Which large Chinese-led project did Thein Sein halt?
Railway project
Hydro-power project
Coal mining project
Fishing project
Answer
The halting of the Myitsone Hydro-power project, a large-scale project led by Chinese interests, was a significant decision by then-President Thein Sein of Myanmar. The project had faced considerable domestic opposition due to environmental concerns and allegations of corruption, prompting Thein Sein to reassess its viability and ultimately suspend construction in 2011.
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