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Devastating Floods Highlight Beijing’s Water Problems

The Chinese capital is uniquely vulnerable to weather events, especially amid climate changes.

A man rides a motorcycle on a flooded street in Miyun district, northern Beijing. August 5, 2025, 6:00 PM Comment icon View Comments ( )

Welcome to Foreign Policy ’s China Brief.

The highlights this week: Floods prompt mass evacuations in Beijing, a viral video of bullying sparks protests, and another trade deadline looms over the United States and China.

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