According to preliminary data released by the Bureau of National Statistics, Kazakhstan’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 6% from January to May 2025 compared to the same period last year. This robust growth reflects accelerated expansion across several key sectors, including industry, construction, trade, transport, and communications. Strong Sectoral Performance Drives Growth Industrial production increased by 6.4%, with growth recorded in 17 regions. The Zhambyl Region led with a 22.9% rise, supported by increased activity in mining, fertilizer production, cement, and sugar manufacturing. Other notable contributors included Turkistan and Jetisu Regions (+14.8%), Almaty city (+14.1%), and Shymkent (+18.9%). The agriculture sector posted a 4.0% increase, up slightly from...

A modern container terminal, ZHETYSU, has opened in Almaty. This large-scale infrastructure project is the result of an international partnership between a subsidiary of NC KTZ JSC — Kedentransservice JSC — and the Chinese company Xi’an Free Trade Port Construction and Operation Co., Ltd. Located at the intersection of major transport routes, the terminal has a design capacity of 115,000 TEU per year and is set to become a strategic hub for consolidating cargo flows and the largest import center in Kazakhstan. The terminal will enhance transport connectivity and help reduce logistics costs. On the day of the opening, the first container train from the Kazakh-Chinese cargo terminal in Xi’an (PRC) arrived at the facility. The event was attended by Nurlan Zhakupov, Chairman of th...

London, UK, 13th June 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, In today’s fast-paced and increasingly complex financial markets, automation is no longer just an option. It has become a necessity for traders who want to remain competitive, consistent, and confident in their strategies. At the center of this transformation is EA Automatic, a technology-driven trading company that is helping both novice and experienced traders move beyond traditional tools and into the future of intelligent trading. The company does not simply offer trading bots. Instead, EA Automatic delivers highly personalized and sophisticated algorithmic strategies that align with each trader’s financial goals, risk tolerance, and preferred trading style. These strategies are not built on trends or guesswork. They are engineered through ye...

2024 K-POP Performance Highlights @ Boryeong Festival Tourism Foundation. From July 25 to August 10, 2025, South Korea’s iconic Boryeong Mud Festival returns to Daecheon Beach, drawing visitors from around the globe for two weeks of mud-soaked fun, wellness, and entertainment. Since its launch in 1998, the festival has attracted over two million attendees, earning worldwide fame for its mineral-rich mud. Festival-goers can dive into the Mud Experience Zone, featuring giant mud slides, sprawling mud pools, and friendly mud-based competitions. Families and pet owners are also welcome, with dedicated Kids and Pet Zones ensuring everyone can join in the festivities. For those seeking adventure, unique experiences such as the Jeep Track and Sky Bike are also available. Daecheon Bea...

In today’s world, where trends shift as swiftly as the stock market, Eli Preme stands out as a symbol of resilience and adaptability. Initially making waves in the highly competitive sneaker reselling market, Eli’s talent for spotting hot commodities and his A-list clientele quickly made him a household name among sneaker lovers. Yet, like the market he excelled in, Eli faced a downturn: a rapid decline in sneaker values compounded by personal and financial challenges. Rather than succumbing to adversity, Eli Preme chose to reinvent himself. Eli’s transformation story is a masterclass in boldness and innovation. Confronted with a daunting surplus of depreciating sneakers, Eli made the audacious decision to liquidate his stock, raising over $200,000. This capital became his gateway into t...

Brooklyn, NY — In the heart of Red Hook, Brooklyn—a neighborhood long defined by resilience and renewal—an extraordinary story is unfolding. It’s the story of Boubacar Gueye, the 21-year-old founder and CEO of FINJPX Capital Management, who is redefining what it means to lead, invest, and give back—all with the backing of the legendary Judge Alex M. Calabrese, a pioneer of restorative justice in New York. Armed with vision, discipline, and a sense of destiny, Boubacar arrived in Red Hook at just 19 through a New York City Department of Education initiative. Under the mentorship of educator Alberth Haggerty, he began studying business—but Boubacar didn’t wait for permission to lead. He got to work. He launched Green Liberty Business Development, a community-first company that help...

Portal to Bitcoin, a decentralized finance (DeFi) technology company, today announced a strategic integration with Babylon Genesis, the pioneer of trustless Bitcoin staking. Now available is the industry’s first modular, fully custody-less cross-chain infrastructure stack. This solution is purpose-built to scale DeFi on the bedrock of Bitcoin security. Through Babylon Genesis’s staking and timestamping protocols and Portal’s BitScaler-powered Channel Factory, Bitcoin holders can now secure proof-of-stake (PoS) validators with native BTC, execute instant bridgeless atomic swaps between BTC and assets such as ETH and SOL, and record validator signatures and decentralized exchange (DEX) trades immutably on the Bitcoin network. Chandra Duggirala, Co-founder and CEO of Portal to Bitcoin, adde...

The Chinese mainland and Taiwan share deep-rooted cultural bonds, and ongoing exchanges across the Straits continue to strengthen these ties in the contemporary world. CGTN’s Liu Xin embarks on a fascinating journey to locations that have recently gone viral in the digital age. In this series, she meets three young professionals from Taiwan to explore how Chinese traditions are reimagined through modern lenses and how they continue to still weave an unbreakable connection across the Taiwan Straits. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPQc2CQF5Qs Gaming: A Tribute to Classic Tales The video game Black Myth: Wukong, inspired by the Chinese classic novel Journey to the West, has captivated global gamers since its debut in 2024. Wen Huan, a makeup artist from Taipei, is one of its passiona...

United States, 12th Jun 2025 – Candorale, an emerging leader in the online shopping space, proudly announces the official launch of its dynamic e-commerce platform candorale.com, which offers customers an unmatched range of quality products and a hassle-free shopping experience. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and convenience, Candorale is setting new benchmarks for online retail excellence. In a digital age where consumers demand both variety and ease, Candorale delivers on all fronts. The platform is thoughtfully designed to serve as a one-stop-shop for modern consumers seeking premium products across multiple categories, including fashion, electronics, home goods, beauty, lifestyle essentials, and more. Whether you’re hunting for the latest fashion trends or upgrading your h...

United States, 12th Jun 2025 – Wimbly, a dynamic new player in the eCommerce landscape, has officially launched its online store, offering consumers an accessible and affordable way to shop across a wide range of product categories. The new website, available at wimblyshop.com, provides customers with a seamless shopping experience and a diverse selection of items including home goods, personal tech, lifestyle accessories, and everyday essentials—all at competitive prices. Designed with the modern shopper in mind, Wimbly focuses on combining convenience, value, and variety. Whether a customer is looking to update their home space, find the latest mobile accessories, or browse through useful kitchen tools and gadgets, Wimbly aims to be the go-to destination for affordable quality. The plat...