<h1>Bilateral transit project cuts 700km transport distance, operational by 2027 with port and road connectivity</h1> A bilateral multimodal transit project between two neighboring countries will become operational by 2027, reducing transportation distance by 700 kilometers. The shipping minister announced that a port facility is ready and road connectivity development is underway. The government is investing substantial funds in waterway development as part of the broader initiative. The project aims to create alternative transportation routes through Southeast Asia, connecting eastern ports to northeastern regions. Despite facing logistical and security challenges during implementation, the initiative is progressing as a friendship project between the nations. The completed project will significantly reduce transportation time and logistics costs for the northeastern region.