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        <description><![CDATA[Новости Казахстана]]></description>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and Hong Kong Expand Economic Partnership: 4 Intergovernmental Memorandums and 42 Commercial Agreements Signed]]></title>
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                <description>Opening the meeting, members of the Hong Kong delegation stated that the purpose of the visit was to explore partnership opportunities between Kazakhstani companies and business entities from Hong Kong and mainland China, as well as to identify new areas for trilateral cooperation within the “Hong Kong – Mainland China – Kazakhstan” framework.

 

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[In Astana, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin held a meeting with representatives of the business communities of Hong Kong and mainland China. The event brought together around 70 business representatives, including 40 companies from Hong Kong and 30 companies from mainland China operating in finance, logistics, technology, energy, industry, and professional services.

Opening the meeting, members of the Hong Kong delegation stated that the purpose of the visit was to explore partnership opportunities between Kazakhstani companies and business entities from Hong Kong and mainland China, as well as to identify new areas for trilateral cooperation within the “Hong Kong – Mainland China – Kazakhstan” framework.

During the meeting, participants were presented with the Northern Metropolis development project. The initiative covers one-third of Hong Kong’s territory and предусматривает the creation of more than 3,000 hectares of new land, including approximately 800 hectares designated as an industrial zone. It was noted that the industrial park could serve as a gateway for Kazakhstani and Central Asian companies seeking access to the mainland Chinese market through Hong Kong as an international financial and trading hub.

Various cooperation mechanisms are being offered to investors, including public-private partnerships, joint ventures, leasing of production facilities, and co-investment opportunities. Additional advantages include a developed financial infrastructure, the application of English common law, and a comprehensive business support ecosystem.

Serik Zhumangarin noted that, thanks to its unique economic development experience, Hong Kong has become one of the world’s leading financial, trade, and logistics centers.

“We see significant potential for expanding the participation of Hong Kong partners in projects across Kazakhstan’s priority economic sectors. Kazakhstan remains a reliable and stable destination for investment, with strong creditworthiness and substantial international reserves,” the Deputy Prime Minister said.

He added that Kazakhstan’s development institutions are ready to actively attract foreign financing for major projects. In particular, the Baiterek Holding, which holds credit ratings at the sovereign level, is capable of providing up to $15–20 billion in investment financing annually and, when necessary, acting as a financial co-investor with an equity stake of up to 49% in projects.

According to Serik Zhumangarin, the development of cooperation with Hong Kong’s financial institutions and investment community is of particular interest. Promising areas include bond issuance, attracting financing in Chinese yuan, listing Kazakhstani companies on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, and jointly implementing large-scale investment projects.

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee stated that the region is ready to provide Kazakhstani businesses with access to international financial markets, the infrastructure of China’s Greater Bay Area, and the opportunities offered by the Northern Metropolis, a new center for innovation, science, and technology.

One successful example of cooperation is the issuance of Chinese yuan-denominated Eurobonds by the Development Bank of Kazakhstan, listed on both the Hong Kong and Kazakhstan stock exchanges.

Another practical instrument under consideration is the Adal Fund L.P., with a target size of up to $1 billion, aimed at developing export-oriented agriculture, deep processing of agricultural products, and consolidating domestic producers.

“Over the past 20 years, Kazakhstan has attracted more than $445 billion in foreign direct investment, including approximately $30 billion from China. Investment from Hong Kong into Kazakhstan’s economy has reached nearly $740 million. We are interested in further strengthening our partnership and creating new investment opportunities for businesses in our countries,” Serik Zhumangarin said.

Frederick Ma, Chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), emphasized that the delegation brought together leading business representatives from Hong Kong and mainland China who are ready to implement joint projects with Kazakhstani partners.

According to him, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council has been promoting international trade relations for 60 years and today operates a network of 51 offices worldwide, including a representative office in Almaty. The office supports both Hong Kong investors entering the Kazakhstani market and Kazakhstani companies seeking to expand their presence in Asia.

As a result of the business delegation’s visit, 4 intergovernmental memorandums of understanding and 42 agreements and memorandums were signed between companies and organizations from Kazakhstan, Hong Kong, and mainland China. The documents cover cooperation in aviation, finance, trade, innovation, technology, the digital economy, and green development.
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                <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:21:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Official Opening Ceremony of the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus Held in Astana]]></title>
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                <description>The event represents an important milestone in the development of bilateral relations between Kazakhstan and Cyprus.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[During the first official visit of President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides to Kazakhstan, a ceremonial opening of the Embassy of the Republic of Cyprus took place in Astana, marking a new chapter in relations between the two countries.

The embassy is Cyprus’s first diplomatic mission in Central Asia, highlighting Kazakhstan’s importance as a strategic partner in the region and opening new prospects for trade, investment and economic cooperation.

Speaking at the ceremony, Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev described Cyprus as a valuable partner within the European Union and noted that the new embassy would help deepen political dialogue and strengthen ties between Central Asia and the Mediterranean.

Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos emphasized the significance of establishing the country’s first diplomatic presence in the region and expressed confidence in the continued growth of cooperation between Cyprus and Kazakhstan.

 
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                <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:20:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and the European Union Set New Strategic Goals to Deepen Partnership]]></title>
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                <description>The parties exchanged views on the progress of political reforms in Kazakhstan, including public administration, judicial reforms, and strengthening the rule of law.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[The 23rd meeting of the Cooperation Committee in Political Configuration was held within the framework of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement. The meeting was co-chaired by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov and Deputy Managing Director for Eastern Europe and Central Asia at the European External Action Service Audrone Perkauskiene.

The parties exchanged views on the progress of political reforms in Kazakhstan, including public administration, judicial reforms, and strengthening the rule of law.

