China starts building massive dam on Brahmaputra river in Tibet
China has kicked off construction of a huge hydropower dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, close to Arunachal Pradesh.
The $167 billion project will feature five power stations and was greenlit by Beijing in December 2023.
This move has set off concerns in India and Bangladesh about possible impacts on water flow and the local environment.
Will this project hurt downstream countries?
The dam could seriously change how much water reaches India and Bangladesh, affecting farming and flood control for millions.
China says downstream countries won't be hurt, but environmental groups aren't so sure—they warn about lasting damage.
Assam's Chief Minister is keeping an eye on things but doesn't see an immediate threat thanks to the river's many sources.
Still, India is urging China to protect everyone's interests, since this project gives China more control over a key river right near the border.