Unico Play Brings Home Historic GEMA Asia Awards Wins for Kazakhstan
ALMATY – Both GEMA Asia Awards statuettes have now been delivered to Kazakhstan, as the country has earned its first-ever recognition at the prestigious competition. Local streaming platform Unico Play took home two major prizes for its marketing campaign promoting the original series “Qara Bekire” (Black Caviar).
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The project…
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ALMATY – Both GEMA Asia Awards statuettes have now been delivered to Kazakhstan, as the country has earned its first-ever recognition at the prestigious competition. Local streaming platform Unico Play took home two major prizes for its marketing campaign promoting the original series “Qara Bekire” (Black Caviar).
Photo credit: Unico Play.
The project…
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Kazakh SWAT Teams Take Top Spots at UAE International Tournament
ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s special forces teams delivered a standout performance at the UAE SWAT Challenge, taking the lead in one of the world’s most prestigious tactical competitions and outperforming 109 teams from 48 countries.
On the third day of the tournament, Kazakh units swept all three podium places in the stage Officer Rescue. Photo…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s special forces teams delivered a standout performance at the UAE SWAT Challenge, taking the lead in one of the world’s most prestigious tactical competitions and outperforming 109 teams from 48 countries.
On the third day of the tournament, Kazakh units swept all three podium places in the stage Officer Rescue. Photo…
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KASE Reports Strong Market Growth
ASTANA – Trading volume at the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE) increased by 20% year on year in 2025, while the number of transactions rose by 74% to 3.4 million (US$6,906), reflecting stronger investor activity across multiple asset classes, said Adil Mukhamejanov, chairperson of the KASE management board, on Feb. 10 in Astana.
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ASTANA – Trading volume at the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE) increased by 20% year on year in 2025, while the number of transactions rose by 74% to 3.4 million (US$6,906), reflecting stronger investor activity across multiple asset classes, said Adil Mukhamejanov, chairperson of the KASE management board, on Feb. 10 in Astana.
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Kazakhstan Expands Transplant Expertise Amid Ongoing Donor Shortage
ASTANA – More than 4,500 Kazakh citizens, including 123 children on the waiting list for organ transplants, according to the Kazakh Healthcare Ministry. More than 90% of these patients are in urgent need of a kidney transplant.
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The ministry highlighted that the shortage of donors continues to claim lives as…
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ASTANA – More than 4,500 Kazakh citizens, including 123 children on the waiting list for organ transplants, according to the Kazakh Healthcare Ministry. More than 90% of these patients are in urgent need of a kidney transplant.
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The ministry highlighted that the shortage of donors continues to claim lives as…
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Kazakhstan’s Figure Skater Mikhail Shaidorov Places Fifth in Short Program at 2026 Winter Olympics
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Mikhail Shaidorov finished fifth in the men’s short program at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Italy, earning 92.94 points on Feb. 10.
Mikhail Shaidorov at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Photo credit: Sali Sabirov/National Olympic Committee.
Ilia Malinin of the United States leads the standings with 108.16 points, followed by Japan’s…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Mikhail Shaidorov finished fifth in the men’s short program at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Italy, earning 92.94 points on Feb. 10.
Mikhail Shaidorov at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Photo credit: Sali Sabirov/National Olympic Committee.
Ilia Malinin of the United States leads the standings with 108.16 points, followed by Japan’s…
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Constitutional Commission Proposes Broader Property and Housing Guarantees
ASTANA – Members of the Constitutional Commission discussed proposals to expand protections for property and housing rights during a Feb. 10 meeting.
Constitutional Commission members discuss revisions to the draft Constitution at a meeting on Feb. 10. Photo credit: Constitutional Court.
One of the key proposals would explicitly recognize all forms of ownership in…
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ASTANA – Members of the Constitutional Commission discussed proposals to expand protections for property and housing rights during a Feb. 10 meeting.
Constitutional Commission members discuss revisions to the draft Constitution at a meeting on Feb. 10. Photo credit: Constitutional Court.
One of the key proposals would explicitly recognize all forms of ownership in…
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Elena Rybakina Marks 400th Career Win
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina, ranked third in the WTA, recorded the 400th match win of her professional career in the second round of the WTA 1000 tournament in Doha, Qatar.
