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Kazakhstan’s Cotton Sector Continues to Shrink
Times of Central Asia
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July 3, 2025
Kazakhstan’s cotton industry is in protracted decline, with key indicators – acreage, harvest volume, and profitability – showing sustained deterioration. Analysts at Energyprom.kz report that small farms, which dominate the sector, are...
SCAT Airlines To Fly Twice-Weekly Between Kazakhstan's Almaty And Belarusian Minsk
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 10 . The Civil Aviation Committee of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan is continuously working to expand the geography of flights and increase the number of international...
India-US trade talks intensify; Delegation to visit Washington soon: Report
Asianet Newsable
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July 10, 2025
India and the US are intensifying trade talks, with virtual discussions and an upcoming in-person meeting in Washington DC. Both sides aim to finalize a trade deal, addressing both broad agreements and specific trade issues. India and the United...
US Tariffs On Kazakh Goods Prompt Tokayev To Address Trump
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 10 . President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has sent a response letter to Donald Trump regarding the imposition of tariffs on imports of Kazakh goods, Trend reports, citing the press...
Donald “Tariff” escalates global trade tensions with harsh import taxes, hits Brazil & developing nations in crackdown
Organiser Weekly
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US President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new trade tariffs on eight countries, including a steep 50 per cent tariff on Brazilian imports. The announcement was made via his Truth Social platform, where he also shared official tariff letters...
India to send trade team to Washington for fresh round of talks with US
Telengana Today
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July 10, 2025
A team from India’s Commerce Ministry is set to visit Washington for trade negotiations with the US. Talks aim to resolve tariff disputes on key sectors like dairy, autos, and steel as both nations work toward a bilateral trade pact Updated On -...
Indian trade delegation heads to Washington for final-stage talks
Awaz The Voice
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July 10, 2025
New Delhi India and the United States have stepped up their trade talks, with both sides actively engaging in virtual discussions. The government sources told ANI that an Indian trade delegation will revisit Washington DC soon for in-person...
India trade delegation heading to US for more bilateral talks, says official
Orissa Post
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July 10, 2025
New Delhi: An Indian commerce ministry team will soon visit Washington for another round of talks on the proposed trade agreement with the US to iron out differences in sectors, like agriculture and automobiles, a government official said...
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,...
Turkmen Customs Officials Gain Trade Facilitation Insights in Moldova
News Central Asia
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July 10, 2025
Three representatives from the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan participated in the regional Peer Learning Initiative, held in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova, from June 30 to July 2, 2025. The event was organized by the International Trade...
Kazakhstan’s Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative Showcases Climate and Nature Solutions in London
The Astana Times
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July 2, 2025
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative took part in London Climate Action Week from June 23 to 27, joining global leaders and changemakers to advance climate and nature solutions. The Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative team with...
India Not On Latest US Tariff List As Donald Trump Sends Letters To 20 Nations Amid Ongoing Trade Deal Talks
Free Press Journal
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July 10, 2025
New Delhi: India, which is negotiating a trade pact with the US, has not figured in the list of countries that have been issued tariff letters by the Trump administration on Wednesday so far. The decision will provide relief to Indian exporters,...
Indian economy to be benefited as US may impose lower tariffs
Mid Day Mumbai
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July 10, 2025
India could emerge as a key beneficiary of the US’s latest tariff policy, potentially facing lower tariffs than other Asia-Pacific nations, according to Arihant Capital. The report suggests this may attract more foreign investment and boost...
Kazakhstan: Inflation climbs to a near two-year high in June
FocusEconomics
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July 1, 2025
Latest reading: Inflation climbed to 11.8% in June from May’s 11.3%, marking the joint-highest rate since August 2023. The reading remained entrenched above the Central Bank’s medium-term target of 5.0%, likely fanned by a weakening tenge...
Kazakhstan Aims To Strengthen Logistics Position Across Eurasia
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 3 . President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with the country's Minister of Transport, Nurlan Sauranbayev, during which they discussed measures to further strengthen Kazakhstan's...
Development Bank of Kazakhstan Places Dollar and Tenge Eurobonds on International Markets
The Astana Times
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July 8, 2025
ASTANA – The Development Bank of Kazakhstan has placed two tranches of Eurobonds on international capital markets, including a $200 million tap of its April-issued dollar bonds and a new offering denominated in Kazakh tenge. Photo credit:...
Kazakhstan and Spain expand cooperation in the AIC
APK Inform
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Deputy Prime Minister- Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Serik Zhumangarin held negotiations with the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food of Spain, Luis Planas. The parties discussed the current state and promising...
Kazakhstan's National Bank Reveals Targets To Back Budget Via National Fund In July 2025
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 3 . The National Bank of Kazakhstan plans to sell between $600 million and $700 million from the National Fund in July 2025, Trend reports. The national regulator of Kazakhstan stated that $800...
Kazakhstan And Moldova Deepen Diplomatic Bonds Amid New Embassy Opening
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) ASTANA, Kazakhstan, July 2. President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, received Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Moldova, Mihai Popșoi, where they discussed the prospects for the...
Kazakhstan to Build 51 Medical Institutions in Karagandy Region by Year-End
The Astana Times
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July 1, 2025
ASTANA – The Kazakh government will allocate 5.9 billion tenge (US$11.3 million) from illegally withdrawn assets returned to the country to complete the construction of 51 medical facilities in the Karagandy Region by the end of this year, the...