Backstory In March 2021, the 14th five-year plan for China was passed by the National People's Congress in the Chinese Parliament. The plan established quantitative targets in various areas such as economy, trade, defence, science and technology, politics, social issues, culture, the environment, and other policy priorities. Unlike previous plans, this one includes a short section on "long-range objectives for 2035". The third section of the plan focuses on building a modern energy system, which involves constructing clean energy bases across China's administrative regions. One proposed project is to build a hub of renewable energy production in Nyingchi, consisting of hydropower, offshore wind power, and solar power plants. Out of five major “Modern energy System Construction projects”, the hydropower plant in the lower region of Yarlung Tsang Po (also known as the River Brahmaputra in India) is the most ambitious. It is anticipated to
Thanks for a very detailed coverage. If dams in general affect the Earth's CG and revolution then all dams including the ones in India should be banned. Also, the problem with the Brahmaputra is not a lack of water during "dry months" but the opposite - too much water during rains and flooding in the banks causing hundreds of people to shift homes overnight.
The way I see it, it could be a win-win for everyone. Where an agreement leads to controlled flow of water to India ( and hence stability in the bank inhabitants lives) and green power which is good not only for China but the whole world. In fact, the main burden of displacing inhabitants in the catchment areas will be China's.
Will China use it as a weapon and destroy the lives of thousands of innocent Indian inhabitants along the banks? In today's trade connected and media intense world, why would any country, even a rogue country like North Korea do that? China's BRI has over a hundred countries of the world signed up for peaceful trade and prosperity. Would they take such a stupid step??
And why cannot these apprehensions be voiced by our diplomats in the MEA to China? And obtain an open assurance for the world to see and note? It's not such a difficult proposition.
I'm afraid I am simply not convinced by the argument of this article. But thanks for the sharp pics! It helped visualise the area very well.
To answer in short - We are discussing the construction of a massive dam in one of the world's most delicate ecosystems. The upper riparian country enjoys several natural advantages and has minimal impact on its territory. However, this project would significantly affect the people and natural resources in the lower region. Our worries about the potential negative consequences are further compounded by the lessons learned from similar initiatives in other transboundary rivers.
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Hello, thank you for reading and your appreciation!
Thanks for a very detailed coverage. If dams in general affect the Earth's CG and revolution then all dams including the ones in India should be banned. Also, the problem with the Brahmaputra is not a lack of water during "dry months" but the opposite - too much water during rains and flooding in the banks causing hundreds of people to shift homes overnight.
The way I see it, it could be a win-win for everyone. Where an agreement leads to controlled flow of water to India ( and hence stability in the bank inhabitants lives) and green power which is good not only for China but the whole world. In fact, the main burden of displacing inhabitants in the catchment areas will be China's.
Will China use it as a weapon and destroy the lives of thousands of innocent Indian inhabitants along the banks? In today's trade connected and media intense world, why would any country, even a rogue country like North Korea do that? China's BRI has over a hundred countries of the world signed up for peaceful trade and prosperity. Would they take such a stupid step??
And why cannot these apprehensions be voiced by our diplomats in the MEA to China? And obtain an open assurance for the world to see and note? It's not such a difficult proposition.
I'm afraid I am simply not convinced by the argument of this article. But thanks for the sharp pics! It helped visualise the area very well.
Hello, thanks for reading!
To answer in short - We are discussing the construction of a massive dam in one of the world's most delicate ecosystems. The upper riparian country enjoys several natural advantages and has minimal impact on its territory. However, this project would significantly affect the people and natural resources in the lower region. Our worries about the potential negative consequences are further compounded by the lessons learned from similar initiatives in other transboundary rivers.