China Briefing 9 July 2026: Guangxi floods | ‘Beautiful China’ plan | New EU-China mechanism

In July 2026, severe floods in Guangxi province highlighted the growing impact of climate change on China's infrastructure and environment. The "Beautiful China" initiative, aimed at improving environmental quality, is being closely watched as a response to these challenges. Additionally, a new EU-China mechanism has been established to foster cooperation on environmental policies and climate action, signaling a significant step forward in international efforts to combat global warming. These developments underscore the urgent need for collaborative global strategies to address climate change and its escalating effects.