MotoGP Grand Prix Kazakhstan Postponed Due to Countrywide Floods Crisis
The first-ever MotoGP Grand Prix of Kazakhstan has been cancelled due to the floods in the country, causing a postponement of the event originally scheduled for June 14-16.
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Mother of Kuandyk Bishimbayev Apologizes in Court, Pleads for Fair Judgment
Legal debates continued in the case of Kuandyk Bishimbayev as the defendant's mother appeared in court to apologize to the victim's relatives, acknowledging the irreparable loss and pleading for fairness in judgment.
in News / Kazakhstan,
Diplomatic Relations Blossom: Kyrgyzstan Embassy Inaugurated in Uzbekistan's Tashkent
The opening ceremony of the new Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Tashkent took place during the visit of the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan to Uzbekistan, symbolizing the strengthening of friendly relations between the two countries.
in Politics / Uzbekistan,
Almaty and South Korea Strengthen Economic and Trade Partnership for Growth
Almaty and South Korean province Chungcheongnam-do are enhancing trade and economic cooperation, with a 21% increase in trade turnover.
in Economy / Kazakhstan,
Kazakhstan Ranks 128th on Global Finance's Rating of Poorest Countries
Global Finance magazine's Rating of the World's Poorest Countries ranks Kazakhstan 128th, highlighting extreme poverty and economic disparities worldwide. Kazakhstan stands as the best in the Central Asian region according to the compiled data by financial analyst Luca Ventura.
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Diplomatic Meeting Between Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan Strengthens Bilateral Relations
A meeting between the Ambassador of Turkmenistan in Kazakhstan and the Minister of Industry and Construction of Kazakhstan focused on bilateral cooperation and discussed the innovative "smart city" concept implemented in the Turkmen city of Arkadag.
in Politics / Turkmenistan,
Kazakhstan Population Update: 20 Million Milestone and Life Expectancy Record
Kazakhstan's National Statistics Bureau releases updated population data showing a total of 20,095,963 people as of April 1, 2024, with a record high life expectancy of 75.09 years.
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NC KazAvtoJol Increases Speed Limit on Astana - Temirtau Highway
The National Operator for Managing International and Republican Highways, JSC "NC KazAvtoJol," has changed the speed limit on the Astana - Temirtau route, with specific details provided for various highway sections in Kazakhstan.
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Press Freedom Index 2024: Uzbekistan Drops, Central Asia Faces Challenges
Uzbekistan drops to 148th place in the World Press Freedom Index 2024, with media freedom described as "very difficult," according to Reporters Without Borders. Many countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia are experiencing worsening situations with press freedom.
in News / Uzbekistan,
Elzhanа Taniyeva Wins Gold at 2024 Asian Championships, Secures Olympic Qualification
Elzhanа Taniyeva secures gold at the 2024 Asian Championships and earns a spot in the Paris Olympics, leading the Kazakhstani women's gymnastics team to success.
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