Russia and Pakistan are working on launching the first cargo railway…
Russia and Pakistan are working on launching the first cargo railway route, said Russia's ambassador to Pakistan, Khorev, to Izvestia.
Consensus
- Russia and Pakistan are collaborating on creating a freight railway route between Moscow and Faisalabad and Karachi.
- The project is being developed in both directions.
- Discussions are ongoing about involving Belarus in the project.
- Contract work is underway, and companies interested in freight transport are being sought.
- The initiative has been delayed due to geopolitical tensions in 2025 and 2026.
Points of divergence
- Pakistan may begin negotiations with Russia on importing Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG). — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Freight rail transport may begin between Russia and Pakistan — Вести
- Russia and Pakistan are working on launching the first freight rail route, said Russian ambassador to Pakistan Khorov to Izvestia. — ТАСС (Telegram)