The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan is moving to modernize its migration policy with a focus on openness, efficiency, and attracting talent.  Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balayeva described the reform as a coordinated, system-wide effort to replace a complex, restrictive model with a more flexible and accessible one. The key goal is to create a transparent… The post Kazakhstan Clarifies Shift Toward Open, Service...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – A national livestock expedition kicked off from Astana on May to mark the Unity Day of the People of Kazakhstan on May 1, launching a 16-day journey across 10 agricultural regions aimed at documenting the lives of the country’s livestock industry and laying the groundwork for its development. The project, called Dala.Camp, is… The post Kazakhstan Launches Nationwide Livestock Expedition in Reality Sh...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), the country’s state railway operator, is launching its own maritime fleet to strengthen the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), also known as the Middle Corridor, with contracts signed to build six cargo vessels.  The initiative aims to improve logistics capacity and integration across the Caspian and Black Sea corridors,… The post Kazakhstan Rail Company...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected key articles from international media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest highlights the country’s role in nuclear non-proliferation discussions, expanding regional partnerships, growing role in developing the Middle Corridor trade route, and more. Kazakhstan’s nuclear diplomacy offers lessons for the Iran crisis The Times of Central… The post N...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan celebrates People’s Unity Day on May 1 with more than 20.5 million citizens living side by side in peace and harmony under a shared shanyrak (the sacred crown of the yurt, symbolizing home and unity). The country stands as a vivid example of unity in diversity, where friendship between nations is not… The post People’s Unity Day: Where Dozens of Nations Call Kazakhstan Home appeared first ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov met with Valérie Levkov, vice president for Infrastructure at the World Bank Group, to discuss expanding cooperation and financing energy sector modernization projects. During the talks, the officials discussed the current state and prospects of strategic cooperation in the energy sector. The World Bank reaffirmed its role as… The post Kazakhstan, World...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) Review Conference opened amid rising global tensions on April 27 at United Nations Headquarters, with Kazakhstan emphasizing practical steps to strengthen nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation. The Review Conference of the States Parties to the NPT began in a complex international environment marked by regional… The post Kazakhstan Prom...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš discussed expanding bilateral cooperation during talks in Astana on April 29, with the Czech leader inviting Tokayev to visit the Czech Republic. The meeting brought together delegations from both countries to discuss a broad agenda, including trade, energy, industry and investment, reported the Akorda.  Strong… The post Tokayev, Czech PM Ba...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Bank lending in Kazakhstan has more than doubled since 2022, surpassing 43.4 trillion tenge (US$92 billion) as of April 2026, according to data from the National Bank of Kazakhstan. The report shows that a sharp increase reflects strong growth in both business and consumer lending, with household loans expanding at the fastest pace.… The post Kazakhstan’s Credit Boom Continues as Lending Surpasses $9...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan is set to launch a new supercomputer and expand its data center infrastructure as part of efforts to support large-scale artificial intelligence development, Kazakhtelecom Chair Bagdat Mussin said at an April 28 government meeting. New data centers are currently under construction across the country, with Kazakhtelecom managing the largest network in Kazakhstan,… The post Kazakhstan Expand...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy has announced a planned reallocation of 260,000 tons of oil exports following an adjustment to the Druzhba pipeline transit schedule to Germany’s Schwedt oil refinery for May. The volumes will be redirected via alternative, technically proven routes, with 100,000 tons shipped to the port of Ust-Luga and 160,000 tons… The post Kazakhstan to Reallocate Oil Exports After ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) ranked among the top five largest investors in Kazakhstan in 2025, with investment reaching nearly $1.64 billion, Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev said during talks in Abu Dhabi on April 27. As part of his official visit to the UAE, Kosherbayev met with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign… The post UAE Investment in Kazakhstan Hits $1.6 Billion as Renewables Tak...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – TotalEnergies, a global integrated energy company, has taken a final investment decision on a $1.2 billion wind and battery energy storage project in Kazakhstan, marking one of the country’s largest renewable energy initiatives to date. The Mirny project, located in the Zhambyl Region, will combine 1 gigawatt (GW) of wind capacity with a… The post TotalEnergies Approves $1.2 Billion Wind and Storage ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Long before written language became widespread, the nomadic world spoke through patterns. In Kazakh culture, ornaments were more than decoration: they carried identity, beliefs, and a way of seeing the world shaped by life in the steppe.  Ethnographer and craftswoman Bulbul Kapkyzy says traditional oyu-örnek (ornament) should be understood not as a single… The post What Kazakh Ornaments Reveal About ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ROME — Kazakhstan will host its first international film festival featuring films created using artificial intelligence, the Astana AI Film Festival (AAIFF 2026).  Applications for its global short film competition will open in May, organizers announced at a press conference in the capital on April 22. The festival will center on an international competition of… The post Astana AI Film Festival Opens Global C...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan will host the Astana AI Film Festival this fall, another landmark international event, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during his visit to the Alem.ai International Artificial Intelligence Center on April 24, highlighting the country’s ambition to position itself as a global hub for digital innovation. During the visit, Tokayev launched the Astana Smart… The post Astana to Host AI Fil...