National Bank of Kazakhstan Cuts Key Rate to 14.50% Annually
The National Bank of Kazakhstan announced a 25 basis points reduction in the key rate to 14.50% annually, with a corridor of +/- 1 percentage point.
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in Economy / Kazakhstan,
Shocking Triple Murder in Kazakhstan: Suspect Sentenced to Life Imprisonment
Residents of Kazakhstan were shocked by a triple murder in the Almaty region, leading to the suspect being arrested and sentenced to life imprisonment.
in Crime / Kazakhstan,
Water Resource Exhaustion Sparks Social Tension in Central Asia: RECCA Warning
Exhaustion of water resources in Central Asia highlighted at a climate conference, emphasizing the importance of effective water management and transboundary cooperation to address challenges such as water scarcity and natural disasters.
in Environment / Kyrgyzstan,
Missed Opportunities: Central Asia Struggles to Access Climate Funds
The Executive Director of CAREC highlighted the challenges faced by Central Asian countries in accessing international funds for climate-related projects.
in Environment / Kyrgyzstan,
Kyrgyzstan's Economic Growth within EAEU Despite Sanction Pressure: Prime Minister Japarov
Kyrgyz Prime Minister highlights sustainable economic growth within the EAEU despite sanctions on Russia.
in Economy / Kyrgyzstan,
Accountant sentenced to 7.5 years for embezzling 29 million tenge in Kazakhstan
A chief accountant in Shymkent was sentenced to 7.5 years in prison for embezzling over 29 million tenge from a polyclinic, using his official position to carry out the crime.
in Crime / Kazakhstan,
Draft Law "On Mass Media" Revision Deadline Possible Extension Until Summer
The deadline for revising the draft law "On Mass Media" may be extended until the end of the summer, providing more time for a high-quality document preparation, as reported by a working group member. Meetings have not taken place this week, and consensus is being reached on key points.
in Politics / Kyrgyzstan,
Deputy Demands Answers in Delayed Expertise for Asel Zhanarbek kyzy's Death
Deputy Chingiz Aidarbekov raises concerns about delays in the investigation of Asel Zhanarbek kyzy's death, urging the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs to take action.
in News / Kyrgyzstan,
Parliamentary Conflict: Deputy's Exclusion from CIS Delegation Sparks Controversy
The Committee proposed to exclude Adakhan Madumarov from parliamentary delegations, but the decision was withdrawn for reconsideration after a reminder from Deputy Iskhak Masaliev. Adakhan Madumarov's parliamentary mandate was prematurely terminated by the Central Election Commission due to a court verdict on state treason, leading to his recent release from detention.
in Politics / Kyrgyzstan,
Kyrgyz Prime Minister Reveals Kumtor Mine Profits, Corruption Elimination Key
Kumtor mine generates $300 million profit in 2.5 years, Prime Minister Japarov emphasizes effective reforms in managing state finances and the role of eliminating corruption.
in Economy / Kyrgyzstan,