China greenlights world's largest hydroelectric dam project on Yarlung Tsangpo River

China has approved the construction of the world's largest hydroelectric dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo River, as reported by state media on December 25. This project aims to harness the river's significant hydropower potential. The Yarlung Tsangpo flows from Tibet into India and Bangladesh, raising concerns among neighboring countries about the environmental and geopolitical implications of the dam. This project is noted for its high cost, making it the most expensive infrastructure initiative globally. The approval marks a significant shift in China's energy strategy, focusing on large-scale hydropower development. This contrasts with previous infrastructure projects that were smaller in scale and less controversial.