China has begun construction on what is set to become the world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River in Tibet, a $167 billion project that could surpass the Three Gorges Dam in scale and output.
The dam, located near the Indian border, has raised significant concerns in India and Bangladesh over potential impacts on water security, river flow, and downstream agriculture. Environmentalists and human rights advocates have also criticized the project for its potential effects on biodiversity, local communities, and lack of transparent consultation or compensation. While China touts the dam as a major step towards renewable energy and green finance, neighboring countries fear it could be used as a strategic tool to control water resources.
The project has also triggered a surge in hydropower and construction-related stocks, reflecting its massive economic and geopolitical implications.
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