Kazakhstan

Country Kazakhstan
Capital Astana
Continent Asia
Currency Tenge(KZT)
Languages Kazakh & Russian

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Introduction

Native Kazakhs, a mix of Turkic and Mongol nomadic tribes who migrated into the region in the 13th century, were rarely united as a single nation. The area was conquered by Russia in the 18th century, and Kazakhstan became a Soviet Republic in 1936. During the 1950s and 1960s agricultural "Virgin Lands" program, Soviet citizens were encouraged to help cultivate Kazakhstan's northern pastures. This influx of immigrants (mostly Russians, but also some other deported nationalities) skewed the ethnic mixture and enabled non-Kazakhs to outnumber natives. Independence in 1991 caused many of these newcomers to emigrate. Kazakhstan's economy is larger than those of all the other Central Asian states combined largely due to the country's vast natural resources and a recent history of political stability. Current issues include: developing a cohesive national identity; expanding the development of the country's vast energy resources and exporting them to world markets; achieving a sustainable economic growth; diversifying the economy outside the oil, gas, and mining sectors; enhancing Kazakhstan's competitiveness; and strengthening relations with neighboring states and other foreign powers.

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Kazakhstan - Wikipedia
Kazakhstan - CIA World Fact Book
Kazakhstan - BBC
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Kazakhstan Sets Sights on Becoming Central Asia’s Blockchain Hub - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Sets Sights on Becoming Central Asia’s Blockchain Hub  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan’s leader tells Trump that he hopes for compromise on new U.S. tariffs - ThePrintKazakhstan’s leader tells Trump that he hopes for compromise on new U.S. tariffs  ThePrint

Donald Trump hits Malaysia, Kazakhstan with 25% tariffs, Myanmar and Laos face 40%, South Africa 30% - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesDonald Trump hits Malaysia, Kazakhstan with 25% tariffs, Myanmar and Laos face 40%, South Africa 30% - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

India Wins 11 Medals, Finishes 3rd at 2nd Leg of World Boxing Cup 2025 in Kazakhstan - AffairsCloud.comIndia Wins 11 Medals, Finishes 3rd at 2nd Leg of World Boxing Cup 2025 in Kazakhstan  AffairsCloud.com

Scripts and Power: How Russian Media Frame the Latinization of the Kazakh Language - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineScripts and Power: How Russian Media Frame the Latinization of the Kazakh Language  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

China’s Xi Jinping meets Central Asian leaders: Why their summit matters - Al JazeeraChina’s Xi Jinping meets Central Asian leaders: Why their summit matters  Al Jazeera

OPEC Tensions Build as Kazakhstan's Oil Production Hits All-Time High - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comOPEC Tensions Build as Kazakhstan's Oil Production Hits All-Time High  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Kazakhstan, China Forge Uranium Partnership as U.S. Falls Behind - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comKazakhstan, China Forge Uranium Partnership as U.S. Falls Behind  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Nuclear waste to nuclear reactor: The case of Russia in Kazakhstan - Lowy InstituteNuclear waste to nuclear reactor: The case of Russia in Kazakhstan  Lowy Institute

Flaxseed: Kazakhstan doubles exports - Mundus AgriFlaxseed: Kazakhstan doubles exports  Mundus Agri

World Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: Jaismine Lamboria, Sakshi and Nupur win gold as India finish with 11 medals - all winners - Olympics.comWorld Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: Jaismine Lamboria, Sakshi and Nupur win gold as India finish with 11 medals - all winners  Olympics.com

Kazakhstan and China Boost Rail Trade via Middle Corridor Agreement - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan and China Boost Rail Trade via Middle Corridor Agreement  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan Faces New US Tariff Measures Under Trump’s Executive Order - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Faces New US Tariff Measures Under Trump’s Executive Order  The Astana Times

Training of trainers in Kazakhstan – “Emergency preparedness and response simulation exercise: intersectoral coordination and crisis communication” - World Health Organization (WHO)Training of trainers in Kazakhstan – “Emergency preparedness and response simulation exercise: intersectoral coordination and crisis communication”  World Health Organization (WHO)

Anthrax Outbreak Reported in Northern Kazakhstan - The Times Of Central AsiaAnthrax Outbreak Reported in Northern Kazakhstan  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan’s Digital Revolution: From e-Government to AI Superpower - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s Digital Revolution: From e-Government to AI Superpower  The Astana Times

World Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: Pooja Rani and Jaismine Lamboria advance to finals - Olympics.comWorld Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: Pooja Rani and Jaismine Lamboria advance to finals  Olympics.com

Tackling Corruption in Kazakhstan: The Latest Trends - The Times Of Central AsiaTackling Corruption in Kazakhstan: The Latest Trends  The Times Of Central Asia

