China’s leadership has expressed serious concern over increasing risks to food security due to intensifying extreme weather events. The Politburo, chaired by President Xi Jinping, convened a meeting Tuesday to address the growing threat of both floods and droughts, worsened by the El Nino phenomenon. Officials were directed to implement “forceful” countermeasures, focusing on strengthening flood defenses along major rivers and enhancing emergency rescue operations. The plan also includes improving water resource management and safeguarding crucial agricultural infrastructure. These measures signify a heightened awareness within the Chinese government regarding the potential impact of climate change on the nation’s food supply. The call for action underscores the urgency of protecting agricultural production in the face of more frequent and severe weather disruptions.