Kazakhstan and Tajikistan Advance Strategic Partnership After Foreign Minister’s Visit
ASTANA – Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev met with President Emomali Rahmon and Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin of Tajikistan on Feb. 16 to discuss deepening bilateral cooperation, as part of his official visit to Dushanbe.
Yermek Kosherbayev met with President Emomali Rahmon as part of his visit to Dushanbe on Feb. 16. Photo credit:…
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ASTANA – Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev met with President Emomali Rahmon and Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin of Tajikistan on Feb. 16 to discuss deepening bilateral cooperation, as part of his official visit to Dushanbe.
Yermek Kosherbayev met with President Emomali Rahmon as part of his visit to Dushanbe on Feb. 16. Photo credit:…
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Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan Target Higher Railway Freight Volumes
ASTANA — Kazakh Transport Minister Nurlan Sauranbayev held an online meeting with his Uzbek counterpart Ilkhom Makhkamov to discuss railway sector cooperation. The talks focused on enhancing Kazakhstan’s transit potential and increasing transit cargo volumes to 55 million tons.
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ASTANA — Kazakh Transport Minister Nurlan Sauranbayev held an online meeting with his Uzbek counterpart Ilkhom Makhkamov to discuss railway sector cooperation. The talks focused on enhancing Kazakhstan’s transit potential and increasing transit cargo volumes to 55 million tons.
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Central Asia Seeks Unified Strategy on Afghanistan
ASTANA – The Kazakh capital convened an extraordinary meeting of the Regional Contact Group of Special Representatives of Central Asian countries on Afghanistan on Feb. 16, with trade and economic ties as well as transit topping the agenda.
The meeting brought together the representatives of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Photo credit: Kazakh Foreign…
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ASTANA – The Kazakh capital convened an extraordinary meeting of the Regional Contact Group of Special Representatives of Central Asian countries on Afghanistan on Feb. 16, with trade and economic ties as well as transit topping the agenda.
The meeting brought together the representatives of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Photo credit: Kazakh Foreign…
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Kazakhstan’s Gas Production Hits Record While Domestic Supply Faces Growing Pressure
ASTANA – Last year, Kazakhstan’s gas sector achieved historic production levels, reaching 68.1 billion cubic meters, but rising imports and accelerating domestic tariffs highlight structural challenges in meeting internal demand.
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Kazakhstan’s natural gas production, including associated petroleum gas, surged 15% in 2025 compared with 2024, reaching 1.5 times the…
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ASTANA – Last year, Kazakhstan’s gas sector achieved historic production levels, reaching 68.1 billion cubic meters, but rising imports and accelerating domestic tariffs highlight structural challenges in meeting internal demand.
Photo credit: Pand P Studio/Shutterstock.
Kazakhstan’s natural gas production, including associated petroleum gas, surged 15% in 2025 compared with 2024, reaching 1.5 times the…
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Kuwaiti-Kazakh Diplomacy: Model for Sustainable International Cooperation
In a world accelerating with geopolitical and economic transformations, the relations between Kuwait and Kazakhstan stand out as a unique model of international partnership based on mutual respect. Despite the vast geographical distance separating the warm waters of the Arabian Gulf from the expansive steppes of Central Asia, the two countries have succeeded in…
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In a world accelerating with geopolitical and economic transformations, the relations between Kuwait and Kazakhstan stand out as a unique model of international partnership based on mutual respect. Despite the vast geographical distance separating the warm waters of the Arabian Gulf from the expansive steppes of Central Asia, the two countries have succeeded in…
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How Ballet Becomes Bridge Across Cultures in Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s creative sector is strengthening international cultural ties through ballet, as the Astana Ballet Academy hosts exchange projects with artists and schools from Spain and South Korea, bringing together diverse dance traditions and training methods.
Spanish choreographer Carlos Romero during a lesson with Astana Ballet Academy students. Photo credit: The Astana Ballet…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s creative sector is strengthening international cultural ties through ballet, as the Astana Ballet Academy hosts exchange projects with artists and schools from Spain and South Korea, bringing together diverse dance traditions and training methods.
