China's new defense strategy is highlighted by its approval of the world’s largest dam on the Brahmaputra River in Tibet, amidst ongoing talks with India about maintaining peace along their shared border.
The construction of this mega dam, deemed a potential "water bomb," raises ecological and hydrological concerns for downstream countries, especially India and Bangladesh.
Chinese authorities assert that hydropower development will not negatively impact downstream areas, but Indian analysts remain skeptical and caution against China's potential manipulation of water resources.
India is responding with plans to build a multipurpose reservoir in Arunachal Pradesh, although local opposition exists due to fears of environmental impact and displacement.
Historically, China's unilateral dam projects have been a source of concern for India, emphasizing the need for strategic urgency in India's water management policies to counter China's actions.
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