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Core Insights - The China-Laos Railway has seen significant growth in passenger traffic, with over 80,000 trains operated and more than 59 million passengers sent as of September 20, 2023 [1][3] - The introduction of international passenger trains between Kunming and Vientiane has greatly facilitated cross-border travel and tourism for citizens of both countries [1][3] Passenger Traffic Growth - Since its opening nearly four years ago, the railway has experienced a robust increase in passenger volume, with monthly passenger numbers rising from 600,000 to over 1.6 million [3] - The domestic segment has increased daily train operations from 8 to a peak of 86, cumulatively sending 48.6 million passengers [3] - The Laos segment has expanded its daily train operations from an initial 4 to a peak of 18 [3] Service Enhancements - To meet travel demand, the railway department has optimized train schedules, increasing the number of cross-border passenger seats from 250 to 420 per day, and the number of entry and exit passengers from 300 to a maximum of 1,300 [3] - Special tourist trains such as "Starry Sky·Lancang-Mekong," "Train Tour in Yunnan," and "Elephant Journey" have been launched, along with dedicated ticket purchase windows for international travelers at stations [3] - The railway has also introduced foreign bank card payment options and supports various foreign traveler identification for ticket purchases, enhancing the overall travel experience [3]