ISLAMABAD (PEN) : Pakistan is set to modernize its outdated railway infrastructure under the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) project, which aims to enhance trade routes and streamline the movement of goods and passengers. Dr. Liaquat Ali Shah, Executive Director of the CPEC Centre of Excellence, emphasized that the Main Line-1 (ML-1) project will reduce travel time by 50% and increase freight capacity. Despite financial constraints faced by Pakistan Railways, strategic agreements have been secured for optic fiber installation along major routes, marking a significant step towards improving infrastructure and revenue generation.
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