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Revival of China-Backed Myitsone Dam Risks Kachin Rebel Backlash

Revival of China-Backed Myitsone Dam Risks Kachin Rebel Backlash

Myanmar is weighing a restart of the US$3.6 billion Myitsone Dam, a long-shelved China-backed project, amid concerns over local opposition. Analysts say Beijing’s risk tolerance will be pivotal as any move could inflame tensions with Kachin rebels.

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Myanmar’s China-backed mega dam revival risks Kachin rebel backlash