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Kazakhstan urges Ukraine to halt drone attacks on key Black Sea oil terminal

Kazakhstan has called on Ukraine to stop striking the Black Sea terminal of the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) after a major drone attack forced a halt to exports and caused serious damage to loading equipment.

New corridors, new prospects: Kazakhstan-Armenia relations in focus

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan made his first official visit to Astana, marking a significant event in bilateral relations.

Kazakhstan and Estonia sign agreements worth $517 million, boost trade ties

At the Kazakhstan - Estonia business forum, companies from both countries signed 11 commercial agreements totalling more than $517 million.

Kazakhstan strengthens EU ties with Estonian President visit

Estonian President Alar Karis arrived in Kazakhstan on 17 November for a state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, technology, and transport, signalling a new phase in Kazakhstan’s engagement with the European Union.

What Nikol Pashinyan’s visit to Astana means for the regional economy

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will travel to Astana for an official visit from the 20th –21st November, according to the press service of Akorda.

Khankendi hosts meeting of security agencies of Turkic states

The 27th plenary meeting of the Conference of the Special Service Agencies of the Turkic States on the theme 'The Role of Special Service Agencies in Ensuring the Security of International Transport Lines' was held in Khankendi city on 14 November.

Kazakhstan Uranium reserves to last another 60 years

Deputy Chairman of Kazakhstan’s Agency for Nuclear Energy Gumar Sergazin has said that Kazakhstan stands out on the global uranium market, with reserves reported to last for another 60 years.

AnewZ Morning Brief - 13 November, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for the 13th of November, covering the latest developments you need to know.

Turkish company to invest $480 million in Kazakhstan’s gold sector

A subsidiary of the Turkish mining company Miryildiz Mining has initiated the construction of a gold processing plant in the Abai region of Kazakhstan, with a total investment of $480 million, according to the regional governor, Berik Uali.

Putin and Tokayev meet informally ahead of formal summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met informally on Tuesday ahead of their formal summit scheduled for the following day. The informal discussions were held at the Kremlin, with both leaders expressing optimism about their growing bilateral cooperation.

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev set to visit Russia on Wednesday

Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is preparing for a state visit to Moscow on 12 November, highlighting the continued engagement between the two countries.

Trump deepens U.S. ties with Central Asia through minerals and trade

A new phase of U.S.–Central Asia cooperation emerged at the White House, with discussions centred on mineral resources, trade, and long-term regional development.

Kazakhstan President Tokayev signs minerals deal in Washington

Kazakhstan and the United States have signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in critical minerals, the Kazakh presidential press service Akorda announced on Thursday.

Rubio to visit all five Central Asian states as Trump hosts regional leaders in Washington

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced plans to visit all five Central Asian countries next year, as President Donald Trump prepares to host their leaders in Washington for talks focused on energy and mineral cooperation.

First wheat shipment transits through Azerbaijan to reach Armenia

A wheat-loaded train has travelled to Armenia through Azerbaijan, APA reports, following President Ilham Aliyev’s announcement in Kazakhstan about lifting all post-occupation restrictions on cargo transit to Armenia.

Kazakhstan strengthens its role as a key investment hub in Central Asia

Kazakhstan is stepping up its investment activity and gradually reclaiming its position as one of the region’s leading economic centres.

Kazakhstan begins construction of its first nuclear power plant

Kazakhstan has announced a new phase in construction plans for its first nuclear power plant. The power plant is expected to be operational by 2035.

Chinese FM holds talks with Kazakhstan's FM

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev in Beijing on Tuesday, reaffirming China’s commitment to deepening strategic ties and advancing Belt and Road cooperation.

Kazakh foreign minister visits Beijing for talks with China’s Wang Yi

Kazakhstan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Yermek Kosherbayev met with his Chinese counterpart Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing where the duo held all important bilateral talks.

Kazakhstan takes leading role in building a Turkic large language model

Kazakhstan has announced its readiness to take part in the creation of a Turkic large language model, a joint initiative designed to unite the scientific and technological potential of Turkic-speaking nations in the field of artificial intelligence.

AnewZ Morning Brief - 22 October, 2025

Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for 22 October, covering the latest developments you need to know.

Azerbaijan lifts transit restrictions to Armenia, marking 'new era of peace'

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has announced the lifting of restrictions on the transit of goods to Armenia through Azerbaijani territory, during a meeting with Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.