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China's ambitious upgrade of the historic Silk Road in Tajikistan is blending ancient trade routes with 21st-century infrastructure, creating a vibrant bridge between cultures. CGTN correspondent Yang Chengxi recently trekked through the Central Asian nation, revealing how modern roads and railways now weave through landscapes once traversed by camel caravans .
The project boosts connectivity between Tajikistan and neighboring states, with improved transport networks accelerating trade and tourism. Local markets buzz with cross-border exchanges—from spices to tech gadgets—while ancient caravanserais stand alongside sleek logistics hubs .
Cultural ties are thriving too: Tajik artisans collaborate with Chinese designers on fusion crafts, and language exchange programs are booming. As one resident told Yang, 'This isn’t just about roads—it’s about rediscovering shared stories.'
With 60% of Tajikistan’s major highways now upgraded through Sino-Tajik partnerships, the Silk Road’s legacy proves that history doesn’t just repeat itself—it gets a 5G upgrade .
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Cultural ties are thriving too: Tajik artisans collaborate with Chinese designers on fusion crafts, and language exchange programs are booming. As one resident told Yang, 'This isn’t just about roads—it’s about rediscovering shared stories.'
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