Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan to boost trade with Hungary by 3.5 times

Kazakhstan appoints new minister amid nuclear move

Kazakhstan’s energy landscape is undergoing a major shift as President Tokayev appoints Yerlan Akkenzhenov as the new energy minister. This change comes amid the country’s push for nuclear power, marking a pivotal moment in Kazakhstan’s energy diversification strategy.

China and Kazakhstan strengthen bilateral cooperation

China and Kazakhstan have agreed to deepen cooperation in key areas, including trade, security, and Belt and Road projects. At a high-level meeting in Beijing, officials emphasised stronger political ties, economic collaboration, and cultural exchanges to advance their strategic partnership.

National Bank of Kazakhstan launches digital gold coin

The National Bank of Kazakhstan is launching the Gold Coin project, a digital version of an investment coin, beginning on March 17, 2025.

Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan signed an Action Plan for 2025-2026

Azerbaijan's Foreign Affairs Minister Jeyhum Bayramov has been received today by Kazakhstan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Murat Nurtleu.

Severe snowstorm shuts down roads and disrupts travel in Kazakhstan

National Bank of Kazakhstan raises key rate to 16.5%

The National Bank of Kazakhstan has raised the key interest rate by 1.25 percentage points today, from 15.25% to 16.5%, according to the financial regulator.

Belarus and Kazakhstan strengthen trade ties through exchange trading

Belarus and Kazakhstan enhance trade cooperation by expanding exchange trading. BUCE reports a 36% rise in Kazakhstani transactions, with key exports including timber, dairy, and metals.

UNDP to support conserving ecosystem in Northern Kazakhstan

The United Nations Development Programme has kicked off a project aimed at supporting the resilience of agricultural production and conserving ecosystems in Northern Kazakhstan.

Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan to build underwater fiber optic cable

Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan have signed an agreement to design and build the Trans-Caspian Fiber Optic Cable Line, which will connect the two countries as part of the Digital Silk Way project.

President Ilham Aliyev received Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov

President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan received Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov today in a meeting that underscored the deepening bilateral relations between the two nations.

Kazakhstan to ban oil products export

Kazakhstan authorities has proposed to impose six-month ban on export of oil products

Kazakhstan and China discuss cooperation on Trans-Afghan Corridor and regional infrastructure projects

Kazakhstan - Kyrgyzstan trade turnover reaches $1.7bn

Russia resumes wheat exports to Kazakhstan

Russia has resumed wheat exports to Kazakhstan after lifting a ban that was in place until December 31, 2024.

Azerbaijan approves Caspian Green Energy Corridor to Europe

Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has approved an agreement between Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan on strategic partnership in the development and transmission of green energy.

Astana International Forum 2025 will be hosted in May

Kazakhstan will once again host global leaders, policymakers, and business experts at the Astana International Forum in May, following a one-year break.

Final report on AZAL flight crash expected by December

"The final report on the tragic crash of Azerbaijan Airlines flight J2-8243 near Aktau will be published by December, said Talgat Lastaev, vice minister of transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, during a government briefing on Tuesday.

Almaty to expand flights to China in 2025 to boost tourism

Almaty is set to enhance its air connectivity with China by introducing new flight routes in 2025, aiming to boost tourism and strengthen economic ties between the two countries.

Ukranian drones hit Russian oil facilities

Oil transportation from Kazakhstan to global markets through the Tengiz–Novorossiysk pipeline has been reduced on Monday as a drone strike hit a pumping station in southern Russia.

Kazakhstan, Hungary agree on oil supply, joint energy projects

Kazakh president calls for diplomacy to end Ukraine war

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stressed diplomacy in resolving the Ukraine conflict as U.S.-Russia talks progress, while Kazakhstan grapples with sanctions-related economic challenges.

Kazakhstan considers adopting foreign agent law

Kazakhstan’s parliament is debating a proposed foreign agent law that would require media and NGOs receiving foreign funding to disclose their sources, sparking controversy over transparency and influence.

Kazakhstan and Tajikistan strengthen economic ties, aim for $2 billion trade

Kazakhstan and Tajikistan are strengthening their economic ties, with both countries aiming to boost trade to $2 billion.