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Erdoğan visits Astana as Turkey and Central Asia deepen ties amid shifting regional order

Turkey and Kazakhstan signed a friendship and strategic partnership declaration in Astana, targeting €13 billion in trade.

Euronews

Kazakhstan launches driverless Light Rail Transit system after 10 years of delays

After a decade of construction delays, Astana has launched its Light Rail Transit (LRT) system, featuring driverless overground trains serving 18 stations across the city.

Euronews

‘A united region’: Central Asian nations meet to protect the Caspian Sea and biodiversity

Water scarcity, desertification and biodiversity loss were among the issues tackled at the Regional Ecological Summit.

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Thousands join Run for Autism race in Astana to support inclusion

Around 5,000 people took part in the Run for Autism charity race in Astana, supporting inclusion initiatives for children with autism and developmental disabilities.

Euronews

Central Asia bets on ‘ecological solidarity’ as water crisis deepens

Beyond political signalling, the Regional Ecological Summit in Astana delivered tangible commitments. A total of 17 agreements worth over $2.3 billion were signed at RES 2026, with the bulk of investments channelled into renewable energy, waste management, and industrial decarbonisation.

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A cultural bridge between Europe and Asia: The Royal Danish Theatre makes its debut in Astana

Astana has hosted, for the first time, the Royal Danish Theatre, one of the world’s oldest and most respected performing arts institutions. The Kazakhstan capital is increasingly positioning itself as a place where European and Asian artistic traditions meet and interact.

Euronews

Central Asian leaders gather at first ever regional climate summit to discuss water crisis

The Regional Ecological Summit kicks off today in Astana.

Euronews

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Ankara pushes deeper economic ties with Astana ahead of Erdoğan visit

Astana and Ankara aim to boost trade, diversify exports and launch joint industrial projects ahead of Erdoğan’s state visit to Kazakhstan, setting a goal of $15 billion in trade volumes.

Euronews

PGL unveils 12 invited CS2 teams for $1.6M Astana 2026 event

More than double the prize pool from last year.

Dot Esports

Astana to host major European travel forum amid rising tourist arrivals

Kazakhstan will host the German DRV Destination Forum in Astana in August 2026 amid growing tourist flows from Germany. The agreement, reached at the ITB travel fair in Berlin, is expected to deepen tourism cooperation and raise Kazakhstan’s profile among German tour operators.

Euronews

Thursday news quiz: badges, badgers and bad decisions

Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare?

The Guardian - UK

Israel and Kazakhstan sign visa-free agreement in tourism boost

Israel and Kazakhstan plan to exempt its citizens from touristic visa requirements, marking a new step in strengthening bilateral relations.

Euronews

Astana celebrates Epiphany with icy-water dips

The Epiphany is an ancient Christian feast day.

Euronews

Cities across Kazakhstan lit orange to raise awareness of violence against women

Landmark buildings across Kazakhstan were lit up in orange to mark the UN's International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

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Enhancing EU-Kazakhstan cooperation for a sustainable future

Kazakhstan and the EU share a long-term interest in stable, resilient and predictable supply chains that underpin economic growth and deliver the technologies needed for a cleaner future, Foreign Affairs Minister Yermek Kosherbayev writes in an opinion article for Euronews.

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Kazakhstan shows support towards Armenia’s peace and transport corridor initiatives

Kazakhstan backed Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity initiative during Armenia's Prime Ministers Nikol Pashinyan visit to Astana, highlighting the corridor’s role in diversifying regional transport routes.

Euronews

Kazakhstan closes 130 crypto platforms in shadow economy crackdown

Authorities in Kazakhstan seized digital assets worth €14.4 million and uncovered 81 illegal cash-out networks amid growing efforts to curb financial crime.

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Religious leaders condemn wars in Gaza and Ukraine and stress interfaith dialogue in Astana congress

Religious leaders condemned the violence in Gaza and Ukraine, while underlining the need for dialogue and mutual respect at a religious congress in Astana.

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Kazakhstan to change its parliamentary system

The Kazakhstan president proposed to eliminate one of the two chambers. The country will hold a referendum on it in 2027.

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Euronews Kazakhstan celebrates one year anniversary

Euronews opened its regional office in Kazakhstan last year, bringing Kazakhstan and Central Asia's rich heritage to Europe.

The Independent UK

Kazakhstan v Wales live: Visitors cling on for narrow win in far-flung World Cup 2026 qualifier

Kazakhstan 0-1 Wales: Craig Bellamy’s side earn potentially vital win after a close game in Astana

The Guardian - UK

One man’s odyssey and a Hollywood striker get Wales fired up for Kazakhstan

In today’s Football Daily: Craig Bellamy, daffodil bulbs and one fan’s 5,000km trek to Astana

The Guardian - UK

17 trains, 11 buses and a stag do: one Wales fan’s five-week venture for Kazakhstan qualifier

Before Thursday’s World Cup qualifier in Astana, John McAllister’s final stop will be to meet the Wales manager Craig Bellamy and the team

The Independent UK

Wales boss Craig Bellamy says he is ‘not a fan’ of Kazakhstan’s artificial pitch

The 30,000-capacity Astana Arena is used to hosting major club and international football matches.

Euronews

Asian Paralympic leaders gather in Astana to map out future of parasport

The Asian Paralympic Committee met in Kazakhstan for the first time, setting new goals for parasport and honouring athletes at the Asian Awards 2025.

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