Kazakhstan

Earth News

First tiger released into the wild in Kazakhstan 70 years after Turan tiger extinction

More than 70 years after tigers disappeared from Kazakhstan, a female Amur tiger named Umit has been released into the wild. The release is part of a programme to restore the species to its historic range in Central Asia.

05/08/2026

East-West Connect

How is Kazakhstan attracting manufacturing investment?

In partnership with MDQ

Kazakhstan is seeking to attract more investment into higher-value manufacturing as it looks to diversify its economy beyond raw materials and expand value-added industries.

05/08/2026

Modern Nomads

Summer music festivals are powering Kazakhstan's creative wave

In partnership with MDQ

From ancient nomadic traditions to contemporary music festivals, Kazakhstan is transforming destinations across the country into stages for massive cultural events.

29/07/2026

Kazakhstan

Kazakh president Tokayev urges Putin to freeze the war in Ukraine

Kazakh president Kassym-Jomart Tokayev urged Vladimir Putin in a face-to-face meeting to freeze the war in Ukraine and return to negotiations as "it is a shame, young people are dying". Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha called it "a realistic, timely, and wise message."

26/07/2026

Space

US-Russian space crew returns to Earth after eight months on ISS

The team will undergo medical checks before being flown to Karaganda in central Kazakhstan, where they are due to meet up with recovery teams.

26/07/2026

Cinema

Jackie Chan begins filming 'Armour of God: Ultimatum' in Kazakhstan

Filming has begun on the fourth installment of the action adventure comedy series in the Almaty and Mangystau regions. One of the movie's producer Igor Tsay told Euronews why the Central Asian country was chosen for its locations.

23/07/2026

Climate

The world's second-coldest capital faces record heatwave

Experts warn that the extreme heat reflects a broader climate trend that is increasing health, water and food security risks across Central Asia.

22/07/2026

Kazakhstan

Four drone strikes in four days hit tankers carrying Kazakhstan's oil

Drone attacks on vessels in the Black Sea tasked with transporting Kazakhstan's oil persisted for multiple days, with Astana condemning the strikes. The CPC route carries around 80% of Kazakhstan's oil exports and more than 1% of global supply.

21/07/2026

Kazakhstan

China-Kazakhstan cooperation: A qualitative shift

Beijing and Astana just signed a cooperation plan until 2030. In it and in the accompanying business agreements, analysts found signs of moving beyond traditional trade, as Kazakhstan presented itself as a full-cycle economic hub rather than a raw-material supplier.

21/07/2026

Voices from Central Asia

The rise of Kazakh skater Mikhail Shaidorov

In partnership with MDQ

After winning Kazakhstan’s first Olympic gold medal in figure skating, Mikhail Shaidorov became a global sensation and one of the country’s most celebrated athletes.

15/07/2026

Destinations

Discover the natural wonders of Kazakhstan's Zhetysu region

Zhetysu is one of Kazakhstan's most diverse regions, combining deserts, mountains, waterfalls, lakes and ancient monuments in a single journey. Here's what to see in this remarkable corner of Central Asia.

10/07/2026

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan bets on global tech investors for AI infrastructure as net FDI tops €130 billion

Kazakhstan is looking to attract the next wave of foreign investment by positioning itself as a regional hub for artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.

10/07/2026

Modern Nomads

Burabay National Park in summer – teaming with life and tourists

In partnership with MDQ

Burabay National Park is undergoing a transformations which should add cultural-historic tours, congresses and gambling to an already much-loved sport and wildlife moments enjoyed by nature lovers.

08/07/2026

Kazakhstan

Euronews launches Kazakh language broadcasting in Astana

As part of its continued development in Central Asia, Euronews now takes the strategic step to launch its new Kazakh language service and bring its European-perspective journalism and global coverage to Kazakhstan.

07/07/2026

Culture news

Meet Aqzhan, the rare satin-hair horse mesmerising a nation

A very rare satin hair coloured horse called Aqzhan is widely being celebrated in Kazakhstan as a traditional symbol of prosperity and power.

06/07/2026

Business

EBRD backs Kazakhstan's move up the minerals value chain with €255m

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is financing Kazakhstan's first large-scale refractory gold ore processing facility, helping the country unlock previously inaccessible reserves while expanding domestic mineral processing.

03/07/2026

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan starts living by new Constitution, sets date for parliamentary elections

Kazakhstan's new Constitution entered into force on July 1, prompting the Kazakh President to set August 23 as the date for parliamentary elections required under the new constitutional framework.

02/07/2026

East-West Connect

How this country is using AI in schools

In partnership with MDQ

Kazakhstan is turning to artificial intelligence to narrow educational disparities and reduce the teachers’ administrative workload - as part of a broader drive to build a digital economy.

01/07/2026

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan looks to boost oil exports after Georgia talks in Astana

In high-level talks held in Astana, Kazakhstan and Georgia agreed to strengthen economic cooperation, including plans to increase oil shipments via the BTC pipeline. The two countries also discussed agricultural development, investment expansion, and cooperation in digital services.

01/07/2026

Earth News

Kazakhstan and UAE launch construction of €1.2bn wind farm

Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates have broken ground on a €1.2 billion wind farm in the Zhambyl region, marking one of Central Asia's largest renewable energy projects as the Kazakhstan accelerates its transition towards cleaner energy.

29/06/2026

Travel News

Central Asia’s first Paragliding World Cup is taking place in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan’s Zhetysu region is hosting the first Paragliding World Cup in Central Asia, bringing together around 150 pilots from 33 countries. The main discipline of the World Cup is cross-country flying.

25/06/2026

Modern Nomads

The Tian Shan's best-kept secret: Kolsai Lakes National Park

In partnership with MDQ

Kolsai Lakes National Park ranks among Kazakhstan’s top ecotourism destinations, attracting visitors with its pristine lakes, alpine landscapes and well-preserved ecosystems.

24/06/2026

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan signs €10bn in EU deals as Tokayev wraps Brussels visit

During President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visit to Brussels, strategic documents were signed with the EU, and 30 commercial deals were concluded with EU companies, with the EU being the Central Asian country's largest trading and investment partner.

24/06/2026

Kazakhstan

Montenegro's Adriatic Bar port eyed as possible Middle Corridor link

Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović made a historic first official visit to Kazakhstan to discuss trade, transport routes, tourism and diplomatic relations.

23/06/2026

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan brings New Silk Road revival as Tokayev visits EU leaders

Kazakhstan's president has arrived in Brussels this week to meet EU leaders and assess the delivery of promises made at last year's EU-Central Asia summit in Samarkand, with the Middle Corridor trade route connecting China to Europe through Central Asia at the top of the agenda.

23/06/2026

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan-EU strategic friendship

Kazakhstan's Ambassador to the EU, Roman Vassilenko, and the EU Ambassador to Kazakhstan, Aleška Simkić, reflect on a landmark year for bilateral relations and discuss the next priorities, from transport and trade to education and visa facilitation.

22/06/2026