The Chinese will build the “that century” in Tibet

Beijing began to realize the largest hydrotechnical investment in its history. In southwest Tibet, the construction of a giant dam and a hydroelectric power plant on the Yarlung Zangpo River began. The $170 billion project, which is called the "project of the century", is expected to change Asia's energy system. Declared target: 300 billion kWh of energy per year. But for many neighbors and observers, it is primarily a threat. 3 fast Facts: Construction started with a pump Chinese state media triumphantly reported the celebration of laying the foundation stone under a fresh dam. Prime Minister Li Qiang attended the event personally. The task is being implemented in the Tibet Autonomous Region and is crucial for China's national energy strategy. How