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Kazakhstan Confronts Major Data Leak in High-Stakes Security Crackdown
Times of Central Asia
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July 3, 2025
A detective thriller worthy of a Hollywood script is quietly playing out in the daily lives of Kazakhstani citizens, one with implications for nearly every household. At its core lies the largest leak of personal data in Kazakhstan’s history,...
Kazakh Tech Firm Introduces First Large Language Model for Eastern Armenian
The Astana Times
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July 3, 2025
ASTANA – Kazakh technology company Gen2B has launched HyGPT, the first large language model (LLM) designed for the Eastern Armenian language, reported the company’s press service on July 1. Photo credit: istockphoto.com Developed in collaboration...
Kazakhstan to set up 7 international university branches creating opportunities for Indian students
The Economic Times
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July 2, 2025
Kazakhstan will witness the opening of seven international university branches across the 2025-2026 academic year and this may provide additional opportunities for Indian students wanting to seek admissions in the Central Asian country. According...
Kazakhstan bans niqab
5Pillars
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July 2, 2025
Kazakhstan’s president, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has approved a law forbidding clothing that hides the face or obstructs facial recognition in public spaces, permitting such attire only for medical reasons, severe weather, official duties, or...
Kazakhstan, Moldova Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthen Bilateral Ties Amid Embassy Opening in Astana
The Astana Times
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July 2, 2025
ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu met with his Moldovan counterpart, Mihai Popșoi, on July 1. The two ministers reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties based on the principles of...
Azerbaijani deaths in Yekaterinburg reignite tensions between Baku and Moscow
Asia News
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July 8, 2025
After the incident involving a plane carrying 67 people that crashed in December due to “interference” with the war in Ukraine, Azerbaijan and Russia are once again in the midst of a diplomatic crisis over a police raid. In the background is the...
Should state support for Russian-language education continue in Azerbaijani? –
APA
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The presence of Russian-language sectors and fully Russian-medium schools in Azerbaijan’s public education system has sparked serious public debate. The constitution of Azerbaijan designates Azerbaijani as the state language, mandating that all...
Islam Chesnokov's Hearts transfer hits deadlock as Derek McInnes explains his fear
Edinburgh Evening News
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July 2, 2025
The Kazakhstan winger has signed a pre-contract to move to Scotland Whilst Hearts remain keen to strike a deal for the Kazakhstani winger Islam Chesnokov this summer, head coach Derek McInnes fears he will need to wait longer. Chesnokov signed a...
Kazakh science shows significant growth in 2024
Eurasia Magazine
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Kazakhstan’s scientific sector is gaining momentum, with significant growth recorded in research activity, according to updated 2024 data from the InCites analytics platform, reports Zakon.kz. Bulat Kenesov, head of the Center for Science and...
Kazakhstan enforces ‘Niqab’ ban in public places
Daily Pakistan
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July 2, 2025
Kazakhstan enforces ‘Niqab’ ban in public places ASTANA – Kazakhstan, a landlocked Central Asian, country has imposed a ban on wearing the ‘niqab’ or face covering in public places. Reports said Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed a...
Sabah attracts growing interest from Kazakhstan in tourism and business
The Malaysian Star
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July 4, 2025
KOTA KINABALU: Kazakhstan is showing increasing interest in Sabah as both a tourist destination and an investment hub. Asean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) Sabah chapter president Datuk Nordin Ening shared this following his recent...
Americana seals franchise deal with premium Greek lifestyle brand
Zawya
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Americana Restaurants International, a leading quick-service and casual dining operator across the Mena region and Kazakhstan, has signed an exclusive franchise agreement with carpo – a premium Greek lifestyle brand, originated in Athens, renowned...
Key Takeaways From 2Nd China-Central Asia Summit In Astana
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN- GetNews) The second China-Central Asia Summit marks "a historic event" and opened a new chapter for a time-tested regional partnership, said Tajik Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin. Chinese President Xi Jinping, Kazakh President...
What Does It Mean to Be Kazakhstani?
The Diplomat
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July 3, 2025
What does it mean to be Kazakhstani? Scholar Diana T. Kudaibergen explores the title question – “What Does It Mean to Be Kazakhstani? Power, Identity and Nation-Building” – in the context of Kazakhstan’s more than three decades of independence. A...
Kazakhstan law bans face coverings in public places
The News International
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Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed a law to ban face coverings in public places and jointed a trend in several Central Asian countries to restrict forms of Islamic dress. The text of the law which was signed by the president on...
Kazakhstan bans face covering in public spaces: 10 countries with similar laws
Asianet Newsable
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July 1, 2025
Kazakhstan has banned face-covering garments in public, joining a list of nations citing security and cultural identity. Here's a look at 10 countries with similar laws and their reasons In a move that might surprise many, Kazakhstan has banned...
Gross FDI Inflow to Kazakhstan Grows, Structure of Investment Distribution Shifts
The Astana Times
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July 3, 2025
ASTANA – In the first quarter of 2025, the gross inflow of foreign direct investment (FDI) to Kazakhstan reached $6.6 billion, up 6.2% compared to the same period last year ($6.2 billion), the Economic Research Institute reported on July 1. Photo...
Chinese ancient bronzeware hub Baoji City promotes cultural exchanges in Kazakhstan
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 3, 2025
ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from Xinhuanet –Baoji City in northwest China’s Shaanxi Province, which is known for its ancient bronzeware relics and profound Zhou […] ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —...
Kazakhstan declares GTA and Counter-Strike 'haram'; Tajikistan has already banned them
Asia Plus
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15:39, todayAuthor: Asia-Plus While Kazakhstan's top Islamic authority recently issued a religious ruling declaring popular video games like GTA, Counter-Strike 2, and Dota 2 “haram,” or forbidden under Islamic law, Tajikistan has already taken a...
Kazakh Audience Turns to Social Media as Primary News Source, Study Finds
The Astana Times
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July 1, 2025
ASTANA – Social media has become the leading source of news for Kazakh citizens, outpacing television and online media platforms, the Institute of Public Policy reported on June 26, according to a recent nationwide survey. Photo credit: The...