The 140km distance between Wuxi and Shanghai was covered in just 42 minutes, a testament to China’s remarkable advances in transportation technology. Photo: Supplied
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With a maximum speed of over 350km/h and so steady that one could balance a euro coin upright without it toppling over, the train offered more than just rapid transit. Its spacious interior, pristine cleanliness and generous legroom provided an experience of comfort and convenience that is hard to surpass.
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