Nepal-China connection

The Chinese Government is building a 100m long bridge over the Trishuli River that will improve connections from Nepal-China. The structure will be located in Rasuwaghadi and the project has been planned after both countries agreed a deal for this second friendship bridge. The bridge is expected to cost US$ 1.42 million and its construction is being funded by the Chinese Government. The new link will connect the Rasuwaghadi Highway with China and is expected to help develop cross-country trade and transport
May 14, 2012 Read time: 1 min
The Chinese Government is building a 100m long bridge over the Trishuli River that will improve connections from Nepal-China. The structure will be located in Rasuwaghadi and the project has been planned after both countries agreed a deal for this second friendship bridge. The bridge is expected to cost US$ 1.42 million and its construction is being funded by the Chinese Government. The new link will connect the Rasuwaghadi Highway with China and is expected to help develop cross-country trade and transport. Of the six major entry points between Nepal-China; this asphalt surfaced road forms part of the Silk Road between Nepal and China, connecting Syprubesi with Rasuwaghadi, Nepal. Although the cost of the project is small, the benefit it will bring to the local economy on both sides of the border will be enormous.managing director.

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