http://www.euronews.com en Latest news from Euronews Euronews 2026 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:12:22 +0200 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:12:22 +0200 30 https://static.euronews.com/website/images/euronews_flatblue.png http://www.euronews.com http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/04/30/thousands-join-run-for-autism-race-in-astana-to-support-inclusion http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/04/30/thousands-join-run-for-autism-race-in-astana-to-support-inclusion Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:12:07 +0200 Around 5,000 people took part in the Run for Autism charity race in Astana, supporting inclusion initiatives for children with autism and developmental disabilities. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/27/caspian-and-central-asian-oil-markets-recalibrate-amid-trade-shifts http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/27/caspian-and-central-asian-oil-markets-recalibrate-amid-trade-shifts Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:06:11 +0200 The oil sector in the South Caucasus and Central Asia is shifting towards more flexible trading strategies as volatile markets and Asia-led demand reshape global energy flows. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/25/three-central-asian-countries-jointly-building-2000-mw-hydropower-plant http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/25/three-central-asian-countries-jointly-building-2000-mw-hydropower-plant Sat, 25 Apr 2026 12:26:01 +0200 Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are set to launch a joint hydropower plant with a capacity of nearly 2,000 MW. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/24/why-investment-in-caspian-transit-routes-is-crucial-for-energy-security http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/04/24/why-investment-in-caspian-transit-routes-is-crucial-for-energy-security Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:58:47 +0200 As old energy routes buckle under the pressure of war and geopolitical disruption, governments and companies are converging on the Caspian region as the corridor that could keep Eurasia's energy flowing. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/04/23/francophonie-spring-expands-its-cultural-reach-across-central-asia http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/04/23/francophonie-spring-expands-its-cultural-reach-across-central-asia Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:17:23 +0200 A two-week festival across seven cities showcased French language and culture, reflecting growing interest in Francophone education and exchange in Kazakhstan. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/23/central-asia-bets-on-ecological-solidarity-as-water-crisis-deepens http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/23/central-asia-bets-on-ecological-solidarity-as-water-crisis-deepens Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:38 +0200 Beyond political signalling, the Regional Ecological Summit in Astana delivered tangible commitments. A total of 17 agreements worth over $2.3 billion were signed at RES 2026, with the bulk of investments channelled into renewable energy, waste management, and industrial decarbonisation. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/tashkent-and-astana-deepen-strategic-ties-during-bukhara-talks http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/tashkent-and-astana-deepen-strategic-ties-during-bukhara-talks Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:53:58 +0200 High-level talks in the Uzbek ancient city of Bukhara aimed to double trade to $10 billion. Presidents of the two countries focused on transport, energy, digitalisation and environmental initiatives, while joint projects and regional cooperation continue to expand. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/central-asian-leaders-back-proposal-for-un-water-agency http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/central-asian-leaders-back-proposal-for-un-water-agency Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:51:21 +0200 Leaders from across Central Asia, alongside representatives from countries including Georgia, Armenia, Mongolia and Azerbaijan, are taking part in discussions on regional environmental priorities. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/kazakhstan-confirms-suspension-of-its-oil-transit-to-germany-via-russia http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/kazakhstan-confirms-suspension-of-its-oil-transit-to-germany-via-russia Wed, 22 Apr 2026 17:05:45 +0200 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". http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/04/22/a-cultural-bridge-between-europe-and-asia-the-royal-danish-theatre-makes-its-debut-in-asta http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/04/22/a-cultural-bridge-between-europe-and-asia-the-royal-danish-theatre-makes-its-debut-in-asta Wed, 22 Apr 2026 12:15:33 +0200 Astana has hosted, for the first time, the Royal Danish Theatre, one of the world’s oldest and most respected performing arts institutions. The Kazakhstan capital is increasingly positioning itself as a place where European and Asian artistic traditions meet and interact. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/central-asian-leaders-gather-at-first-ever-regional-ecological-summit-to-discuss-water-cri http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/22/central-asian-leaders-gather-at-first-ever-regional-ecological-summit-to-discuss-water-cri Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:47:44 +0200 The Regional Ecological Summit kicks off today in Astana. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/this-central-asian-destination-is-growing-its-national-parks-and-adventure-offerings http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/04/21/this-central-asian-destination-is-growing-its-national-parks-and-adventure-offerings Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:14:32 +0200 This move is expected to open up new birdwatching, wildlife tracking and hiking opportunities for eco-tourists, as Kazakhstan attempts to restore ecological balance. