Onwards and upwards

The opening of the railway lines brought cities closer together and enhanced their sharing of talented workers and logistics. They also help promote the development of Jilin's local tourism and the industrial transformation and upgrading of northeastern China. The history of railways in Jilin is the epitome of the province's forty years of social and economic development. Eyes are now on Jilin to see what the future of the dedicated province holds.

Passengers line up at the entrance of Changchun Railway Station in Changchun, Jilin province. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]