Li Qiang Orders Flood Evacuations at State Council Meeting on 2026-2030 Fitness Plan
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Updated · Global Times · Jul 9
Li Qiang Orders Flood Evacuations at State Council Meeting on 2026-2030 Fitness Plan
3 articles · Updated · Global Times · Jul 9
Summary
China's State Council ordered tighter flood prevention and relief measures, telling local authorities to evacuate people in danger without hesitation to cut casualties.
The meeting, chaired by Premier Li Qiang, called for round-the-clock vigilance, broader risk inspections, stronger patrols and monitoring, and protection of major rivers, lakes, high-risk areas and vulnerable groups.
Governments at all levels were told to improve emergency duty arrangements and keep personnel, equipment and relief supplies ready as flood risks persist.
The same meeting also reviewed Digital China, logistics and industrial policy, urging faster next-generation network buildout, lower logistics costs and stronger emerging industries.
It also approved China's national fitness program for 2026-2030, underscoring the broad policy agenda handled alongside the immediate flood response.
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