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She defeated China’s Wang Xinyu, 6-2, 6-4. The win advances Rybakina to the round of 16, reported the Kazakhstan…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina, ranked third in the WTA, recorded the 400th match win of her professional career in the second round of the WTA 1000 tournament in Doha, Qatar.
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She defeated China’s Wang Xinyu, 6-2, 6-4. The win advances Rybakina to the round of 16, reported the Kazakhstan…
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Between Dollar and Dragon: Geopolitics of Rising Yuan
The U.S. dollar still anchors global finance, but the system is evolving at the margins. The Chinese renminbi remains a small reserve currency at just over 2 percent of disclosed global official reserves versus roughly 58 percent for the dollar and around 20 percent for the euro. However, its role in payments and trade…
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The U.S. dollar still anchors global finance, but the system is evolving at the margins. The Chinese renminbi remains a small reserve currency at just over 2 percent of disclosed global official reserves versus roughly 58 percent for the dollar and around 20 percent for the euro. However, its role in payments and trade…
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National Bank Governor Highlights Fiscal Consolidation, Inflation Control for 2026
ASTANA – National Bank Governor Timur Suleimenov outlined key economic priorities for 2026, focusing on fiscal consolidation, tighter control of consumer lending and coordinated anti-inflation measures, as he briefed the government’s expanded meeting on Feb. 10 in Astana.
National Bank Governor Timur Suleimenov delivers his report during an expanded government meeting on Feb. 10…
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ASTANA – National Bank Governor Timur Suleimenov outlined key economic priorities for 2026, focusing on fiscal consolidation, tighter control of consumer lending and coordinated anti-inflation measures, as he briefed the government’s expanded meeting on Feb. 10 in Astana.
National Bank Governor Timur Suleimenov delivers his report during an expanded government meeting on Feb. 10…
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Kazakhstan’s Anti-Fraud Center Logs Over 90,000 Fraud Cases Since Launch
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Anti-Fraud Center has recorded more than 111,000 incidents since its launch in July 2024, with over 90,000 cases classified as fraud, officials said at a recent briefing.
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The data was presented by Ainura Izmaylova, director of the Anti-Fraud Department at the National Payment Corporation.
The platform facilitates prompt…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Anti-Fraud Center has recorded more than 111,000 incidents since its launch in July 2024, with over 90,000 cases classified as fraud, officials said at a recent briefing.
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The data was presented by Ainura Izmaylova, director of the Anti-Fraud Department at the National Payment Corporation.
The platform facilitates prompt…
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Kazakhstan Highlights Leading Role of Women in Science on International Day
ASTANA – Today marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, established by the UN General Assembly to highlight the importance of equal opportunities in science and to inspire a new generation of girls to pursue careers in research. To mark the occasion, the Kazakh Ministry of Science and Higher Education released…
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ASTANA – Today marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, established by the UN General Assembly to highlight the importance of equal opportunities in science and to inspire a new generation of girls to pursue careers in research. To mark the occasion, the Kazakh Ministry of Science and Higher Education released…
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ERG Africa and EGC Sign MoU to Formalise Responsible Artisanal Cobalt Mining in DRC
ASTANA – Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) in Africa and Enterprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the Mining Indaba on Feb. 10 in Cape Town.
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This memorandum forms part of a public-private partnership intended to enhance the formalization, professionalization and accountability of…
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ASTANA – Eurasian Resources Group (ERG) in Africa and Enterprise Générale du Cobalt (EGC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the Mining Indaba on Feb. 10 in Cape Town.
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This memorandum forms part of a public-private partnership intended to enhance the formalization, professionalization and accountability of…
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Kazakhstan to Vote on New Constitution in March 15 Referendum
ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a decree on Feb. 11 to hold a national referendum on March 15 for the adoption of Kazakhstan’s new Constitution.
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The final draft of the new Constitution was presented to President Tokayev by Chairperson of the Constitutional Commission and Constitutional Court Elvira Azimova, Deputy…
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ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a decree on Feb. 11 to hold a national referendum on March 15 for the adoption of Kazakhstan’s new Constitution.
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The final draft of the new Constitution was presented to President Tokayev by Chairperson of the Constitutional Commission and Constitutional Court Elvira Azimova, Deputy…
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Kazakhstan Sees Positive Net Migration in 2025, Most Arrivals from CIS Countries
ASTANA – Kazakhstan saw a net migration of 16,153 people in January-December last year, with 23,761 arrivals and 7,608 departures.
