August 3, 2023
PHNOM PENH – Transport experts hail the recent railway link between Cambodia and Thailand as a significant development that will boost travel, tourism and freight transport, benefiting both countries’ economies.
Sin Chanthy, president of the Cambodia Logistics Association (CLA), announced the news of the formal connectivity on July 26, highlighting its potential as a vital logistics transport line for ASEAN and China.
Chanthy noted that the development was eagerly anticipated, especially by the transport sector, as until now goods have typically been transported by truck.
“Rail transport saves more time than other means. In addition, it minimises road damage and also keeps transport fares down,” he said.
Chanthy suggested that the new rail link could expand Cambodian trade, allowing the exploration of export routes from…
