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 Honors 18-Year-Old WWII Hero Aliya Moldagulova on 100th Anniversary - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Honors 18-Year-Old WWII Hero Aliya Moldagulova on 100th Anniversary  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan: Bilateral ties reach unprecedented height, aiming for deeper supply chain cooperation, says ambassador - Global TimesKazakhstan: Bilateral ties reach unprecedented height, aiming for deeper supply chain cooperation, says ambassador  Global Times

InPics: Int'l Chinese Language Day celebrated in Kazakhstan - XinhuaInPics: Int'l Chinese Language Day celebrated in Kazakhstan  Xinhua

Soyuz MS-26 Spacecraft's crew evacuated upon landing in Kazakhstan: Broadcast - UNITED NEWS OF INDIASoyuz MS-26 Spacecraft's crew evacuated upon landing in Kazakhstan: Broadcast  UNITED NEWS OF INDIA

2025 Int'l Chinese Language Day marked in Almaty, Kazakhstan - Xinhua2025 Int'l Chinese Language Day marked in Almaty, Kazakhstan  Xinhua

Kazakhstan discovers rare earths reserve said to be third-largest in the world - Euronews.comKazakhstan discovers rare earths reserve said to be third-largest in the world  Euronews.com

Russia Halts Large Chunk of Kazakhstan's Oil Export Capacity - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.comRussia Halts Large Chunk of Kazakhstan's Oil Export Capacity  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com

Kazakhstan says it has discovered 20 million ton rare earth metals deposit - ReutersKazakhstan says it has discovered 20 million ton rare earth metals deposit  Reuters

'Largest' Rare Earth Metals Deposit Discovered in Kazakhstan - ScienceAlert'Largest' Rare Earth Metals Deposit Discovered in Kazakhstan  ScienceAlert

Behind closed doors, Kazakhstan challenges decades-old deal with $160 billion claim against Big Oil - International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJBehind closed doors, Kazakhstan challenges decades-old deal with $160 billion claim against Big Oil  International Consortium of Investigative Journalists - ICIJ

Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan - Euronews.comSoyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan  Euronews.com

Foreign media on Kazakhstan: Kazakhstan advances water sector reform at high-level coordination meeting; Kazakhstan, a reliable partner of Europe in an uncertain world - qazinform.comForeign media on Kazakhstan: Kazakhstan advances water sector reform at high-level coordination meeting; Kazakhstan, a reliable partner of Europe in an uncertain world  qazinform.com

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

Kazakhstan awards contract for gas processing plant at country's largest oilfield - Upstream OnlineKazakhstan awards contract for gas processing plant at country's largest oilfield  Upstream Online

Kazakhstan installs over 3,000 5G base stations - TV BRICSKazakhstan installs over 3,000 5G base stations  TV BRICS

OPEC says Iraq, Kazakhstan and others to cut output more in compensation plan - ReutersOPEC says Iraq, Kazakhstan and others to cut output more in compensation plan  Reuters

??Kazakhstan and Benin Mark Diplomatic Milestone with First-Ever Foreign Ministerial Visit - The Astana Times??Kazakhstan and Benin Mark Diplomatic Milestone with First-Ever Foreign Ministerial Visit  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan to Develop National AI Strategy This Year - The Astana TimesKazakhstan to Develop National AI Strategy This Year  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan’s Special Center Transforms Future for Children with Autism - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s Special Center Transforms Future for Children with Autism  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Celebrates Homecoming of First UN Peacekeeping Contingent - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Celebrates Homecoming of First UN Peacekeeping Contingent  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Installs Over 3,000 5G Base Stations - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Installs Over 3,000 5G Base Stations  The Astana Times

News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Strategic Role, Regional Cooperation and Global Partnerships - The Astana TimesNews Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Strategic Role, Regional Cooperation and Global Partnerships  The Astana Times

