Kazakhstan
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Kulevi Refinery to Halt Russian Oil Amid EU Sanctions Pressure
Georgia’s sole oil refinery, Kulevi, will cease using Russian crude, opting for Turkmen and Kazakh alternatives. This decision follows near-inclusion on EU sanctions lists.
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Astana Pivots Toward Regional Financial Hub Status Amid China Strategy
Astana is positioning itself as a central bridge for Chinese capital and green investment as Beijing shifts its financial doctrine toward industrial sovereignty.
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Kazakhstan Central Bank Plans $350 Million Digital Asset Push
Kazakhstan’s central bank plans to invest up to $350 million from its gold and forex reserves into digital asset-linked firms. This strategic move into the crypto market is set for April and May.
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Transport Routes Unblocking Discussion with the Ambassador of Kazakhstan
Armenian officials and the Kazakh ambassador discuss reopening transport corridors as a catalyst for economic development and regional connectivity.
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Armenia-Kazakhstan direct flights: Talks on resuming air links held
A high-level meeting focused on reviving direct Armenia–Kazakhstan flights was held today between Armenia’s Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, Armen Simonyan, and the Kazakh ambassador to Armenia.
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Trump invites Kazakhstan to join Gaza Peace Council; Tokayev agrees to participate and invest in Middle East peace
US-led initiative appears to be taking shape around the Gaza Peace Council, a body unveiled by the Trump administration in mid-January.
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Azerbaijan Challenges Russian Investigation Closure on AZAL Plane Crash
Azerbaijan reacts strongly to Russia’s letter halting the investigation into the AZAL plane crash, asserting external interference led to the tragedy.
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Russia Likely Loses Ability to Launch Crewed Missions After Baikonur Launch-Pad Blast
Russia’s Baikonur launch-pad suffered severe damage after the Soyuz MS-28 lift-off, potentially grounding crewed launches for months and ending 60 years of uninterrupted human spaceflight.
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Kazakhstan Forces Decisive Doubles Showdown at Billie Jean King Cup
Elena Rybakina’s powerful win over Jessica Pegula levels the Kazakhstan-USA tie, sending the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-final to a dramatic doubles decider.
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OPEC+ Agrees to Accelerated Oil Production Hike Amid Global Demand Surge
OPEC+ nations, led by Saudi Arabia, have announced an unexpected increase in oil production by 548,000 barrels per day starting in August 2025. The move aims to capitalize on strong summer demand and reclaim market share.
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OPEC+ Accelerates Oil Production Hike for June Amid Market Challenges
OPEC+ announces a 411,000 bpd oil production hike for June, continuing its accelerated output strategy amid falling prices and compliance concerns.
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External Interference Suspected in Kazakhstan Plane Crash
A tragic plane crash in Kazakhstan on Christmas Day, claiming the lives of 38 out of 67 passengers and crew, has taken a disturbing turn with Azerbaijan Airlines reporting potential “external interference” as a contributing factor. The aircraft, carrying passengers…
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Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Armenia increase imports from the EU
Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Armenia have increased imports from the European Union by $5.8 billion during the past year and a half since the onset of the Ukraine war. Concurrently, exports from EAEU countries to…