Shanghai’s 10,000-tonne Bridge Rotates Over Maglev Line
Shanghai’s 10,000-tonne Chuansha Super Major Bridge completed a precise 60° rotation over an active maglev line in just one hour, marking a new milestone in bridge engineering.
Infrastructure
New Kilwa Fishing Port Paves Way for Tanzania Trade Boom
Tanzania’s new Kilwa fishing port, built by China Harbor Engineering Company, nears completion. Designed for 60,000 tonnes, it could create 30,000 jobs and supercharge trade across East Africa.
Ethiopia Launches Africa’s Largest Airport Project at Bishoftu
Ethiopia has started building the Bishoftu International Airport mega hub to relieve Bole Airport’s 25M-passenger capacity squeeze; set to be Africa’s largest aviation project.
Zanzibar’s First Flyover Opens, Boosting Tourism & Trade
Zanzibar’s first flyover, built by CCECC of mainland China, opened on January 6, enhancing transport, tourism and trade for sustainable development.
Ethiopia’s IR Road Reopens After Major Upgrade
Ethiopia’s Iteya–Robe road, upgraded by China Railway No.3, reopened on Dec 31, 2025, boosting regional connectivity and trade.
Dalian’s Changhai Cross-Sea Bridge Connects Final Deck Section 🌉
On January 8, 2026, engineers connected the final deck section of the Changhai Cross-Sea Bridge in Dalian, marking a major breakthrough in China’s largest artificial island highway project.
China and Ethiopia Aim for New Heights in AI, Green Energy & Trade
Wang Yi and Abiy Ahmed pledge to boost China-Ethiopia strategic partnership with new cooperation in AI, green energy, digital economy and zero-tariff trade.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Spurs National Water Network & Cross-Border Trade Push
Premier Li Qiang’s December 31 State Council meeting set bold plans for a national water network, cross-border trade boosts, and updated water supply and drug regulation frameworks.
Xinjiang Becomes an Electric Powerhouse with New 750 kV Grid ⚡
Xinjiang’s new 750 kV ultra-high-voltage grid is complete, forming a ‘seven inner loops, five outer channels’ network. The upgrade covers 1.6M km², boosting energy reliability and growth.
Russia to Invest $1.53B in 2026 for First High-Speed Rail
Russia will invest $1.53B in 2026 to build its first high-speed rail between Moscow and St. Petersburg, cutting travel to just 2h15.