landmark rail link between Pakistan and Russia is set to begin

A landmark rail link between Pakistan and Russia is set to begin, with the first test cargo train expected to arrive in Pakistan by March 2025.

The train will travel through Turkmenistan and Iran before entering Pakistan via the Taftan border, marking a crucial step toward enhancing trade between the two countries.

Pakistani officials, led by Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, visited Moscow to sign a protocol on the project, although the formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is pending approval.

The rail network will utilize existing rail connections and is expected to facilitate the transport of goods like energy resources, agricultural products, machinery, and more, benefiting both countries.