Kazakhstan
South Korea's CONTEC Weighs Localizing Space Production in Kazakhstan
In Seoul, officials discussed CONTEC Space Group's plans to invest in the Galam project, jointly produce satellites and components, and develop a network of ground stations in Kazakhstan.
Gold Pushes Kazakhstan's Reserves to $70.57 Billion
Kazakhstan's international reserves rose by $7.25 billion in August, almost entirely due to a revaluation of gold assets rather than new inflows.
Kazakhstan Explores Montenegro's Bar Port for Exports to Europe
Kazakhstan's ambassador to Montenegro discussed with Bar port and Budva municipality officials the prospects for transshipping Kazakh cargo, including grain, toward the Western Balkans and Central Europe.
Cargo Volumes on Trans-Caspian Route Up 22% in 8 Months
In 8 months of 2026, cargo volumes along the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route increased by 22%, with East-West transit growing by 55%.
Kazakhstan and China Launch Digital Platform for Grain Trade
Kazakhstan and China have launched a joint digital platform for trading grain and agricultural products. The first contract signed is for the supply of 24,000 tons of flax.
Binance and Kazakhstan: Three Memorandums to Develop Digital Assets
Binance has signed three memorandums with Kazakhstan: with the Ministry of Digital Development, the National Bank, and the AIFC. The parties will develop digital assets, payment infrastructure, and investment opportunities.
Kazakhstan to Increase Seaport Capacity to 30 Million Tons by 2030
Kazakhstan plans to increase the total cargo handling capacity of its seaports from 21.8 million to 30 million tons by 2030, and expand the capacity of the Trans-Caspian route.
Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan Discuss Energy Transit and Joint Projects
In Baku, a meeting between Azerbaijan's Deputy Prime Minister and Kazakhstan's Ambassador covered transport and logistics cooperation, energy transit, and joint investments.
Azerbaijan Airlines launches Baku–Atyrau flights
Azerbaijan Airlines has started flights to Atyrau, Kazakhstan, expanding the route network between the two countries.
KazMunayGas to Drill 26 Exploration Wells by 2030
KazMunayGas plans to drill 26 exploration wells by 2030, conduct extensive seismic and geochemical surveys, with potential resources estimated at up to 4.7 billion tons of standard fuel.
Kazakhstan May Resume Oil Supplies to Germany via Druzhba Pipeline
Kazakhstan has temporarily suspended oil supplies to Germany via the Druzhba pipeline due to technical constraints but is ready to resume them after issues are resolved and agreements are reached.
Kazakhstan Distributes 8,600 Rental Apartments in Six Months
In the first half of the year, Kazakhstan distributed 8,649 rental apartments, of which 5,361 were privatized. Support measures include preferential mortgages and housing certificates.
8-Point Traffic Jams in Almaty Due to Power Supply Failure
A massive power outage caused traffic lights to fail, leading to severe congestion on Almaty's roads.
Large transport and logistics center worth $60.4 million launched in Almaty Region
A multimodal Kusto Logistics complex worth about $60.4 million has started operating in Ili District, Almaty Region, capable of handling up to 100,000 containers per year.
Kazakhstan Expands Transport Corridors: New Opportunities for Pakistan
Kazakhstan has invested $35 billion in transport infrastructure, creating new logistics opportunities for Pakistan via the Middle Corridor.
Pakistan sees potential for expanding cooperation with Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan
Special assistant to Pakistan's PM cites opportunities for growth in tourism, trade, and cultural exchanges.
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Discuss Development of Transport Corridor on Border with China
Representatives of the transport ministries of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan conducted a joint inspection of infrastructure facilities on the Kazakh-Chinese border to increase cargo flow.
71 of 124 Modernized Railway Stations Put into Operation in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan has commissioned 70 railway stations under a national modernization program, with 54 more under reconstruction.
Kazakhstan's Reserves Approach $130 Billion
Kazakhstan's international reserves and National Fund assets grew in July, reaching nearly $130 billion, recovering after a spring decline.
Kazakhstan Launches Pilot Project for Autonomous Vehicles
A three-year pilot to test vehicles with conditional and high automation will start in Astana, Almaty, and Kosshy.
All Kazakh Government Agencies Moved to Unified QazTech Platform
Kazakhstan has moved all government agencies to the unified digital product development platform QazTech, accelerating the creation of government services.
Kazakhstan's GDP grows 4.1% in seven months of 2026
Kazakhstan's GDP grew 4.1% in January-July 2026, supported by the non-oil sector, which expanded by 5.4%.
Kazakhstan to Increase Oil Exports via BTC by 31% in 2026
Kazakhstan considers BTC, Baku-Supsa, and trans-Caspian routes as alternatives to CPC. KazMunayGas plans to increase BTC shipments to 1.7 million tons in 2026.
KazMunayGas to Increase Oil Exports via BTC by 31% in 2026
Kazakhstan's KazMunayGas plans to boost oil exports via the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline to 1.7 million tons in 2026.