The Publicity Department of the Communist Party of China Central Committee has posthumously conferred the prestigious title of “Role Model of the Times” upon Dong Yijun, the former deputy director of Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau and head of its traffic management bureau. The recognition was announced on Friday, honoring Dong’s exceptional decades-long service in public security.
Dong passed away suddenly while on active duty on October 21, 2025, at the age of 58. A native Beijinger who joined both the Party and public security force in 1989, Dong dedicated his entire career to serving the capital’s residents through various leadership positions.
Beginning his service at a police station in Xicheng district amid challenging public security conditions, Dong immersed himself in community policing, building remarkable rapport with local residents. His career trajectory demonstrated consistent commitment to grassroots engagement, whether serving as frontline officer or senior administrator.
Dong operationalized a people-centered philosophy throughout his tenure, frequently emphasizing that matters significant to citizens should be treated as priorities by law enforcement. He reminded colleagues that issues seemingly routine to police could represent critical concerns for ordinary residents.
During his leadership at Tongzhou public security sub-bureau, Dong pioneered significant administrative reforms, consolidating 87 government service items into centralized service centers and implementing 110 specific measures to enhance public convenience. He consistently advocated for reforms that would maximize accessibility and citizen satisfaction.
As head of Beijing’s traffic management bureau, Dong personally addressed persistent traffic bottlenecks through repeated site inspections. He developed targeted solutions for high-pressure zones including Fuxingmen Bridge and Beijing Children’s Hospital—areas significantly affected by school, hospital, tourist, and commercial traffic.
Dong advocated for sustained, detailed approaches to traffic management, overseeing the implementation of comprehensive governance measures including location-specific solutions and intelligent traffic signal control systems. His previous honors included first-class and second-class heroic model recognitions within the national public security system, along with multiple individual commendations.