China kicked off construction of the Pinglu Canal in August, and it is hoped that the waterway can facilitate trade with Southeast Asian nations, but concerns have been raised about the demand and environmental impact of the project.
China to widen Asean trade with first major waterway in 700 years, but will Pinglu Canal be a game changer or white elephant?
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