Latest news in Kazakhstan? September 13th, 2026
13-09-2026
- Energy and Transit Diversification: Kazakhstan has accelerated efforts to expand alternative crude export corridors, focusing on the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (Middle Corridor) to reduce dependence on traditional transit pipelines. The Ministry of Energy confirmed plans targeting over 2.2 million tons of crude shipped via non-Russian export vectors.
- Nuclear Energy Infrastructure: Following agreements finalized at the Eastern Economic Forum, state entities and consortium partners are advancing early-stage implementation frameworks for the planned Balkhash Nuclear Power Plant in the Almaty Region. Caspian News
- Foreign Investment and Banking: Bilateral financial cooperation with the UAE expanded, with Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) announcing strategic targets to triple regional financing operations in Kazakhstan.
- Upcoming International Fixtures: The national football team has entered final training preparations ahead of their opening 2026–27 UEFA Nations League group fixtures scheduled for late September.