side, which views such proposals as propaganda. In addition to political factors, the project is generally not considered realistic due to technical and cost concerns.

Proposals

First proposed in 1996, the project has since been subject to a number of academic discussions, including by the China Railway Engineering Society. The route between Pingtan and Hsinchu has been proposed because of its short distance and its relative geological stability (in a region frequented by earthquakes).

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