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
Kazakhstan - Timeline - BBC

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Kazakhstan bans bride kidnappings, forced marriages - The HinduKazakhstan bans bride kidnappings, forced marriages  The Hindu

Did Kazakhstan Import a Commercialized Version of China’s Great Firewall? - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineDid Kazakhstan Import a Commercialized Version of China’s Great Firewall?  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Pakistan, Kazakhstan move to deepen trade with direct flights, fast-track visas - Arab NewsPakistan, Kazakhstan move to deepen trade with direct flights, fast-track visas  Arab News

Seven golds lift Kazakhstan to the top at inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 - Euronews.comSeven golds lift Kazakhstan to the top at inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025  Euronews.com

Kazakhstan Resumes Oil Exports via BakuTbilisiCeyhan After Suspension - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comKazakhstan Resumes Oil Exports via BakuTbilisiCeyhan After Suspension  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

A bold contemporary arts centre in Kazakhstan is a modernist landmark reborn - wallpaper.comA bold contemporary arts centre in Kazakhstan is a modernist landmark reborn  wallpaper.com

Kazakhstan bans bride kidnaps, forced marriages - The Economic TimesKazakhstan bans bride kidnaps, forced marriages  The Economic Times

Gallery of Almaty Museum of Arts by Chapman Taylor Opens in Kazakhstan - 1 - ArchDailyGallery of Almaty Museum of Arts by Chapman Taylor Opens in Kazakhstan - 1  ArchDaily

World Boxing Championships 2025: Kazakhstan dominate with seven golds, Teagn Stott settles for silver - Olympics.comWorld Boxing Championships 2025: Kazakhstan dominate with seven golds, Teagn Stott settles for silver  Olympics.com

Kazakhstan president receives Muslim World League chief in Astana - Arab NewsKazakhstan president receives Muslim World League chief in Astana  Arab News

Kazakhstan tops the medal table at the inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 thanks to victory in the final bout of the competition - World BoxingKazakhstan tops the medal table at the inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025 thanks to victory in the final bout of the competition  World Boxing

Kazakhstan Ranks 81st in Latest Global Innovation Index - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Ranks 81st in Latest Global Innovation Index  The Astana Times

Sunflower seeds: larger crops in Russia and Kazakhstan - Mundus AgriSunflower seeds: larger crops in Russia and Kazakhstan  Mundus Agri

Religious Leaders Convene in Kazakhstan to Promote Dialogue, Peace - Morocco World NewsReligious Leaders Convene in Kazakhstan to Promote Dialogue, Peace  Morocco World News

Central Asia’s First Rowing Canal Opens in Kazakhstan - The Times Of Central AsiaCentral Asia’s First Rowing Canal Opens in Kazakhstan  The Times Of Central Asia

First Ever Local Streamer Launches In Kazakhstan With Premieres Including Eco-Thriller ‘Black Caviar’ - DeadlineFirst Ever Local Streamer Launches In Kazakhstan With Premieres Including Eco-Thriller ‘Black Caviar’  Deadline

Uzbekistan has overtaken Russia and Kazakhstan in sunflower oil supplies to Afghanistan – expert - ???-??????Uzbekistan has overtaken Russia and Kazakhstan in sunflower oil supplies to Afghanistan – expert  ???-??????

Almaty Museum of Arts by Chapman Taylor Opens in Kazakhstan - ArchDailyAlmaty Museum of Arts by Chapman Taylor Opens in Kazakhstan  ArchDaily

Kazakhstan and US Sign Joint Statement on Nuclear Safety at IAEA Conference - The Astana TimesKazakhstan and US Sign Joint Statement on Nuclear Safety at IAEA Conference  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan has increased the share of oilseeds in crop rotation to 17% - ???-??????Kazakhstan has increased the share of oilseeds in crop rotation to 17%  ???-??????

