Concerns Mount over Belt and Road Construction Practices Following Collapse of China-Built Bangkok Tower
China's global Belt and Road Initiative is under intense scrutiny here after just one structure in the Thai capital collapsed in last week's earthquake: a 30-floor building under construction by China.
Construction practices associated with China's Belt and Road Initiative have come into question following the collapse of a China-built tower in Bangkok during an earthquake last week. The incident has raised concerns about the quality and safety of infrastructure projects under the ambitious initiative.
The 30-floor building, which was still under construction, crumbled during the earthquake, sparking worries about the standards of construction and oversight in Belt and Road projects. Critics point to this event as evidence of potential shortcuts or lack of adherence to construction standards in the initiative's global ventures.
The Belt and Road Initiative, launched by China in 2013, aims to enhance global infrastructure connectivity and economic cooperation. However, this recent collapse has cast a shadow over the initiative, prompting calls for increased transparency and accountability in the construction processes.
Officials in Thailand and other countries involved in Belt and Road projects are now facing pressure to reevaluate the construction practices and safety measures employed in these large-scale infrastructure developments. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of rigorous oversight and quality control in ensuring the structural integrity of buildings within the Belt and Road framework.