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快递进墨脱 跟访看巨变(人民眼·西藏自治区成立60周年)
Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-09-04 22:57

Core Viewpoint - The logistics and e-commerce landscape in Tibet, particularly in the previously isolated county of Metok, has undergone significant transformation since the opening of the Zamo Highway in 2013, enabling faster delivery times and improved access to online shopping for local residents [5][6][19]. Logistics Transformation - The establishment of local warehouses has allowed for same-day and next-day delivery services in Lhasa, with a local warehouse inventory of over 80,000 products, significantly enhancing logistics efficiency [7][8]. - The logistics industry in Tibet has seen a 38.6% year-on-year increase in online retail sales, reaching 18.07 billion yuan in the first half of the year, with physical goods accounting for 86.1% of this figure [7][8]. - The Lhasa City Investment Logistics Park has become a hub for logistics companies, reducing transportation and handling costs through centralized operations [10][11]. Transportation Improvements - The opening of high-grade roads has reduced travel time from Lhasa to Metok to approximately five to six hours, compared to previous longer durations [13][14]. - The Zamo Highway, despite its challenging terrain, has improved access and reduced delivery times, with ongoing maintenance efforts enhancing road safety and reliability [16][17]. Delivery System Evolution - The collaboration between postal services and private courier companies has optimized delivery routes, with a significant increase in the volume of packages delivered [20][21]. - The establishment of village postal stations and improved rural delivery routes has enabled a "village-to-village" delivery system, enhancing access to logistics services for rural residents [21][25]. Economic Impact - The logistics sector in Tibet is projected to handle 30.465 million packages in 2024, marking a 23.27% increase from the previous year, with revenue expected to reach 812 million yuan, a 20.4% growth [25]. - The integration of local agricultural products into the logistics network is crucial for sustainable development, with efforts to fill return trips with local goods to reduce costs [22][24].