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Kazakh horror series deemed too scary for streaming becomes online hit

Initially deemed too terrifying for streaming platforms, a Kazakh horror series has found big success on the festival circuit where its exploration of exotic folklore and ancient evil has gripped global audiences.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan and Japan sign €3 billion worth of agreements

Kazakhstan signed over 40 agreements worth more than €3 billion with Japanese companies during President Tokayev’s visit to Japan.

Business

Here's why Chinese carmakers are beating the Europeans in Kazakhstan

Localisation is the best bet car manufacturers can make to keep demand stable. South Korea, China, and the US already benefit from it. Is it time for Europe to do the same?

Business

Russian marketplaces to benefit from new EAEU Customs Code

The Eurasian Economic Union, including Kazakhstan, is working on introducing a new Customs Code, which will largely benefit Russian marketplaces over platforms like Amazon or Temu.

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Kazakhstan

EU to simplify Kazakhstan visa process, fostering closer cooperation

Brussels has launched steps to simplify visa requirements for Kazakh citizens as both sides deepen cooperation, with Kazakhstan supporting a €12 billion investment package for Central Asia.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan calls on EU to speed up Central Asia investments

The EU and Kazakhstan are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the signing of the Enhanced Cooperation Agreement, with connectivity and critical raw materials as key areas of cooperation.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan shows support towards Armenia’s corridor initiatives

Kazakhstan backed Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity initiative during Armenia's Prime Ministers Nikol Pashinyan visit to Astana, highlighting the corridor’s role in diversifying regional transport routes.

Uzbekistan

Tashkent hosts Central Asia leaders for regional consultative summit

Leaders from Central Asia will meet in Tashkent to discuss regional cooperation. Uzbekistan's President Mirziyoyev calls it a key step in building trust and stability.

Modern Nomads

How Kazakhstan strengthened its chess position

In partnership with MDQ

Kazakhstan has rapidly transformed into a global chess powerhouse, with record medal hauls, rising stars, and a new generation of grandmasters.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan closes 130 crypto platforms in shadow economy crackdown

Authorities in Kazakhstan seized digital assets worth €14.4 million and uncovered 81 illegal cash-out networks amid growing efforts to curb financial crime.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan agree on infrastructure and energy projects

The leaders of both countries laid out the paths ahead on major infrastructure and energy projects for the Eurasian region within the enhanced strategic partnerships between the two economic powerhouses of the region.

Modern Nomads

Kazakhstan’s natural wonders: Where flamingos paint the steppe pink

In partnership with MDQ

A short trip from Astana, the Korgalzhyn State Nature Reserve is a pristine wildlife escape where visitors can observe majestic pink flamingos in their nesting grounds.

Economy

Kazakhstan’s quiet revolution: Crypto, AI, and a tech transformation

A country once known for its oil and vast grassland plains is now racing to become Central Asia’s digital powerhouse — betting on artificial intelligence, AI governance, and crypto assets to reinvent its future.

Cinema

Fitter, happier and more productive: Can enhanced humans do drama?

Altered, a new film by Timo Vuorensola, examines a future world where humans vye for technological parts to change their bodies and their lives for the better. Euronews caught up with the Finnish director who's recently finished filming in Kazakhstan.

USA

UN reform and a €3.5 billion deal: Kazakhstan's president at UNGA

At the UN, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev urged for reform at the Security Council, stronger multilateralism and stronger action on climate change.

Kazakhstan

Religious leaders condemn wars and stress interfaith dialogue

Religious leaders condemned the violence in Gaza and Ukraine, while underlining the need for dialogue and mutual respect at a religious congress in Astana.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan to change its parliamentary system

The Kazakhstan president proposed to eliminate one of the two chambers. The country will hold a referendum on it in 2027.

Sport

Dream draw for Kazakhstan’s Kairat, tough journey for Real Madrid

Kazakhstan's Kairat will face Real Madrid and Inter Milan in the 2025–26 Champions League, thrilling fans while Spanish media lament the long trip to Almaty.

Sport

Asian Paralympic leaders meet in Astana to shape future of parasport

The Asian Paralympic Committee met in Kazakhstan for the first time, setting new goals for parasport and honouring athletes at the Asian Awards 2025.

Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan breaks ground on first modern nuclear power plant

Kazakhstan has begun the first modern nuclear power plant project in Ulken, Almaty region, with Russia's Rosatom. This will boost economic growth and infrastructure.

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