China Far Outranks the U.S in High-Speed Rail. Here’s Why.
China has some of the fastest – and busiest – trains in the world. But despite having some of the same technology, the U.S. has struggled to develop its own high-speed rail. WSJ explores the barriers hindering its development. Photo Illustration: Mike Janson
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U.S. vs. China
This series breaks down how the U.S. stacks up against China, as the two countries compete in the realms of technology, design, engineering, and strategy.