Stormy Waters: China's Floods Expose the Limits of Development The devastating floods in southern China, caused by Tropical Storm Maysak, have left 39 people dead and thousands displaced.
The scale of the disaster is stark, but beneath the headlines lies a more complex story – one that highlights the trade offs between economic growth and environmental responsibility.
The breach of the dam in Nanning, Guangxi region, was a catastrophic event that underscores the risks of unchecked development.