China is home to 16 of the 20 global regions most vulnerable to climate change, according to data published on Monday , with some of the world's most important manufacturing hubs at risk from rising water levels and extreme weather.
The data showed that some of the engine rooms of the global economy face catastrophic hazards such as rising sea levels, river flooding and wildfires, which could also depress property prices and deter investment, XDI said. The shift of global manufacturing to Asia has driven a substantial increase in infrastructure investment in already vulnerable regions throughout China, making it more susceptible to the impacts of climate change, Hamden said.
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