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/17/ankara-pushes-deeper-economic-ties-with-astana-ahead-of-erdogan-visit http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/17/ankara-pushes-deeper-economic-ties-with-astana-ahead-of-erdogan-visit Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:14:52 +0200 Astana and Ankara aim to boost trade, diversify exports and launch joint industrial projects ahead of Erdoğan’s state visit to Kazakhstan, setting a goal of $15 billion in trade volumes. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/15/china-set-new-records-in-trade-and-investment-in-central-asia-in-2025 http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/15/china-set-new-records-in-trade-and-investment-in-central-asia-in-2025 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 12:00:28 +0200 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. http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/14/can-ai-systems-replace-human-judges-and-lawyers http://www.euronews.com/2026/04/14/can-ai-systems-replace-human-judges-and-lawyers Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:44:30 +0200 Can AI make fundamentally ethical decisions? If it delivers an unlawful verdict, who will be punished? In the pursuit of efficiency and speed, can we trust people's fates to artificial intelligence? http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/17/largest-country-in-central-asia-votes-for-the-new-constitution http://www.euronews.com/2026/03/17/largest-country-in-central-asia-votes-for-the-new-constitution Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:47:09 +0100 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. http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/06/astana-to-host-major-european-travel-forum-amid-rising-tourist-arrivals http://www.euronews.com/travel/2026/03/06/astana-to-host-major-european-travel-forum-amid-rising-tourist-arrivals Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:00:34 +0100 Kazakhstan will host the German DRV Destination Forum in Astana in August 2026 amid growing tourist flows from Germany. The agreement, reached at the ITB travel fair in Berlin, is expected to deepen tourism cooperation and raise Kazakhstan’s profile among German tour operators. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/27/serbia-seeks-to-strengthen-ties-in-central-asia http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/27/serbia-seeks-to-strengthen-ties-in-central-asia Fri, 27 Feb 2026 20:15:04 +0100 This week, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić went on a diplomatic offensive to secure trade and investment in the east. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/02/21/kazakh-womens-rights-documentary-river-dreams-makes-historic-berlinale-premiere http://www.euronews.com/culture/2026/02/21/kazakh-womens-rights-documentary-river-dreams-makes-historic-berlinale-premiere Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:04:48 +0100 For the first time in its history, a Kazakh documentary has premiered at the Berlinale’s Forum section — one of the world’s most influential film festivals. ‘River Dreams’, the debut feature by director Kristina Mikhailova, gives voice to women imagining life beyond male dominance. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/02/21/us-deepens-central-asia-ties-signing-new-investment-deals http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/02/21/us-deepens-central-asia-ties-signing-new-investment-deals Sat, 21 Feb 2026 09:50:36 +0100 The US has pursued further Central Asia investment deals as Kazakhstan signed agreements worth hundreds of millions during the president's Washington visit. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/20/troop-and-funding-pledges-come-in-for-trumps-gaza-plan http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/20/troop-and-funding-pledges-come-in-for-trumps-gaza-plan Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:54:34 +0100 After signing the Board of Peace’s founding declaration in Davos, the plan for Gaza will now move to concrete implementation. Commitments include reconstruction funding, infrastructure rebuilding and, in one case, troop deployment within the US-backed stabilisation framework for the Strip. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/19/north-aral-sea-regains-a-third-of-its-water-thanks-to-restoration-efforts-spearheaded-by-k http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/19/north-aral-sea-regains-a-third-of-its-water-thanks-to-restoration-efforts-spearheaded-by-k Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:02:00 +0100 Restoration efforts including a dam and water use controls are helping Kazakhstan revive part of the shrinking Aral Sea. http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/17/burabay-ice-over-a-thousand-runners-brave-15c-on-frozen-lake-in-kazakhstan http://www.euronews.com/video/2026/02/17/burabay-ice-over-a-thousand-runners-brave-15c-on-frozen-lake-in-kazakhstan Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:50:37 +0100 More than a thousand participants gathered on the frozen surface of Burabay Lake for the “Burabay Ice” race. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/14/mikhail-shaidorov-wins-historic-figure-skating-olympic-gold-for-kazakhstan-at-milano-corti http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/14/mikhail-shaidorov-wins-historic-figure-skating-olympic-gold-for-kazakhstan-at-milano-corti Sat, 14 Feb 2026 16:41:41 +0100 Mikhail Shaidorov became Kazakhstan’s first Olympic gold medallist in men’s figure skating after triumphing at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics 2026. