The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link is redefining travel in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, cutting the journey from Shenzhen to Zhongshan from 2 hours to just 30 minutes! 🚀 This 24-km marvel features two bridges, two artificial islands, and an eight-lane tunnel with underwater channels, boosting connectivity like never before.
In just one year, the link has seen impressive growth. Over 20,000 vehicles crossed by noon on a recent day, pushing this year's total to over 16 million vehicles. The daily traffic record hit a peak of 181,600 vehicles on May 1, highlighting the project’s role as a key driver of regional progress.
Beyond faster travel, the link has streamlined over 300 cross-city government service items, simplifying administrative procedures for residents and businesses. With more than 48,000 acres of industrial land consolidated in Zhongshan, companies are thriving. As Liao Lei, manager of a local electronics firm, noted, "We moved our manufacturing base to Zhongshan while keeping our headquarters in Shenzhen. We are very confident about the future."
This iconic project is not just about infrastructure—it’s about fostering innovation and integration across borders. For tech-savvy and socially conscious professionals in South and Southeast Asia, developments like these underscore how modern connectivity can drive economic growth and create more opportunities for regional collaboration. 🌏
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China's Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link deepens Greater Bay Area integration
cgtn.com
