with the most important meeting scheduled for Nov 10-11 near Yanqi Lake in Huairou district. Beijing authorities have mobilized all human and material resources to ensure APEC participants enjoy their stay and the clear air in the capital. Photographers have sketched some moments from the daily life of the city to share with our readers.

An armed policeman stands guard near the Bird's Nest and Water Cube against the background of a lighted sky. To welcome APEC participants, Beijing authorities have decorated many streets with lights to create a festival atmosphere. [Photo by Wang Zhuangfei/China Daily]