Special attention was given to trade and economic cooperation, particularly the implementation of the Global Gateway initiative. Kazakhstan and the European Union identified key priorities for expanding cooperation in transport and logistics connectivity, green energy, environmental protection, critical raw materials, and increasing Kazakhstan’s export potential.

The importance of academic mobility and cooperation between research institutions under the Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe programmes was also emphasized.

“The European Union remains Kazakhstan’s largest trade and investment partner. Last year, bilateral trade reached 45 billion US dollars. From 2005 to 2025, European investments in Kazakhstan exceeded 200 billion dollars. More than 4,000 European companies are currently operating successfully in our country. We highly appreciate the growing interest of European businesses in Kazakhstan and the region as a reliable partner and strategic transit hub connecting Europe and Asia,” Deputy Minister Issetov noted.

For her part, Audrone Perkauskiene praised the positive dynamics of the strategic partnership with Kazakhstan and reaffirmed the European Union’s interest in deepening cooperation across all areas while jointly addressing common international challenges.

The parties also discussed prospects for facilitating visa procedures for citizens of Kazakhstan. Both sides stressed the importance of strengthening dialogue and further expanding cooperation in consular and visa matters.

Following the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and the European Union across the full range of bilateral relations.

The platform continues to serve as an effective mechanism for discussing the current cooperation agenda and coordinating positions between Kazakhstan and the European Union on a broad range of issues involving sectoral government institutions.
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                <pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 23:40:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan Develops Innovative Technology for Extracting Gold from Complex Ores]]></title>
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                <description>The development has successfully passed laboratory testing and is being considered for future industrial implementation.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[Kazakh scientists have developed a new technology designed to increase the efficiency of gold extraction from refractory ores while simultaneously reducing processing costs. The development has successfully passed laboratory testing and is being considered for future industrial implementation.

The project was carried out by specialists from the branch of the Republican State Enterprise “National Center for Complex Processing of Mineral Raw Materials of the Republic of Kazakhstan” under the State Research and Production Association of Industrial Ecology “Kazmechanobr,” led by PhD, Associate Professor and Deputy Director for Scientific Work, senior researcher of the Precious Metals Laboratory, Bauyrzhan Surimbaev, within the framework of grant funding AP19677446.

The development addresses one of the key challenges in modern gold mining — the depletion of high-grade deposits and the growing share of low-grade, complex ores. Traditional processing methods do not always ensure high metal recovery and often require expensive reagents and strict technological conditions.

Kazakh researchers proposed two innovative technological approaches, separately tailored for oxidized and sulfide gold-bearing ores.

For oxidized ores, a pre-treatment technology using hydrogen peroxide and/or sodium acetate prior to heap leaching has been developed. This approach increased gold recovery by up to 7%, and by 10–14% when the reagents were used in combination.

For sulfide ores, the scientists implemented a process involving the production of a rich gravity concentrate followed by intensive cyanidation. The use of sodium acetate further increased gold recovery by up to 4% and reduced the amount of precious metal remaining in processing tailings. In addition, sodium acetate is being considered as a promising partial alternative to expensive reagents, making the process more cost-effective.

According to the developers, the main value of the project lies in its comprehensive approach, which allows technological solutions to be adapted to different types of mineral raw materials and improves the overall depth of resource processing.

The high scientific level of the project is confirmed by international recognition. The research has resulted in six scientific publications, including two monographs and four articles in high-impact international journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science (Q1 and Q2), such as Mineral Processing and Extractive Metallurgy Review (Taylor &amp; Francis), Mining, Metallurgy &amp; Exploration (Springer Nature), and Heliyon (Elsevier).

The project is also contributing to academic development, with one PhD candidate currently completing a dissertation on the topic.

In the future, the developers plan to move toward industrial-scale testing of the technology and continue searching for new reagent solutions to improve the processing of various types of gold ores.

This development opens new opportunities for deeper and more cost-effective processing of mineral resources, higher precious metal recovery, and the advancement of Kazakhstan’s mining and metallurgical science.
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                <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2026 15:13:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Diplomats from OSCE Member States Discuss Prospects for Cooperation in Astana]]></title>
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                <description>During talks held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the sides discussed cooperation within the OSCE framework as well as opportunities for strengthening future collaboration.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[A delegation of Permanent Representatives from the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Canada, France, the Netherlands, and the United States to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) visited Astana.

During talks held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the sides discussed cooperation within the OSCE framework as well as opportunities for strengthening future collaboration.

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov stated that cooperation between Kazakhstan and the OSCE is based on mutual trust, respect, and a common commitment to security, sustainable development, and human rights.

He also underlined Kazakhstan’s readiness to further expand constructive and mutually beneficial interaction with OSCE participating states across all three dimensions of the Organization.

The ambassadors, in turn, emphasized Kazakhstan’s important role within the OSCE and praised the strong level of cooperation among member states.

The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their intention to continue developing practical and mutually beneficial cooperation.
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                <pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 21:02:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Marketplaces will be required to promote products labeled “Made in Kazakhstan”]]></title>
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                <description>The new requirements are part of a broader state policy to support domestic producers. Legislation already mandates a mandatory share of Kazakhstani goods in retail outlets. 

