Tag: megaproject
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Oman Invests in $2.6 Billion ‘Smart’ City to Diversify Economy and Preserve Local Culture
Oman is embarking on a transformative journey with its $2.6 billion ‘smart’ city project, Sultan Qaboos City, signaling a significant departure from the high-rise dominated skylines typical of cities like Dubai. This initiative aims to modernize Muscat while preserving its unique character, offering a blend of housing for locals, expatriates, and tourists within a more…
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Indonesia Faces Challenges with $33 Billion Capital Relocation to Nusantara Amid Investor Withdrawals and Construction Delays
Indonesia’s ambitious $33 billion plan to relocate its capital from Jakarta to Nusantara in Borneo is facing significant challenges. Jakarta, the current capital, is sinking rapidly, with predictions stating about a third of the city could be underwater by 2050. Nusantara, promoted as a modern, environmentally sustainable city, aims to alleviate Jakarta’s congestion and environmental…
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Modi Invests Billions in Ayodhya’s Transformation: A Strategic Push for Religious Tourism and Hindu Nationalism
The Indian government, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is investing billions into transforming Ayodhya, a city with a deep historical and religious significance, into a major hub for religious tourism. This initiative includes the construction of a grand Hindu temple, Ram Mandir, at the heart of the city, which is expected to significantly boost both…
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Saudi Arabia Advances $22.5 Billion Riyadh Metro Project to Transform Urban Mobility and Economy
The $22.5 billion Riyadh Metro project is a monumental engineering achievement designed to transform Saudi Arabia’s capital into an international business hub. Covering 109 miles with six lines and 85 stations, this project represents one of the largest single-phase metro constructions worldwide. Beyond its physical scale, the metro is part of Saudi Arabia’s broader ambition…
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Exploring the Strategic Significance and Vulnerability of China’s Three Gorges Dam
The video discusses the strategic significance of China’s Three Gorges Dam, the world’s most electrically productive power station and a marvel of engineering comparable to the Great Wall or the Tiangong Space Station. It highlights the dam’s role in flood prevention, navigation, and power generation, emphasizing its size and capacity to handle massive water volumes.…