Al Jazeera to Open Correspondent Office in Kazakhstan - The Astana TimesAl Jazeera to Open Correspondent Office in Kazakhstan  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Eyes Ski Tourism Growth as PM Meets Global Industry Leader - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Eyes Ski Tourism Growth as PM Meets Global Industry Leader  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Delivers 36 Wagons of Humanitarian Aid to Afghanistan - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Delivers 36 Wagons of Humanitarian Aid to Afghanistan  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan’s Young Chess Talents Shine at World Championships with Six Golds and One Bronze - The Astana TimesKazakhstan’s Young Chess Talents Shine at World Championships with Six Golds and One Bronze  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Archaeology Journal Gains Global Recognition with SJR Ranking - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Archaeology Journal Gains Global Recognition with SJR Ranking  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan, Muslim World League Boost Cooperation on Interfaith Dialogue, Global Security - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Muslim World League Boost Cooperation on Interfaith Dialogue, Global Security  The Astana Times

Saving saiga antelope with cooperation and community in Kazakhstan - MongabaySaving saiga antelope with cooperation and community in Kazakhstan  Mongabay

7 kg baby born in Kazakhstan - AKIpress News Agency7 kg baby born in Kazakhstan  AKIpress News Agency

Shares of Kazakhstan’s Companies Show Growth Despite Market Volatility - The Astana TimesShares of Kazakhstan’s Companies Show Growth Despite Market Volatility  The Astana Times

Assembly of People of Kazakhstan Credited with Shaping National Unity - The Astana TimesAssembly of People of Kazakhstan Credited with Shaping National Unity  The Astana Times

2025 Int'l Chinese Language Day marked in Almaty, Kazakhstan - Xinhua2025 Int'l Chinese Language Day marked in Almaty, Kazakhstan  Xinhua

Kazakhstan Increased its Military Expenditure Amid Foreign Investment Engagement - SpecialEurasiaKazakhstan Increased its Military Expenditure Amid Foreign Investment Engagement  SpecialEurasia

Kazakhstan Accelerates Renewable Energy Transition with Nine Projects - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Accelerates Renewable Energy Transition with Nine Projects  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan plans to send delegation to United States for trade talks - EurasianetKazakhstan plans to send delegation to United States for trade talks  Eurasianet

Exclusive: Kazakhstan's oil output down in early April, ministry says, still above OPEC+ quota - ReutersExclusive: Kazakhstan's oil output down in early April, ministry says, still above OPEC+ quota  Reuters

Kazakhstan increases clean energy generation through wind power as dominant renewable source - TV BRICSKazakhstan increases clean energy generation through wind power as dominant renewable source  TV BRICS

Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan - MSNSoyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan  MSN

Freedom Holding Corp.: pioneering the future of Kazakhstan through technology, sports, and education - Modern DiplomacyFreedom Holding Corp.: pioneering the future of Kazakhstan through technology, sports, and education  Modern Diplomacy

Kazakhstan Showcases Innovation and Heritage at EXPO 2025 in Osaka - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Showcases Innovation and Heritage at EXPO 2025 in Osaka  The Astana Times

Top Five Tourist Regions of Kazakhstan in 2024 - The Astana TimesTop Five Tourist Regions of Kazakhstan in 2024  The Astana Times

Foreign Tourists Spend Over $2.6 Billion in Kazakhstan in 2024 - The Astana TimesForeign Tourists Spend Over $2.6 Billion in Kazakhstan in 2024  The Astana Times

Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan - MSNSoyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan  MSN

Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan - Yahoo News UKSoyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan  Yahoo News UK

Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan in Hyderabad receives award - BizzBuzzHonorary Consul of Kazakhstan in Hyderabad receives award  BizzBuzz

Kazakh-French Partnership Rooted in Multilateralism, Sustainability, and Shared Ambitions - The Astana TimesKazakh-French Partnership Rooted in Multilateralism, Sustainability, and Shared Ambitions  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Presents Organ Delivery Innovation at Expo 2025 in Japan - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Presents Organ Delivery Innovation at Expo 2025 in Japan  The Astana Times

Aging with Dignity: Rethinking Pension Cuts for Kazakhstan’s Working Retirees - The Astana TimesAging with Dignity: Rethinking Pension Cuts for Kazakhstan’s Working Retirees  The Astana Times

