The world highest

Building

Shanghai world financial center is said to be the world highest building, after its completion this year. 492 meters, invested and constructed by Japanese companies, it causes much concern after its 7 years’ postponed construction. Its design, like two Japanese bayonets upholding the rising sun, was the focus of criticism, related to Japanese invasion, Nanjing massacre etc.
The current world highest building is 101 tower in Taiwan, 480 meters or 508 meters if with antenna.

The rumored world highest is going to be a Dubai building with projected height over 700 meters, completed next year.