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Kazakhstan is ready to strengthen partnership with BRICS - Nurtleu
KazTAG
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Astana. July 8. KazTAG - Kazakhstan is ready to strengthen partnership with BRICS, reports the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. "Kazakhstan is ready to strengthen partnership with BRICS - for the sake...
Anthrax Outbreak Reported in Northern Kazakhstan
Times of Central Asia
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July 10, 2025
An outbreak of anthrax has been confirmed in the Akmola region of northern Kazakhstan. According to official data, at least seven people have been infected after coming into contact with contaminated livestock. Kazakhstan’s Minister of...
Moscow, Astana in dialogue on flight of Ukrainian drones — diplomat
TASS
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July 10, 2025
MOSCOW, July 10. /TASS/. Russia maintains dialogue with Kazakh government agencies about the flyover of Ukrainian drones via the territory of Kazakshtan to attack targets in Russia, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said. "The issue...
Astana: City That Dreams With Us -3. Witness to My Becoming
The Astana Times
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July 8, 2025
When we think of Astana, the first thing that comes to mind is the high-level visits of politicians and international summits. It’s a city of strategy, diplomacy, and national ambition. But beneath that polished, political surface lies something...
Large concert arena may appear in Astana within the next two to three years
KazTAG
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Astana. July 10. KazTAG – Within two to three years, a large concert venue for 10-15 thousand spectators will appear in Astana, said Malik Khasenov, producer of the Astana Concert company. “I think that in Astana, in general, for sure, within two...
J. Lo and Backstreet Boys concerts will bring up to 1 bln tenge in taxes in Kazakhstan
KazTAG
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Astana. July 10. KazTAG – T1 billion in taxes is expected to be received from J. Lo and Backstreet Boys concerts in Kazakhstan, said Malik Khasenov, producer of the Astana Concert company. “According to the forecast, by the end of the year, the...
Ticket prices for Backstreet Boys concert in Astana will start at T40,000
KazTAG
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Astana. July 10. KazTAG – Ticket prices for Backstreet Boys concert in Astana will start at T40,000, said Malik Khasenov, Astana Concert producer. “Tickets for Backstreet Boys in Astana, compared to the world tour, will be very affordable. Ticket...
Tackling Corruption in Kazakhstan: The Latest Trends
Times of Central Asia
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July 10, 2025
As previously reported by The Times of Central Asia, anti-corruption efforts are a cornerstone of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s agenda. Court-ordered funds confiscated from corrupt officials have been used to finance public infrastructure:...
Kazakhstan, Russia implementing 171 projects worth $56 bln — Kazakh first deputy PM
TASS
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July 8, 2025
YEKATERINBURG, July 8. /TASS/. Kazakhstan and Russia are currently implementing 171 joint industrial projects worth $56 billion, which is 7-8 times more than planned in 2019, First Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Roman Sklyar during the...
Kazakhstan Considers Carbon Accounting System to Boost Emissions Transparency
Times of Central Asia
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July 8, 2025
Aydar Kazybayev, co-founder of the National Academy of Corporate Governance, has proposed the introduction of a carbon accounting system in Kazakhstan. He argues that such a system would enable the automatic calculation of greenhouse gas emissions...
Three concerts of world stars may take place next year in Kazakhstan
KazTAG
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Astana. July 10. KazTAG – There are three confirmations of concerts of world stars for 2026 with a 70% development level, said Malik Khasenov, producer of the Astana Concert company. “At the moment, we already have three confirmations for next...
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Agriculture considers supporting starch and gluten exports following U.S. tariff imposition
APK Inform
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On July 8, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 25% import tariff on goods from Kazakhstan. In response, Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Agriculture is considering measures to support exports of products derived from deep grain processing, according...
Kazakhstan Sets Forth Initiatives For Dialogue On U.S. Import Tariffs
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 8. Kazakhstan's Ministry of Trade and Integration, in response to the US tariffs targeting Kazakhstan, prepares specific proposals and initiatives to the US White House Administration aimed at...
Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan hold "Tarlan-2025" exercise
APA
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"Tarlan-2025" joint flight-tactical exercise involving Azerbaijani and Kazakh servicemen in the field of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) has successfully concluded in Azerbaijan, the Ministry of Defense of Azerbaijan told APA. Throughout the...
More than 2,000 people moved under voluntary resettlement program in Kazakhstan
KazTAG
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Astana. July 10. KazTAG - As of July 1, 2,202 people, including 1,091 repatriates and 1,111 migrants, have moved from labor-surplus to labor-deficit regions of the country, reports the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population. “As...
Kazakhstan plans to increase meat exports by introducing new concessional lending programs for livestock farmers
APK Inform
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The Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan plans to expand the concessional lending program for dairy farms to include the meat livestock sector, which will help increase meat exports. This was reported by the press service of the Prime Minister of...
Tokayev inspected TPP-3 in Astana
KazTAG
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Astana. July 9. KazTAG - President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev checked the activities of the first stage of TPP-3 in Astana, where Astana Mayor Zhenis Kassymbek reported on the progress of the development of the capital's energy...
SCAT Airlines To Fly Twice-Weekly Between Kazakhstan's Almaty And Belarusian Minsk
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 10 . The Civil Aviation Committee of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan is continuously working to expand the geography of flights and increase the number of international...
Children’s Book Spotlights Life and Threats Facing Steppe Eagle, Kazakhstan’s Cherished Symbol
The Astana Times
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July 9, 2025
ASTANA – The Association for the Conservation of Biodiversity of Kazakhstan (ACBK) presented a new illustrated book for children, “Steppe Eagle Kiyeh,” on July 8 in Astana, in an effort to help sustain the species. “Steppe Eagle Kiyeh” is...
Backstreet Boys to Perform in Kazakhstan This September
The Astana Times
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July 9, 2025
ASTANA – The legendary American band Backstreet Boys will give concerts in Kazakhstan this fall, performing in Almaty on Sept. 19 and in Astana on Sept. 21, according to the band’s official website. Photo credit: Jason Kempin/Getty Images for...