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[The requirement for the &quot;Made in Kazakhstan&quot; labeling now applies not only to retail chains but also to online platforms. The Ministry of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan is strengthening the rules for promoting domestic goods both in offline retail and e-commerce. Marketplaces will be required to implement mandatory mechanisms for the priority display of Kazakhstani products in search results and to create separate &quot;Made in Kazakhstan&quot; sections. Currently, the package of relevant legislative amendments is undergoing coordination procedures with interested state bodies. This was stated by the Acting Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Aizhan Bijanova, at the round table &quot;Promotion of the national brand &amp;#39;Made in Kazakhstan&amp;#39; in retail chains.&quot;

The new requirements are part of a broader state policy to support domestic producers. Legislation already mandates a mandatory share of Kazakhstani goods in retail outlets. Today, it constitutes at least 30 percent of the assortment. An additional up to 20 percent of shelf space can be allocated through support programs involving the &quot;Damu&quot; fund. In total, domestic products can occupy up to half of a store&amp;#39;s assortment.

&quot;At the same time, it is no less important for the buyer to see the domestic product. Therefore, the legislation establishes requirements not only for the quantity but also for the quality of the display of domestic products. Products from domestic manufacturers should be placed in visually and physically accessible locations at the buyer&amp;#39;s eye level. This is the so-called &amp;#39;golden shelf.&amp;#39; It is from this shelf that the buyer takes the product first. I think the Kazakhstani producer has the right to this place,&quot; noted Aizhan Bijanova.

The effectiveness of such approaches is confirmed by the results of an experiment by the National Analytical Center at Nazarbayev University. Together with the Magnum retail chain, researchers tested behavioral tools to promote Kazakhstani cheeses. The project was implemented with methodological support from the British company Behavioural Insights Team, specializing in behavioral science.

The stores used simple visual solutions: banners, shelf dividers, stickers, shelf strips, and audio announcements emphasizing the &quot;Made in Kazakhstan&quot; labeling. The experiment took place in a real shopping environment over four weeks.

The result exceeded international benchmarks. Sales of Kazakhstani cheese in the pilot stores increased by 20 percent. For comparison: the global average effect of similar behavioral tools is estimated at about 8 percent.

&quot;We decided to test behavioral tools in the Kazakhstani context using cheese as an example. Cheese is on the list of basic food products, yet it has a high share of imports (47%). In just 4 weeks of the experiment, sales of Kazakhstani cheese in the pilot stores increased by 20%! This is a very high indicator. Our experiment proves that Kazakhstani people are ready to show &amp;#39;economic patriotism&amp;#39;; they just need help making this choice in the store, that is, making the product more recognizable and visible,&quot; noted Saltanat Dzhanenova, Director of the Center for Public Administration and Behavioral Public Policy of the NAC.

The Ministry is also strengthening control over compliance with the requirements. Appeals about violations of the legislation can serve as grounds for unscheduled inspections. Fines are provided for restricting access of domestic goods to retail networks, failure to comply with instructions, and violation of terms of work with suppliers.

In parallel, the MTI is preparing new legislative changes. It is planned to introduce the concept of an &quot;unproductive intermediary,&quot; strengthen control over trade barriers, and enshrine the obligation of retail outlets to provide domestic producers with access to retail space when vacancies are available.
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                <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 18:37:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom Discuss Expanding Trade and Investment Cooperation]]></title>
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                <description>The discussion focused on prospects for further strengthening Kazakh-British trade, economic and investment partnership, as well as priority items on the agenda of the upcoming meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[A meeting was held in Astana between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov and the His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Eastern Europe and Central Asia David Reed MBE.

The discussion focused on prospects for further strengthening Kazakh-British trade, economic and investment partnership, as well as priority items on the agenda of the upcoming meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission.

Positive dynamics in bilateral trade and significant potential for its further growth were noted. In this context, it was emphasized that Kazakhstan is the United Kingdom’s largest trading partner in Central Asia: of nearly GBP 5 billion in UK trade with the countries of the region, around GBP 2.7 billion accounts for Kazakhstan.

Particular attention was paid to the development of investment cooperation in critical minerals, energy, infrastructure, transport and logistics, financial services, digitalization, artificial intelligence and education. The potential for cooperation in the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route was also highlighted, taking into account Kazakhstan’s strategic location and its role in ensuring resilient supply chains between Europe and Asia.

The meeting also addressed opportunities to attract British expertise and financial instruments for the implementation of infrastructure, energy and industrial projects in Kazakhstan. In this context, the ratified Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Agreement was noted as creating a favorable framework for advancing concrete mutually beneficial projects, expanding institutional engagement and ensuring the practical implementation of agreements across key areas of the bilateral agenda.

Humanitarian and educational cooperation was also noted to be gaining momentum, including through the expanding presence of British universities in Kazakhstan. Education, skills development and the advancement of the innovation ecosystem were highlighted as important elements of long-term economic partnership.

Following the meeting, readiness was reaffirmed to further deepen the Kazakh-British strategic partnership, expand mutual trade and ensure the practical implementation of the agreements reached.
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                <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 19:08:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan’s Investment Opportunities Presented in the Republic of Korea]]></title>
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                <description>The event brought together representatives of government agencies, national companies, financial institutions, and business communities from both countries. Approximately 50 leading Korean companies representing the energy, industrial, infrastructure, financial, and technology sectors participated in the discussions.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[A roundtable discussion on &quot;Kazakhstan&amp;#39;s Investment Opportunities for Korean Business&quot; was held in Seoul, as part of the visit of the Kazakh delegation, led by Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

The event brought together representatives of government agencies, national companies, financial institutions, and business communities from both countries. Approximately 50 leading Korean companies representing the energy, industrial, infrastructure, financial, and technology sectors participated in the discussions.

Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea, Asset Issenali emphasized the progressive development of the Kazakh-Korean strategic partnership and the growing interest of South Korean businesses in the Kazakh economy.

Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan detailed the Kazakhstan&amp;#39;s competitive advantages as the largest economy in Central Asia, an important transport and logistics hub, and a reliable platform for long-term investment projects.

