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New Railway to Strengthen Afghanistan Regional Links

Afghanistan’s push to develop reliable, safer, sustainable transport systems that boost growth, and increase connectivity with neighboring countries is getting support from a $165 million Asian Development Bank (ADB) grant. The funds will be used to build a 75 kilometer single line railway between Hairatan – a northern town at the border with Uzbekistan that […]

Raising Rail Safety in the People’s Republic of China

As the People's Republic of China expands its rail network and adds high-speed trains, an ADB loan is helping upgrade technology and increase security.

Preserving PRC’s Silk Road

In the People's Republic of China’s (PRC) Gansu province, cultural heritage protection was underfunded and tourism infrastructure underdeveloped. The Silk Road project is changing the province’s approach to conservation and development.

Afghanistan: Improved Roads Unlocks Access to Services and Opportunities

The freshly paved Spin–Boldak road has improved access to essential facilities and services for thousands of villagers in Kandahar Province, helping residents save on transport costs and promoting commerce.