The Almaty Court of Appeal canceled the investigation against "Mobile Telecom Service" over inflated SMS service prices. The decision was based on an international agreement between Kazakhstan and Qatar that guarantees the company protection from interference until 2027.
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President Donald Trump has notified the leaders of South Korea, Japan, and Kazakhstan of a 25% tariff on imports starting August 1, citing the need to balance trade relations.
Kazakhstan and China are launching Silk Way Star, a Eurovision-style music show for Silk Road nations. Performers from Central Asia, the Caucasus, and China will take part.
Amid rising tensions in the region, Kazakh authorities declared readiness to evacuate citizens from the UAE and Gulf countries. Tourists are advised to consider potential risks.
State corporation CNNC will coordinate the construction of Kazakhstan’s second nuclear power plant. An agreement on nuclear cooperation with China is planned.
Aisultan Nazarbayev’s 2020 posts predicting Trump’s return and the fall of the U.S. are being revisited amid the country’s political crisis and growing social tension.
Kazakhstan became the first in the CIS to introduce a law on digital assets, establish a state AI committee, and launch a national strategy for AI and Web3 development through 2030.
Starting July 1, 2025, foreign nationals will be required to submit a notification and obtain a QR code through RuID to enter Russia. Kazakhstan is considering reciprocal measures for Russian citizens.
A Kazakh logistics terminal has opened in Georgia's Poti port, providing the country with direct access to the Black Sea and becoming part of the Trans-Caspian route.
A meeting between Tokayev and the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi marked a new stage in relations between the two countries.
The Russian President presented Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with a document confirming the nomination of Kemel Tokayev for the highest Soviet award.
The Presidents of Kazakhstan and China spoke before the concert at the Kremlin Palace. Xi Jinping’s visit to Kazakhstan is expected in June.
An award citation for Kemel Tokayev, father of Kazakhstan’s President, for heroism in Poland in January 1945 has been made public.
Kazakhstan introduces a new visa for investors who invest at least $300,000 in companies or securities. The visa paves the way for long-term residency for up to 10 years.
The explosion in Iran’s key port raised concerns across Central Asia. Kazakhstan and other participants of the North–South corridor are assessing potential consequences for regional logistics.
More than €10 billion will be invested by European and international financial institutions to develop the Trans-Caspian transport corridor.
Following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu, Kazakh citizens are urged to avoid mass gatherings and observe safety measures.
From March 14, a large-scale festival, Nauryznama, will take place across Kazakhstan, featuring over 1,500 events—from exhibitions and parades to flash mobs and cultural performances. Unlike the traditional Nauryz, which is celebrated in many countries, Nauryznama is an authentically Kazakh holiday rooted in the ancient traditions of the Great Steppe.
The United Nations General Assembly has officially designated Almaty as the regional hub for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Central Asia and Afghanistan. This decision was unanimously approved with the support of 152 countries, as announced by Kazakhstan's presidential press secretary, Ruslan Zheldybay.
The Kazakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE) launched trading of securities settled in Chinese yuan on March 3, 2025. This initiative aims to expand investment opportunities and attract new participants to the market.
Events in Ukraine and its relations with the United States highlight the importance of an independent and pragmatic foreign policy for Kazakhstan. The head of state has consistently defended national interests, adhered to the UN Charter, and avoided involvement in military conflicts.
Kazakhstan is preparing to enter a new export market. Deputy Minister of Agriculture Yermek Kenzhekhanuly announced that active negotiations are underway to approve the supply of meat and meat products to Turkey. The Kazakh side is currently working with the Turkish veterinary service and finalizing the list of enterprises eligible for export.
The United States is facing a severe shortage of eggs, leading to a sharp increase in prices and restrictions on sales in retail chains. In some states, the price of a dozen eggs has reached $10. At the exchange rate of 499.76 tenge per US dollar (as of February 21, 2025), this is equivalent to approximately 4,997.60 tenge.
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