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected key articles from international media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest highlights the Regional Ecological Summit, domestic political reforms, the Middle Corridor, and other key developments. Kazakhstan President Tokayev’s Antalya message and the rise of the ‘The World Is Bigger Than Five’ approach EU Reporter published… The post News Digest: ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — The National Bank of Kazakhstan kept its base rate at 18.0% per annum, with a corridor of plus or minus 1 percentage point, according to the bank’s statement released on April 24. Annual inflation slowed to 11.0% in March from 11.7% in February. Food inflation eased to 11.7% from 12.7%, non-food inflation to… The post Kazakhstan Holds Base Rate at 18% as Inflation Eases But Risks Persist appeared fir...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – The Caspian Sea has dropped by around two meters since the 1990s, highlighting the scale of environmental challenges facing the region, officials said at an April 23 panel session on the Tehran Convention held as part of the Regional Ecological Summit 2026 (RES)  in Astana. Discussions centered on the worsening environmental situation in… The post Caspian Sea Decline Raises Alarm at Tehran Convention...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Transit volumes along the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) have tripled over the past five years, as Kazakhstan continues to invest in port infrastructure and logistics capacity, officials said during a working visit to the Mangystau Region. Nurzhan Kelbuganov, chairman of the railway and water transport committee under the Transport Ministry, reviewed progress… The post Transit Alo...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Seven OPEC+ countries will implement a combined 188,000 barrels per day production adjustment in June to support market stability, with Kazakhstan’s output set at 1.599 million barrels per day, up by 10,000 barrels per day. Algeria, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Oman, Russia, and Saudi Arabia met virtually on May 3 to review global market… The post OPEC+ Seven Agree 188,000 bpd Output Adjustment for June...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – American traveler Connor, known to his followers as Connor Camperghini, has stopped in Kazakhstan as part of a nearly three-year global road journey, bringing his unconventional lifestyle to the country’s roads and landscapes. Driving and living in a $200,000 Lamborghini Urus, the Colorado native is documenting his route across continents, with Kazakhstan becoming… The post Across Steppes in Lamborgh...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – The Almaty Children’s Science Museum (ACSM), Central Asia’s first museum of this kind, is now in the final stage of preparation. It will open its doors in June, transforming a long-abandoned site in the city center into a major educational and public space. The project, developed with international partners, is expected to become… The post Central Asia’s First Kids Science Museum to Open in Almaty Th...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – At first look, art and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) may appear to be from opposite worlds: one  driven by creativity and imagination, the other by policy frameworks and quantitative targets. A new exhibition at Maqsut Narikbayev University (MNU) hosted by the Austrian Embassy in Astana is built directly on this crossroads. The Austrian… The post Austrian Exhibition Opens in Astana, Promotes A...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov paid an official visit to Kazakhstan on April 30 and was received by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and held talks with the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev. The discussions focused on preparations for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s upcoming state visit to Kazakhstan, scheduled for late May.… The post Russian FM Visits Astana, D...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — The Kazakh city of Aktau has been designated the tourism capital of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) for 2030, marking a major step in boosting its international profile. The decision was approved during the 7th Meeting of Tourism Ministers of ECO member states and confirmed at the 9th Meeting of the High-Level Experts… The post Aktau Named Economic Cooperation Organization’s Tourism Capit...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan launched a new housing initiative on April 29 aimed at improving access to safe, affordable housing for vulnerable groups and advancing broader housing policy reforms. The three-year project, called Shanyraq: Partnerships for Stronger Communities and the Right to Accessible Housing for All, is supported by the European Union and implemented by the… The post Partnership Project to Expand Af...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with leading global agricultural machinery manufacturers from Europe, Canada and the United States on April 27, resulting in new agreements to localize production in Kazakhstan, as the government steps up efforts to boost domestic manufacturing and reduce import dependence. The talks focused on expanding industrial cooperation, transferring… The post Ka...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY— Trade between Kazakhstan and the Czech Republic reached $705 million in 2025, marking a 13% increase year-on-year, as the two countries moved to deepen economic and investment cooperation during high-level talks in Astana on April 28.  Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with his Czech counterpart Andrej Babiš, who arrived in the capital on… The post Kazakhstan and Czech Republic Scale Up Econom...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan is preparing to adopt the large-scale digitalization strategy Digital Qazaqstan, which will define the long-term vision for artificial intelligence (AI) and digital transformation, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov said at an April 28 government meeting. The strategy aims to coordinate nationwide efforts on digitalization and the widespread introduction of AI technologies. Bektenov stressed… ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Isaac Herzog held talks on March 27 during the Israeli president’s official visit, focusing on trade, technology and regional matters. Tokayev reiterated Kazakhstan’s decision to join the Abraham Accords, linking the move to efforts to support regional stability and expand international engagement. The officials discussed bilateral trade, investment, and cooperation… The pos...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Countries participating in the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), also known as the Middle Corridor, plan to increase container traffic, including up to 600 container trains from China through Kazakhstan in 2026, following agreements reached at a meeting in Astana on April 24.  