Caspian Sea International Transport Corridor Thriving

      On July 10, the CRE train X8069, loaded with auto parts and electrical products, departed from Putian Railway Station under CR-Zhengzhou. It will exit through the Horgos Port, cross the Caspian and Black Seas, and eventually reach Istanbul, Turkey.

　　The domestic political stability and favorable geopolitical environment of the countries along the Caspian Sea International Transport Corridor enhance its strategic value, especially against the backdrop of unresolved Russia-Ukraine conflict, escalating Israel-Palestine tensions, and challenging Afghanistan reconstruction. With the deepening integration of the "Belt and Road" Initiative (BRI) and the Caspian Sea International Transport Corridor, the regional advantages, hub roles, and trade potential of Central Asia and the Caucasus will be further unleashed. This will elevate the level of trade and cultural exchanges between Asia and Europe, promoting the construction of a closer Eurasian community with a shared future. Amid the deepening economic integration of the Eurasian continent, multiple Eurasian transport routes are flourishing. The Caspian Sea International Transport Corridor stands out due to its shorter distance and lower security risks. Major global economies like China, the European Union, and the United States are paying close attention, and the countries along the route pay high attention to its development. The prospects for the Caspian Sea International Transport Corridor are promising.

　　Although the "Middle Corridor" currently cannot challenge the traditional Eurasian transport routes like the Russian Eurasian Land Bridge in terms of freight volume, its rapid development significantly enhances the diversification and stability of trade routes for many countries at both ends of the Eurasian continent. With the deepening integration of the BRI and the Caspian Sea International Transport Corridor, the regional advantages, hub roles, and trade potential of Central Asia and the Caucasus will be further unleashed. This will elevate trade and cultural exchanges between Asia and Europe, promoting the construction of a closer Eurasian community with a shared future.