In a significant move to bolster trade between Asia and Europe, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev jointly inaugurated the China-Europe Trans-Caspian Express route via video link on Wednesday.
The new trade corridor is expected to enhance connectivity and streamline the transportation of goods between China and Europe, traversing Kazakhstan and the Caspian Sea. By providing a more efficient logistics route, the express aims to reduce transit times and promote economic cooperation among the countries along its path.
President Xi Jinping highlighted the importance of the new route in fostering regional development and strengthening economic ties. He expressed confidence that the express would contribute to the prosperity of all nations involved and reinforce the commitment to open trade and mutual benefit.
President Tokayev echoed these sentiments, emphasizing Kazakhstan’s strategic role as a bridge between Asia and Europe. He noted that the Trans-Caspian Express would not only boost Kazakhstan’s economy but also facilitate greater collaboration and cultural exchange across the region.
The inauguration of the China-Europe Trans-Caspian Express route marks a milestone in international trade, offering new opportunities for businesses and investors seeking to navigate the dynamic markets of Asia and Europe.
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Xi, Tokayev attend opening ceremony of key trade route via video link
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