China–Laos Railway Becomes a Key Regional Route
15.10.2025
The China–Laos Railway maintains the vigorous growth in freight and passenger transportation, furthering regional economic connections and testing the limits of global infrastructure investment.
This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
China–Laos Railway Increases Freight Flow and Export Capacity
During the initial seven months of 2025, the queue carried 3.43 million tonnes of cargo – a 6.4% growth from the previous year. Until October, the cumulative total stood at 4.18 million tonnes, worth $2.8 billion.
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Since its launch in 2021, more than 60,000 freight trains have operated on the route, moving over 67.6 million tons of cargo. About 15 million tons came from cross-border shipments, highlighting the railway’s vital role in trade between China and Southeast Asian countries.
Increased freight volume came from larger train capacity — 2,500 to 2,800 tons — and simplified customs formalities. This helped shorten processing time and reduce operation expenditure for logistics companies.
China–Laos Railway Promotes Regional Development
Cooperation between Chinese railways operators (China Railway), Laos, Thailand, and Malaysia assisted in the rationalization of schedules and technical coordination. Consequently, passenger and freight traffic steadily expand yearly.
Passenger services also register magnificent advancements: over 80,000 trains have transported more than 59 million passengers. This validates the double role of the railway channeling the way to a major economic and socially important initiative.
Lao’s major export comprises farm produce, natural rubber, and mining products. The supplies offer stable raw materials to China while opening new markets for Laos and ensuring sustained economic growth.
The China–Laos Railway reinforces local connectivity and facilitates the building of logistics corridors and a stable long-term foundation for economic co-operation.
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What is the China–Laos Railway?
It is an international rail line of more than 1,000 km connecting China and Laos, serving both freight and passenger traffic between the two countries.
How does the China–Laos Railway affect trade?
The line significantly speeds up deliveries, lowers transport costs, and expands trade relations between Laos, China, and neighboring nations.
Will freight volumes on the China–Laos Railway continue to grow?
Yes. Experts expect further growth as demand for efficient logistics rises and infrastructure modernization continues.
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