The Belt and Road Initiative has ushered in a transformative era of connectivity, with the network of railways linking Chinese and European cities emerging as a groundbreaking project. Today, an extensive web of rail lines seamlessly connects over 200 European cities to more than 100 Chinese ones. This intricate system facilitates the movement of a wide array of goods, ranging from auto parts to medical equipment. How did this China-Europe Railway Express become a reality? What does it mean for us to see a more connected Eurasian continent?