The Chinese initiative to finance railway projects in Hungary marks a new chapter in cooperation between the two countries, providing an additional boost to infrastructure development, this is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

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Following Chairman Xi Jinping’s visit to Hungary, 18 agreements were signed, including the establishment of working groups to implement two railway construction projects.

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These projects, including the construction of a line to Budapest Airport and the V0 railway, are strategically important for improving regional transportation accessibility and promoting the Belt and Road Initiative.

The choice between a line connecting the airport to the capital’s center and a circular line linked to the Budapest-Cegléd mainline is a significant decision in terms of optimizing transportation infrastructure.

This step will reduce distance and improve airport accessibility for passengers and cargo.

Budapest, being one of the European capitals without railway connectivity to an international airport, necessitates such a project, especially considering the growing number of passengers served by Ferenc Liszt Airport.

Preference is given to constructing the V0 line along existing highways or in close proximity, saving time and resources on building new infrastructure.

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The planned increase in freight traffic on the mainline to 140 trains per day by 2050 underscores the importance of this project for trade and transport logistics in the region.

Furthermore, the construction of a railway bridge over the Danube will improve connectivity between the southern and northern parts of the country, contributing to the development of the regional economy.

Overall, Chinese investments in railway projects in Hungary not only contribute to infrastructure improvement but also strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the two countries.

The implementation of these projects will have long-term positive effects on economic development and transportation accessibility in the region.

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