Spanish choreographer Carlos Romero during a lesson with Astana Ballet Academy students. Photo credit: The Astana Ballet…
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President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will pay a working visit to the United States on Feb. 18–19 at the invitation of President Donald Trump to attend the inaugural Board of Peace meeting in Washington, D.C.
The summit will address stabilization efforts in Gaza and coordinated humanitarian support.
The summit will address stabilization efforts in Gaza and coordinated humanitarian support.
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Tokayev to Attend Inaugural Board of Peace Meeting in Washington This Week
ASTANA — Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will pay a working visit to the United States on Feb. 18–19 at the invitation of the United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump, the Akorda press service announced. During the visit to Washington, D.C., President Tokayev will participate in the first formal meeting of the Board of Peace, a new…
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ASTANA — Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will pay a working visit to the United States on Feb. 18–19 at the invitation of the United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump, the Akorda press service announced. During the visit to Washington, D.C., President Tokayev will participate in the first formal meeting of the Board of Peace, a new…
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Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia Deepen Strategic Partnership During Official Visit to Riyadh
ALMATY – Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia signed intergovernmental agreements on the promotion and mutual protection of investments and the establishment of a Kazakhstan–Saudi Arabia Coordination Council during Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev’s official visit to Saudi Arabia on Feb. 17.
From L to R: Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia signed intergovernmental agreements on the promotion and mutual protection of investments and the establishment of a Kazakhstan–Saudi Arabia Coordination Council during Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev’s official visit to Saudi Arabia on Feb. 17.
From L to R: Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal…
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Kazakhstan Overhauls Digital Investment Platform, Eyes $400 Billion by 2029
ALMATY – Kazakhstan will form an updated and verified pool of investment projects within its National Digital Investment Platform by April 1 to improve transparency and the effectiveness of state support measures, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov said at a Feb. 17 government meeting.
Kazakhstan will form an updated and verified pool of investment projects…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan will form an updated and verified pool of investment projects within its National Digital Investment Platform by April 1 to improve transparency and the effectiveness of state support measures, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov said at a Feb. 17 government meeting.
Kazakhstan will form an updated and verified pool of investment projects…
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Kazakhstan Expands Range of Domestically Produced Rare Metals
ALMATY – Kazakhstan has expanded its range of domestically produced rare metals, strengthening the sector’s role in economic diversification and the development of high-tech industries, Minister of Industry and Construction Yersayin Nagaspayev said at a Feb. 17 government meeting.
Minister of Industry and Construction Yersayin Nagaspayev. Photo credit: Prime Minister’s press service.
According to…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan has expanded its range of domestically produced rare metals, strengthening the sector’s role in economic diversification and the development of high-tech industries, Minister of Industry and Construction Yersayin Nagaspayev said at a Feb. 17 government meeting.
Minister of Industry and Construction Yersayin Nagaspayev. Photo credit: Prime Minister’s press service.
According to…
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Ramadan to Start Tomorrow Across Kazakhstan
ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Spiritual Administration of Muslims has officially announced that the first day of Ramadan in Kazakhstan in 2026 will fall on Feb. 19, with the first tarawih (night prayers during Ramadan) to be held on the evening of Feb. 18.
Astana Grand Mosque. Photo credit: Evgeny Tkachenko.
Despite differing practices in some…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Spiritual Administration of Muslims has officially announced that the first day of Ramadan in Kazakhstan in 2026 will fall on Feb. 19, with the first tarawih (night prayers during Ramadan) to be held on the evening of Feb. 18.
Astana Grand Mosque. Photo credit: Evgeny Tkachenko.
Despite differing practices in some…
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Almaty to Host GITEX AI Central Asia & Caucasus Exhibition in May
ALMATY – GITEX, one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, will be held in Almaty for the first time on May 4–5, marking the city’s debut as a regional hub for the globally renowned tech brand, reported the city administration’s press service on Feb. 17.
The upcoming GITEX AI Central Asia & Caucasus Kazakhstan…
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ALMATY – GITEX, one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions, will be held in Almaty for the first time on May 4–5, marking the city’s debut as a regional hub for the globally renowned tech brand, reported the city administration’s press service on Feb. 17.
