China Unveils World's Longest Expressway Tunnel, Cuts Xinjiang Travel to 20 Mins
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News18•05-01-2026, 18:01
China Unveils World's Longest Expressway Tunnel, Cuts Xinjiang Travel to 20 Mins
- •China inaugurated the 22.13 km Tianshan Shengli Tunnel on December 26, the world's longest expressway tunnel.
- •It connects northern and southern Xinjiang, reducing travel time between the regions from hours to just 20 minutes through the tunnel.
- •Built at 3000m altitude in a high seismic zone, the tunnel withstands extreme temperatures down to -42°C.
- •The $5 billion project, part of the Urumqi-Yili Expressway, was completed by 3000 workers in 5 years.
- •Located 1000-1500 km from India's LAC, the tunnel has no direct impact on India.
Why It Matters: China's new Tianshan Shengli Tunnel drastically cuts travel time in Xinjiang, showcasing engineering prowess.
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