Why Optimism is Kazakhstan’s Strength - The Astana TimesWhy Optimism is Kazakhstan’s Strength  The Astana Times

World Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: India’s Nupur makes final in Astana - Olympics.comWorld Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: India’s Nupur makes final in Astana  Olympics.com

Kazakhstan Builds Saxaul Nursery on Dried Aral Seabed - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Builds Saxaul Nursery on Dried Aral Seabed  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan Takes Seat at BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro as Partner Country - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Takes Seat at BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro as Partner Country  The Astana Times

First National Urban Forum Launches Kazakhstan’s Urban Policy Development - The Astana TimesFirst National Urban Forum Launches Kazakhstan’s Urban Policy Development  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Launches Central Asia’s Most Powerful Supercomputer - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Launches Central Asia’s Most Powerful Supercomputer  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan’s Investments in Tourism Sector Surpass $570 Million in Five Months - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s Investments in Tourism Sector Surpass $570 Million in Five Months  The Astana Times

Backstreet Boys to Perform in Kazakhstan This September - The Astana TimesBackstreet Boys to Perform in Kazakhstan This September  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan, Brazil Expand Bilateral Ties During BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Brazil Expand Bilateral Ties During BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan’s IT Project Triumphs at World Summit on Information Society - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s IT Project Triumphs at World Summit on Information Society  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Confronted at UN Over Human Rights Abuses - UN WatchKazakhstan Confronted at UN Over Human Rights Abuses  UN Watch

Kazakhstan Reinforces Multivector Foreign Policy - The Jamestown FoundationKazakhstan Reinforces Multivector Foreign Policy  The Jamestown Foundation

Kazakhstan says final decision on Karachaganak gas plant due in October, November - TradingViewKazakhstan says final decision on Karachaganak gas plant due in October, November  TradingView

Kazakhstan Proposes Criminal Penalties for Illegal Meat Sales - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Proposes Criminal Penalties for Illegal Meat Sales  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan expects potato prices to decrease by Autumn - FreshPlazaKazakhstan expects potato prices to decrease by Autumn  FreshPlaza

Kazakhstan, UAE reaffirm strategic partnership in energy - qazinform.comKazakhstan, UAE reaffirm strategic partnership in energy  qazinform.com

President Tokayev Highlights Water Security as Kazakhstan’s Priority - The Astana TimesPresident Tokayev Highlights Water Security as Kazakhstan’s Priority  The Astana Times

World Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: Jaismine Lamboria, Pooja Rani in action - where to watch live streaming in India - Olympics.comWorld Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: Jaismine Lamboria, Pooja Rani in action - where to watch live streaming in India  Olympics.com

Kazakhstan launches space telescope in Chile’s Atacama Desert - qazinform.comKazakhstan launches space telescope in Chile’s Atacama Desert  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan proposes its national satellite technologies for climate monitoring and disaster forecasting within BRICS - TV BRICSKazakhstan proposes its national satellite technologies for climate monitoring and disaster forecasting within BRICS  TV BRICS

Kazakhstan’s New Supercomputer Marks Breakthrough in National Tech Independence - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s New Supercomputer Marks Breakthrough in National Tech Independence  The Astana Times

Russia Targets Emigres in Kazakhstan With Back Tax Demands - The Moscow TimesRussia Targets Emigres in Kazakhstan With Back Tax Demands  The Moscow Times

Kazakhstan Considers Carbon Accounting System to Boost Emissions Transparency - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Considers Carbon Accounting System to Boost Emissions Transparency  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan’s Middle Corridor Role is ‘Game-Changer,’ Says EIB VP - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s Middle Corridor Role is ‘Game-Changer,’ Says EIB VP  The Astana Times

Mirny: A Giant Onshore Wind Project in Kazakhstan - TotalEnergies.comMirny: A Giant Onshore Wind Project in Kazakhstan  TotalEnergies.com

Development Bank of Kazakhstan Places Dollar and Tenge Eurobonds on International Markets - The Astana TimesDevelopment Bank of Kazakhstan Places Dollar and Tenge Eurobonds on International Markets  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan’s SCAT Launches New Almaty–Minsk Route - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s SCAT Launches New Almaty–Minsk Route  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Deepens Civil Aviation Ties with ICAO - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Deepens Civil Aviation Ties with ICAO  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan to Use Industrial Hemp for Passport Production - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan to Use Industrial Hemp for Passport Production  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan Unleashes Over Five Hundred Seventy Million Dollars Into Tourism In Five Months Igniting A New Era Of Travel And Infrastructure Power - Travel And Tour WorldKazakhstan Unleashes Over Five Hundred Seventy Million Dollars Into Tourism In Five Months Igniting A New Era Of Travel And Infrastructure Power  Travel And Tour World

