Kazakhstan

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.

Uzbekistan to provide 16 billion cubic meters of water to Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan enhance water cooperation, with Uzbekistan to supply 16 billion cubic meters by 2025, boosting regional water management and supporting the Aral Sea ecosystem.

Kazakhstan and Bulgaria aim to boost trade and economic ties

Kazakhstan and Bulgaria expand trade and investment ties as bilateral trade surges, with KazMunayGas eyeing a Bulgarian refinery acquisition.

Digital Almaty 2025 focuses on industrial AI application

The 7th International Digital Almaty 2025 forum focusing on artificial intelligence and its pivotal role in the new industrial era will take place in Kazakhstan from January 31 to February 1, 2025.

SOCAR starts Kazakhstan's oil exports via BTC

The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) has started the transit of crude oil from Kazakhstan's Kashagan field through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) oil pipeline.

Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan discuss Kambarata-1 HPP project in Tashkent

Tokayev orders acceleration of first nuclear power plant construction and identification of site for second

Kashagan's first oil shipment on its way to Baku

Astana-Almaty train becomes first in Kazakhstan to offer onboard internet

Passengers traveling on the Astana-Almaty train can now enjoy internet access, making it the first train in Kazakhstan to provide this service as part of a pilot project.

Kazakhstan reaches record-breaking oil output

Kazakhstan’s oil production broke a daily record of 278,400 metric tons right after Chevron-led company expanded its operations at the Tengiz oil field.

Investment Portfolio Between Kazakhstan and China Surpasses $60 Billion

Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and China reached nearly $44 billion in 2024

Kazakhstan sees electric vehicle sales soar with 60%+ growth

Kazakhstan’s EV market surges 60% in a year, driven by duty-free imports and rising Chinese EV popularity. Almaty leads registrations with 7,309 vehicles.

Kazakhstan ranks first among China’s Central Asian trade partners in 2024

China's trade with Central Asia hit a record high in 2024, with Kazakhstan leading at $43.82B. Rail cargo and joint projects further strengthened regional ties.

Chinese rival of Starlink enters Kazakhstan’s market

Spacesail Kazakhstan Limited, backed by China, joins AIFC with $17M, aiming to rival Starlink by deploying 15,000 satellites globally by 2030 and integrating services in Kazakhstan.