Russia and Uzbekistan Partner on Afghanistan-Trans Railway Project

Denis Manturov, Russia's First Deputy Prime Minister, announced that Russia and Uzbekistan are collaborating on the construction of the Afghanistan-Trans railway within Uzbekistan, The Caspian Post reports citing foreign media.

Manturov made this statement during the 25th session of the Intergovernmental Commission on Cooperation between Russia and Uzbekistan, held on Tuesday, December 10.

He emphasized, "We are paying special attention to the development of international transport corridors, including the use of new routes through the Caspian Sea. Joint work is underway to prepare the technical and economic plans for the Afghanistan-Trans railway project."

Previously, Russia had also confirmed its participation in the Afghanistan-Trans railway project.

Alexey Overchuk, Russia"s Deputy Prime Minister, stated that the Afghanistan-Trans railway project will improve connectivity in the Central Asia and Eurasia regions.

The Afghanistan-Trans railway project was initially proposed in 2018 between Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Uzbekistan, aiming to link Central Asia with Pakistan"s seaports.

The project, which is expected to cost over $4.5 billion, will stretch 573 kilometers and is set to significantly enhance regional connectivity.