What are China's 'sponge cities' and are they working?

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China has been hit by devastating floods in recent weeks, inundating cities with waters, causing deaths and damaging vital infrastructure. The destruction has raised serious questions about the effectiveness of the country's so-called "sponge city" initiative, launched in 2015 with the aim of reducing urban flood risks. Lauren Anthony has more.

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