KL-Bangkok cargo rail link to boost regional trade

KL-Bangkok cargo rail link to boost regional trade

KUALA LUMPUR: The government plans to introduce a direct cargo rail service between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok to enhance trade with Thailand and support deeper ASEAN economic integration. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd

‘Direct KL-Bangkok cargo rail to boost Asean trade’

SEREMBAN, May 4 — The government plans to introduce a direct cargo rail service between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok to enhance trade between Malaysia and Thailand, while supporting deeper Asean economic integration. Transport Minister Anthony Loke said the proposal has been approved by the Cabinet and fully supported by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. The service is set to start this year. “As Asean chair, we want to see increased intra-re…

Thailand, Malaysia to enhance cross-border transport links

Thailand, Malaysia to enhance cross-border transport linksLegacyThe Thai government is working towards enhanced collaboration with Malaysia to improve infrastructure and cross-border connectivity, with a focus on connecting roads and railways. Transport Minister Suriya Juengrunreangkit hosted Malaysian Transport Minister Anthony Loke in Bangkok on May 2, where both parties discussed improving transport networks for faster and safer travel and fr…