China has highlighted the rapid expansion of the China–Europe Railway Express, describing it as a major driver of global trade connectivity between Asia and Europe.
According to official figures, the rail network had, by December 2025, linked 128 cities across China, passed through more than 100 cities in 11 Asian countries and regions, and extended to 232 cities in 26 European countries.
Authorities say the railway system offers a cost-effective alternative to air freight while significantly reducing transit time compared to traditional sea shipping—cutting delivery times by over 65 per cent.
The rail corridor has become a central component of China’s broader international trade strategy, facilitating faster movement of goods such as electronics, machinery, and consumer products between continents.
Analysts note that the expansion of the network reflects growing demand for diversified logistics routes amid global supply chain disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and rising shipping costs.
The development is also seen as strengthening economic ties between China and European markets, while providing land-based trade options that reduce reliance on maritime routes.
𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘀𝗔𝗽𝗽 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗼 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝘀 𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽!
