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Kazakhstan is ready to become a pilot country for introducing agro-innovations in Central Asia together with FAO
The Minister of Agriculture of Kazakhstan, Aidarbek Saparov, proposed considering the creation of an FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN) regional platform on agro-innovations in Central Asia. Kazakhstan is ready to act as a pilot...

Earthquake that occurred in Kazakhstan felt in Kyrgyzstan
AKIPRESS.COM - The earthquake that occurred in Kazakhstan was felt in Kyrgyzstan, the Institute of Seismology said. The earthquake was recorded at 3:29 pm on July 8. The epicenter was located in Kazakhstan, 67 km northeast of Talas city. 3.5...

Kazakhstan plans to complete the construction of major logistics facilities on the Caspian in 2026
In the Mangystau region of Kazakhstan, the development of the Caspian hub is actively underway. The key project is the construction of a container hub based on the Aktau port. The first launch complex was put into operation on June 9, and the...

U.S. slaps 25% tariff on Kazakhstan imports
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on all goods imported from Kazakhstan, effective August 1, 2025. The decision was communicated in an official letter sent to Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. In the...

ADB Gives Thumbs Up To Kazakhstan's COVID-19 Support Initiative
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 8. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has wrapped up its evaluation of the COVID-19 Active Response and Expenditure Support Program in Kazakhstan, giving it a thumbs up and declaring the program a...

Kazakhstan announces plans to establish a state crypto reserve
Kazakhstan plans to establish a state crypto reserve, contingent on the creation of a legal framework to govern its formation and management. Kazakhstan’s National Bank is currently working on a detailed concept for forming and managing the...

Kazakhstan launches pioneering national crypto reserve to bolster financial stability
Kazakhstan has announced plans to establish a state-managed cryptocurrency reserve. The initiative, spearheaded by the National Bank of Kazakhstan, aims to diversify the nation’s financial portfolio, enhance economic resilience, and leverage its...

Kazakhstan to Host Travel Blog Exchange Asia 2026
ASTANA – Almaty will host the Travel Blog Exchange (TBEX) Asia on Aug. 20-23, 2026, drawing more than 300 renowned travel experts, journalists, and bloggers worldwide. The event is expected to reach a global audience of approximately 300 million...

Kazakhstan Pioneers State-Run Crypto Reserve
National Bank of Kazakhstan has embraced a proposal from parliamentarians to establish a state-managed crypto-asset reserve. Led by Chair Timur Suleimenov, the bank is currently developing a blueprint for how the reserve would fit into a broader...
Kazakhstan Becomes Latest Country To Ban Face-Covering Garments In Public
Kazakhstan has become the latest nation to enact a new law banning the wearing of clothing that obscures a person's face in public, with limited exceptions. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed the legislation into law, making the Central Asian...

Azerbaijani, Kazakh central banks lead Caspian integration in finance
Azerbaijani, Kazakh central banks lead Caspian integration in finance 8 July 2025 08:30 (UTC+04:00) The ongoing strategic cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan in the banking sector offers tangible benefits to both economies: For...

Baricuatro wins silver in Kazakhstan tilt
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine pugilist Jay Bryan Baricuatro took home the silver medal in the men’s 50-kilogram class in the 2025 World Boxing Cup in Astana, Kazakhstan. Baricuatro lost to hometown bet Sanzhar Tashkenbay via unanimous decision,...

Two Mongolian boxers win medals in World Cup in Kazakhstan
AKIPRESS.COM - Mongolian boxers have claimed silver and bronze medals at the World Cup held in Astana, Kazakhstan, Montsame reported. International Master of Sport G. Lundaa won the silver medal in the men's 60 kg weight category. He defeated a...

Kazakhstan to Raise Minimum Wage in 2026
Kazakhstan’s Minister of Labor and Social Protection, Svetlana Zhakupova, has announced that the government plans to raise the minimum wage starting January 1, 2026. While the exact amount was not disclosed, Finance Minister Madi Takiev suggested...

Kazakhstan To Launch National Crypto Reserve Using Seized Assets
Kazakhstan’s central bank has signaled an intention to establish a national crypto reserve, mirroring the United States. While the plans do not involve buying cryptocurrencies, Kazakhstan will fund its reserve by mining operations and law...

Why Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions Builds Bridges in Divided World
In the context of growing global tensions in international relations, the demand for sustainable humanitarian platforms capable of offering constructive solutions and fostering trust among civilizations, cultures, and religions is becoming...

Kazakhstan Moves To Ban Niqab, Face Coverings In Public Places Amid Rising Radicalisation
Last Updated:June 30, 2025, 19:45 IST The Parliament of Kazakhstan has passed a bill seeking a ban on face-covering clothes in public, citing security concerns. Kazakhstan Niqab ban: Parliament passes bill to ban face coverings (AP Image)Amid...

Kazakhstan’s National Bank explores state crypto reserve possibilities
Kazakhstan is moving to integrate digital assets into its financial system, with the National Bank supporting the MPs’ proposal to create a state-owned crypto reserve. This marks one of the most concrete efforts yet by a Central Asian country to...
Kazakhstan’s TCO ships first oil to Germany via Druzhba pipeline, sources say
Kazakhstan’s Tengizchevroil (TCO) exported its first oil to Germany last month via Russia’s Druzhba pipeline, supplying 100,000 metric tons, two industry sources told Reuters, as the venture ramps up production. TCO is owned by Chevron CVX with a...

Business activity declined in Kazakhstan in June