China has begun construction on what will be the world’s largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet, a $167 billion project set to surpass the Three Gorges Dam in scale and output.
The dam, located near the Indian border, has raised serious concerns in India and Bangladesh about potential impacts on downstream water flow, environmental risks, and regional stability. While China touts the project as a major step toward renewable energy and green finance, critics highlight the lack of transparency, consultation, and due diligence regarding human and environmental impacts. The project is expected to drive significant demand in construction and hydropower sectors, but also intensifies geopolitical tensions in South Asia.
Despite reassurances from Chinese officials, neighboring countries remain wary of the dam’s long-term consequences for millions who depend on the river.
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