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China Update: Key Developments in International Relations and Environmental Concerns

Happy Friday! With Spring arriving in the Northern Hemisphere, this week's China Update delves into pressing international issues involving China, highlighting environmental concerns, political tensions, and economic developments.

Zambia's Environmental Crisis: A Wake-Up Call for Mining Regulations

A major environmental disaster has struck Zambia following the collapse of a tailings dam at a copper mine primarily owned by China Nonferrous Metals Industry Group. Late February saw the disastrous breach, releasing approximately 50 million liters of toxic waste into a vital tributary of the CFO River, which serves as a critical water source for nearly 60% of Zambia’s 20 million residents.