The United Kingdom has recently received a substantial boost in its natural resources reserves through an ambitious project. This initiative is poised to tackle some critical issues facing the country, such as the dwindling availability of valuable natural resources like gas and oil, as well as the challenges posed by weakening exports. What’s even more…
Uzbekistan a former Soviet republic located in Central Asia with a GDP of $90 billion is renowned for its mosques, mausoleums, and other historical sites associated with the Silk Road, the ancient trade route connecting China and the Mediterranean. Due to its geographical location, Uzbekistan faces the unique challenge of being doubly landlocked. The absence…
Imagine a really long line of ships, and this line could affect our daily lives in a big way. Over the past few weeks, hundreds of big container ships have gotten stuck in one of the most important places for world trade, the Panama Canal. The Panama Canal is like a super-long road made…
If you are interested in science fiction, then fantasy buildings will surely attract you. Imagine a nebula-shaped seven-pointed star floating on the glassy surface of a lake and you get to see the world inside. This is not science fiction, but reality, which exists in all its splendor in Chengdu, a city in China’s southwestern…
Situated at the heart of U.S.-Canada trade, the Ambassador Bridge stands as a symbol of connectivity and commerce between these two North American neighbors. This four-lane suspension bridge, spanning the Detroit River, serves as an indispensable conduit for the flow of goods and services, accommodating over 10,000 commercial vehicles on a typical weekday. With a…
From the last century to the present, the allure of the Middle East has always attracted tourists. From the pyramids of Egypt and the Karnak Temple built around 2000 BC to the red city of Petra carved in the dramatic desert rock of southern Jordan, architecture here has always amazed the world. But today,…
After more than six decades of relentless instability, chaos, sanctions, and devastating wars, Afghanistan is finally making strides towards building a sustainable economy and infrastructure. The seeds of Afghanistan’s turmoil were sown during the Cold War when the West and the Soviet Union clashed in this rugged nation, triggering a series of events that…
In the heart of the Himalayas, where the sky meets the Earth and nature’s grandeur knows no bounds, a remarkable endeavor is taking shape. Amidst the breathtaking majesty of the world’s highest mountain range, a colossal infrastructure project is underway—one that seeks to bridge the gap between man and nature, ambition and engineering, in a…
Scorching temperatures, infertile soils, limited water supplies, and frequent wind storms make the Bhadla in India’s Thar desert an inhospitable place to live. Here, temperatures can soar to a blistering 50 degrees Celsius, and relentless sandstorms only add to the challenging living conditions. However, what might make Bhadla inhospitable for human habitation turns out to…
China has been surprising the world with its mega construction projects and engineering innovations for the past few decades. From the world’s largest suspension bridges to energy projects, high-speed rail and space exploration, China has been refreshing its development. We also know that China’s such projects are not only competitive but also exemplary in durability,…
Over the past two decades, Turkey has undergone a remarkable transformation, emerging as an industrial powerhouse on the global stage. Today, its heavy industry sector stands shoulder to shoulder with the giants of Europe – France, Spain, and the United Kingdom. But Turkey’s ascent doesn’t stop at factories and manufacturing. In a surprising turn…
After a decade of uncertainty and dormancy, the iconic Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia has made a remarkable resurgence in the headlines. Previously thought to be abandoned, this colossal project has rekindled its ambitions to surpass the reigning champion, the Burj Khalifa Tower in Dubai. Reports from various media outlets have recently confirmed the…