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/13/kazakhstan-to-hold-referendum-on-adopting-new-constitution http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/13/kazakhstan-to-hold-referendum-on-adopting-new-constitution Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:57:17 +0100 The draft of Kazakhstan's new constitution will consolidate the president's powers and introduce a number of additional changes. The referendum on its adoption is set for 15 March. http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/02/13/from-baikonur-to-beijing-how-kazakhstan-is-carving-out-new-space-horizons http://www.euronews.com/next/2026/02/13/from-baikonur-to-beijing-how-kazakhstan-is-carving-out-new-space-horizons Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:14:41 +0100 Kazakhstan is emerging as a regional hub for space, sharing technology, expertise, and talent, launching the Di’er-5 nanosatellite with China, and preparing to launch the Soyuz-5/Sunkar rocket. http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/02/11/europe-lost-out-on-38mn-tonnes-of-kazakh-oil-after-black-sea-attacks http://www.euronews.com/business/2026/02/11/europe-lost-out-on-38mn-tonnes-of-kazakh-oil-after-black-sea-attacks Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:12:14 +0100 Kazakhstan’s oil exports fell after Ukrainian drone attacks and stormy weather hampered operations at the Caspian Pipeline Consortium’s marine terminal in Novorossyisk. Its major oil field Tengiz also suffered an outage in January. http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/06/kazakhstans-tokayev-visits-pakistan-to-deepen-strategic-partnership http://www.euronews.com/2026/02/06/kazakhstans-tokayev-visits-pakistan-to-deepen-strategic-partnership Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:38:25 +0100 Kazakh president's visit to Islamabad brings major transport, trade and cultural deals as Kazakhstan and Pakistan plan new corridors via the Caspian Sea and Afghanistan. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/30/central-asia-is-in-a-boom-phase-with-some-caveats http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/30/central-asia-is-in-a-boom-phase-with-some-caveats Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:03:45 +0100 Economic activity accelerated across Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan in 2025, driven by investment, exports and consumption. Azerbaijan remained closely linked, through energy and trade corridors connecting the region to Europe and global markets. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/29/israel-and-kazakhstan-sign-visa-free-agreement-in-tourism-boost http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/29/israel-and-kazakhstan-sign-visa-free-agreement-in-tourism-boost Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:43:07 +0100 Israel and Kazakhstan plan to exempt its citizens from touristic visa requirements, marking a new step in strengthening bilateral relations. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/22/kazakhstan-joins-donald-trumps-board-of-peace-as-one-of-19-founding-countries http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/22/kazakhstan-joins-donald-trumps-board-of-peace-as-one-of-19-founding-countries Thu, 22 Jan 2026 18:02:45 +0100 The board was initially conceived as a mechanism to bring stability to post-war Gaza, but has since morphed into a broader conflict resolution platform. http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/08/kazakhstan-bans-lgbtq-propaganda-stirring-local-and-international-concerns http://www.euronews.com/2026/01/08/kazakhstan-bans-lgbtq-propaganda-stirring-local-and-international-concerns Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:02:47 +0100 Kazakhstan's President Tokayev signed a law banning LGBTQ+ propaganda, amid local support, but also sparking activists' criticism for its vague language and potential consequences. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/27/too-scary-to-show-kazakh-horror-series-becomes-festival-favourite-for-gore-fans http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/27/too-scary-to-show-kazakh-horror-series-becomes-festival-favourite-for-gore-fans Sat, 27 Dec 2025 09:14:52 +0100 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. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/24/kazakh-city-of-aktau-recalls-the-azerbaijan-airlines-crash-one-year-on http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/24/kazakh-city-of-aktau-recalls-the-azerbaijan-airlines-crash-one-year-on Wed, 24 Dec 2025 19:11:11 +0100 A year after the Azerbaijan Airlines crash near Aktau, the tragedy still resonates with residents and responders to the incident in which 38 people died, and 29 survived with injuries. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/23/trump-extends-invitations-to-kazakh-and-uzbek-presidents-for-miami-g20-summit http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/23/trump-extends-invitations-to-kazakh-and-uzbek-presidents-for-miami-g20-summit Tue, 23 Dec 2025 20:50:33 +0100 The US president is set to hold talks with Presidents Tokayev and Mirziyoyev on trade, peace and strategic initiatives. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/20/central-asia-and-japan-discuss-new-cooperation-formats-at-inaugural-tokyo-summit http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/20/central-asia-and-japan-discuss-new-cooperation-formats-at-inaugural-tokyo-summit Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:10:16 +0100 Meeting in Tokyo for the first time at leaders’ level, Central Asian states and Japan set out a framework for deeper political, economic and sectoral cooperation amid growing regional and global challenges. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/19/kazakhstan-and-japan-sign-3-billion-worth-of-agreements http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/19/kazakhstan-and-japan-sign-3-billion-worth-of-agreements Fri, 19 Dec 2025 17:00:02 +0100 Kazakhstan signed over 40 agreements worth more than €3 billion with Japanese companies during President Tokayev’s visit to Japan. