Central Asia

Kazakhstan seeks $150 billion of foreign investment in the next five years

Kazakhstan’s innovation agenda aims to attract $150 billion of foreign investment in the next five years while doubling the country’s GDP. Kazakh President Tokayev is looking to Europe to realize the funding project.

Kazakhstan emerging as haven for biomedical research and clinical testing

Kazakhstan, a country with a rich scientific heritage, is positioning itself as a haven for cutting-edge biomedical research and clinical trials. Its innovative approach hinges on fostering close collaboration between universities and industrial partners.

Kazakhstan prepares to host World Nomad Games with European competitors  

Ahead of the fifth World Nomad Games, taking place in Astana from 8-13 September, Euractiv spoke with Nail Nurov, Head of the Directorate for World Nomad Games. The Games promise a unique blend of sports, culture, and global competition.

Kazakhstan boosts European university ties, aims for new research institutes

Kazakhstan’s Minister of Science and Education, Sayasat Nurbek, is expanding international collaborations to provide Kazakh youth with new educational opportunities while boosting the economy.

Kazakhstan seeks more critical raw materials investment from EU

The 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.

The Trans-Caspian Corridor, a trade route unlocking EU-Central Asia opportunity

Launching 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.

Kazakhstan’s domestic violence legislation, a growing social policy partnership with Europe

Kazakhstan’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.

EU-Central Asia advancing strategic collaboration on the Trans-Caspian Corridor

Europe 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.

EU-Kazakhstan relations strengthening, market opportunities growing

Evolving EU-Kazakhstan relations offer new agriculture market opportunities

Kazakhstan is a growing market opportunity for European agricultural food and beverage exports, says Wojciechowski, underlining what he hails as the emerging importance of an evolving EU-Kazakh relationship.

Wojciechowski visits Kazakhstan, highlights favourable conditions for EU investors

A delegation of 39 agri-food businesses and organisations from across the EU, led by Agriculture Commissioner Janusz Wojciechowski, offered Kazakhstan a taste of EU quality in a bid to expand Europe's presence in Central Asian markets.

Kazakhstan’s democracy, human rights progress welcomed by United States

The United States has reaffirmed its support to Kazakhstan for advancing human rights and democratic reforms, arguing that these domains are integral to what the US calls a vibrant new Kazakhstan.

Ambitious EU seeks to improve Middle Corridor trade route, secure position in Central Asia

Despite growing interest in the European Union for the advancement of the Middle Corridor, the bloc has much more to do in developing this trade route and securing its position in Central Asia.

Azerbaijan and Armenia to negotiate peace in symbolic return to Kazakh capital Almaty

Azerbaijan and Armenia’s foreign ministers plan to meet in Almaty sparking fresh hopes for a peace treaty between the two adversaries and a reset in relations with the European Union.

Cameron urges stronger ties with Kazakhstan on Central Asia tour

David Cameron was the first British prime minister to visit Kazakhstan. That was 11 years ago, now reincarnated as the UK’s foreign secretary, Cameron has urged stronger ties between the two nations during his Astana pit-stop.

Kazakhstan president enacts new laws protecting women and children

Kazakhstan will guarantee better protection of women’s rights and children’s safety. Kazakh President, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has endorsed significant amendments to new laws envisaging harsh penalties for perpetrators of abuse.