Hey everyone, exciting news from the trade tracks! 🚂 In a major milestone, Alashankou and Horgos—two key railway hubs in the northwest region of the Chinese mainland's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region—have recorded over 10,000 China-Europe freight train trips so far this year.
This impressive figure means that since the beginning of 2025, more than half of all China-Europe freight trains have flowed through these strategic ports, bolstering the global supply chain and keeping international trade on track. Alashankou, also known as Alataw Pass, now operates 124 train routes connecting 21 countries, including hotspots like Germany and Poland. Meanwhile, Horgos handles 89 routes serving 18 countries and 46 cities and regions abroad.
With Alashankou's cargo volume reaching over 9.77 million tonnes—a year-on-year increase of 3.7%—and Horgos seeing a surge of 20.3% to 7.96 million tonnes compared to the same period last year, these achievements are fueling dynamic changes in global logistics. Whether you're into the buzz of international trade, a young entrepreneur looking to track market trends, or a curious explorer of global affairs, this news is a reminder of how fast our world is connecting. 🌐
Stay tuned for more updates as these developments continue shaping the future of global commerce. 🚀
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Xinjiang railway ports see over 10,000 China-Europe freight trains
cgtn.com
