客货两旺！上半年中老铁路跨境运输创历史新高

Core Insights - The cross-border transportation via the China-Laos Railway has reached a historical high in the first half of the year, with significant increases in both passenger and freight traffic [1] Passenger Traffic - As of June 30, 2023, over 145,000 individuals from 91 countries and regions have crossed the border at the Mohan railway port, marking a year-on-year increase of 16% in inbound and outbound personnel [1] - The number of trains operating for cross-border travel reached over 4,400, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 6.4% [1] Freight Traffic - In the first half of the year, the import and export freight volume via the China-Laos Railway exceeded 3.3 million tons, representing a year-on-year increase of over 9% [1] - By June 2023, the total cross-border freight volume surpassed 13 million tons, covering 12 countries involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, including Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam [1] - The variety of transported goods has expanded from over 10 initial categories, such as rubber and fertilizers, to more than 3,000 categories, including electronics, photovoltaics, communications, and automobiles, significantly enhancing industrial capacity and international trade along the route [1]