Korean partners were presented with promising areas of cooperation in energy, mechanical engineering, agro-industrial complex, transport infrastructure, logistics, and digital technologies. Particular emphasis was placed on the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor), which is increasingly important as a key transit route between Asia and Europe.

Participants focused on the opportunities offered by Kazakhstan&amp;#39;s special economic and industrial zones, current government support measures for investors, and project support mechanisms based on the &quot;one-stop shop&quot; principle. Presentations were also given by representatives of the Aktobe Region Akimat, Baiterek National Investment Holding JSC, Samruk-Kazyna JSC, KAZAKH INVEST National Company JSC, KEGOC JSC, QazaqGaz National Company JSC, Almaty Invest, and the Korkyt Ata SEZ Management Company. The presentations focused on infrastructure initiatives, production localization projects, and prospects for jointly implementing high-tech manufacturing projects with Korean capital.

The Alatau City project was presented separately during the event. The Kazakh side highlighted opportunities for attracting advanced Korean technologies and investment to develop modern urban infrastructure and the industrial and innovative potential of the new growth center.

It was noted that the project is being implemented in accordance with the adopted Constitutional Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan &quot;On the Special Legal Regime of Alatau City,&quot; which provides special conditions for doing business, simplified administrative procedures, and a stable and predictable regulatory environment for foreign investors. Representatives from KIND, Korea Eximbank, Doosan Energy, KNOC, Shinhan Securities, BNK Financial Group, and other leading South Korean corporations and financial institutions participated in the discussions.

A number of bilateral meetings with current and potential investors took place on the sidelines of the roundtable. The parties discussed specific projects, prospects for expanding industrial cooperation, and new areas of collaboration.
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                <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 11:49:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan Exports 11.1 Million Tons of Grain and Flour (Grain Equivalent)]]></title>
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                <description>The growth was driven by steady demand in traditional export markets, improved logistics, and government support measures for the agricultural sector.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[According to Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, from September 2025 to April 2026, Kazakhstan exported 11.1 million tons of grain and flour in grain equivalent, marking a 13% increase compared to 9.8 million tons during the same period a year earlier.

The growth was driven by steady demand in traditional export markets, improved logistics, and government support measures for the agricultural sector.

Significant increases were recorded across key destinations. Exports to Uzbekistan rose by 13.8% to 9.3 million tons, shipments to Kyrgyzstan grew 1.6 times to 440 thousand tons, supplies to Afghanistan increased by 51% to 1.8 million tons, and exports to Turkmenistan expanded 1.5 times to 183 thousand tons.

This upward trend highlights the strong competitiveness of Kazakh grain in international markets and reinforces the country’s position as a leading agricultural exporter in the region. Efforts to diversify export destinations, enhance transport and logistics infrastructure, and increase value-added production are ongoing.
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                <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 23:38:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and Austria Outlined New Areas of Cooperation]]></title>
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                <description>Both sides reaffirmed the strong Kazakh–Austrian partnership based on trust and practical cooperation, highlighting Austria’s importance as a key EU partner and expressing readiness to deepen ties at both bilateral and multilateral levels.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with Austria’s Federal Ministers Beate Meinl-Reisinger (European and International Affairs) and Gerhard Karner (Interior) during their official visit to Kazakhstan.

Both sides reaffirmed the strong Kazakh–Austrian partnership based on trust and practical cooperation, highlighting Austria’s importance as a key EU partner and expressing readiness to deepen ties at both bilateral and multilateral levels.

Discussions covered the implementation of agreements on diplomatic visa exemption and readmission, as well as Austria’s plan, in cooperation with the OSCE, to provide 25 passport readers to Astana International Airport.

The parties emphasized expanding trade, economic, and investment cooperation, including through a business roundtable, and noted the role of the Intergovernmental Commission, Business Council, and Austrian companies in Kazakhstan.

They identified strong potential in sectors such as mining, transport and infrastructure, energy, tourism, and education, with particular focus on logistics projects like the Middle Corridor and the EU’s Global Gateway initiative.

Energy cooperation was also discussed, with Kazakhstan’s role as a key oil supplier to Austria highlighted.

The meeting also addressed regional and global security issues, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to peaceful solutions in line with the UN Charter.

The parties expressed confidence that continued cooperation will further strengthen and expand the Kazakh–Austrian partnership.
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                <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 22:10:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan is actively promoting the financing of future technologies and expands access to investments within SCO Development Bank]]></title>
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                <description>The meeting brought together deputy finance ministers from SCO countries and partners, along with representatives of the SCO Secretariat.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[Kazakhstan is advancing initiatives to support future-oriented technologies through the planned Development Bank of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). On April 29–30, 2026, discussions in Xi’an, China, focused on identifying additional funding sources for the economies and infrastructure projects of SCO member and partner states.

The meeting brought together deputy finance ministers from SCO countries and partners, along with representatives of the SCO Secretariat. Kazakhstan was represented by Vice Minister of Finance Dauren Kenbeil, who participated in the second consultative session on establishing the SCO Development Bank.

Participants reviewed key aspects of the proposed institution, including its priority investment areas and approaches to capitalization.

In his address, Kenbeil emphasized that the bank should prioritize support for next-generation technologies. He highlighted sectors such as artificial intelligence and biotechnology, as well as mechanisms for transferring industrial and green technologies, including those from China.

Discussions also covered non-sovereign financing, the use of local currencies in forming authorized capital, and alternative financial instruments.

The sides agreed to continue consultations at a high level, with the next meeting scheduled for May 28–29, 2026, in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

On the sidelines, a meeting was held with Liao Min, Vice Minister of Finance of China, where the parties discussed final steps for issuing panda bonds in the Chinese market and financing a pumping and filtration station project in Astana.
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                <pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:26:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and Singapore Outline New Areas of Cooperation]]></title>
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                <description>During the talks, both sides reviewed the current state and future prospects of Kazakhstan–Singapore relations

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yermek Kosherbayev, held a meeting with Kevin Cheok, Deputy Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Singapore.

