💬 The President of Kazakhstan noted that Central Asia is vulnerable to climate change, with temperatures rising twice as fast as the global average. This leads to desertification and water shortages

💧 The region requires international support for implementing water-saving technologies and hydrological monitoring.

⏺ Kazakhstan is promoting the creation of a Central Asian water-energy partnership and announced the establishment of the International Biodiversity Fund under the President’s office.

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🇰🇿🔐 New QR code system in Kazakhstan to protect tourists from scams

👨‍💻Kazakhstan has launched a QR code system to protect tourists from scams related to taxis, SIM cards, and currency exchange. According to Tourism and Sports Minister Yerbol Myrzabossynov, the codes provide access to eSIMs, hotel bookings, and travel information.

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💬 Zhaslan Madiyev, Minister of Digital Development of Kazakhstan, shared plans to showcase local AI projects and digital transformation initiatives to the Slovenian delegation, aiming to open opportunities for Kazakh startups in Slovenia and the wider EU market

📹Watch the full episode of the program "Reporter with President" at the link

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🇺🇸🗣“I have a great relationship with Erdogan — he likes me, I like him”, said Donald Trump

Donald Trump highlighted his strong ties with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and said he is ready to help settle disagreements between Türkiye and Israel, as long as both parties act reasonably. He made this comment during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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🇰🇿🇸🇮Summing up the high-level negotiations, the Kazakh President expressed confidence in the future of the Kazakhstan-Slovenia partnership

✍️An agreement was reached on the implementation of new projects in mining, green energy, the nuclear industry, digitalization and innovation, healthcare, and tourism.

🤝 One of the priority tasks is to expand contacts between the business circles of both countries.

📹Watch the full episode at the link

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🇰🇿🇮🇱Kazakh President receives Israeli Knesset Speaker

The Head of State emphasized that the visit of the Israeli parliamentary leader to Kazakhstan reaffirms the shared commitment to strengthening Kazakh-Israeli relations.

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🤔 ADB, AIIB and three Central Asian countries lay groundwork for Caspian green energy corridor

✍️ Last week, the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), and the energy ministries of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to support the preparation of a feasibility study for the Caspian Green Energy Corridor project.

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🔵Kazakhstan elected to UN Commission on Narcotic Drugs

During the elections at the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) meeting in New York, Kazakhstan received the majority of the votes. The country’s election reflects the international community’s acknowledgment of its proactive stance against drug trafficking.

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🌍❔How space debris became the biggest threat to space exploration?

🛰 Over 39,000 objects, including satellites and debris, are currently in orbit.

🗑The growing debris threatens spacecraft and could render low Earth orbit unusable due to the Kessler effect.

🔎ESA is addressing the issue by requiring satellites to deorbit within five years and promoting controlled reentries. New technologies are being developed to remove debris actively. Without action, ESA predicts up to 800 catastrophic collisions over the next 100 years.

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🇺🇸Trump freezes global tariffs for 90 Days

President Trump has ordered a 90-day suspension and reduction of global tariffs, aiming to stabilize markets after historic losses. The move excludes one major trade partner and signals a bold shift in U.S. trade policy. Markets are already reacting.

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🇰🇿👨‍🔬 The President expressed his sincere gratitude to the participants of the meeting successfully working in various spheres of science, and contributing to the country’s prosperity

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🇰🇿🇳🇱Kazakhstan, Netherlands expand partnership in agriculture

🚜The Netherlands is ready to share its latest achievements and scientific developments with domestic agricultural producers, including expertise in water- and energy-saving technologies, greenhouses, and adapted crops.

📤 Foreign experts are confident that Kazakhstan has the potential to become one of the leaders in the global food market.

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🌍💩How is Central Asia tackling air pollution?

🏭 In Kazakhstan, the actual volume of pollutant emissions in 2023 amounted to 2.5 million tons: 37% from the energy sector, 30% from the mining and metallurgy sector, and 20% from oil extraction.

♻️ Launched in spring 2024 at the initiative of President Tokayev, the “Taza Kazakhstan” campaign led to the planting of 1.6 million trees, the collection of 1.1 million tons of waste, and engaged 6.2 million people in environmental activities.

🌳Significant attention is being given to greening efforts and the creation of "green belts" around cities.

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👶 3-year-old from Atyrau receives presidential thanks for inspiring cleanup gesture

🗑A video of little Dinmukhamed, just 3 years old, cleaning up after the Oraza Ait celebration in Atyrau went viral, showcasing a powerful act of environmental responsibility.

✉ In recognition of his heartfelt gesture, he and his family were personally thanked by regional Akim Serik Shapkenov and received an official letter of gratitude from the President of Kazakhstan.

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🤔 Kazakh President participates in scientists' award ceremony

In today's era of rapid technological advancement, systemic research and knowledge are crucial. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized this during a meeting with domestic scientists, congratulating them on Science Workers Day.

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🇨🇳🇺🇸 China strikes back: 125% Tariff on U.S. imports announced

📊 In a bold response to Washington’s latest trade move, China will raise additional tariffs on U.S. imports to 125%, according to the State Council's Customs Tariff Commission.

💬 As previously reported, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a 90-day temporary pause on reciprocal tariffs for all countries except China.

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❔ Trump trade war: What's going on?

🇺🇸Trump has imposed high tariffs on goods from China and other countries to reduce the U.S. trade deficit and shift towards protectionism.

🇨🇳A 90-day pause has been announced for most countries, but China is excluded. This has caused market instability and increased prices globally.

📊 China has hit back with its own tariffs, raising taxes on U.S. imports and finding ways to bypass U.S. tariffs through other countries.

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📊 Tokayev: tariff wars will inevitably impact Kazakhstan

🇺🇸The Head of State noted that although a 90-day moratorium on U.S. tariff hikes is currently in effect, the situation remains highly unstable.

✔He emphasized that the government is closely monitoring developments and taking the necessary steps to mitigate risks to the national economy.

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🌏📊 President Tokayev held emergency meeting amid global market turmoil

⚠️ Amid falling commodity prices, President Tokayev instructed the government to finalize an urgent anti-crisis plan.

📈 The Head of State emphasized that, despite current challenges, Kazakhstan’s core economic development priorities must continue to advance.

🔔Reminder: On April 9, the price of crude oil fell below $60 per barrel for the first time since 2021.

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