East Kazakhstan to resume train service to Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara - qazinform.comEast Kazakhstan to resume train service to Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan to launch first fastest supercomputer in Central Asia - AnewZKazakhstan to launch first fastest supercomputer in Central Asia  AnewZ

Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan Launch Joint Venture for Green Energy Corridor - The Times Of Central AsiaUzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan Launch Joint Venture for Green Energy Corridor  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan supplied 160,000 tons of oil to Germany in June, Ifax reports - TradingViewKazakhstan supplied 160,000 tons of oil to Germany in June, Ifax reports  TradingView

Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan hold "Tarlan-2025" exercise - Azerbaycan24Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan hold "Tarlan-2025" exercise  Azerbaycan24

Spanish companies interested in developing projects in Kazakhstan - qazinform.comSpanish companies interested in developing projects in Kazakhstan  qazinform.com

World Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: Sakshi, Jaismine, Nupur Clinch Gold As India Bags 11 Medals - ETV BharatWorld Boxing Cup Kazakhstan 2025: Sakshi, Jaismine, Nupur Clinch Gold As India Bags 11 Medals  ETV Bharat

Kazakhstan to maintain oil output elevated through 2025: minister - Quantum Commodity IntelligenceKazakhstan to maintain oil output elevated through 2025: minister  Quantum Commodity Intelligence

Kazakhstan’s Bakhyt Khajibayev Wins Best Actor Award at SCO Film Festival in China - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s Bakhyt Khajibayev Wins Best Actor Award at SCO Film Festival in China  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan bags 3 medals at Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships - qazinform.comKazakhstan bags 3 medals at Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan’s president urges compromise after Trump slaps 25% tariffs - Latest news from AzerbaijanKazakhstan’s president urges compromise after Trump slaps 25% tariffs  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Tokayev Responds to Trump, Calls for Constructive Dialogue on US Tariffs - The Astana TimesTokayev Responds to Trump, Calls for Constructive Dialogue on US Tariffs  The Astana Times

Saudi Weightlifter Wins Silver at Asian Championship in Kazakhstan - Asharq Al-awsat - EnglishSaudi Weightlifter Wins Silver at Asian Championship in Kazakhstan  Asharq Al-awsat - English

World Boxing Cup 2025 Kazakhstan: India Wins 11 Medals, with 3 Gold - Utkarsh ClassesWorld Boxing Cup 2025 Kazakhstan: India Wins 11 Medals, with 3 Gold  Utkarsh Classes

Boxing Glory: Five Indians Enter Finals at World Boxing Cup in Kazakhstan - Deccan HeraldBoxing Glory: Five Indians Enter Finals at World Boxing Cup in Kazakhstan  Deccan Herald

Kazakhstan plans to keep oil output steady until year-end, Ifx reports - TradingViewKazakhstan plans to keep oil output steady until year-end, Ifx reports  TradingView

New Trump Tariffs Target Kazakhstan With 25% Rate - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineNew Trump Tariffs Target Kazakhstan With 25% Rate  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Trump Confirms New U.S. Tariffs on Kazakhstan Starting August 1 - The Times Of Central AsiaTrump Confirms New U.S. Tariffs on Kazakhstan Starting August 1  The Times Of Central Asia

News Digest: Foreign Media on Oil Output in Kazakhstan, Middle Corridor and More - The Astana TimesNews Digest: Foreign Media on Oil Output in Kazakhstan, Middle Corridor and More  The Astana Times

Earthquake jolts southern Kazakhstan - Latest news from AzerbaijanEarthquake jolts southern Kazakhstan  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijani Crew Films in Kazakhstan for Plane Crash Documentary - The Times Of Central AsiaAzerbaijani Crew Films in Kazakhstan for Plane Crash Documentary  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan fully supports BRICS Summit goals and objectives - qazinform.comKazakhstan fully supports BRICS Summit goals and objectives  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan to Invest in Afghanistan’s Turghundi-Herat Railway - The Astana TimesKazakhstan to Invest in Afghanistan’s Turghundi-Herat Railway  The Astana Times

KAZAKHSTAN CLINCH CAVA GIRLS’ U16 CROWN IN STYLE AS KYRGYZSTAN PICK UP BRONZE - Asian Volleyball ConfederationKAZAKHSTAN CLINCH CAVA GIRLS’ U16 CROWN IN STYLE AS KYRGYZSTAN PICK UP BRONZE  Asian Volleyball Confederation

Luban Workshop offers vocational education support for Kazakhstan - People's DailyLuban Workshop offers vocational education support for Kazakhstan  People's Daily

