Tag #Infrastructure

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China Funds 136 Social Housing Units in Seychelles

China and Seychelles signed agreements on December 13th, 2024, to build 136 social housing units on Mahe Island, funded by a Chinese grant, starting construction in March 2026, strengthening their strategic partnership.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
bbc.com
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Gateshead Flyover May Face Permanent Closure

The A167 Gateshead Highway flyover closed Friday due to damage to a supporting pillar; council leader Martin Gannon says it may close permanently, expediting demolition plans initially set for the end of the decade; Metro services are also affected.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
arabic.cnn.com
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Rome's Jubilee Year: Renovations and Concerns

Rome is undergoing extensive renovations for the 2024 Jubilee year, a Catholic celebration expected to attract 35 million visitors, despite concerns about whether projects will finish on time; the city received \$2 billion in Jubilee funding and over \$3 billion in post-pandemic EU funds.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
zeit.de
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Riedbahn Reopens After Five-Month Renovation

The renovated Riedbahn railway line between Frankfurt and Mannheim reopened at midnight on December 16th after a five-month closure, with most services resuming, though some regional lines and freight traffic will be fully operational by December 24th.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
mk.ru
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Widespread Power Outages in Ukraine After Major Russian Missile and Drone Attack

A Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine resulted in widespread power outages across the country, impacting 50% of the nation's energy capacity, with 9.2 GW lost due to damaged energy blocks and targeted destruction of power substations in western regions.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
usa.chinadaily.com.cn
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South-North Water Diversion Project: A Decade of Impact

Over the past decade, the South-North Water Diversion Project has diverted 76.7 billion cubic meters of water from the Yangtze River to northern China, benefiting 185 million people and contributing to over 16 trillion yuan in GDP growth, while also restoring rivers like the Yongding.

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Clean Water and Sanitation
french.china.org.cn
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China's Fixed Asset Investment Rises 3.3% in First 11 Months of 2024

China's fixed asset investment increased by 3.3% year-on-year to 46,583.9 billion yuan in the first 11 months of 2024, driven by government policies and increased domestic demand, while real estate investment fell by 10.4%.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
kathimerini.gr
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Thessaloniki Metro Stalls, Passengers Evacuate Tunnel

A Thessaloniki metro train carrying passengers stalled in a tunnel between the Fleming and Euclid stations on Saturday afternoon due to a power outage lasting from 5:59 PM to 7:34 PM, forcing passengers to evacuate on foot; the mayor demanded explanations and improvements.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
zeit.de
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Deutsche Bahn Expands International Rail Network Amidst Price Hikes and Major Line Closure

Deutsche Bahn's new timetable introduces over 330 daily international train connections to twelve countries, including new direct routes to Paris and Amsterdam, but also includes price increases for Flexpreis and Bahncard 100 and a major disruption to the Hamburg-Berlin line for renovations starting...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
faz.net
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Deutsche Bahn's 4,000km Network Upgrade: Challenges and Delays

Deutsche Bahn plans to renovate 4,000 kilometers of its railway network by 2030, including a complete closure of the Hamburg-Berlin line from August 2025 to April 2026 for modernization, causing significant delays; the recent completion of the Riedbahn line resulted in a 1% increase in punctuality.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
mk.ru
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Russia Launches Widespread Missile Attack on Ukraine

Russia launched a large-scale missile attack across Ukraine targeting energy, transportation, and military facilities, leaving half the country without power, according to Ukrenergo, and prompting the US embassy to confirm widespread damage to key infrastructure.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Saudi Arabia to Host 2034 World Cup Amidst Human Rights Concerns

Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 men's FIFA World Cup, utilizing 15 stadiums across five cities, including a new city currently under construction, despite ongoing human rights concerns and criticism of "sportswashing".

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Reduced Inequality

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