Zhou:
In addition to the current flood prevention and relief efforts, we must consider permanent solutions. Preparations should begin now, and in the autumn, a large-scale Huai River diversion project should be organized, with the goal of completing the diversion within one year to avert flooding next year. Please convene relevant personnel to discuss two issues: (1) current prevention and relief, and (2) the fundamental diversion of the Huai River. What is your opinion? Please handle it as you see fit.
Zhou:
Mao Zedong
July 20

Please instruct the Ministry of Water Resources to produce a Huai River diversion plan within a set deadline and send it to me for review. This plan must be completed by August, approved by the Government Administration Council, and construction should begin in early autumn. What is your opinion? Please handle it as you see fit.
Mao Zedong
August 5