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What it’s like living next to a Belt and Road Project
A lot reviews and analysis have been written about China’s multibillion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative by economists, political scientists, and climate experts; however, it’s rare to hear from the people whose lives are directly affected by the program.
It was a chance for them to express their concerns, such as disputes over land use rights, water and air pollution, deforestation, and loss of indigenous culture are just some of the issues they raised. The stories are a powerful reminder to governments and investors to consider the environmental and social impact of the BRI.
Source: Bloomberg #Dec21
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-12-21/what-it-s-like-living-next-to-a-belt-and-road-project
#BRI #BeltRoadInitiative #China #Environmental
A lot reviews and analysis have been written about China’s multibillion-dollar Belt and Road Initiative by economists, political scientists, and climate experts; however, it’s rare to hear from the people whose lives are directly affected by the program.
It was a chance for them to express their concerns, such as disputes over land use rights, water and air pollution, deforestation, and loss of indigenous culture are just some of the issues they raised. The stories are a powerful reminder to governments and investors to consider the environmental and social impact of the BRI.
Source: Bloomberg #Dec21
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-12-21/what-it-s-like-living-next-to-a-belt-and-road-project
#BRI #BeltRoadInitiative #China #Environmental