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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.

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.

Voices from Central Asia

Launched from Baikonur to stardom

In partnership with MDQ

Aigerim Altynbek, a girl from a small village in Kazakhstan, conquers competitions to live her dream on the most prestigious European opera stage.

Business

Hong Kong wants to be a bridge between China and Central Asia

High-level Hong Kong delegation visited Kazakhstan and offered new partnership in several economy sectors including professional services for companies attempting to enter respective markets.

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Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan to join UN Security Council for first time in its history

Kyrgyzstan was elected to the UN Security Council as a non-permanent member for 2027-2028, marking a rare win for Central Asia.

Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan calls for more Asian, African and Latin American UNSC seats

As he announced his country's candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev called for its reform to include greater representation from Asia, Africa and South America.

Water

What is cloud seeding and does it work during droughts?

Experts from the United Arab Emirates are sharing their experience with Central Asian authorities.

Kazakhstan

Turkic leaders unite towards 'influential geopolitical power centre'

Turkic states' leaders have joined forces to advance digital and AI expansion projects in conjunction with their regional push for trade, energy, transportation, infrastructure, and regional connectivity developments to address the world's urgent "critical issues".

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan confirms suspension of oil transit to Germany via Russia

Kazakhstan’s energy minister announced Wednesday there would be no transit of its oil to Germany through Russia throughout May due to Russian technical constraints, assuming it is “related to recent strikes on Russian infrastructure".

Kazakhstan

China cements leadership position in trade with Central Asia

China's trade with five Central Asian countries hit a record in 2025 — and the relationship has moved well beyond buying and selling. Chinese companies are now partners in strategic projects across high-tech industries including energy and mining.

Kazakhstan

Largest country in Central Asia approves new constitution

Citizens of Kazakhstan voted for a new constitution. According to preliminary results turnout was over 70% and 90% of votes supported the constitution. The new basic document expands presidential power, introduces post of vice-president and reforms the parliament.

Modern Nomads

Adventure and ancient legends in the snow-capped forests of Burabay

In partnership with MDQ

Deep in the northern steppe, the forested mountains and frozen lakes of Burabay State National Natural Park offer a breathtaking escape into nature.

Kazakhstan

Serbia seeks to strengthen ties in Central Asia

This week, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić went on a diplomatic offensive to secure trade and investment in the east.

Earth News

North Aral Sea restoration efforts show promise as water level rises

Restoration efforts including a dam and water use controls are helping Kazakhstan revive part of the shrinking Aral Sea.

World News

Central Asia boosts green energy, infrastructure and SMEs

Central Asia and Mongolia received around €1.72bn from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development last year to fund 120 projects. The investments have a focus on renewable energy, infrastructure and SMEs.

Business

How Kazakhstan's sovereign wealth fund became a driver for change

Over the last 17 years, Kazakhstan's Samruk Kazyna investment fund has not only been nurturing big national companies but it has become the main driver of national development by offering partnerships to foreign investors.

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