China-built railway boosts travel and tourism


Efficient transportation: The Chinese-built railway brings hopes of an economic boost to the landlocked nation. — AFP

THE China-Laos Railway has significantly bolstered passenger transportation, greatly facilitated travel, and helped promote tourism in Laos since its launch in December 2021.

The China-Laos railway has shortened the travelling time between cities along the route, enabling people along the line to seek education, visit families or receive medical attention a lot faster.

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