10 Jul 2020

When the levee breaks

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Yesterday, the State Council held its weekly executive meeting.

Flood control was at the top of the agenda.

Some context: As of July 3, heavy seasonal floods have affected more than 19 million people and claimed 121 lives across 26 provinces.

So far, the direct economic cost is calcul...