Japan joins US and EU in sanctioning Kazakh entity Tokyo striving to raise its profile in Central Asia. Almaz Kumenov Jan 13, 2025
Kazakhstan to enhance cooperation with Russia on managing NGO activity Activists worry about tightening of regulations. Almaz Kumenov Dec 20, 2024
Russia’s economic woes starting to overflow into Kazakhstan Kazakh currency takes a plunge. Almaz Kumenov Dec 11, 2024
Single time zone in Kazakhstan messing with citizens’ circadian rhythms Business owners contend fewer people are going out, spending money. Almaz Kumenov Nov 26, 2024
Kazakhstan: Officials resorting to press gangs to curb draft evasion Widespread practice of hazing linked to draft difficulties. Almaz Kumenov Nov 19, 2024
Kazakhstan: Seals are dying en masse in the Caspian Sea It could take months to determine the cause. Almaz Kumenov Nov 12, 2024
Four Central Asian entities added to US sanctions list Procuring machine tools in Europe and funneling them to Russia. Almaz Kumenov Nov 5, 2024
Kazakhstan: Wheat exports experience a big dip Kazakh farmers being undercut by Russia. Almaz Kumenov Oct 29, 2024
Kazakhstan: High-profile murder of teenager shakes society, spurs call for tougher anti-crime measures Killed over a can of beer. Almaz Kumenov Oct 25, 2024
IMF calls for fiscal reforms in Kazakhstan Kazakh authorities need to get a handle on discretionary spending. Almaz Kumenov Oct 15, 2024
Kazakhstan: Authorities employing various tactics to ensure ‘yes’ vote in nuke referendum Police detain anti-nuclear activists, prevent protests during run-up to the vote. Almaz Kumenov Oct 3, 2024
Kazakhstan launches program to reintroduce tigers to lost habitat Officials hope to set example for revival of endangered species. Almaz Kumenov Sep 26, 2024
Kazakhstan: New rules on media access spark controversy, complaints Kazakh authorities say they are following Western precedents. Almaz Kumenov Sep 13, 2024
Kazakhstan: The Nazarbayev legacy takes another hit A Kazakh court convicts an already imprisoned relative. Almaz Kumenov Sep 6, 2024
October referendum will decide future of nuclear energy in Kazakhstan President says nuclear power needed to meet growing electricity demand. Almaz Kumenov Sep 4, 2024
Kazakhstan: Film touches off national debate about sensitive cultural tradition Portraying the trauma experienced by a child who “has become a stranger to his own parents.” Almaz Kumenov Aug 28, 2024
Kazakhstan to Lukashenko: mind your own business Astana rejects Belarussian leader’s criticism over Russia-Ukraine war stance. Almaz Kumenov Aug 23, 2024
China changes tariff rules for Kazakh wheat, causing an export halt Beijing’s surprise move exacerbates Kazakh farmers’ projected losses. Almaz Kumenov Aug 14, 2024
Kazakhstan: Opposition influencer sentenced to seven years in prison Conviction stems from interview with government’s public enemy No. 1. Almaz Kumenov Aug 6, 2024
Kazakhstan: Obscenity trial results in 10-day sentence for comedian Authorities equate foul-mouthed humor with “petty hooliganism” Almaz Kumenov Jul 31, 2024
High-polluting cars rule the roads in Kazakhstan Activist asserts government measure to help environment actually exacerbates air pollution. Almaz Kumenov Jul 22, 2024
Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan taking steps toward fulfilling green energy export vision Draft agreement outlines scope of cooperation. Almaz Kumenov Jul 18, 2024
Kazakhstan: SCO summit doesn’t put much meat on organization’s bones Summit’s most significant accomplishment is admitting Belarus as full member. Almaz Kumenov Jul 5, 2024
Kazakhstan to hold referendum on building nuclear power plant Main concern is whether Russian firm will get the construction contract. Almaz Kumenov Jul 2, 2024
Kazakh critic of Astana government clings to life following apparent hit job Social media influencer shot in head in Kyiv. Almaz Kumenov Jun 19, 2024
