Key infrastructure unlocks trade potential: China Daily editorial chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2026-06-03 20:31

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202606/03/WS6a201eaea310d6866eb4c4af.html A crucial component of the New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor, the Pinglu Canal is a monumental Chinese infrastructure project designed to enhance trade connectivity between China and the members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. The completion of the canal's full water filling on Wednesday represents a key step toward its planned opening for full navigation in September.