New Railroad To Uzbekistan May Ease Military Logistics
June 01 2010
A new railroad is being built in northern Afghanistan that could provide a boost to supply routes for coalition forces in the region, reports the Stars and Stripes.
Construction began last week. The line will link Mazar-e-Sharif with Termez, Uzbekistan.
The project will cost an estimated US$160 million, with funding from Japan and the U.S.
The railroad is also expected to improve regional trade and provide an alternative route for supplies headed for U.S. and NATO troops...
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