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Kazakhstan boosts European university ties, aims for new research institutes
Est. 4minKazakhstan’s Minister of Science and Education, Sayasat Nurbek, is expanding international collaborations to provide Kazakh youth with new educational opportunities while boosting the economy.
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Kazakhstan seeks more critical raw materials investment from EU
Est. 5minThe demand for critical raw materials has never been greater. Kazakhstan, a nation rich in mineral resources, aims to increasingly attract investment and create value-added solutions within its borders.
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The Trans-Caspian Corridor, a trade route unlocking EU-Central Asia opportunity
Est. 5minLaunching the Trans-Caspian Corridor Coordination Platform strengthens vital trade routes linking Central Asia to Europe. Euractiv spoke with the European Commission’s Henrik Hololei, Hors Classe Adviser, DG for International Partnerships, about the road ahead.
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Kazakhstan’s domestic violence legislation, a growing social policy partnership with Europe
Est. 5minKazakhstan’s legislative reforms targeting domestic violence are at a pivotal moment, with new laws taking effect on 16 June which aim to protect women and children. Kazakhstan is seeking to establish zero tolerance for domestic violence.
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EU-Central Asia advancing strategic collaboration on the Trans-Caspian Corridor
Est. 6minEurope and Central Asia are collaborating to connect their regions within 15 days or less, through a transformational transport corridor. The Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor Coordination Platform was launched in Astana on 12 June marking a milestone in strategic integration.
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Kazakhstan has gained strategic importance, especially since the beginning of Russia’s war in Ukraine. It’s becoming a stronger partner for the EU in Central Asia and market opportunities for both regions are emerging.
In 2022, trade volume between the two totalled €40.2 billion, of which €29.8 billion accounts for Kazakh exports.
The EU expects the strengthening of its trade with Kazakhstan, from energy to agrifood, to have a spillover effect on other Central Asian countries.
In the meantime, the United States has reaffirmed its support to Kazakhstan for advancing human rights and democratic reforms, arguing that these are integral to a “vibrant new Kazakhstan”.