Kazakhstan to Boost Agricultural Exports to Afghanistan - The Astana TimesKazakhstan to Boost Agricultural Exports to Afghanistan  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan to Introduce Legal Framework for Digital Financial Assets, Including Stablecoins - The Astana TimesKazakhstan to Introduce Legal Framework for Digital Financial Assets, Including Stablecoins  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Tops Medal Table at Historic World Boxing Championships in Liverpool - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Tops Medal Table at Historic World Boxing Championships in Liverpool  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Reaffirms Support for Qatar at Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Reaffirms Support for Qatar at Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan, Sierra Leone Forge Closer Diplomatic and Economic Ties - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Sierra Leone Forge Closer Diplomatic and Economic Ties  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Tops Medal Table at 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool - Caspian NewsKazakhstan Tops Medal Table at 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool  Caspian News

Kazakhstan plans to establish unified electronic archive - qazinform.comKazakhstan plans to establish unified electronic archive  qazinform.com

UN Action Plan to Protect Religious Sites Presented in Astana - The Times Of Central AsiaUN Action Plan to Protect Religious Sites Presented in Astana  The Times Of Central Asia

IAEA to support Kazakhstan at all phases of NPP construction - qazinform.comIAEA to support Kazakhstan at all phases of NPP construction  qazinform.com

Meet Toktar Aubakirov, Kazakhstan’s first cosmonaut who brought his nation into space history - Euronews.comMeet Toktar Aubakirov, Kazakhstan’s first cosmonaut who brought his nation into space history  Euronews.com

President of Kazakhstan met with the region's farmers - Agroberichten BuitenlandPresident of Kazakhstan met with the region's farmers  Agroberichten Buitenland

Kazakhstan expands high-tech orchard production across 120 ha - FreshPlazaKazakhstan expands high-tech orchard production across 120 ha  FreshPlaza

Kazakhstan bolsters rapid response capabilities to potential security threats - EurasianetKazakhstan bolsters rapid response capabilities to potential security threats  Eurasianet

Coursera Recognizes Kazakhstan’s Efforts to Modernize Higher Education System - The Astana TimesCoursera Recognizes Kazakhstan’s Efforts to Modernize Higher Education System  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan’s Cultural Reawakening: Almaty Opens Its New Museum of Arts - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan’s Cultural Reawakening: Almaty Opens Its New Museum of Arts  The Times Of Central Asia

Rustem Kabanbayev becomes Kazakhstan's first ICAO auditor - qazinform.comRustem Kabanbayev becomes Kazakhstan's first ICAO auditor  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan v USA: 2025 BJK Cup Finals quarter-final preview - billiejeankingcup.comKazakhstan v USA: 2025 BJK Cup Finals quarter-final preview  billiejeankingcup.com

Kazakhstan Moves to Ban Electric Scooters from Sidewalks - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Moves to Ban Electric Scooters from Sidewalks  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan Wins Team Gold at World Boxing Championships in Liverpool - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Wins Team Gold at World Boxing Championships in Liverpool  The Times Of Central Asia

EHang Signs MOU with Kazakhstan's Allur Group to Jointly Expand Urban Air Mobility in Central Asia - ASDNewsEHang Signs MOU with Kazakhstan's Allur Group to Jointly Expand Urban Air Mobility in Central Asia  ASDNews

Kazakhstan to expand satellite internet services on trains - TelecompaperKazakhstan to expand satellite internet services on trains  Telecompaper

Vatican Extends Blessing to Kazakhstan’s Major Interfaith Congress - The Astana TimesVatican Extends Blessing to Kazakhstan’s Major Interfaith Congress  The Astana Times

Shared Values, Shared Voices: An Interview With Spain’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan - The Times Of Central AsiaShared Values, Shared Voices: An Interview With Spain’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan’s Reform Path: Consolidation of Power and Strategic Modernisation - SpecialEurasiaKazakhstan’s Reform Path: Consolidation of Power and Strategic Modernisation  SpecialEurasia

TECNIMONT (MAIRE) hosted Local Value Shared Growth Forum in Kazakhs... - MaireTECNIMONT (MAIRE) hosted Local Value Shared Growth Forum in Kazakhs...  Maire

Kazakhstan to brace for rain and thunderstorms - qazinform.comKazakhstan to brace for rain and thunderstorms  qazinform.com

Laramide Identifies Targets for 15,000 Meter Drill Program at Kazakhstan Uranium Project - Investing News NetworkLaramide Identifies Targets for 15,000 Meter Drill Program at Kazakhstan Uranium Project  Investing News Network

Kazakhstan’s Sanjar Tashkenbay Wins Gold at World Boxing Championships 2025 - Caspian NewsKazakhstan’s Sanjar Tashkenbay Wins Gold at World Boxing Championships 2025  Caspian News

MWL chief highlights Gaza’s ‘mass genocide’ at religion conference in Kazakhstan - Arab NewsMWL chief highlights Gaza’s ‘mass genocide’ at religion conference in Kazakhstan  Arab News

Kazakhstan boosts apple exports, while domestic prices continue to rise - FreshPlazaKazakhstan boosts apple exports, while domestic prices continue to rise  FreshPlaza