Week in Brief: 10 key developments shaping Kazakhstan this week - qazinform.comWeek in Brief: 10 key developments shaping Kazakhstan this week  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan Industrial Output Growth Eases - TradingViewKazakhstan Industrial Output Growth Eases  TradingView

Saving saiga in Kazakhstan’s ‘Golden Steppe’ - CNNSaving saiga in Kazakhstan’s ‘Golden Steppe’  CNN

Privatisation of Kazakhstan's Qazaq Air nears finish line - ch-aviationPrivatisation of Kazakhstan's Qazaq Air nears finish line  ch-aviation

Kazakhstan Among the Happiest Countries in the World - The Astana TimesKazakhstan Among the Happiest Countries in the World  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Proposes Mandatory Home Insurance Against Natural Disasters - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan Proposes Mandatory Home Insurance Against Natural Disasters  The Times Of Central Asia

Central Asia, Gulf Countries Deepen Strategic Partnership at Kuwait Meeting - The Astana TimesCentral Asia, Gulf Countries Deepen Strategic Partnership at Kuwait Meeting  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan shines at Asian U18 Athletics Championships 2025 - qazinform.comKazakhstan shines at Asian U18 Athletics Championships 2025  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan eyes tourism boost in cooperation with PGI Management - qazinform.comKazakhstan eyes tourism boost in cooperation with PGI Management  qazinform.com

Race to Kazakhstan 2026 - InsideTheGamesRace to Kazakhstan 2026  InsideTheGames

Kazakhstan: Reconstruction of M-32 Highway Aktobe-Karabutak-Ulgaisyn Section Project - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIBKazakhstan: Reconstruction of M-32 Highway Aktobe-Karabutak-Ulgaisyn Section Project  Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB

Kuwait, Kazakhstan to strengthen trade ties with focus on livestock and cargo - ZAWYAKuwait, Kazakhstan to strengthen trade ties with focus on livestock and cargo  ZAWYA

Kazakhstan wins first medals at Asian Youth Athletics Championships - qazinform.comKazakhstan wins first medals at Asian Youth Athletics Championships  qazinform.com

Jennifer Lopez to Perform in Kazakhstan This August - The Astana TimesJennifer Lopez to Perform in Kazakhstan This August  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan Bets Big On Ski Tourism with Almaty Cluster Expansion to Drive Economic Growth and Global Visitor Surge - Travel And Tour WorldKazakhstan Bets Big On Ski Tourism with Almaty Cluster Expansion to Drive Economic Growth and Global Visitor Surge  Travel And Tour World

The Time Is Now For Kazakhstan to Achieve Energy Independence From Russia - The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs MagazineThe Time Is Now For Kazakhstan to Achieve Energy Independence From Russia  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

Kazakhstan reveals roster for 2025 Asian Judo Championships in Thailand - qazinform.comKazakhstan reveals roster for 2025 Asian Judo Championships in Thailand  qazinform.com

IndiGo Passengers Endure 18-Hour Nightmare in Kazakhstan - Aviation A2ZIndiGo Passengers Endure 18-Hour Nightmare in Kazakhstan  Aviation A2Z

Kazakhstan to Permit Industrial Hemp Cultivation - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan to Permit Industrial Hemp Cultivation  The Times Of Central Asia

Kazakhstan travel - Lonely PlanetKazakhstan travel  Lonely Planet

Snowfall hits Katon-Karagai district in E Kazakhstan amid spring - qazinform.comSnowfall hits Katon-Karagai district in E Kazakhstan amid spring  qazinform.com

News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Ties with EU and UK, Kazakhstan Airports’ Awards and More - The Astana TimesNews Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Ties with EU and UK, Kazakhstan Airports’ Awards and More  The Astana Times

China and Kazakhstan launch new fruit and vegetable trade model - HortidailyChina and Kazakhstan launch new fruit and vegetable trade model  Hortidaily

Which sectors in Kazakhstan are actively implementing AI - qazinform.comWhich sectors in Kazakhstan are actively implementing AI  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan, Chevron Seek Energy Expansion, Oil Route Diversification, and Industrial Growth - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, Chevron Seek Energy Expansion, Oil Route Diversification, and Industrial Growth  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan plan to deepen cooperation in rail transport - UzDaily.uzKazakhstan and Uzbekistan plan to deepen cooperation in rail transport  UzDaily.uz

