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Chinese Interest in Honduran Hydroelectric Projects

In the signed agreement signed, China announces its interest in investing in the projects known as Patuca I, II and III.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

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The agreement states that Chinese state-owned Sinohydro will assist Honduras in carrying out feasibility studies for the hydroelectric projects and will discuss financing with Eximbank.

"Chinese experts in partnership with Honduran colleagues have started evaluating the feasibility and maturity of the Patuca project, as well as the significant economic and social benefits it will bring," reports Proceso Digital.

Source: proceso.hn

Key entities

Sinohydro Corporation

Countries

China Honduras

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