During the talks, both sides reviewed the current state and future prospects of Kazakhstan–Singapore relations. They highlighted the strong level of political dialogue and a shared interest in expanding cooperation in trade, economic, and investment areas.

The Kazakh Foreign Minister underlined the considerable potential for collaboration in digitalization, innovation, and sustainable development, and expressed Kazakhstan’s readiness to further strengthen bilateral engagement.

Deputy Secretary Cheok, in turn, reaffirmed Singapore’s interest in deepening cooperation, including through joint initiatives in the green economy, logistics, and human capital development.

Special focus was also placed on enhancing business connections and fostering closer ties between the business communities of both countries.
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                <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:28:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President of Israel Isaac Herzog hold a tête-à-tête meeting]]></title>
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                <description>During the solemn ceremony, the heads of state introduced the members of their official delegations to one another.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[At the Akorda Presidential Residence, Isaac Herzog was officially welcomed during his visit to Kazakhstan. The ceremony included the introduction of official delegations and the playing of the national anthems of Kazakhstan and Israel.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the long-standing friendly ties between the two countries since 1992, noting progress in economic cooperation and political dialogue. He also emphasized Kazakhstan’s decision to join the Abraham Accords as a step toward supporting normalization efforts in the Middle East and pointed to the strong potential for further cooperation.

In turn, Herzog described the visit as a great honor, recalling his father Chaim Herzog’s visit to Kazakhstan in 1993. He expressed admiration for the country and its culture, and stressed the importance of expanding collaboration, particularly in technology. He also welcomed Kazakhstan’s decision to join the Abraham Accords.


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                <pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 16:10:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan to Build 5,000 km of New Railways in the Next Four Years – Olzhas Bektenov at OSJD Conference]]></title>
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                <description>Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov emphasized the role of railways in ensuring sustainable economic growth and noted that holding the Conference creates opportunities for constructive dialogue and strengthening partnership between countries.

 

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[In Astana, Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov participated in the 40th Meeting of the Conference of General Directors of Railways of the Organization for Co-operation between Railways (OSJD), dedicated to the organization’s 70th anniversary. The forum brought together more than 300 heads and representatives of railways and railway transport companies from over 30 countries. The OSJD unites a network of more than 320,000 km of railways, which annually transport about 5.5 billion passengers and approximately 5 billion tons of cargo.

The anniversary meeting served as a platform for finding coordinated approaches to the development of international railway transportation, discussing the achievements of member countries, and exploring prospects for further cooperation. Attention was focused on increasing freight volumes, modernizing infrastructure, transitioning to paperless technologies, introducing intelligent management systems, and training personnel.

Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov emphasized the role of railways in ensuring sustainable economic growth and noted that holding the Conference creates opportunities for constructive dialogue and strengthening partnership between countries.

The Head of the Kazakh Government informed the participants that under the leadership of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Kazakhstan has entered a new stage of development. In March this year, a new Constitution was adopted, which will also give additional impetus to economic development.

“The railway sector of Kazakhstan, which plays a crucial role in economic development, is aimed at improving the quality of life of the population and achieving sustainable growth. It is symbolic that the meeting dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the Organization is taking place here — at the crossroads of great routes, in the very heart of Eurasia. A modern and efficient transport system allows us to integrate into the global economy and fit into international supply chains,” Olzhas Bektenov noted.

Emphasis was placed on further increasing Kazakhstan’s transit potential.

“Our common goal is to turn Eurasia into a single, seamlessly functioning transport mechanism. Kazakhstan is the world’s largest landlocked country. However, we are working to turn this geographical challenge into our strategic advantage. Over the past 15 years, we have invested about $35 billion in the transport sector and built more than 2,500 km of new mainline railways. Today, about 85% of all overland transit traffic along the Western Europe–Western China route passes through Kazakhstan. We are not stopping there. In the next four years, we plan to build another 5,000 km of new railways. Our goal is to increase transit volume to 100 million tons per year by 2035,” the Prime Minister emphasized.

Among the key directions is the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor), within which the modernization of railway and port infrastructure is underway. In particular, container capacities at the ports of Aktau and Kuryk are being expanded with the involvement of international partners. By 2029, it is planned to increase cargo volumes from 80,000 to 300,000 TEU per year. Cargo delivery times have already been reduced to 18 days, and in the future they will be shortened to 10 days.

The international North–South transport corridor is also being developed, providing the shortest access to the markets of the Persian Gulf and India.

A priority for the state remains the introduction of digital technologies in the sector.

“Attaching great importance to the development of digital technologies, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has declared 2026 the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence. We are implementing the TezCustoms platform, which has already reduced border clearance time with China from 8 hours to 30 minutes. This work continues with other countries,” the Prime Minister emphasized, calling on participants of the Organization for Co-operation between Railways to actively use advanced digital solutions to increase the capacity of railway networks.
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                <pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:58:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Olzhas Bektenov Discusses Waste Management and Advanced Environmental Standards with Shenzhen Energy Environment Chairman]]></title>
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                <description>During the meeting, the sides reviewed prospects for cooperation in environmental protection in line with Kazakhstan’s updated constitutional provisions and the “Taza Kazakhstan” initiative.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held talks in Astana with Wang Gan, Chairman of Shenzhen Energy Environment Co., Ltd., who arrived to attend the 2026 Regional Environmental Summit.

During the meeting, the sides reviewed prospects for cooperation in environmental protection in line with Kazakhstan’s updated constitutional provisions and the “Taza Kazakhstan” initiative.

