The Brahmaputra River, a major transboundary river flowing through China, India, and Bangladesh, is at the heart of China’s ambitious dam project, which have raised significant geopolitical and environmental concerns. As one of the world’s most critical water resources, the river’s future is now a point of contention, particularly for downstream nations like India and Bangladesh. The ongoing developments could trigger geopolitical conflict over water rights and resource management, with far-reaching implications not just for South Asia, but also for the Indo-Pacific region. This project has become a global concern, as the delicate balance of water security, ecological sustainability, and regional stability hangs in the balance