Hey there! Did you hear the big news? China has built a super long network of high-speed trains that stretches over 47,000 kilometers! ๐ฎ That’s like going around the Earth more than once! ๐
These high-speed trains are super fast. They help people travel quickly from one place to another. Imagine being able to visit your grandma in another city in just a few hours! ๐โโ๏ธ๐จ
China’s total railway network is about 162,000 kilometers long, and high-speed trains make up almost 30% of it. That’s a lot of tracks! ๐
But why is this important? Well, when people and things can move around faster, it’s good for everyone. More people can go on trips, businesses can send their products quicker, and new jobs are created. It’s like giving a big boost to the whole country! ๐
Experts say that for every 100 million yuan (that’s about $13.7 million) spent on high-speed train projects, it helps create over 2,200 jobs! Plus, it helps industries like building, steel-making, and manufacturing grow bigger. ๐ช
One of the cool trains is called the Fuxing high-speed train. It has over 40,000 parts and uses parts from over 2,000 suppliers! That’s a lot of teamwork! ๐ค
These trains also help connect different parts of China. When places are connected by fast trains, people can visit more easily, and businesses can work together better. It’s like bringing everyone closer! ๐ค
So next time you think about trains, remember how they’re not just for getting from point A to B. They’re helping countries grow and people stay connected! ๐โค๏ธ
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China's high-speed railway network expands to 47,000 kilometers
cgtn.com