Overview:
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov has ratified an agreement between the governments of China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan for cooperation on the joint railway project[1]. This ratification allows for the practical implementation of the project to begin[1].
The railway will follow the route Kashgar-Torugart-Makmal-Jalal-Abad-Andizhan, connecting the three countries[1]. It is expected to become the southern branch of the Eurasian continental bridge, providing access to markets in Southeast Asia, West Asia, Middle Eastern countries, Turkey, and eventually the European Union[1].
The project aims to boost competitiveness in international transit transportation by reducing both distance and delivery time for cargo[1]. Expert estimates suggest that the annual cargo transportation volume on this line could reach 15 million tonnes, with delivery times to end consumers reduced by seven days[1].
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