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China expands compensation for people impacted by floodwater diversion

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Beijing just rolled out an improved compensation scheme for folks living in flood diversion areas.
ICYDK: Designated flood diversion areas are used to redirect floodwaters that would otherwise damage cities and industries downstream.
The new measures – unveiled by the State Council on Friday – aim t...