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Sharp China with Bill Bishop
(Free) Flooding Hits Beijing and Hebei Province; The PLA's Rocket Force Shakeup; US-China Updates; Unpacking the Beidaihe Mystique
Aug 4, 2023
01:00:48
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- Devastating flooding in Beijing raises questions about China's ability to handle natural disasters and its corruption crackdown.
- Leadership changes in China's PLA rocket force highlight ongoing corruption challenges and risks to China's strategic interests.
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China's record-breaking rainfall and flooding devastates Beijing region
China's capital, Beijing, experienced its heaviest rainfall in at least 140 years, resulting in devastating flooding. The city recorded 744.8 millimeters of rain, causing destruction, power outages, and waterlogged vehicles. The torrential rains left 21 people dead and 26 others missing. The flooding also resulted in the flooding of villages due to the release of water from reservoirs and flood diversion systems. The floodwaters have caused significant damage to infrastructure and agricultural crops. The situation has raised questions about the effectiveness of China's corruption crackdown and the ability to handle natural disasters.
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