Arts
Russian war refugees boost Kazakhstan's theater scene
New plays bring diversity and cater to all ages in different languages
Kazakhstan
Politics
Kazakhstan aims for tricky economic reboot after cabinet shuffle
President Tokayev tasks new PM with spurring growth and trimming budget
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Climate Change
Japan launches new decarbonization dialogue with Central Asia
Tokyo aims to blunt Russian and Chinese influence in key region
Opinion
Kazakhstan is building more connections with the world
Economic program will boost Europe-Asia cargo flows, accelerate green transition
Life
Yurt alert: Traditional tents make a comeback in Kazakhstan
Portable dwellings thrive as tourist attractions and emergency housing
Ukraine war
Russia, Central Asia locked in tug of war over Ukraine recruiting
From Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan, states clamp down on mercenary activity
Ukraine war
Kazakhstan woos over 400 Western firms exiting Russia
Exodus by businesses lifts Central Asian economy
Opinion
Kazakhstan's backdoor trade with Russia must be stopped
Time for sanctions over funneling of restricted goods to support war in Ukraine
Opinion
Better connectivity will unlock Central Asia's economic potential
Integration can return region to role as intercontinental trade hub
Politics
Kazakhstan's new parliament has old look after reset falls short
Election marred by uneven playing field, apathy and allegations of irregularities
Politics
Kazakhstan election offers rare opening for independent voices
Post-unrest reforms add meaning to Sunday's vote despite democratic shortcomings
The Big Story
Kazakhstan's love of bitcoin undimmed by 'crypto winter'
With 'fully legal' cryptocurrencies, the country hopes to compete in the big leagues of global finance
Opinion
Kazakhstan is committed to political reform
Protests have spurred government to remove privileges and increase inclusion
Politics
'New Kazakhstan' set for election expected to be one-man show
Tokayev seeks stamp of legitimacy as experts warn 'protest mood' persists
Asia Insight
Central Asia looks beyond Russia's orbit to secure its future
Jittery over Ukraine war, Kazakhstan and neighbors seek alternative export routes
Ukraine war
Russians fleeing draft strain Kazakhstan's services, diplomacy
President Tokayev calls for 'humanity, patience' ahead of awkward Putin visit
International relations
Xi vows to back Kazakh 'sovereignty' in Central Asia power play
Chinese leader's first post-COVID trip abroad seen as move to cement top-dog status
Politics
Kazakhstan set to vote on constitution reform in Putin-like process
Critics say proposed changes to 'super presidential' system are superficial
Interview
Kazakhstan's Air Astana flies above pandemic turbulence
Carrier bucks global trend with swing to profit as passenger numbers hit record
Opinion
Western powers should exploit Central Asia's unease over Ukraine war
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan have both distanced themselves from Moscow
Politics
Kazakhstan reforms meet skepticism in shadow of Russia's war
Amid 'cosmetic' changes, critics say Tokayev missing chance to break Kremlin's grip
International relations
Ukraine war casts Kazakhstan's reliance on Russia in harsher light
Tokayev struggles to avoid angering 'unpredictable' ally -- and his own people
International relations
India's first Central Asia summit to focus on Afghan risks, trade
Shared security challenges loom over Thursday's talks and port, pipeline hopes
Politics
Kazakhstan drive to close book on Nazarbayev era gathers pace
President Tokayev sidelines predecessor but true reform remains elusive
International relations
Russian-led CSTO's Kazakhstan mission leaves lingering bootprints
Analysts see short deployment putting Moscow's security stamp on Central Asia