Hey fam! Big news: the Peoples Bank of China (PBOC) just announced a fresh ¥100bn boost to its agricultural & small biz relending quota 🌊💰. This move is aimed at supercharging flood control, disaster relief, and post-flood rebuilding efforts across the Chinese mainland.
With extreme weather on the rise thanks to climate change, this extra funding means local farms can repair dikes faster, and small entrepreneurs can bounce back quicker after the deluge. Think of it as a financial life raft for communities hit by heavy rains and landslides.
Why it matters? Floods don’t just damage fields and homes—they disrupt supply chains and local economies. By pumping more yuan into relief and reconstruction, the PBOC is helping to stabilize rural areas and small businesses, which in turn keeps food prices in check and jobs secure. For us in South and Southeast Asia, it’s a reminder that proactive disaster financing can make a real difference in times of crisis.
Stay tuned for more updates on how this fund gets rolled out on the ground, and how similar models might inspire other regions grappling with extreme weather. 🌍💪
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China's central bank adds 100 bln yuan to quota for disaster relief
cgtn.com
