Kirill Dmitriev, Special Representative of the President of Russia for Investment and Economic Cooperation with Foreign Countries and head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), has proposed the construction of a tunnel that would connect Russia and Alaska. Dmitriev believes that this project should be named after the presidents of Russia and the United States — Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump.
Imagine the "Putin-Trump" tunnel connecting Russia and the United States. Let's build the future together! This would not only change world trade, it would change everything for the better.
The head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund stated that the structure connecting the two states could be erected in less than eight years. This would allow for the joint development of natural resources. Russian-American projects will contribute to job creation and economic stimulus.
Dmitriev's proposal has caused a wide resonance in political and economic circles. Experts note that the implementation of such a large-scale project is associated with a number of technical and geopolitical difficulties. In particular, it is necessary to take into account the harsh climatic conditions of the region, seismic activity, and security issues.
The question of building a tunnel between Russia and Alaska has been regularly raised for many years. In the past, similar projects have been discussed, but have not been implemented due to high costs and geopolitical risks.
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