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/15/gennadiy-golovkin-becomes-first-kazakh-inducted-into-boxing-hall-of-fame http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/15/gennadiy-golovkin-becomes-first-kazakh-inducted-into-boxing-hall-of-fame Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:03:55 +0100 Kazakhstan’s boxing icon Gennadiy Golovkin has been inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. The former middleweight champion was elected president of World Boxing in November, tasked with securing the sport's Olympic future and unifying a divided landscape. http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/12/heres-why-chinese-carmakers-are-beating-the-europeans-in-kazakhstan http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/12/heres-why-chinese-carmakers-are-beating-the-europeans-in-kazakhstan Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:19:50 +0100 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? http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/12/russian-marketplaces-to-benefit-from-new-eaeu-customs-code http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/12/russian-marketplaces-to-benefit-from-new-eaeu-customs-code Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:15:11 +0100 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. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/05/eu-to-simplify-visa-process-for-kazakhstan-fostering-closer-cooperation http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/05/eu-to-simplify-visa-process-for-kazakhstan-fostering-closer-cooperation Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:34:31 +0100 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. http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/kazakhstan-calls-on-eu-to-speed-up-10-billion-central-asia-investments http://www.euronews.com/2025/12/04/kazakhstan-calls-on-eu-to-speed-up-10-billion-central-asia-investments Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:09:55 +0100 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. http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/01/cities-across-kazakhstan-lit-orange-to-raise-awareness-of-violence-against-women http://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/12/01/cities-across-kazakhstan-lit-orange-to-raise-awareness-of-violence-against-women Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:16:47 +0100 Landmark buildings across Kazakhstan were lit up in orange to mark the UN's International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/01/new-investments-push-trans-caspian-corridor-into-its-next-phase http://www.euronews.com/business/2025/12/01/new-investments-push-trans-caspian-corridor-into-its-next-phase Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:28:46 +0100 At the Tashkent Investors Forum, officials detailed new rail, port, and digital upgrades, stressing that coordinated reforms and harmonised border systems are essential for scaling the corridor. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/28/enhancing-eu-kazakhstan-cooperation-for-a-sustainable-future http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/28/enhancing-eu-kazakhstan-cooperation-for-a-sustainable-future Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0100 Kazakhstan and the EU share a long-term interest in stable, resilient and predictable supply chains that underpin economic growth and deliver the technologies needed for a cleaner future, Foreign Affairs Minister Yermek Kosherbayev writes in an opinion article for Euronews. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/18/central-asia-and-south-caucasus-forge-stronger-ties-at-tashkent-summit http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/18/central-asia-and-south-caucasus-forge-stronger-ties-at-tashkent-summit Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:54:46 +0100 Central Asian leaders, joined by Azerbaijan, used the Tashkent summit to push for deeper regional integration, new institutions and stronger economic and security ties http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/16/central-asian-leaders-deepen-regional-integration-as-azerbaijan-joins-consultative-format http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/16/central-asian-leaders-deepen-regional-integration-as-azerbaijan-joins-consultative-format Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:45:55 +0100 Central Asian leaders gathered in Uzbekistan's capital for the Seventh Consultative Meeting, emphasizing stronger political dialogue, economic integration, and collective security. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/15/uzbekistan-and-kazakhstan-launch-13-billion-projects-set-10-billion-trade-target-for-2030 http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/15/uzbekistan-and-kazakhstan-launch-13-billion-projects-set-10-billion-trade-target-for-2030 Sat, 15 Nov 2025 15:13:53 +0100 The announcements came during Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's state visit to Uzbekistan and his meeting with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, ahead of the Seventh Consultative Meeting of Heads of State. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/14/central-asia-leaders-to-meet-in-tashkent-for-regional-consultative-summit http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/14/central-asia-leaders-to-meet-in-tashkent-for-regional-consultative-summit Fri, 14 Nov 2025 14:39:57 +0100 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. http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/08/kazakhstan-to-join-abraham-accords-as-it-signs-critical-minerals-and-trade-deals-with-the- http://www.euronews.com/2025/11/08/kazakhstan-to-join-abraham-accords-as-it-signs-critical-minerals-and-trade-deals-with-the- Sat, 08 Nov 2025 21:15:22 +0100 US President Donald Trump held an Oval Office call with Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, expanding the Abraham Accords to include the central Asian nation.