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BUSINESS6h agoKazakhstan seeks Antwerp-Bruges partnership to boost trade via Middle CorridorKazakhstan is seeking closer cooperation with Belgium on the Middle Corridor, including a potential partnership between the Port of Antwerp-Bruges and the Caspian ports of Aktau and Kuryk, as King Philippe and Queen Mathilde make their first state visit to the country.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSOct 1Money transfers between Russia and Kazakhstan fall nearly 12-fold after EU sanctions on Zolotaya Korona payment serviceMoney transfers between Russia and at least two former Soviet republics — Kazakhstan and Georgia — fell sharply after the EU imposed sanctions on the operator of the Zolotaya Korona payment system in late July, according to data from regulators in both countries reviewed by RBC.Meduza [en]
BUSINESSSep 17Euronews Debates: unlocking Kazakhstan’s potential as a regional trade hubAt the Astana Finance Days 2026, speakers discussed how Kazakhstan can move beyond its traditional role as a transit country and become a regional hub for production, trade and investment.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 16How Kazakhstan is reshaping its trade beyond commoditiesKazakhstan is turning its reliance on imported processed goods into an opportunity for investors to build local enterprises, substitute imports and expand the country’s export basket.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSSep 14China Moves Deeper Into Kazakhstan’s Uranium Market: What It Means for the WestKazatomprom could sell its entire uranium output to Eastern markets, but the company intends to keep its supply chain diversified. Dastan Kosherbayev, Director for Strategy and International Development, stated this during the World Nuclear Symposium in London. Currently, Eastern markets account for approximately half of Kazatomprom's annual sales, with the remainder split evenly between Europe and the United States. Demand from Eastern buyers continues to rise. These clients treat uranium as a strategic asset, prioritizing guaranteed physical volumes over price fluctuations. "We are in a situation where we could sell our entire production to the East, and there would still be additional demand," Kosherbayev told World Nuclear News.pravda_ru · russia
BUSINESSSep 9Hong Kong, Kazakhstan sign MOU on transport lab, discuss low-altitude economyKazakhstan has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hong Kong’s transport authorities to establish a laboratory and discussed low-altitude economy initiatives to help manage traffic jams. Bakhtiyar Mukhametkaliyev, Kazakhstan’s vice-minister of artificial intelligence and digital development, told the South China Morning Post on Wednesday about discussions with the team of Hong Kong’s Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Summit in the...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 8Hong Kong a boon to Kazakhstan’s advanced manufacturing ambitions, ties to Europe: expertHong Kong firms could look to Kazakhstan as a base for advanced manufacturing and as a gateway to Europe, while the city’s robust capital markets could attract businesses in the Central Asian country, a diplomat and business adviser has said. Sabr Yessimbekov, adviser to the chairman of the presidium of the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, told the South China Morning Post on the sidelines of the inaugural China Conference: Central Asia 2026 that some projects in...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 7Kazakhstan, Hong Kong ‘can build biotech unicorns by linking talent and capital’Kazakhstan and Hong Kong could partner to build biotech unicorns – private start-ups valued at US$1 billion or more – by linking the Central Asian country’s strong tech workforce with the city’s global financial network, a top academic has said. Huck-Hui Ng, dean of the school of medicine at Kazakhstan’s Nazarbayev University, said the nascent biotech sector in the country has already produced several start-ups in areas including artificial intelligence (AI) and digital health, and could build a...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSSep 3Lindian, Carester plan rare earths separation plant in KazakhstanLindian and Carester are planning to establish a rare earths separation plant in Kazakhstan. This indicates a new industrial development project in the rare earths sector.Yahoo Finance
BUSINESSAug 18Astana Finance Days 2026 to Draw Global Investors to Kazakhstan - The Times Of Central AsiaAstana Finance Days 2026 is expected to attract global investors to Kazakhstan. This event aims to promote financial and economic development in the region.timesca.com · Kyrgyzstan
BUSINESSAug 15Preparing for Economy That Doesnt Yet Exist : Why Kazakhstan Experiment Is Worth WatchingKazakhstan is undertaking an economic experiment focused on preparing for a future economy, which is being highlighted as a significant development to observe.astanatimes.com · Kazakhstan
