Aligning with goals

陈小将

The port is one of many new projects, including railways, highways, and other facilities, built under the Belt and Road Initiative.

Launched in 2013, the BRI aims to enhance global connectivity by improving trade routes and promoting economic cooperation.

The initiative aligns with Peru's goals and the needs of other South American countries, experts said.

While the Chancay Port project is a milestone for South America, under the BRI similar efforts are being made in other regions.

For instance, in Uzbekistan, PowerChina engineers are working on a power transmission project to deliver electricity from the Syrdarya thermal power plant to the Zafarabad substation.

The project, led by PowerChina, involves building two parallel 137-km 220kV transmission lines. This includes line design, the installation of towers and concrete poles, adjustments to transmission lines, and the protection of gas pipelines.

Li Xingde, the project manager, highlighted the project's contribution to the "small and beautiful" aspects of the BRI. "We are proud to be part of this effort," he said.

With 15 years of experience in Uzbekistan, Li also emphasized the company's commitment to bird conservation during construction. "We hired local environmental and bird experts to assess the project's impact. During the bird-breeding season, we avoided construction near habitats and trained workers on the importance of conservation," he told China Daily.

Sobit Mirzaev, a project assistant and translator, praised the Chinese team members for their efforts and meticulous work attitude. "They have taught me a great deal of knowledge. I value this experience a lot."

The project is scheduled to be completed this month and then handed over to local authorities.

"Once completed, it is expected to improve efficiency of local power transmission and provide reliable power," Mirzaev told China Daily. "It will also create jobs and promote social prosperity."