On the same day, construction officially started on the first phase of the “Ecopark Energy of Astana” project, aimed at processing solid household waste and generating electricity. The project involves $180 million in investment, with an initial capacity of at least 1,500 tons of waste per day and electricity generation of 50 MW. Special emphasis is placed on advanced technologies, including a multi-stage emissions treatment system. A joint venture, LLP “East Hope,” has been set up, with commissioning scheduled for June 2029.

Bektenov highlighted that strong and trust-based relations between the two countries’ leaders create a solid foundation for implementing joint projects. He noted the strategic importance of the ecopark for both the capital and the country, assuring comprehensive government support and поручив рассмотреть возможность тиражирования проекта в других регионах.

Wang Gan, in turn, confirmed the company’s intention to move forward with a second phase, which would enable full utilization of accumulated waste at landfills. He also pointed to the company’s experience, which includes 57 waste-to-energy facilities in China with a combined capacity of 79,000 tons per day.

The parties emphasized that the project would serve as another example of effective investment and technological cooperation between Kazakhstan and China. They also discussed opportunities in modernizing coal-fired and gas power plants, as well as localizing production.

Following the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to timely implementation of the project and further expansion of cooperation in promising areas.
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                <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 23:10:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[QazaqGaz and CNPC-AktobeMunaiGas Sign Subsoil Use Contract for Severnyi-1 Block]]></title>
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                <description>The signing of the contract creates opportunities for a comprehensive programme of geological exploration. The block is characterised by strong potential for the discovery of new hydrocarbon reserves.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[QazaqGaz, in partnership with CNPC-AktobeMunaiGas and the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, has entered into a subsoil use agreement for the Severnyi-1 block in the Aktobe Region.

The agreement opens the door to a full-scale geological exploration programme, as the block is considered highly перспективным for discovering new hydrocarbon reserves.

As part of the project, 2D and 3D seismic surveys will be conducted, along with the drilling of both standalone and contingent exploration wells.

Both companies have committed to carrying out all activities in strict accordance with modern environmental standards and industrial safety regulations.
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                <pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:42:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Electricity metering violations have been identified in the Turkestan region]]></title>
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                <description>The inspection revealed that two communal enterprises in the region were using control metering devices (electricity meters), ammeters, and voltmeters that had not undergone mandatory metrological verification.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Department of the Committee for Technical Regulation and Metrology in the Turkestan region has uncovered violations of Kazakhstan’s law “On Ensuring Uniformity of Measurements” during inspection activities.

It was found that two municipal enterprises were operating electricity meters, as well as ammeters and voltmeters, without undergoing mandatory metrological verification.

Under current regulations, all measuring devices used for billing between service providers and consumers, as well as for industrial safety purposes, must have valid verification certificates. The use of unverified equipment can distort actual consumption data and raise concerns about the safety of electrical networks.

The department stressed that the accuracy of such instruments is crucial not only for correct billing but also for technical safety. Faulty readings from voltmeters and ammeters may lead to incorrect assessments of network loads, increasing the risk of accidents, while unverified meters infringe on consumers’ rights to accurate information.

Following the inspection, the enterprises were held administratively responsible. Fines totaling 3,892,500 tenge were imposed, and orders were issued to eliminate the identified violations.
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                <pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 22:41:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and the United Nations Discuss Global Water Agenda Issues]]></title>
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                <description>During the talks, Kosherbayev highlighted the growing importance of the envoy’s mandate amid increasing global water security challenges, noting that worsening conditions in this area could trigger economic, environmental, and social crises.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev met with Retno Marsudi, the United Nations Secretary-General’s Special Envoy on Water.

During the talks, Kosherbayev highlighted the growing importance of the envoy’s mandate amid increasing global water security challenges, noting that worsening conditions in this area could trigger economic, environmental, and social crises.

He also underscored the relevance of Marsudi’s visit ahead of the upcoming Regional Ecological Summit in Astana, where water security is expected to be a key focus.

The minister presented President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s initiative to establish an International Water Organization under UN auspices, emphasizing its timeliness in light of rising risks of conflicts over access to water resources and their impact on global peace and security.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides agreed to maintain constructive cooperation on water-related issues at the global and regional levels, including through the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development in Almaty.
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                <pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:46:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Entrepreneurs have paid over 56 million tenge for violations in the trade sector since the beginning of the year]]></title>
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                <description>The total amount of fines imposed has exceeded 56 million tenge, reflecting both increased detection rates and the systematic nature of enforcement efforts.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan is strengthening state oversight in the trade sector, steadily improving the effectiveness of its supervisory activities. Since the beginning of the year, 1,485 business entities have been brought to administrative responsibility, accounting for about 43% of the total violations recorded throughout 2025 (3,437 rulings). The total amount of fines imposed has exceeded 56 million tenge, reflecting both increased detection rates and the systematic nature of enforcement efforts.

The most common violation remains exceeding the установленный maximum trade markup on socially significant food products. All rulings issued since the start of the year have resulted in fines. A significant share of these cases involves markups exceeding the allowed limit by more than 15%, along with violations such as price discrepancies, missing price tags, and repeated non-compliance with legal requirements.

Some cases also involve obstruction of officials’ duties and failure to comply with directives issued by state supervisory authorities.

Particular attention is being given to monitoring price formation at every stage of the supply chain, from producers to final retail. In this context, regional commissions are actively working to identify intermediary schemes, focusing on eliminating inefficient intermediaries and detecting inflated markups.

Since the beginning of the year, 302 commission meetings have been held, resulting in the identification of 850 legal violations. Following these reviews, 777 administrative rulings were issued, and 73 inefficient intermediaries were removed from supply chains, improving pricing transparency.

