Beirut: Bahaa Hariri wrote today on his platform "X" account: "We welcome the draft preliminary agreement between Turkey, Syria, and Jordan to revive the historic Hejaz Railway. Restarting this line holds great strategic and economic value for the peoples of the region and contributes to strengthening regional connectivity, which benefits all our countries, including Lebanon."
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the revival of the Hejaz Railway is seen as a significant step towards enhancing the economic and strategic collaboration among the involved nations. The agreement aims to restore a historic transport link that once played a pivotal role in connecting various parts of the Middle East. This initiative is expected to facilitate improved trade routes and foster closer ties among Turkey, Syria, Jordan, and Lebanon.
The Hejaz Railway, originally constructed in the early 20th century, served as a critical infrastructure project that connected the region before falling into disuse. The revival project is anticipated to bring a renewed sense of unity and economic opportunity, benefiting the countries it connects through increased accessibility and cooperation.