ASTANA – A new industrial zone has been launched in the Akmola Region with an expected investment volume exceeding 1.1 trillion tenge (US$2.4 billion). The area aims to become a key hub for domestic and international production and logistics near the capital, the Prime Minister’s press service reported on June 20.
ASTANA – Kazakhstan is actively developing its hydrogen energy sector with the support of international partners, including China and Germany, and is exploring the potential to export hydrogen to the European Union. Deputy Minister of Energy Ilyas Bakytzhan outlined the country’s hydrogen roadmap during a June 23 session in the Mazhilis, highlighting progress on infrastructure, pilot projects, and international cooperation.
The Astana International Forum (AIF) 2025 concluded with wide-ranging discussions on global economic transformation, climate challenges, food security, and technological innovation, reaffirming Kazakhstan’s position as a bridge-builder between regions and a key voice for multilateral cooperation. Bringing together heads of state, policymakers, business leaders, and experts, the Forum offered practical roadmaps for strengthening international dialogue at a time of global uncertainty.
In a recent interview with Ana Tili, conducted on January 3, 2025, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev looked back on the accomplishments and challenges Kazakhstan facedin 2024, providing a comprehensive overview of the nation’s progress and its strategic direction for the future. Tokayev’s reflections shed light on key areas of national development, including economic growth, social initiatives, the government’s response to natural disasters, and foreign policy.
The world is undergoing rapid transformations—geopolitical tensions, economic challenges, climate concerns, and shifting global alliances. In this dynamic landscape, international cooperation is more crucial than ever. This is precisely what the Astana International Forum (AIF) 2025, set to take place on May 29-30, aims to achieve. Hosted in Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana, this high-profile event is emerging as a key platform for dialogue, diplomacy, and innovation.
ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to build a $1.35 billion gas chemical production facility to manufacture 700,000 tonnes of urea and 42,000 tonnes of ammonia annually. This was announced during a March 4 meeting with Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and ESTA Construction CEO Mustafa Toprak.
ASTANA – KTZ Express, a subsidiary of Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) railway company, in collaboration with China Railway Container Transport (CRCT), has launched a new container rail service linking China and Europe, reported on March 3 the press service of KTZ.
Rabat, February 28, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu arrived in Rabat with the first official visit in the history of bilateral relations at the invitation of Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates of the Kingdom of Morocco.
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and China agreed to increase cargo volumes along the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), reported on Feb. 26 the press service of the Transport Ministry.
ASTANA – Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov agreed on the construction of a metallurgical plant with chairman of the Board of Fujian Hengwang Investment Zeng Zhaoqiang on Feb. 27.It is expected to build a metallurgical plant with a capacity of 3 million tons of steel in the Jibek Joly Special Economic Zone, located in the Zhambyl Region.
