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Another Central Asian country bans face veils as Muslim women told to embrace ‘national style’

New law prohibits women in majority Muslim country from covering their faces in public

The Independent UK

Kazakhstan enlists Russia and China to build first nuclear power plants since Soviet era

Kazakhstan, one of the world’s top uranium producers, currently relies mostly on coal-fired plants for power, alongside hydropower and a growing renewables sector.

Euronews

China’s Xi Jinping meets Central Asian leaders: Why their summit matters

China is the region’s top trading partner, but Russia and the US both have a presence, too.

Al Jazeera

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One thing that could rupture Russia’s friendship with China

The Central Asian region’s strategic location between Russia and China has long made it a ‘grand chessboard’ for great power politics

The Independent UK

Russia and China both want influence over Central Asia. Could it rupture their friendship?

As he looks to solidify his territorial gains in Ukraine in a potential ceasefire deal, Russian President Vladimir Putin has one eye trained on Russia’s southern border – and boosting Russian influence in Central Asia.

The Conversation

Putin Seeks To Shore Up Ties On Visit To 'Friendly' Kazakhstan

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit Kazakhstan on Wednesday for a two-day trip aimed at shoring up ties with his Central Asian ally as tensions mount over the Ukraine war.

International Business Times

Kazakhs Approve Plan For First Nuclear Power Plant

Kazakhstan has approved a plan to build its first nuclear power station in a referendum, overcoming lingering resentment over massive radiation exposure from Soviet-era nuclear tests.

International Business Times

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'People Will Come Back': Kazakhstan Debates Nuclear Future

In the semi-abandoned village of Ulken on a giant steppe, Anna Kapustina, a mother of five, hopes controversial plans to build Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant will breathe life into her ailing hometown.

International Business Times

Leaders of Russia, China attend summit of regional security grouping

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are attending the summit of a security grouping created by Moscow and Beijing to counter Western alliances

The Independent UK

Ukraine war: why central Asian countries want to move away from Russian control

The terrorist attack on Moscow’s Crocus City Hall in March 2024, which left 140 people dead, has sparked a crackdown on central Asian workers living in Russia, and put the relationship between the region and Russia under increasing strain.

The Conversation

Kremlin Warns Floods May Worsen As Kazakhstan, Russia Evacuate 100,000

Water levels on rivers in Russia and Kazakhstan continued to rise and flood whole villages and cities on Wednesday, with more than 100,000 people evacuated and the Kremlin warning a "very, very tense" situation was expected to worsen.

International Business Times

‘Maximally pragmatic’: How Central Asia navigates Russia’s war on Ukraine

Most leaders tread a careful line to avoid conflict as Moscow tries to uphold its relevance in a vast neighbourhood.

Al Jazeera

Putin visits Kazakhstan, part of his efforts to cement ties with ex-Soviet neighbors

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting Kazakhstan, part of his efforts to cement ties with the ex-Soviet neighbor and major economic partner in the midst of tensions with the West over Ukraine

The Independent UK

Emmanuel Macron vows to boost French cooperation with Kazakhstan

French president compliments leader for refusing to side with Moscow over Ukraine

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Radio France Internationale

Macron is shopping for uranium in Kazakhstan after the loss of Niger

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in uranium-rich Kazakhstan on Wednesday on the first leg of a trip to Central Asia, a region long regarded as Russia's backyard that has drawn fresh Western attention since the war in Ukraine began. His main aim: securing raw materials and possibly a lucrative contract…

France 24

Fire at ArcelorMittal mine in Kazakhstan more than 30 people

Kazakhstan said on Saturday that 32 people were killed in a fire in yet another deadly accident in a mine owned by ArcelorMittal, with over a dozen still missing, in the Central Asian country's worst disaster in years.

Radio France Internationale

Macron hopes trip to former Soviet states will secure uranium, counter Russia

French President Emmanuel Macron is to visit Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan next week, as France seeks to counter Russian influence in the former Soviet republics and strengthen economic ties in countries with high amounts of raw materials, including uranium.

Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 583

As the war enters its 583rd day, these are the main developments.

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Turmoil in Russia: What foreign governments are saying

Countries are keeping a close eye on the situation in Russia as Wagner rebellion escalates instability in region.

Zenger

‘I Appreciate The Joke:’ Kazakhstan President Laughs Off Lukashenko’s Nuclear Alliance Offer

Despite historical ties with Russia, Kazakhstan publicly upholds its nuclear non-proliferation commitments.

The News Lens

China Holds Central Asia Summit; Ex-US Official Urges Pragmatism

Earlier this year, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken traveled to the capitals of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to promote investment and urge political reforms.

Reuters

Central Asia forges ties with China as Xi touts 'enduring' friendship

Central Asian heads of state converged in China's historic city of Xian on Thursday for one-on-ones with Chinese leader Xi Jinping to seal pledges of "enduring" friendship, paving the way for a summit expected to result in a regional pact with Beijing.

Reuters

Kazakh PM Smailov set to keep job after election

Kazakhstan's ruling Amanat party nominated Alikhan Smailov, prime minister since January 2022, for the same position on Thursday, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's office said, meaning he was certain to retain the job.

Reuters

Kazakh ruling party wins 54% of vote in snap election

Kazakhstan's ruling Amanat party won 53.9% of the vote in a snap parliamentary election, official data showed on Monday, giving President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev a clear mandate to reform the oil-rich nation in line with his social justice objectives.

Tribune News Service

Kazakhstan ruling party set to win parliamentary elections

The Kazakhstan ruling party is set to win early parliamentary elections on Sunday in what President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called the final stage of a government “reset” in response to deadly riots last year.

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