Xinjiang’s Infrastructure Level Up 🚀
The latest white paper from the State Council Information Office of the Chinese mainland reveals a massive upgrade in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region’s infrastructure. From railways to 5G, the numbers are impressive:
- Railways: 9,202 km in operation by 2024, up from 4,914 km in 2012 – connecting every prefecture and 80% of county regions 🚄
- Highways: Expanded from 165,900 km to 230,000 km, making all prefectures and 90% of counties accessible by road 🛣️
- Air Routes: 595 civil air routes, including 25 international connections to 17 countries and regions ✈️
- Digital Networks: 1.78 million km of optical cables, 1000M fiber in every county, 5G in towns, and broadband in villages 📶
This all-in-one network plan – covering rail, road, air, power, gas, logistics, and computing – shows how Xinjiang is stepping into a new era of connectivity. Whether you’re a business investor eyeing Silk Road opportunities or a traveler dreaming of epic desert landscapes, these upgrades mean smoother journeys and faster links to the world.
Stay tuned as Xinjiang continues to build bridges—both physical and digital—bringing the region closer to global markets and cultural exchange. 🌍✨
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Xinjiang sees major improvements in infrastructure, says white paper
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