Foreign media: Chinese enterprises are showing growing interest in transporting goods to the west via the Northern Sea Route (NSR). According to Rosatom, the operator of this route, the number of voyages by Chinese enterprises through NSR this summer-autumn season is expected to increase by about 1.5 times compared to last year. The NSR is the shortest route between the Asia-Pacific and Western Eurasia, with steadily increasing freight volume. In 2024, it completed 92 voyages, carrying over 3 million tons of cargo, setting a record. To cope with the growth, Rosatom is increasing the number of nuclear-powered icebreakers. The NSR is the shortest maritime route between the Asia-Pacific and Western Eurasia, with steadily rising freight volume. In 2024, Russia's energy exports to China dominated the transit transportation on this route, accounting for as high as 95%. Among them, crude oil transport was 1.89 million tons, the largest proportion; bulk commodities such as iron ore, coal, and fertilizers accounted for the secondary cargo sources, with a total of 0.877 million tons. Original article: https://www.toutiao.com/article/1834829235147783/ Disclaimer: This article represents the author's personal views.