The measures being implemented, including stricter oversight and the introduction of digital tools, are aimed at enhancing market transparency and ensuring timely detection of violations. This work will continue with a focus on preventing unjustified price increases, reducing excessive intermediary links, and ensuring strict compliance with trade regulations.
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                <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:45:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakh Culture Festival “Shanyraq Fest Brussels” Launched in Belgium]]></title>
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                <description>The ceremonial opening, organized in cooperation with the Diplomatic Club of Belgium, was held at one of the prestigious venues in the Belgian capital – the Cercle Royal Gaulois with the participation of representatives of the diplomatic corps, honorary consuls, and members of business and cultural circles.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Kazakh cultural festival Shanyraq Fest Brussels officially opened in Brussels, organized by the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Belgium with support from the Astana City Administration.

The opening ceremony took place at the prestigious Cercle Royal Gaulois in partnership with the Diplomatic Club of Belgium, bringing together members of the diplomatic corps, honorary consuls, and representatives of business and cultural communities.

Held from April 8 to 11, the festival is designed to showcase Kazakhstan’s cultural heritage while strengthening humanitarian ties with Belgium and the European Union.

Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Belgium, Roman Vassilenko, noted the steady and multifaceted growth of cooperation with Belgium and the EU, emphasizing that cultural initiatives like this help build mutual understanding between nations.

President of the Diplomatic Club of Belgium, Ambassador Raoul Delcorde, also underlined the value of such events in promoting dialogue between governments and expanding cultural collaboration.

The opening featured a performance by artists from the Yerkegali Rakhmadiev State Academic Philharmonic of Astana. More than 40 Kazakh performers from various artistic disciplines traveled to Brussels for the festival, presenting a concert program that included both traditional Kazakh pieces and classical world music, which was warmly welcomed by the audience.

Shanyraq Fest Brussels demonstrates Kazakhstan’s ongoing efforts to deepen cultural and humanitarian engagement with European partners and serves as an effective platform for strengthening both bilateral and multilateral relations, as well as expanding cultural exchange.
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                <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 22:50:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakh Culture Festival “Shanyraq Fest Brussels” Launched in Belgium]]></title>
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                <description>The ceremonial opening, organized in cooperation with the Diplomatic Club of Belgium, was held at one of the prestigious venues in the Belgian capital – the Cercle Royal Gaulois with the participation of representatives of the diplomatic corps, honorary consuls, and members of business and cultural circles.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[The official opening of the Kazakh culture festival Shanyraq Fest Brussels was held in Brussels, organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Kingdom of Belgium with the support of the Astana City Administration.

The ceremonial opening, organized in cooperation with the Diplomatic Club of Belgium, was held at one of the prestigious venues in the Belgian capital – the Cercle Royal Gaulois with the participation of representatives of the diplomatic corps, honorary consuls, and members of business and cultural circles.

The festival, running from April 8 to 11, aims to promote Kazakhstan’s cultural heritage and to strengthen humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan, Belgium, and the European Union.

In his remarks, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium Roman Vassilenko highlighted the dynamic and comprehensive development of cooperation with Belgium and the EU, stating: “Cultural initiatives such as this festival contribute to strengthening mutual understanding between our societies.”

In turn, the President of the Diplomatic Club of Belgium, Ambassador Raoul Delcorde, emphasized the importance of such events for fostering intergovernmental dialogue and expanding cultural cooperation.

As part of the opening ceremony, artists of the Yerkegali Rakhmadiev State Academic Philharmonic of Astana performed. More than 40 talented Kazakh artists representing various fields of musical and performing arts arrived in Brussels to participate in the festival. The concert program featured renowned works of Kazakh national and classical world music, warmly received by the audience.

The Shanyraq Fest Brussels reflects a consistent commitment to deepening humanitarian engagement with European partners and is seen as a promising platform for further strengthening bilateral and multilateral relations, as well as expanding cultural exchange between Kazakhstan and European countries.
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                <pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:56:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and Georgia Aim to Expand Partnership and Increase Mutual Trade Turnover]]></title>
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                <description>During the talks, the sides confirmed their readiness to further strengthen the political dialogue and implement the agreements reached at the highest and highest levels. The current issues of Kazakh-Georgian relations in trade, economic, investment, cultural and humanitarian fields were considered.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Within the framework of the official visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev to Tbilisi, he met with the Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Kobakhidze.

During the talks, the sides confirmed their readiness to further strengthen the political dialogue and implement the agreements reached at the highest and highest levels. The current issues of Kazakh-Georgian relations in trade, economic, investment, cultural and humanitarian fields were considered.

Noting that by the end of 2025, the trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Georgia amounted to 184.5 million US dollars, the parties noted the need to take practical measures to increase it.

«The existing potential of bilateral cooperation has not been fully realized and requires additional activation, primarily in the investment, trade, economic, transport and logistics spheres», - said Y.Kosherbayev.

An important topic of the talks was the expansion of investment cooperation. The interlocutors expressed interest in mutual increase of direct investments, as well as implementation of joint projects in such areas as logistics, infrastructure and trade.

«Kazakhstan is ready to expand cooperation with Georgia on the development of routes in the Caspian-Black Sea basin. In this context, it is very important to use the capabilities of the seaports of the two countries in cargo transportation», - noted Y.Kosherbayev.

It was emphasized that the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TMTM) remains one of the key priorities of cooperation.

Special attention was paid to a major project in 2025 to launch a new multimodal terminal in the Georgian port of Poti with the participation of Kazakhstani investors. The terminal will contribute to an increase in freight traffic and will become an important link in the logistics chain of the «Middle Corridor».

During the meeting, a number of other issues in the fields of agriculture, tourism, and cultural and humanitarian cooperation were discussed.

The sides also exchanged views on topical issues on the regional and international agenda.
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                <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 23:57:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and Pakistan Boost Cooperation in the Tourism Sector]]></title>
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                <description>During the meeting, Ambassador Kistafin highlighted the key outcomes of the state visit of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Islamabad in February this year.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Pakistan Yerzhan Kistafin, held a meeting with the National Coordinator to the Prime-Minister of Pakistan on Tourism, Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan.

During the meeting, Ambassador Kistafin highlighted the key outcomes of the state visit of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Islamabad in February this year. Both sides gave a high assessment of the talks and events held during the visit, noting their productivity and substantive nature.

In the context of the agreements reached, the parties discussed prospects for further strengthening bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector. Particular attention was given to fostering partnerships between tour operators, hotel establishments, and specialized educational institutions.

Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan conveyed his intention to organize a delegation visit to cities of Kazakhstan later this year, aimed at holding meetings with relevant government authorities and representatives of Kazakhstan’s tourism industry.
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                <pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 22:50:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan continue to develop allied relations and strengthen strategic dialogue]]></title>
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                <description>During the meeting, the foreign ministers reviewed a wide range of issues of multifaceted Kazakh-Uzbek cooperation, as well as discussed prospects for further strengthening political, trade-economic, investment, transit-transport, water-energy, and cultural-humanitarian cooperation.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[As part of an official visit to Tashkent, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov.

During the meeting, the foreign ministers reviewed a wide range of issues of multifaceted Kazakh-Uzbek cooperation, as well as discussed prospects for further strengthening political, trade-economic, investment, transit-transport, water-energy, and cultural-humanitarian cooperation.

The sides expressed their commitment to deepening strategic partnership and alliance based on friendship, mutual understanding and good neighborliness.

“Thanks to the political will of the heads of state in recent years, Kazakh-Uzbek relations have been brought to a qualitatively new level of interaction and demonstrate high dynamics of development at all levels,” Minister Kosherbayev noted during the conversation.

In turn, Minister Saidov confirmed that the presidents of the two states have set a long-term course for the progressive expansion of cooperation in both bilateral and multilateral formats.

In this context, the foreign ministers thoroughly discussed measures for the practical implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level during the first and second meetings of the Supreme Interstate Council in 2024-2025, and expressed readiness to further promote the inter-parliamentary and intergovernmental relations.

Special attention was paid to further development of trade-economic and investment cooperation.

“Significant progress has been made in recent years in deepening economic cooperation. Kazakhstan consistently ranks among Uzbekistan’s top three trading partners. In 2025, the bilateral trade increased by 16.2 percent and approached $5 billion,” Minister Kosherbayev said. In the context of the implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level, the ministers confirmed their intentions to facilitate further deepening of the economic partnership, including increasing bilateral trade to $10 billion.

The interlocutors also noted progress in industrial cooperation, which currently includes 78 investment projects worth $1.8 billion.

In this context, the implementation of such projects as the construction of the International Center for Industrial Cooperation “Central Asia”, hotels “Tashkent” in Astana and “Astana” in Tashkent, as well as the “Astana” district in “Yangi Tashkent” was also reviewed.

During the meeting, the sides highlighted the significant potential for cooperation in the development of transport corridors enabling both countries to access markets of the Middle East, South Asia and Europe. The sides expressed mutual readiness to promote fruitful interaction in this area.

In addition, the substantive agenda of cultural and humanitarian cooperation was emphasized as the foundation of strong and long-term relations between the two states.

The sides also underscored the importance of implementing projects in the educational field, and in particular, the activities of the branch of the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers in Almaty and the Chirchik branch of South Kazakhstan Research University named after Mukhtar Auezov.

The ministers also exchanged views on current regional and international issues, confirmed their interest in strengthening cooperation within multilateral structures and expressed readiness to continue mutual support in promoting the initiatives of both countries.

The foreign ministers emphasized the importance of developing regional cooperation and joint efforts to strengthen peace and stability in Central Asia.

Following the talks, the Cooperation Program between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Uzbekistan for 2026-2027 was signed.
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                <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 23:29:00 +0500</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Times Square in New York Hosted Nauryz Celebration]]></title>
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                <description>The event featured a vibrant national costume showcase that drew the attention of many New Yorkers and tourists. Participants presented musical performances and elements of Kazakh culture, including the traditional Tusaukeser ceremony, and created an atmosphere of spring renewal, friendship, and unity.

 
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                <content:encoded><![CDATA[Times Square hosted a Nauryz celebration that brought together Kazakh diplomats, members of the diaspora, students, and guests to the city.

The event featured a vibrant national costume showcase that drew the attention of many New Yorkers and tourists. Participants presented musical performances and elements of Kazakh culture, including the traditional Tusaukeser ceremony, and created an atmosphere of spring renewal, friendship, and unity.

A highlight of the program included a performance by the children’s ensemble “Alqissa” and the “Zhetigen” group who are currently taking part in the New York International Competition for Performing Arts 2026, organized by New York-based Secret Arts Center.

For the first time, Times Square heard the dombra, including Kurmangazy’s “Balbyraun” and “Adai.” American guitarist and dombra player Geoff Gersh joined the ensemble. He actively promotes Kazakh music and culture in New York City.

As part of a cultural outreach initiative, organizers distributed apples with QR codes that share information about Kazakhstan as the homeland of apples. Research, including National Geographic materials, supports this fact.

The celebration took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere, promoted Kazakh culture abroad, and strengthened cultural ties between Kazakhstan and the United States.
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                <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:47:00 +0500</pubDate>
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