中方谈中老铁路开行货物列车突破6万列：愿与各方深化互联互通

Core Points - The China-Laos Railway has successfully operated over 60,000 freight trains, achieving double-digit growth in freight volume for three consecutive years, establishing itself as a "golden passage" connecting China and ASEAN countries [1][2] - The railway serves as a model for the Belt and Road Initiative and promotes regional economic integration between China and ASEAN, with significant advancements in practical cooperation across various fields [1] - Trade between China and ASEAN is projected to reach nearly $1 trillion in 2024, with both parties being each other's largest trading partners for five consecutive years [1] - By July 2025, cumulative bilateral investment is expected to exceed $450 billion, highlighting the deepening economic ties [1] - The "China-ASEAN Year of Cultural Exchange" series of events will be held from 2024 to 2025, enhancing people-to-people connections [1] - Collaborative efforts in digital economy, artificial intelligence, and new energy sectors are being emphasized to drive regional development [1] - The recent 22nd China-ASEAN Expo showcased nearly 70 new products, reflecting the potential for new opportunities and cooperation between China and ASEAN [1]