Tropical Storm Ragasa Exposes Fragile Chinese Coastal Defenses Amid Rising Climate Risks

As Tropical Storm Ragasa weakened but relentlessly pushed westward across China's southern coastline toward Vietnam, the resulting destruction serves as a stark reminder of the long-term consequences of poor infrastructure and governmental unpreparedness. Despite early warnings, cities like Yangjiang and Zhuhai in Guangdong province saw streets submerged under water, tens of thousands of trees uprooted, and widespread power outages affecting over 56,000 households. The economic hub’s vulnerability is troubling not only for local residents but for American interests reliant on stable trade routes through these critical ports. Why does this matter to America? The southern coast of China is a...