$11-billion Pinglu Canal in southwest China starts operations

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The $11-billion Pinglu Canal in southwestern China commenced operations after four years of construction. The 134-kilometer canal connects Nanning to coastal regions, providing a new trade route for landlocked areas to overseas markets, especially Southeast Asia.

Pinglu Canal in southwestern China started operations on 16 September after completing four years of construction, creating a shortcut from the country’s landlocked region to the coast and overseas markets, particularly southeast Asia, according to the local government of Nanning. The 134-kilometer (km) canal connects Nanning – the capital of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region – ...