Since its launch in 2021, the China-Laos Railway has been more than just a transportation marvel for Yu Hanlun, a young ethnic Dai train attendant. Over the past three years, Hanlun's role on the railway has become a pathway to personal and professional self-discovery.
Working on the railway has allowed Hanlun to reconnect with her ethnic roots, fostering a deeper sense of identity and cultural pride. \"Being on the railway has given me the opportunity to meet people from different backgrounds and share my heritage,\" she shares.
Beyond cultural connections, Hanlun has gained immense confidence through her work. Managing daily operations and ensuring passenger comfort has honed her leadership and problem-solving skills. \"Each day presents new challenges, and overcoming them has made me more resilient,\" she adds.
Hanlun's journey is a testament to how large infrastructure projects like the China-Laos Railway can have profound impacts on individuals, blending career growth with personal enrichment. As the railway continues to bridge nations, stories like Hanlun's highlight the human side of these grand endeavors.
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