Compared to 2024, arrivals decreased by 20.7% while departures fell by 40.5%. The majority of migration involved CIS countries, accounting for 81.8% of arrivals and 71.8% of departures, the Bureau of National Statistics reported…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan saw a net migration of 16,153 people in January-December last year, with 23,761 arrivals and 7,608 departures.
Compared to 2024, arrivals decreased by 20.7% while departures fell by 40.5%. The majority of migration involved CIS countries, accounting for 81.8% of arrivals and 71.8% of departures, the Bureau of National Statistics reported…
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Air Astana Expands China Network with New Astana-Guangzhou Route
ASTANA – Air Astana will launch a new route between Astana and Guangzhou starting June 2. Flights on this route will operate twice weekly using Airbus A321LR aircraft.
The new service is expected to strengthen trade, economic, business, and tourism cooperation between the two countries, reported the Transport Ministry on Feb. 10.
Starting March…
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ASTANA – Air Astana will launch a new route between Astana and Guangzhou starting June 2. Flights on this route will operate twice weekly using Airbus A321LR aircraft.
The new service is expected to strengthen trade, economic, business, and tourism cooperation between the two countries, reported the Transport Ministry on Feb. 10.
Starting March…
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Advancing Middle Corridor Integration: Azerbaijan’s Growing Role as Key Trade Gateway
On November 25, the first meeting of the Eurasian Transport Route (ETR) International Association under the chairmanship of Azerbaijan was held in Baku. The association’s meeting came amid intensified debates over the geostrategic importance of the Middle Corridor (TITR) transit route, the need to enhance trade flows between East and West, and the diversification…
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On November 25, the first meeting of the Eurasian Transport Route (ETR) International Association under the chairmanship of Azerbaijan was held in Baku. The association’s meeting came amid intensified debates over the geostrategic importance of the Middle Corridor (TITR) transit route, the need to enhance trade flows between East and West, and the diversification…
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Kazakhstan Positioned as Key Link in Eurasian Trade Routes at US Policy Event
ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s growing strategic role in the development of the Middle Corridor and broader Eurasian connectivity was highlighted during a presentation of an analytical report at the National Press Club in Washington on Feb. 10, reported the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to the U.S. Magzhan Ilyassov, emphasized that the expansion of…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s growing strategic role in the development of the Middle Corridor and broader Eurasian connectivity was highlighted during a presentation of an analytical report at the National Press Club in Washington on Feb. 10, reported the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to the U.S. Magzhan Ilyassov, emphasized that the expansion of…
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US Eyes Up to $700 Million for Kazakhstan Tungsten Project to Bolster Supply Chains
ALMATY – The United States’ International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has issued letters of interest exploring up to $700 million in financing for a tungsten mining project in Kazakhstan, the U.S. Embassy’s press service reported on Feb. 11.
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The potential financing would support Cove Kaz Capital Group’s investment in the Severniy…
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ALMATY – The United States’ International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has issued letters of interest exploring up to $700 million in financing for a tungsten mining project in Kazakhstan, the U.S. Embassy’s press service reported on Feb. 11.
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The potential financing would support Cove Kaz Capital Group’s investment in the Severniy…
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Kazakhstan, Germany Push Deeper Economic and Energy Cooperation at C5+1 Meeting in Berlin
ALMATY – Germany has described Kazakhstan as a key political and economic partner in Central Asia, as Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on Feb. 11 in Berlin ahead of the C5+1 format talks.
From L to R: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and Kazakh Foreign Minister…
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ALMATY – Germany has described Kazakhstan as a key political and economic partner in Central Asia, as Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on Feb. 11 in Berlin ahead of the C5+1 format talks.
From L to R: German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and Kazakh Foreign Minister…
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Kazakhstan Wins Gold and Silver at UAE SWAT Challenge 2026
ALMATY – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has congratulated the country’s special forces units on Feb. 12, following their standout performance at the UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 international competition in Dubai, where Kazakh teams secured both first and second place overall.
Team Kazakhstan C was declared the absolute winner of the prestigious tournament, while Kazakhstan…
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ALMATY – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has congratulated the country’s special forces units on Feb. 12, following their standout performance at the UAE SWAT Challenge 2026 international competition in Dubai, where Kazakh teams secured both first and second place overall.
Team Kazakhstan C was declared the absolute winner of the prestigious tournament, while Kazakhstan…
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