China's 'Loss-Making Deals': Slow Train in Xinjiang, Lifeline for Thousands
By: Global Times | Published: Jul 08, 2026 08:55 PM
China is famous for its high-speed rail. But along the southern edge of the Taklimakan Desert in Northwest China's Xinjiang, a slow train still keeps running—despite the high operational costs. So why maintain such a "loss-making" service? Check out this heartwarming story: