China is forerunner in HSR project

China leads the way: Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai inspecting a model at the launch of China High Speed Rail Exhibition at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre in December last year. It is undeniable that China garners the most support in the bid for the HSR project, beating countries such as Japan.

In just 13 years since rolling out its first high speed train, the republic has become the system’s fastest developer in the world. Now, it is eyeing a spot in Malaysia-Singapore’s rail project and its chances are bright indeed.

WITHIN a span of four months, China’s state-owned conglomerates have made acquisitions in Malaysia with value totalling RM25bil. Most analysts see this as laying the ground for its bid for the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High Speed Rail (HSR) project planned for launch within one to two years.