Nepal sits on a collision zone between Indian and Eurasian plates, and Chinese companies are undertaking hydro projects in the country.
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Updated Aug 26
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Nepal sits on a collision zone between Indian and Eurasian plates, and Chinese companies are undertaking hydro projects in the country.
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