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Archive for the ‘Kazakhstan’ Category

The trade partnership between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan reached a remarkable milestone in 2024, with a bilateral trade turnover of $393.8 million from January to October, reflecting an impressive 38.7% growth compared to the previous year. This surge underscores the strong and growing economic collaboration between the two nations.   Azerbaijan’s exports to Kazakhstan rose by […]

Kazakhstan is solidifying its position as a vital energy partner for the European Union, exporting over 70% of its oil to EU countries. As the bloc’s third-largest non-OPEC oil supplier, the nation is scaling up efforts to meet growing demand and strengthen its presence in international trade.   Energy Minister Almasadam Satkaliyev announced plans to […]

Agricultural Exports, Kazakhstan, News

December 3, 2024

Kazakhstan is making significant progress in strengthening its position as a key player in global agricultural trade, achieving a remarkable 51% growth in grain exports from September to November, compared to the same period last year. The nation’s railway company, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), played a vital role in facilitating the transportation of 2.9 million […]

Agricultural Exports, Kazakhstan, News

November 26, 2024

Kazakhstan continues to bolster its role as a key agricultural exporter, recording an impressive fivefold increase in potato exports to Turkmenistan from January to August 2024. According to the country’s statistical office, Turkmenistan imported 17,500 tons of Kazakh potatoes during this period, solidifying its place as a significant trade partner in the region.   This […]

Agricultural Exports, Kazakhstan, News

November 12, 2024

Kazakhstan’s agricultural sector is poised for expansion, thanks to the European Investment Bank’s (EIB) recently approved €465 million fund aimed at supporting non-EU countries in sustainable agriculture. This funding is part of the Pan-European Agricultural Programme, a €3 billion initiative designed to enhance financing for agribusiness, promote climate-resilient practices, and back young farmers across regions, […]

Agricultural Exports, Kazakhstan, News

November 7, 2024

Kazakhstan has seen a significant boost in its grain exports following the new harvest, which has reached a record 26.6 million tons—56% higher than in 2023. This remarkable increase highlights the country’s expanding role as a key player in the global agricultural market.   Between September and October, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), the national railway […]

Agricultural Exports, Kazakhstan, News

October 24, 2024

Kazakhstan is poised to bolster its grain and wheat exports after an outstanding harvest this year. With over 16.7 million hectares of cereals sown, the country has completed 99.7% of its harvesting, yielding an impressive 26.5 million tons of grain. This achievement not only highlights Kazakhstan’s agricultural capabilities but also sets the stage for increased […]

Energy Trade, Kazakhstan, News

October 1, 2024

Kazakhstan is actively exploring ways to enhance its gas exports to China, with plans for a potential new pipeline to increase capacity. This initiative highlights the country’s growing importance in the regional energy market and reflects its commitment to fostering international trade.   Despite challenges in the global economy, demand for gas in China continues […]

Kazakhstan, News, Trade Relations, Uzbekistan

February 21, 2024

In a demonstration of their commitment to fostering stronger ties, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan have reiterated their dedication to enhancing bilateral relations and boosting trade turnover. President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, affirmed Kazakhstan’s deep-rooted commitment to collaboration with Uzbekistan during a recent meeting with Uzbek Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov, as reported by the Akorda press service. […]

Energy Trade, Germany, Kazakhstan, News

February 20, 2024

In a significant development, Germany has unveiled plans to ramp up its oil imports from Kazakhstan by an impressive 200,000 tons per month. This decision comes as Kazakhstan’s Minister of Energy, Almasadam Satkaliyev, announced the heightened collaboration between the two nations.   Previously, from May to October 2023, Kazakhstan exported approximately 100,000 tons of oil […]

International Trade, Kazakhstan, News

February 13, 2024

Kazakhstan has made significant advancements in exporting its government technology (GovTech) solutions, as highlighted during the Digital Almaty 2024 forum held from Feb. 1-3, according to a report from Profit.kz on Feb. 13. The country signed several memorandums of understanding to extend its IT solutions for e-government development to various nations, with a particular focus […]

French President Emmanuel Macron embarked on a visit to Kazakhstan, marking the initial leg of his Central Asia tour. This region, traditionally considered Russia’s sphere of influence, has gained renewed Western attention in light of the Ukraine conflict.   Kazakhstan, an oil-rich nation, has assumed a crucial role as a substitute crude oil supplier for […]