Key facts
- China's Politburo has warned of an increased risk of extreme weather events.
- The warning includes the potential for concurrent severe droughts and floods.
- The leadership urged preparations for major natural disasters during the peak flood season.
- The Politburo convened to discuss strategies for flood control and drought relief.
China's top leadership has issued a warning regarding the elevated risk of extreme weather events, including the potential for simultaneous severe droughts and floods, during the upcoming peak flood season. The Politburo of the Communist Party of China convened to develop strategies for flood control and drought relief, emphasizing the need for nationwide preparations for major natural disasters. General Secretary Xi Jinping presided over the meeting, according to the official Xinhua News Agency. The warning comes as the country faces the prospect of significant weather-related challenges.