Chinese Geologists Question Safety of Brahmaputra Mega-Dam in Tibet Being Built over Active Seismic Fault Line
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The CSR JournalActive fault under China's Brahmaputra dam raises new safety concerns
Chinese geologists have found an active fault beneath the Brahmaputra dam project in Tibet. The finding challenges Beijing’s safety assurances and sharpens downstream concerns near India.
There is constant tension between China and India. In the midst of this, China is taking shocking steps against India. China is making major moves directly near the border of Arunachal Pradesh and is building a dam.
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