LIVE | China’s Mega Dam in Tibet: A $160 Billion Geopolitical Weapon? | Vantage with Palki Sharma - Firstpost

LIVE | China’s Mega Dam in Tibet: A $160 Billion Geopolitical Weapon? | Vantage with Palki Sharma | N18G China has begun building the world’s largest dam — deep in Tibet, on the Brahmaputra River. Officially called the Motuo Hydropower Station, the $160 billion project will dwarf the Three Gorges Dam and could transform Asia’s rivers into instruments of control. The dam threatens water security in India and Bangladesh, raising fears of drought, economic damage, and even a “water bomb.” Experts say this is part of Beijing’s long-standing strategy to weaponise rivers, just as it has with the Mekong. India and Bangladesh have formally raised concerns, and New Delhi is now planning a counter-dam on its side of the Brahmaputra. China, meanwhile, presents the project as a gift to Tibet and a source of clean energy — but neighbours see it as a geopolitical threat. --- China | Brahmaputra River | Mega Dam | Tibet | Motuo Hydropower Station | Three Gorges Dam | Asia | India | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #china #india #brahmaputra #river #megadam #xijinping #pmmodi #tibet #doklam #galwanvalley #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. ​ Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/@Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on Twitter: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V