An update in Central Asia

Just an update to my second blog post. I spoke about tensions in central Asia between five countries, some of which were lacking in water, others in the means to generate electricity.

Well, Tajikistan has officially begun construction on what is set to be the world’s largest dam (a whopping 335 metres tall). More information about the Rogun hydropower project can be found in this BBC article.

The proposed dam had drawn criticism from downstream neighbouring Uzbekistan. However, since the recent death of its President Islam Karimov, relations between the countries seem to be improving.

It will take over a decade to complete, but progress means an end to freezing cold winters is in sight for many Tajikistan residents.

The trucks are rolling in to begin construction on the world's tallest dam.