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Russia launches new Soyuz-5 rocket from Kazakhstan cosmodrome in first test flight

On Thursday, April 30, at 23:00 local time (Astana), the Baikonur Cosmodrome witnessed the first test launch of the Soyuz-5/Sunkar vehicle. The rocket lifted off from Site 45 as part of flight development tests, according to Kazakhstan’s Ministry of AI and Digital Development.

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‘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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Logistics pressure builds across Caspian-Central Asia corridor as trade routes evolve

The Caspian-Central Asia corridor is facing growing strain as rising trade volumes outpace existing pipelines, rail and port capacity, while the Middle Corridor gains relevance as an alternative route between Asia and Europe.

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Three Central Asian countries jointly building 2,000 MW hydropower plant

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are set to launch a joint hydropower plant with a capacity of nearly 2,000 MW.

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Why investment in Caspian transit routes is crucial for energy security

As old energy routes buckle under the pressure of war and geopolitical disruption, governments and companies are converging on the Caspian region as the corridor that could keep Eurasia's energy flowing.

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How to apply for the next series of Race Across the World

The BBC’s BAFTA-winning adventure series, Race Across the World , has opened applications for its next series. The popular show is seeking adventurous duos to embark on an epic journey across land and sea. Producers are keen to hear from a diverse range of applicants, from seasoned globetrotters to complete…

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Francophonie Spring expands its cultural reach across Central Asia

A two-week festival across seven cities showcased French language and culture, reflecting growing interest in Francophone education and exchange in Kazakhstan.

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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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Tashkent and Astana deepen strategic ties during Bukhara talks

High-level talks in the Uzbek ancient city of Bukhara aimed to double trade to $10 billion. Presidents of the two countries focused on transport, energy, digitalisation and environmental initiatives, while joint projects and regional cooperation continue to expand.

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Central Asian leaders back proposal for UN water agency

Leaders from across Central Asia, alongside representatives from countries including Georgia, Armenia, Mongolia and Azerbaijan, are taking part in discussions on regional environmental priorities.

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Kazakhstan confirms suspension of its oil transit to Germany via Russia

Kazakhstan’s energy minister announced Wednesday there would be no transit of its oil to Germany through Russia throughout May due to Russian technical constraints, assuming it is “related to recent strikes on Russian infrastructure".

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PUBG Nations Cup 2026 heads back to Seoul: Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Finland join the roster

PUBG Nations Cup 2026 returns to Seoul with 24 nations competing.

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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.

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

The Regional Ecological Summit kicks off today in Astana.

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This Central Asian destination is growing its national parks and adventure offerings

This move is expected to open up new birdwatching, wildlife tracking and hiking opportunities for eco-tourists, as Kazakhstan attempts to restore ecological balance.

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‘I was tortured in a Chinese detention camp for Uyghurs. Starmer’s approval of a new embassy is a betrayal’

INTERVIEW: Exclusive: Sayragul Sauytbay, the vice president of the East Turkestan government-in-exile, says she was tortured and abused while in Chinese detention. She tells Alex Croft that the UK has chosen to sweep China’s human rights record under the rug

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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.

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Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region

A Kazakh court has convicted 19 Kazakh activists after a protest against Beijing’s crackdown in China’s far-western Xinjiang region last year, in what advocates call an extraordinary move by the Kazakh government to silence dissident at the behest of Beijing

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Kazakhstan jails peaceful protesters for five years after demonstration ‘displeases’ China

Protesters demanding release of Kazakh national detained in Xinjiang burned Chinese flags and portrait of Xi Jinping

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China set new records in trade and investment in Central Asia in 2025

China's trade with five Central Asian countries hit a record in 2025 — and the relationship has moved well beyond buying and selling. Chinese companies are now partners in strategic projects across high-tech industries including energy and mining.

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Can AI systems replace human judges and lawyers?

Can AI make fundamentally ethical decisions? If it delivers an unlawful verdict, who will be punished? In the pursuit of efficiency and speed, can we trust people's fates to artificial intelligence?

The Times of India

10 countries that exist in two continents: From the United States to Russia

Nations around the globe are categorised, listed, and compared with each other according to their geographical position, governance, and recognition by the international community. These categories aid in organising data on an international level, utilised by various bodies and institutions for research purposes.

The Conversation

Mutual aid and self-sufficiency are key to life near USSR’s contaminated nuclear test zone in Kazakhstan

About a year into my field research in Kazakhstan, I went to the city of Kurchatov, once the secret command center of the Soviet nuclear program, to make some photocopies. On the ground floor of an apartment building I found a store whose owner had a copy machine as well…

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Venture capital surges to $320mn as Central Asia's startup scene takes off

Fresh data from the Central Eurasia Venture Forum in Tashkent points to rising startup funding, AI investment and cross-border activity as governments move to improve access to capital and support market expansion.

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World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen Seen Snitching on Chess Opponent Who Just Wanted a Selfie

A now-viral video shows what Carlsen did before starting his chess match against Kazakhstan’s Alua Nurman.

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