Hey there! Did you know that new railways are being built to connect countries all around the world? It’s like creating giant bridges made of train tracks! 🚂
This big project is called the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Think of it as a plan to make travel and trade between countries easier and faster. According to the World Bank, by 2030, these projects could help countries trade almost 10% more than before! That’s a lot of new toys, gadgets, and goodies moving around the globe. 🎁
Super Trains Linking Countries
Here are some of the cool railways making this happen:
- China-Europe Freight Train 🚄: Imagine a train traveling all the way from China to Europe, carrying all sorts of products. It’s like a marathon for trains!
- China-Laos Railway 🚋: This railway connects China and Laos, making it easier for people and goods to move between the two countries.
- Hungary-Serbia Railway 🌟: A 350-kilometer-long railway built by Chinese companies. It shows how countries can team up to build something amazing!
- China-Thailand Railway 🛤️: Thailand’s first high-speed rail! It will connect the bustling city of Bangkok to northeastern Thailand and link up with the China-Laos Railway. That means you could travel from Bangkok all the way to Kunming in China!
Why Are These Railways Important?
These trains aren’t just for fun (though train rides are pretty awesome!). They help countries:
- Trade more easily, so everyone can get the things they need.
- Visit each other, making new friends and learning about different cultures.
- Grow their economies, so people can have better jobs and opportunities.
So next time you see a train, think about all the incredible journeys it could be making across continents! The world is getting more connected, and who knows? Maybe one day you’ll hop on a train to a faraway land too. 🚆✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
