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The Intelligence: meeting Ukraine’s first lady
Dec 1, 2023
Olena Zelenska, First lady of Ukraine, discusses her mental-health campaign and life in the spotlight. China's Toilet Revolution struggles due to daunting obstacles. The superyacht industry defies global uncertainties and thrives.
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- China's Toilet Revolution has faced challenges in implementing its plan to upgrade public toilets across the country, with obstacles including freezing temperatures, inadequate water supply, and lack of maintenance knowledge among local officials.
- The super yacht market is experiencing significant growth, defying the challenges posed by the pandemic and geopolitical issues, with sales increasing by 20% over the past two years, attributed to the psychological effects of the pandemic and a shift towards customization and sustainability in yacht design.
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The Challenge of China's Toilet Revolution
China's Toilet Revolution, a campaign initiated by President Xi Jinping, has faced numerous challenges in its implementation. The ambitious plan aimed to upgrade public toilets across the country, but it has encountered obstacles such as freezing temperatures in rural areas, inadequate water supply, and lack of maintenance knowledge among local officials. Despite the setbacks, progress has been made in urban areas, with extravagant public toilets being constructed. However, the focus now is on improving the quality and maintenance of existing facilities.
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