Kazakhstan: Central Asia’s Strategic Automotive Hub - ReutersKazakhstan: Central Asia’s Strategic Automotive Hub  Reuters

Kazakhstan advances nuclear ambitions, four firms in race for first plant construction - EuractivKazakhstan advances nuclear ambitions, four firms in race for first plant construction  Euractiv

Benin intends to build strong and dynamic relations with Kazakhstan based on common values - Adjadi Bakari - qazinform.comBenin intends to build strong and dynamic relations with Kazakhstan based on common values - Adjadi Bakari  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan medical seat scam: Telangana man held by Andhra Pradesh cops - Times of IndiaKazakhstan medical seat scam: Telangana man held by Andhra Pradesh cops  Times of India

Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan - MSNSoyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan  MSN

Kazakhstan, Moldova keen on strengthening law enforcement cooperation - qazinform.comKazakhstan, Moldova keen on strengthening law enforcement cooperation  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan's top 5 tourist destinations in 2024 - qazinform.comKazakhstan's top 5 tourist destinations in 2024  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan to spend KZT120bln on defense sector development - qazinform.comKazakhstan to spend KZT120bln on defense sector development  qazinform.com

'China is worried': Kazakhstan unearths a 20 million tonne rare earth jackpot - Business Today'China is worried': Kazakhstan unearths a 20 million tonne rare earth jackpot  Business Today

International tourists spend over USD 2.6 bln in Kazakhstan in 2024 - qazinform.comInternational tourists spend over USD 2.6 bln in Kazakhstan in 2024  qazinform.com

Four in race to supply reactors to Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant - Global Construction ReviewFour in race to supply reactors to Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant  Global Construction Review

Kazakhstan to launch 9 RES projects in 2025 - qazinform.comKazakhstan to launch 9 RES projects in 2025  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan sees record-breaking card transactions in early 2025 - Trend News AgencyKazakhstan sees record-breaking card transactions in early 2025  Trend News Agency

Kazakhstan women’s ice hockey team defeats Slovenia at World Championships - qazinform.comKazakhstan women’s ice hockey team defeats Slovenia at World Championships  qazinform.com

Republic of Kazakhstan: 2024 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; and Staff Report - International Monetary FundRepublic of Kazakhstan: 2024 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; and Staff Report  International Monetary Fund

Kazakhstan’s case study in repatriation and reintegration of families from Syria and Iraq - EU ReporterKazakhstan’s case study in repatriation and reintegration of families from Syria and Iraq  EU Reporter

Flood situation in Kazakhstan's regions as for Apr 15 - qazinform.comFlood situation in Kazakhstan's regions as for Apr 15  qazinform.com

Kazakhstan oil production dips in April but remains above OPEC+ quota - Investing.com IndiaKazakhstan oil production dips in April but remains above OPEC+ quota  Investing.com India

Balkhash Blues: Drenched in Beauty, Caught in Development - The Astana TimesBalkhash Blues: Drenched in Beauty, Caught in Development  The Astana Times

Kazakhstan, EU Seek to Enhance Bilateral and Regional Cooperation - The Astana TimesKazakhstan, EU Seek to Enhance Bilateral and Regional Cooperation  The Astana Times

Interview with Kazakhstan Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Roman Vassilenko - EU ReporterInterview with Kazakhstan Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Roman Vassilenko  EU Reporter

Water is running out — and Kazakhstan is the first to act - Latest news from AzerbaijanWater is running out — and Kazakhstan is the first to act  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Kazakhstan to supply natural uranium concentrates to Czech Republic - qazinform.comKazakhstan to supply natural uranium concentrates to Czech Republic  qazinform.com

Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan - MSNSoyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying Expedition 72 crew lands in Kazakhstan  MSN

Kazakh President Sets Priorities Amid Global Market Shifts - The Astana TimesKazakh President Sets Priorities Amid Global Market Shifts  The Astana Times