"It"s interesting to know that Chinese engineers have worked with academia and top technology universities to tackle the issues," Lee said.

　　"I understand that it will be very important for the economy in Guangxi, in [Southwest China"s] Guizhou Province, and in [Southwest China"s] Yunnan Province. I have traveled a lot in China, seeing that some southern parts have not developed as fast as northern or eastern parts. I think the Pinglu Canal will make a big difference."

　　For its achievement, the Pinglu Canal Project was awarded the Green Design International Award by the World Green Design Organization on Tuesday, according to the Beijing-based stdaily.com.