Unlocking Kazakhstan, the next frontier for EU tourism - EuractivUnlocking Kazakhstan, the next frontier for EU tourism  Euractiv

Kazakhstan Launches Central Asia’s Most Powerful Supercomputer - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Launches Central Asia’s Most Powerful Supercomputer  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan bans face coverings in public places - EuronewsKazakhstan bans face coverings in public places  Euronews

New UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan presents copy of credentials - qazinform.comNew UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan presents copy of credentials  qazinform.com

Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan launch joint military exercise - VIDEO - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan, Kazakhstan launch joint military exercise - VIDEO  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan hold Tarlan-2025 military drill - qazinform.comKazakhstan, Azerbaijan hold Tarlan-2025 military drill  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan is a model for the region - ICAO head on the country’s strategic role in global aviation - qazinform.comKazakhstan is a model for the region - ICAO head on the country’s strategic role in global aviation  qazinform.com

Donald Trump hits Malaysia, Kazakhstan with 25% tariffs, Myanmar and Laos face 40%, South Africa 30% - MSNDonald Trump hits Malaysia, Kazakhstan with 25% tariffs, Myanmar and Laos face 40%, South Africa 30%  MSN

Kazakhstan strengthens workplace safety through new training programme - International Labour OrganizationKazakhstan strengthens workplace safety through new training programme  International Labour Organization

OECD Public Governance Scan of Kazakhstan - OECDOECD Public Governance Scan of Kazakhstan  OECD

Kazakhstan prioritizes global health issues on sidelines of BRICS Summit - qazinform.comKazakhstan prioritizes global health issues on sidelines of BRICS Summit  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan, India Strengthen Ties via North-South Transport Corridor - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, India Strengthen Ties via North-South Transport Corridor  The Astana Times

Alstom inaugurates first service depot in Shu, Kazakhstan, creating 100 jobs and driving regional growth - AlstomAlstom inaugurates first service depot in Shu, Kazakhstan, creating 100 jobs and driving regional growth  Alstom

Kazakhstan’s First National Urban Forum launches a new urban agenda - qazinform.comKazakhstan’s First National Urban Forum launches a new urban agenda  qazinform.com

What Does the Arrest of a Former Top Anti-Corruption Official Signal for Kazakhstan? - The Times Of Central AsiaWhat Does the Arrest of a Former Top Anti-Corruption Official Signal for Kazakhstan?  The Times Of Central Asia

KAZAKHSTAN CRUISE TO FINAL, UZBEKISTAN BATTLE THROUGH IN THRILLING SEMIFINAL CLASH - Asian Volleyball ConfederationKAZAKHSTAN CRUISE TO FINAL, UZBEKISTAN BATTLE THROUGH IN THRILLING SEMIFINAL CLASH  Asian Volleyball Confederation

Kazakhstan's Yerassyl Saulebekov claims gold at 2025 Asian Junior Weightlifting Championships in Astana - qazinform.comKazakhstan's Yerassyl Saulebekov claims gold at 2025 Asian Junior Weightlifting Championships in Astana  qazinform.com

Chinese companies actively invest in green projects of Kazakhstan, Jiang Wei - qazinform.comChinese companies actively invest in green projects of Kazakhstan, Jiang Wei  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan travel - Lonely PlanetKazakhstan travel  Lonely Planet

???? Kazakhstan raises participation hopes for Eurovision 2026 - That Eurovision Site???? Kazakhstan raises participation hopes for Eurovision 2026  That Eurovision Site

Over 300 bln tenge invested in Kazakhstan’s tourism - qazinform.comOver 300 bln tenge invested in Kazakhstan’s tourism  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan Ends World Cup Home Stage with Eight Boxing Golds - Caspian NewsKazakhstan Ends World Cup Home Stage with Eight Boxing Golds  Caspian News

This Muslim-Majority Country Has Banned Face Coverings In Public, Including Burqa And Hijab - News18This Muslim-Majority Country Has Banned Face Coverings In Public, Including Burqa And Hijab  News18

Kazakhstan, China Sign Key Deals in Energy, Technology, Infrastructure - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, China Sign Key Deals in Energy, Technology, Infrastructure  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan seeks to reach consensus on trade with U.S. - qazinform.comKazakhstan seeks to reach consensus on trade with U.S.  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan Enjoys Almaty And Astana Tourism Boom: Nearly Six Hundred Million USD Investment in Domestic Travel and Medical Tourism, Here’s What You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldKazakhstan Enjoys Almaty And Astana Tourism Boom: Nearly Six Hundred Million USD Investment in Domestic Travel and Medical Tourism, Here’s What You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

First ever format sale from Turkiye to Kazakhstan - Prensario InternacionalFirst ever format sale from Turkiye to Kazakhstan  Prensario Internacional