Sichuan-Tibet Railway 'extremely challenging' project, expert says

Innovations are the key to conquering difficulties in order to build the "most challenging railway project in human history "connecting Sichuan province and the Tibet autonomous region, a political adviser said during the ongoing two sessions.

"Although China has abundant experience and capabilities in constructing all types of railways, including high-speed lines and those at high altitudes and for heavy haulage, it is insufficient to rely only on previous experience to build the Sichuan-Tibet Railway because it is extremely challenging," said Lu Chunfang, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.

Lu, who is also a member of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, made the remarks while answering China Daily's questions in a video interview during the ongoing fourth session of the 13th CPPCC National Committee.