Germany starts construction of direct power line to UK

BERLIN, May 21 (Xinhua) -- Germany started construction works on Tuesday for an electricity connection to the United Kingdom (UK).

With a length of around 720 km, the project "NeuConnect" will create a direct link between two of Europe's largest energy markets.

"The climate-neutral electricity system needs flexibility," said Minister for Economic Affairs and Climate Action Robert Habeck. "That is why we a