Kazakhstan Criminalizes Forced Marriage in Landmark Legal Reform - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Criminalizes Forced Marriage in Landmark Legal Reform  The Times Of Central Asia

Blast at Scrap Metal Site in Kazakhstan Kills Three Uzbek Citizens - The Times Of Central AsiaBlast at Scrap Metal Site in Kazakhstan Kills Three Uzbek Citizens  The Times Of Central Asia

Kipling and Code: Tokayev Advocates Global AI Ethics Principles - The Times Of Central AsiaKipling and Code: Tokayev Advocates Global AI Ethics Principles  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan resumes oil exports via Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline - TradingViewKazakhstan resumes oil exports via Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline  TradingView

Kazakhstan Trade Deficit with China Quadruples in 2025 - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Trade Deficit with China Quadruples in 2025  The Times Of Central Asia

Russia and Kazakhstan aim to boost trade to US$30 billion - TV BRICSRussia and Kazakhstan aim to boost trade to US$30 billion  TV BRICS

Grain harvest in Kazakhstan will decrease by 12% in 2025 - Grain Union - ???-??????Grain harvest in Kazakhstan will decrease by 12% in 2025 - Grain Union  ???-??????

Kazakhstan: Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth Development Policy Operation - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)Kazakhstan: Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth Development Policy Operation  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)

Real Madrid squad for Kazakhstan: stars and rising talents set to face Kairat - qazinform.comReal Madrid squad for Kazakhstan: stars and rising talents set to face Kairat  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan Economy Posts Record 9.6% Growth in January–August - TradingViewKazakhstan Economy Posts Record 9.6% Growth in January–August  TradingView

Kazakhstan's Oil And Gas Output Picks Up Speed In 2025 - FinimizeKazakhstan's Oil And Gas Output Picks Up Speed In 2025  Finimize

Inflation in Kazakhstan “Eating Away” at Incomes: Authorities Struggle for Answers - The Times Of Central AsiaInflation in Kazakhstan “Eating Away” at Incomes: Authorities Struggle for Answers  The Times Of Central Asia

Thai AirAsia X Expands Asian Network with 3 New Flights From Bangkok to Almaty-Kazakhstan, Sendai-Japan and Riyadh-Saudi Arabia - AirAsia NewsroomThai AirAsia X Expands Asian Network with 3 New Flights From Bangkok to Almaty-Kazakhstan, Sendai-Japan and Riyadh-Saudi Arabia  AirAsia Newsroom

Kazakhstan Industrial Output Growth Hits 8-Year High - TradingViewKazakhstan Industrial Output Growth Hits 8-Year High  TradingView

Stone and aluminium define Kazakhstan’s bold new museum landmark - alcircleStone and aluminium define Kazakhstan’s bold new museum landmark  alcircle

Kazakhstan tops medal table at Inaugural World Boxing Championships in Liverpool - qazinform.comKazakhstan tops medal table at Inaugural World Boxing Championships in Liverpool  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan among regional innovation leaders - qazinform.comKazakhstan among regional innovation leaders  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan’s National Museum Showcases 86 Unique Exhibits of World Religions - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s National Museum Showcases 86 Unique Exhibits of World Religions  The Astana Times

ADB Invests in New Road Project to Improve Transport Connectivity in Kazakhstan - India Education DiaryADB Invests in New Road Project to Improve Transport Connectivity in Kazakhstan  India Education Diary

11.6 million tons of grain have been harvested in Kazakhstan - ???-??????11.6 million tons of grain have been harvested in Kazakhstan  ???-??????

Backstreet Boys announce Kazakhstan Concerts on social media - qazinform.comBackstreet Boys announce Kazakhstan Concerts on social media  qazinform.com

Amir Maimuratov of Kazakhstan enters top 10 at IFSC Climbing World Cup stage in China - qazinform.comAmir Maimuratov of Kazakhstan enters top 10 at IFSC Climbing World Cup stage in China  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan’s President Takes The Country Into The Tech Future - ForbesKazakhstan’s President Takes The Country Into The Tech Future  Forbes

DRC, Kazakhstan Sign Mining Cooperation Agreement - Energy Capital & PowerDRC, Kazakhstan Sign Mining Cooperation Agreement  Energy Capital & Power

Thai and Japanese Buddhist Leaders to Join Global Interfaith Congress in Kazakhstan - Buddhistdoor GlobalThai and Japanese Buddhist Leaders to Join Global Interfaith Congress in Kazakhstan  Buddhistdoor Global

