
“The main trap of patriarchy is self-doubt and fear”
Erden Zikibay discusses sexism, male privilege, and the good but silent majority, as well as why feminism represents a vaccine against violence.

The Week in Kazakhstan: Revolving Doors
Former minister of justice arrested, wealthy businessman to be freed from prison.

“The Caspian Sea Can Have an Impact on the Climate of the Northern Hemisphere”
A conversation between climate and water scientists on the state of the Caspian Sea

The Week in Kazakhstan: Still Burning
Kazakhstan’s government is assessing a number of open questions, from fires at gas fields and coal mines to a potential arbitrage with oil companies

A Methane Leak Continues Unbridled in Western Kazakhstan
Detected by satellites after an accident at a gas field months ago, the leak has not been stopped yet

Civilians Caught in the Crossfire as Israel-Palestine Conflict Escalates
The UN reports of more than 400,000 people displaced

The Week in Kazakhstan: The Nationalization Shuffle
An oil company and a power plant become property of the state. KASE and AIX to merge.

The Week in Kazakhstan: Not Now
The government wants to control the saiga antelope population, landmark projects are postponed.

“We want to help Kazakhstan fulfill its green potential”
An exclusive interview with Leo Docherty, UK Minister for Europe

Between Multi-Vectorism and Russia
A new registry of individuals and entities that receive foreign funding could become a stain in Kazakhstan’s international reputation.

The Week in Kazakhstan: Let There Be Light
Tokayev meets with Scholz in Germany, promises Kazakhstan will stand by the sanctions regime against Russia

Kosshy, the Dormitory Outside Kazakhstan’s Capital
How the life of Kosshy residents changed since the village became a city

The Week in Kazakhstan: Carrots and Sticks
Nazarbayev’s nephew under investigation for abuse of power, archival records of 2.4 million victims of political repression are declassified.

The Week in Kazakhstan: Enter Taxman
Tokayev lays the groundwork for a domestic business development strategy, Jusan Bank buys a stake in Kazakhtelecom.

Why Does Sinophobia Remain Strong in Kazakhstan?
Fear about China is also fueled by government errors, researchers argue

As Kloop Media Faces a Lawsuit, Kyrgyzstan Risks Becoming ‘Zombified’
A court filing produces another serious blow against freedom of expression in Kyrgyzstan.

The Week in Kazakhstan: Low Income, High Pressure
New Central Bank chief and several new ministers appointed. Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan regulate gas pipelines.

The BRI Turns Ten, China-Kazakhstan Relations Improve
Kazakhstan remains one of the main avenues in China’s foreign policy

Shifting Tides: Do Kazakhs Still Like Russia?
A new survey shows that fewer people in Kazakhstan view Russia “favorably”
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