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- China's Yarlung Tsangpo dam project is drawing scrutiny because it is located in a geologically unstable part of the Himalayas.
- Recent floods in Nepal have underscored how vulnerable the region is to cascading disasters.
- The dam's operation could affect downstream river flows, raising water security concerns for India.
- Chinese scientists themselves have warned about seismic and landslide risks in the area.
What to watch next
- Whether Chinese authorities address the flagged seismic and landslide risks in the dam's design and operation
- Any observed changes in downstream river flows that affect India's water security
- How India responds to the combined risks of infrastructure, climate change, and border proximity
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