Construction of the China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan Railway Has Begun

Construction of the China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan Railway Has Begun. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

The construction of the China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan railway has officially started. A cornerstone-laying ceremony was held in Jalal-Abad to mark the beginning of this strategic project.

Investment Agreement and Company Structure

An investment agreement was signed between Kyrgyzstan’s Cabinet of Ministers and the joint railway company. The company will handle the design, construction, financing, and operation of the Kyrgyz section of the railway.

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The establishment of the company was officially announced in September 2024 in Bishkek. China holds 51% of the shares, while Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan own 24.5% each.

Railway Specifications and Construction Stages

The China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan railway will have a total length of 486 kilometers. Approximately 312 kilometers will pass through Kyrgyz territory, where 18 stations, 81 bridges, and 41 tunnels are planned.

Initially, diesel locomotives will be used, but the line will later be fully electrified. This will significantly reduce operational costs and improve environmental efficiency.

Construction of the Kyrgyz section is scheduled to begin in July 2025. All work is expected to be completed by 2031, adhering to the six-year timeline.

Economic Significance of the Project

The railway route will connect Kashgar (China) to the Torugart Pass and extend through Kyrgyzstan to Andijan (Uzbekistan). The maximum train speed will be 120 km/h, with an estimated freight capacity of 12 million tons annually.

This project will strengthen economic ties between the countries, enhance the region’s transit potential, and improve transport infrastructure. Kyrgyzstan will become a key transport hub in Central Asia.

Experts highlight that the project will attract additional investments and provide long-term benefits. The China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan railway connects economies, development, and strategic cooperation.

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