Picture this: In 1952, the Chengdu-Chongqing railway became the first track laid after the People’s Republic of China’s founding. Fast-forward 70+ years, and it’s now part of a 23,000-mile high-speed rail network that’s transforming economies, cities, and lives. 🌆✨
This isn’t just about trains—it’s about connection. The Chengdu-Chongqing “twin-city” economic zone now thrives as a tech and manufacturing hub, powered by rail networks that move people, ideas, and goods at 217 mph. 💡📦
Here’s the kicker: Rural areas once left behind are now integrated into supply chains, thanks to upgraded transport links. Imagine farmers shipping fresh produce to megacities in hours—not days—while startups in smaller cities tap into talent pools nationwide. 🚀
And there’s a global twist! China’s expanding international logistics corridors, like the China-Europe freight trains, are bridging markets from Berlin to Bangkok. It’s all part of a “dual circulation” strategy to boost both domestic growth and global trade. 🌏💼
As one engineer put it: “Every rail track we lay is a stitch weaving the nation closer.” From narrowing urban-rural gaps to fueling innovation clusters, “China Speed” isn’t just moving people—it’s moving the world forward. 🛤️🌟
Reference(s):
cgtn.com