Khorgas: China's key land port on border with Kazakhstan
By CCTV reporter Han Peng The city of Khorgas, once a staging post on the ancient Silk Road, is becoming a strategic land port on the border with Kazakhstan. Three years ago, the Chinese government upgraded the city to a special economic zone to boost its development. The city now plays a key role in China’s links to Central Asia. Khorgas is at the edge of China, but for many it’s become the center for them to ply their trade. Since early in the morning, thousands have crossed the border to do business in China. Some are already becoming “China hands”. While others have learned some survival skills, and can’t wait to try their luck in this new lucrative market. Kazakh Businessman said, "Kazakh food seems very popular in China now. We’re trying to make some money out of it. We earn about 1…