Kazakhstan resumes oil shipments via Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline - Latest news from AzerbaijanKazakhstan resumes oil shipments via Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline  Latest news from Azerbaijan

IAEA lauds Kazakhstan’s nuclear vision, pledges strong support - Trend News AgencyIAEA lauds Kazakhstan’s nuclear vision, pledges strong support  Trend News Agency

Kazakhstan close to picking Chinese contractor for gas processing project - Upstream OnlineKazakhstan close to picking Chinese contractor for gas processing project  Upstream Online

Kazakhstan's August crude output still elevated at 1.83m bpd - Quantum Commodity IntelligenceKazakhstan's August crude output still elevated at 1.83m bpd  Quantum Commodity Intelligence

PREVIEW Billie Jean King Cup Quarterfinals: Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina set for marquee showdown in USA vs. Kazakhstan tie - Tennisuptodate.comPREVIEW Billie Jean King Cup Quarterfinals: Jessica Pegula and Elena Rybakina set for marquee showdown in USA vs. Kazakhstan tie  Tennisuptodate.com

Kazakhstan Sees Growth in Urban Cancer Cases - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Sees Growth in Urban Cancer Cases  The Times Of Central Asia

Citizens in Kazakhstan are protecting themselves through the "Stop Credit" service - Zamin.uzCitizens in Kazakhstan are protecting themselves through the "Stop Credit" service  Zamin.uz

Fog and heavy rains to batter Kazakhstan - qazinform.comFog and heavy rains to batter Kazakhstan  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan to launch national cargo airline in 2026 - qazinform.comKazakhstan to launch national cargo airline in 2026  qazinform.com

Tokayev sets out Kazakhstan’s digital and political roadmap - EuractivTokayev sets out Kazakhstan’s digital and political roadmap  Euractiv

Kazakhstan to Build Major Dry Port and Logistics Hub on Chinese Border - The Astana TimesKazakhstan to Build Major Dry Port and Logistics Hub on Chinese Border  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan to set up Center for Regulatory Intelligence - qazinform.comKazakhstan to set up Center for Regulatory Intelligence  qazinform.com

AIIB, Kazakhstan Sign Landmark Memorandum of Understanding to Unlock USD6 Billion for Sustainable Development - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)AIIB, Kazakhstan Sign Landmark Memorandum of Understanding to Unlock USD6 Billion for Sustainable Development  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)

Central Asians in Putin’s War: Fighting for Ukraine, Forced for Russia - The Times Of Central AsiaCentral Asians in Putin’s War: Fighting for Ukraine, Forced for Russia  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan's industrial output up 7.6% year-on-year in Jan-Aug - TradingViewKazakhstan's industrial output up 7.6% year-on-year in Jan-Aug  TradingView

Kazakhstan takes part in IBI 9.9 Global Business Linkage Festival - qazinform.comKazakhstan takes part in IBI 9.9 Global Business Linkage Festival  qazinform.com

Law criminalizing forced marriage comes into force in Kazakhstan - AKI PressLaw criminalizing forced marriage comes into force in Kazakhstan  AKI Press

Kazakhstan harvested 11.6 million tons of grain, agriculture ministry says - TradingViewKazakhstan harvested 11.6 million tons of grain, agriculture ministry says  TradingView

Global pop icons Backstreet Boys to arrive in Kazakhstan for the first time - qazinform.comGlobal pop icons Backstreet Boys to arrive in Kazakhstan for the first time  qazinform.com

India, Kazakhstan discuss ways to boost defence cooperation, military ties - The HinduIndia, Kazakhstan discuss ways to boost defence cooperation, military ties  The Hindu

Kazakhstan puts 15 film projects into production in 2025 - qazinform.comKazakhstan puts 15 film projects into production in 2025  qazinform.com

Why Kazakhstan is a perfect destination for India's diversified exports - Awaz The VoiceWhy Kazakhstan is a perfect destination for India's diversified exports  Awaz The Voice

Kazakhstan's flag raised on Mount Damavand at 5,671 meters - qazinform.comKazakhstan's flag raised on Mount Damavand at 5,671 meters  qazinform.com

69th session of IAEA General Conference: Kazakhstan, U.S. sign joint statement - qazinform.com69th session of IAEA General Conference: Kazakhstan, U.S. sign joint statement  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan pockets first gold at World Boxing Championships - qazinform.comKazakhstan pockets first gold at World Boxing Championships  qazinform.com