BUSINESSAug 11Kazakhstan offers crypto amnesty as it seeks to bring billions in digital assets homeAstana has introduced tax incentives and regulatory reforms to encourage crypto investors to move their digital assets onto domestic licensed platforms, hoping to revive an industry that largely left after a post-mining-boom halt.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSAug 5Peter Lee’s family office signs Kazakhstan deal on green energy projectsThe family office of Henderson Land Development co-chairman and managing director Peter Lee Ka-kit has signed a deal with Kazakh authorities to advance a range of green energy projects in the Central Asian country. The cooperation was sealed on Tuesday and announced on Wednesday during Lee’s visit to Kazakhstan and his meeting with Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, following a visit to Central Asia by a delegation led by Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu in June. The deal is among the first signed...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 31Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan Begin Laying Trans - Caspian Fiber - Optic CableKazakhstan and Azerbaijan have commenced the laying of a Trans-Caspian fiber-optic cable. This marks the beginning of a major infrastructure project that will enhance connectivity between the two nations.timesca.com · Kyrgyzstan
BUSINESSJul 31Kazakhstan Weighs Proposal to Process Russian Crude - The Times Of Central AsiaKazakhstan is considering a proposal to process Russian crude oil. This potential deal could have significant implications for regional energy markets and international trade.timesca.com · Kyrgyzstan
BUSINESSJul 24No fuel supply risk in next two weeks after Kazakhstan suspends oil deliveries , Romanian PM saysThe Romanian Prime Minister stated there is no immediate fuel supply risk for the next two weeks despite Kazakhstan suspending oil deliveries. This reassures about short-term energy security after a potentially disruptive event.romania-insider.com · Romania
BUSINESSJul 18Salalah to welcome new flights from Russia , KazakhstanSalalah is preparing to introduce new flight routes originating from Russia and Kazakhstan.muscatdaily.com · Oman
BUSINESSJul 17Xi hails 'new level' in ties as China and Kazakhstan sign €11.4bn in dealsXi Jinping and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed more than 70 commercial agreements on the sidelines of the World AI Conference in Shanghai, including Central Asia's first battery plant with CATL and a new Caspian port terminal.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJul 16Oil majors operating Kazakhstan oil field to contest $4.8B environmental fineMajor oil companies operating in a Kazakhstan oil field plan to challenge a $4.8 billion environmental fine. This action indicates a significant dispute over environmental regulations and their financial impact.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSJul 10Kazakhstan IT Services Market Hits Record $5 . 6 Billion in 2025The IT services market in Kazakhstan is projected to reach a record $5.6 billion in 2025. This indicates significant growth and economic development in the region's technology sector.astanatimes.com · Kazakhstan
BUSINESSJul 1Kazakhstan looks to boost oil exports via Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline after Georgia talks in AstanaIn high-level talks held in Astana, Kazakhstan and Georgia agreed to strengthen economic cooperation, including plans to increase oil shipments via the BTC pipeline. The two countries also discussed agricultural development, investment expansion, and cooperation in digital services.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSJun 26Kazakhstan Pushes for $100 Billion Trade Goal at Eurasia ExpoKazakhstan is working towards a $100 billion trade target, highlighted at the Eurasia Expo. This initiative aims to boost regional economic activity and trade.astanatimes.com · Kazakhstan
BUSINESSJun 23Kazakhstan signs $18 . 8 million zinc ore supply agreement with Afghan company | Ariana NewsKazakhstan has signed an $18.8 million agreement with an Afghan company for the supply of zinc ore. This deal represents a significant economic transaction between the two nations.ariananews.af · Afghanistan
BUSINESSJun 20Afghanistan, Kazakhstan aim to boost bilateral trade to $3 billionKABUL (Pajhwok): The Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) says Afghan and Kazakh officials, at the Afghan–Kazakh trade forum in Kabul, have stressed increasing bilateral trade to $3 billion, expanding economic cooperation, strengthening transit links and creating further opportunities for mutual investment. According to the MoCI, the forum—which includes an exhibition and business meetings—was held [...]thefrontierpost · pakistan