Russian nationalists again rile Kazakhstan by questioning its nationhood The Foreign Ministry warns these remarks are straining relations. Almaz Kumenov Dec 15, 2020
Kazakhstan: As election beckons, authorities tighten control on internet Authorities accuse critics of the measure of being NATO stooges. Almaz Kumenov Dec 7, 2020
Kazakhstan: Civil society complains of pre-election pressure Authorities have decided to inspect their tax returns just before parliamentary elections. Joanna Lillis Dec 7, 2020
Kazakhstan sleepwalks toward choice-free parliamentary election But there is no papering over the festering disillusionment. Almaz Kumenov Dec 2, 2020
Kazakhstan: Nazarbayev-linked billionaire sucked into UK court battle The surprise asset freeze has sparked speculation of possible elite infighting. Joanna Lillis Dec 2, 2020
Perspectives | What happened to China’s ‘peaceful rise’? Recent events on China’s periphery confirm that Beijing is playing a long game for regional dominance. Srdjan Uljevic Nov 12, 2020
China business briefing: Not happy with Kyrgyzstan Beijing keeps its cool when admonishing wayward satrapies. It has perfected the cold shoulder. Niva Yau Nov 3, 2020
Kazakhstan: Xinjiang fugitives secure asylum status But China appears to be trying to make sure no more escape. Chris Rickleton Oct 31, 2020
Perspectives | Why Kazakhstan’s leaders fear regional unrest Rigged elections have created political crises in two other post-Soviet countries this year, leaving Nur-Sultan edgy ahead of a parliamentary vote. Aruzhan Meirkhanova Oct 27, 2020
Kazakhstan: Parliamentary elections scheduled for January 10 The president says the vote will marking a turning point. Skeptics yawn. Almaz Kumenov Oct 21, 2020
Kazakhstan: Borat creators' attempts to whip up fury achieve mixed results Some social media users are angry, but officials are taking the high road, for now. Almaz Kumenov Oct 3, 2020
Kazakhstan: Is ruling party primaries season all theater? Nur Otan's sudden urge to seek legitimacy is likely motivated by what has been happening outside the government’s strict control. Almaz Kumenov Sep 30, 2020
Kazakhstan: KazakhMan brings local flavor to well-worn superhero format This latest addition to the rich constellation of animated superheroes marks a fresh attempt by Kazakh artists to offer heroic antics with a local twist. Almaz Kumenov Sep 21, 2020
Central Asia: Belt and Road takes back seat in Chinese envoy’s tour Beijing is eager to show solidarity as the coronavirus pandemic rumbles on. Chris Rickleton Sep 16, 2020
Kazakhstan headhunts Belarusian IT developers, in vain so far Astana Hub hoping political unrest could tempt some specialists into coming their way. Almaz Kumenov Sep 4, 2020