Story perspectives

China's Vice-Premier Visits Yarlung Tsangpo Dam Amid India Concerns

4/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

Chinese Vice-Premier Zhang Guoqing visited the Yarlung Tsangpo dam construction site in Tibet and stressed ecological integrity and safety.
The project would be the world's largest hydropower facility and anchors China's regional growth strategy via green energy.
India has raised concerns about downstream water shortages and ecological damage, where the river is vital for millions.
Zhang reaffirmed China's commitment, saying quality and safety must take precedence during construction.

1 of 1

Story summary

Chinese Vice-Premier Zhang Guoqing visited the Yarlung Tsangpo dam construction site in Tibet and stressed ecological integrity and safety.
The project would be the world's largest hydropower facility and anchors China's regional growth strategy via green energy.
India has raised concerns about downstream water shortages and ecological damage, where the river is vital for millions.
Zhang reaffirmed China's commitment, saying quality and safety must take precedence during construction.