Kazakhstan

Tokayev and Guterres Discuss UN Reform and Open Regional Center in Almaty

Kazakhstan's economy grows 5% in 2024, beating expectations

Kazakhstan's economy expanded by 5% in 2024, outpacing the earlier forecast of 4.8%, according to the Ministry of National Economy.

Kazakhstan submits proposal to U.S. after new tariffs take effect

Kazakhstan has sent an official proposal to the United States seeking fairer trade terms after new U.S. tariffs on some Kazakh exports took effect, its Trade and Integration Ministry said.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres to visit Kazakhstan

UN Secretary-General António Guterres is set to visit Almaty, Kazakhstan, on 3 August, to meet with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

Trump's nominee spoke about 'new era of commercial and energy cooperation' with Kazakhstan

Julie Stufft, U.S. President Donald Trump’s nominee for Ambassador to Kazakhstan, outlined her priorities during a Senate Foreign Relations Committee confirmation hearing, pledging to support 'America's growing strategic partnership with Kazakhstan.

Kazakhstan ramps up uranium production as prices fall

Kazakhstan ramped up uranium production by 13% in the first half of 2025, according to Kazatomprom, the world’s largest uranium producer, reinforcing its position as a global nuclear fuel supplier despite falling market prices and weak sales.

Kazakhstan to boost BTC pipeline oil exports to 1.7 million tonnes in 2025

Kazakhstan is preparing to raise oil exports through the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline to 1.7 million tonnes next year, Interfax-Kazakhstan reported on Thursday, citing Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov.

Kazakhstan to expand transit via Trans-Kazakhstan Railway Corridor

Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, the country's national railway company, has announced plans to construct more than 1,700 kilometres of new rail lines and upgrade 3,000 kilometres of existing ones as part of the strategic Trans-Kazakhstan Railway Corridor development.

Kazakhstan, Türkiye ink 20 deals to deepen strategic partnership

A two-day official visit by Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Türkiye concluded with the signing of 20 agreements aimed at expanding the strategic partnership between the two countries in key areas, including mining and rare earth minerals, space and technology, energy, and logistics.

The U.S. intensifies focus on Kazakhstan: Strategic resources and new export routes

Kazakhstan has once again come into the geopolitical spotlight, this time with American interests front and center.

Kazakhstan and Türkiye target $15 billion in bilateral trade growth

The 5th meeting of the Kazakhstan–Türkiye High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council, chaired by the two countries’ leaders was held on Tuesday in Ankara. The meeting was focused on strengthening cooperation in the areas of economy, transport, and investment.

Kazakhstan's President visits Türkiye to deepen strategic partnership

President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Türkiye on Tuesday for an official visit at the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

Kazakhstan secures lifting of EU ban on coal transit via Russian ports

Kazakhstan has reached an agreement with the European Commission to lift a ban on the transit of its coal through certain Russian ports, the country’s trade ministry said on Tuesday.

Kazakh authorities recover debris of vanished military helicopter

Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations reported today (28 July) that a fragment of a military helicopter, which vanished from radar during a scheduled flight on Friday, has been found in the Almaty region.

Kazakh military helicopter vanishes during flight in Almaty region

A Kazakh military helicopter carrying three crew members vanished from radar during a scheduled flight over the Almaty Region on Friday, according to the country's defence ministry.

‘Fire! I said fire’: Russian officer ordered strike that downed AZAL plane, investigation claims

A Russian general personally ordered the missile strike that brought down an Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane last December, according to an investigative report by Minval Politika.

Kazakhstan to launch National Cargo Airline in 2026 to boost transit Hub Ambition

Kazakhstan will launch its first national cargo airline in early 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen its role as a regional aviation hub, the head of the Samruk-Kazyna national welfare fund said on Wednesday.

Kazakhstan and China launch pilot with driverless freight trucks at border

Kazakhstan and China have launched a pilot project using autonomous freight trucks at the Bakhty-Pokitu crossing, aiming to speed up customs procedures, reduce transport costs, and modernise cross-border logistics under a new "Smart Customs" initiative.

Kazakhstan to double copper output by 2030 with launch of major deposits

Kazakhstan plans to double its copper ore production by 2030 through the development of three major new deposits, significantly boosting the country’s mining and metals sector.

Kazakhstan boosts oil exports via BTC pipeline, deepens energy ties with Georgia

Kazakhstan plans to raise its oil exports through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline to 1.5 million tons this year, reinforcing energy and trade ties with Georgia as both countries explore deeper cooperation in logistics, agriculture, and green energy connectivity.

Kazakhstan to invest $3 billion in new industrial projects

Kazakhstan is set to launch a large-scale industrial expansion in 2025, with the government committing $3 billion to implement 190 new projects nationwide. These initiatives are expected to create around 23 000 permanent jobs and boost long-term economic development.

Kazakhstan launches region’s most powerful supercomputer to boost AI and digital services

Kazakhstan has unveiled Central Asia’s top supercomputer to power AI and e-services.

Kazakhstan pledges stronger humanitarian and economic support to Afghanistan

Kazakhstan is stepping up its engagement with Afghanistan, focusing on humanitarian, educational, and economic collaboration, according to an official announcement from the Kazakh presidency.

Kazakhstan explores cryptocurrency investments as part of national reserves strategy

Kazakhstan is weighing cryptocurrency-related investments as part of its strategy to diversify national reserves and modernise financial management, according to the chairman of the National Bank.