US sanctions target Iran's rail sector as Tehran shifts cargo from sea routes to overland corridors
As US sanctions expand to Iran's rail sector, Tehran is relying more heavily on overland links with China and Central Asia.
DW reports: As US sanctions expand to Iran's rail sector, Tehran is relying more heavily on overland links with China and Central Asia.
But capacity constraints, delays and costs limit rail's ability to replace maritime trade.
This travel story centres on Iran. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Tehran, China and Central Asia.
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