As China’s metro costs rise, Shanghai considers first fare increase since 2005
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Source: South China Morning Post
Published: 2026-07-30 21:30 UTC+10:00
Section: Shentong Metro
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Culture & Entertainment, Asia, Economy & Finance, China, Business & Economy, Asia Pacific
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Surging operational costs and strained municipal budgets are forcing mainland transit authorities to review long-suppressed fares
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