Alataw Pass in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region solidified its position as China's premier cross-continental logistics hub last year, processing a record 6,408 China-Europe freight trains in 2025. The strategic gateway now accounts for nearly 30% of all China-Europe rail cargo movement nationwide.
Through innovative 'smart rail port' systems and streamlined customs procedures implemented throughout 2025, the border crossing reduced average clearance times by 40% compared to previous years. The operational upgrades have enabled reliable delivery of over 200 product categories ranging from automotive parts to renewable energy components across 21 countries.
With 128 active freight routes currently operating through the pass, including new connections to Budapest and Milan added last year, Alataw continues driving regional economic integration under the Belt and Road Initiative. Local authorities report sustained growth in first-quarter 2026 figures, with agricultural exports from Central Asian neighbors showing particular momentum.
