Kremlin Envoy Proposes 'Putin-Trump Tunnel' to Link Russia and US in $8 Billion Undersea Project
A bold proposal has been put forth by a Kremlin envoy to build an undersea tunnel connecting Siberia and Alaska, with the aim of unlocking joint resource exploration between Russia and the US. The 112-kilometer "railroad and cargo link" would not only bring two continents closer together but also serve as a symbol of unity in an increasingly divided world.
Kremlin investment envoy Kirill Dmitriev, who is also the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, has floated the idea to US billionaire Elon Musk's The Boring Company, which could potentially build the tunnel using its modern technology. In a social media post, Dmitriev tagged Musk and wrote: "Imagine connecting the US and Russia, the Americas and the Afro-Eurasia with the Putin-Trump Tunnel." He also shared a sketch of an old plan for a "Kennedy-Khrushchev World Peace Bridge" over the Bering Strait, which would serve as a precursor to his modern proposal.
US President Donald Trump expressed interest in the idea during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday. However, not everyone shares Dmitriev's enthusiasm for the project. When asked about the tunnel idea, Zelenskyy responded that he was "not happy with this idea." This reaction suggests that the proposal may face significant opposition from neighboring countries.
Russia and China are reportedly planning to expand mining operations in the Arctic region as climate change sees polar ice receding. The new tunnel project could provide a strategic advantage for these nations, allowing them to tap into the region's vast energy resources more efficiently.
While the idea of building an undersea tunnel between two continents is ambitious and costly – estimated to be around $8 billion – it could potentially unlock new opportunities for cooperation between Russia and the US. However, concerns about its feasibility, environmental impact, and geopolitical implications remain. As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and resource scarcity, the Putin-Trump Tunnel has sparked a heated debate about the future of global cooperation and competition.
As diplomatic tensions between Russia and the US continue to simmer, this proposal could be seen as an attempt by the Kremlin to reassert its influence in the region. The fact that it involves a high-profile collaboration with Elon Musk's The Boring Company adds a touch of modernity and innovation to the project. Nevertheless, the success of such a monumental undertaking will depend on various factors, including technological advancements, environmental assessments, and political will.
In the words of Dmitriev, "The time has come to do more and connect the continents for the first time in human history." Whether this vision becomes a reality remains to be seen.
A bold proposal has been put forth by a Kremlin envoy to build an undersea tunnel connecting Siberia and Alaska, with the aim of unlocking joint resource exploration between Russia and the US. The 112-kilometer "railroad and cargo link" would not only bring two continents closer together but also serve as a symbol of unity in an increasingly divided world.
Kremlin investment envoy Kirill Dmitriev, who is also the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, has floated the idea to US billionaire Elon Musk's The Boring Company, which could potentially build the tunnel using its modern technology. In a social media post, Dmitriev tagged Musk and wrote: "Imagine connecting the US and Russia, the Americas and the Afro-Eurasia with the Putin-Trump Tunnel." He also shared a sketch of an old plan for a "Kennedy-Khrushchev World Peace Bridge" over the Bering Strait, which would serve as a precursor to his modern proposal.
US President Donald Trump expressed interest in the idea during a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday. However, not everyone shares Dmitriev's enthusiasm for the project. When asked about the tunnel idea, Zelenskyy responded that he was "not happy with this idea." This reaction suggests that the proposal may face significant opposition from neighboring countries.
Russia and China are reportedly planning to expand mining operations in the Arctic region as climate change sees polar ice receding. The new tunnel project could provide a strategic advantage for these nations, allowing them to tap into the region's vast energy resources more efficiently.
While the idea of building an undersea tunnel between two continents is ambitious and costly – estimated to be around $8 billion – it could potentially unlock new opportunities for cooperation between Russia and the US. However, concerns about its feasibility, environmental impact, and geopolitical implications remain. As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and resource scarcity, the Putin-Trump Tunnel has sparked a heated debate about the future of global cooperation and competition.
As diplomatic tensions between Russia and the US continue to simmer, this proposal could be seen as an attempt by the Kremlin to reassert its influence in the region. The fact that it involves a high-profile collaboration with Elon Musk's The Boring Company adds a touch of modernity and innovation to the project. Nevertheless, the success of such a monumental undertaking will depend on various factors, including technological advancements, environmental assessments, and political will.
In the words of Dmitriev, "The time has come to do more and connect the continents for the first time in human history." Whether this vision becomes a reality remains to be seen.