The upcoming GITEX AI Central Asia & Caucasus Kazakhstan…
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🚀🇰🇿Kazakhstan’s Space Ambition: Can It Move Beyond Baikonur and Stand on Its Own?
In this episode, we go inside one of Central Asia’s most advanced aerospace facilities, speak with industry leaders and engineers, and examine what’s driving Kazakhstan’s push to become more than just the host of Baikonur.
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In this episode, we go inside one of Central Asia’s most advanced aerospace facilities, speak with industry leaders and engineers, and examine what’s driving Kazakhstan’s push to become more than just the host of Baikonur.
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Tajikistan to Install ATMs for Buying and Selling Gold Bullion
ALMATY – The National Bank of Tajikistan plans to install special ATMs that will allow individuals to buy and sell gold bullion directly, the head of the financial regulator Firdavs Tolibzoda, said at a press conference, reported the Kazinform news agency on Feb. 17.
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The new machines will…
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ALMATY – The National Bank of Tajikistan plans to install special ATMs that will allow individuals to buy and sell gold bullion directly, the head of the financial regulator Firdavs Tolibzoda, said at a press conference, reported the Kazinform news agency on Feb. 17.
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Bank CenterCredit Included in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026
ALMATY – Bank CenterCredit (BCC) has been included for the first time in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, earning international recognition for its commitment to sustainable development and environmental, social and governance (ESG) best practices, reported the bank’s press service.
The building of the bank in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Photo credit: The…
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ALMATY – Bank CenterCredit (BCC) has been included for the first time in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, earning international recognition for its commitment to sustainable development and environmental, social and governance (ESG) best practices, reported the bank’s press service.
The building of the bank in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Photo credit: The…
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EU, UN Launch Program to Advance Gender Equality, Combat Violence in Central Asia
ASTANA – The European Union (EU) and the United Nations (UN), in partnership with governments across Central Asia, have officially launched an EU-funded UN Multi-Country Program (MCP) to strengthen efforts to prevent gender-based violence and advance gender equality across the region.
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The program, titled Challenging Harmful Attitudes and Norms for Gender…
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ASTANA – The European Union (EU) and the United Nations (UN), in partnership with governments across Central Asia, have officially launched an EU-funded UN Multi-Country Program (MCP) to strengthen efforts to prevent gender-based violence and advance gender equality across the region.
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The program, titled Challenging Harmful Attitudes and Norms for Gender…
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Tokayev Urges Move From Ideological Globalism to Pragmatic Cooperation
ASTANA – The global political system is undergoing a profound transformation, calling for a shift from ideological globalism to a more pragmatic, sovereignty-based international order, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev writes in an article published on The National Interest on Feb. 18, ahead of his visit to the United States.
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ASTANA – The global political system is undergoing a profound transformation, calling for a shift from ideological globalism to a more pragmatic, sovereignty-based international order, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev writes in an article published on The National Interest on Feb. 18, ahead of his visit to the United States.
Donald Trump with Kassym-Jomart Tokayev…
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Kazakhstan Expands Digital Tenge Use Across Key Economic Sectors
ASTANA – The National Payment Corporation of Kazakhstan has outlined ongoing projects to integrate the digital tenge into multiple sectors of the economy. The digital tenge is a third form of the national currency, alongside cash and bank deposits. Issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan, it combines the advantages of both cash and…
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ASTANA – The National Payment Corporation of Kazakhstan has outlined ongoing projects to integrate the digital tenge into multiple sectors of the economy. The digital tenge is a third form of the national currency, alongside cash and bank deposits. Issued by the National Bank of Kazakhstan, it combines the advantages of both cash and…
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Newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Julie M. Stufft, during her first press briefing on Feb. 13, sent a clear message: Washington sees Astana not as a peripheral partner, but as a country with long-term strategic weight and as a “partner of choice.”
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Newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Julie M. Stufft, during her first press briefing on Feb. 13, sent a clear message: Washington sees Astana not as a peripheral partner, but as a country with long-term strategic weight and as a “partner of choice.”
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