China has established its geopolitical influence in Southeast Asia through its rail projects, which will grow further as more lines are completed [Asia-Pacific Journal].

In the Gross Regional Product (GRP) structure of the Far Eastern Federal District (FEFD), the transport industry ranks second and maintains positive growth rates. In 2022, Gross Value Added (GVA) reached a value of 915 billion rubles, an increase of 15.7% in constant prices compared to 2020.