HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The railway network serves as the backbone of the public transport system in Hong Kong. MTR Corporation ("the Corporation") has been building and connecting communities through its railway network and driving the development of Hong Kong. It has also been nurturing railway talents, advancing industry standards, and fostering exchanges through its MTR Academy. Riding on the Belt and Road Week to be held in Hong Kong in early September 2024, the Corporation and the MTR Academy will host the "Belt and Road Railway Forum" with the theme of "How Public Transport Contributes to Building & Connecting Communities" on 13 September, bringing together industry professionals from countries along the Belt and Road for interactive exchange.

"Railways serve as powerful catalysts for the growth of many cities. A robust railway network not only enhances mobility and contributes to economic and social advancement, but also shapes urban development. While MTR is celebrating its metro serving Hong Kong for 45 years, I look to our 'Belt and Road Railway Forum' as a pivotal platform for connecting railway professionals from different regions to explore the essential role of public transport in urban development. It will also facilitate exchanges on innovative railway technology and industry best practices, driving future global railway development," said Dr Rex Auyeung, Chairman of MTR Corporation.

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