What shall we say about the shift from U.S. to Arab/Islamic dominance in this field? Also, should we mention anything about the meaning of having a "world's tallest" building? --Ed Poor Talk 11:24, 5 April 2013 (EDT)
- Is it really so important if the muslims have more tall buildings as the western civilization? --Alex00 09:23, 6 April 2013 (EDT)
I observe that the main record holders have been privately built:
- Empire State building reigned for a period of 41 years
- Sears Tower: 24 years