Land reclamation has historically attracted attention as a means of transforming water into usable land. The Netherlands exemplifies this, reclaiming 20% of its territory through advanced techniques such as dikes. Currently, China stands at the forefront of these efforts, alongside urban areas in the global south that include cities in West Africa, East Asia, and the Middle East. These newly created lands are utilized for luxury residences and entertainment hubs, highlighting their role in accommodating growing urban populations.
The Netherlands is a pioneering nation in land reclamation, reclaiming 20% of its territory from the sea using dikes to control water flow.
China has become the leader in land reclamation, a practice now spreading to urban centers in the global south, including parts of West Africa and East Asia.
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