The problem is not limited to China. Some of the major cities worldwide including Houston, Mexico City, and Delhi are facing similar challenges due to excessive water extractions and geological factors. Subsidence is one issue that affects areas with extensive mining activities, like the coal regions of Pingdingshan in northern China. Combating subsidence requires effective strategies. Tokyo successfully tackled the sinking by providing alternative water sources and banning well water use. In China, controlling groundwater extraction and implementing laws to prevent further subsidence are crucial steps.
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China Renames 30 more Places in India’s Arunachal Pradesh
In this issue of China Watch newsletter, the author provides in-depth analysis on; 1) China renaming 30 places in India’s state of Arunachal Pradesh, 2) China set to become World’s largest Airforce, 3) Takeover of Tibet and more.