The decisions were adopted during sessions of the International Association… The post Middle Corridor Targe...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan and Türkiye will allow the transit of military cargo and personnel through each other’s airspace following the ratification of a bilateral agreement by Kazakhstan’s Senate (Parliament’s upper chamber) on April 23.  The agreement establishes a legal framework for the mutual use of airspace to transport military personnel, equipment, and cargo and aims… The post Kazakhstan, Türkiye Open Airs...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — New mobility solutions are seen as one of the tools to reduce emissions while maintaining economic growth. As part of the public talk at Regional Ecological Summit 2026 EXPO, China’s company Li Auto presented its approach to transport using new energy sources in Central Asia. In an interview with The Astana Times, Zuomin… The post Chinese Auto Company Advances New Solutions for Energy Transition in C...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the Sultanate of Oman have strengthened bilateral ties by signing an investment cooperation agreement and outlining plans to expand collaboration across key sectors. During the talks on April 24, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and Oman’s Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham Al Said, discussed ways to boost… The post Kazakhstan, Oman Deepen Investment ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan is strengthening its position as a key Eurasian transport and logistics hub through large-scale railway expansion, digital modernization, and growing investment in international transit corridors. At the 40th Conference of General Directors of the Railway Cooperation Organization (OSJD), Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov outlined the country’s long-term strategy to leverage its geographic pos...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Consultations on establishing an International Water Organization under the auspices of the United Nations (UN), an initiative put forward by Kazakhstan, commenced on April 23 as part of the Regional Ecological Summit (RES) 2026, launching a formal process to strengthen global water governance. Participants exchanged views on the future of water governance, including… The post Talks Begin on Kazakhst...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Central Asia is entering a decisive phase in its response to climate change, with experts warning that while governments increasingly understand the scale of the risks, the real challenge now lies in turning commitments into coordinated action. “The companies and communities in Central Asia know very well what the problems are. But they… The post Central Asia Knows Climate Risks, but Acting on Them i...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Almaty will host a Regional Capacity Development Center of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) serving the Caucasus, Central Asia, and Mongolia, as Kazakhstan’s Senate  (Parliament’s upper chamber) ratified the agreement on April 23.  The center will support countries in the region in strengthening public institutions and enhancing the skills of government officials, senate… The post Almaty to Host...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan marks National Book Day and Librarians’ Day on April 23, highlighting the growing role of reading culture and the modernization of library services across the country. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed the nation, emphasizing the importance of preserving a strong reading culture in the digital age, reported the Akorda.  “A culture of reading,… The post Kazakhstan Celebrates April 2...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Tamás Jakkel, president of the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) on April 30, to discuss prospects for cooperation in developing domestic dog breeding and preserving a sustainable breed gene pool. Jakkel described the meeting as “constructive and positive,” saying the talks also focused on responsible dog breeding and… The post Kazakhstan, FCI...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — In Kazakh culture, grief has traditionally been a collective experience, shaped by shared rituals and community support. But do these practices continue to define how people cope with loss today? Despite changes in daily life, many of these traditions remain visible, particularly in how communities gather around families during times of loss. The… The post Traditions That Help Kazakhs Cope With Loss ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ROME — A study to measure artificial intelligence capacity in Central Eurasia and guide investment and policy decisions was introduced at a conference hosted by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Kuo Sharper Center for Prosperity and Entrepreneurship in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on April 23. The study introduces a methodology to assess how countries build and… The post MIT Study Maps AI Capacity ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan is positioning itself among the first countries globally to integrate artificial intelligence into its education system through a partnership with OpenAI, in what officials describe as a long-term investment in national capabilities. “Kazakhstan is among those first countries globally to embark upon a collaboration with OpenAI on the frontier of education,” said… The post Kazakhstan Moves ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan will host GITEX AI Central Asia & Caucasus on May 4-5 in Almaty, marking the country’s largest international technology forum to date. The event will bring together over 600 exhibitors from more than 60 countries and more than 10,000 participants, focusing on artificial intelligence, fintech, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, and e-government as Kazakhstan… The post GITEX AI 2026 to Spotl...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kicking off May, a series of cultural events highlight themes of unity, music, and togetherness. With Unity Day observed on May 1, the weekend will come alive with concerts and performances across the city. The Astana Times has curated a selection of entertaining activities to help you enjoy quality time with loved ones… The post Start of May: Cultural and Entertainment Highlights to Discover This We...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) presented new cross-border financing opportunities, including the expansion of yuan-denominated panda bonds, at a business forum in Shanghai on April 28 aimed at strengthening economic ties between Kazakhstan and China. The event, AIFC Connect: Shanghai 2026, held in partnership with the Shanghai Stock Exchange, brought together more… The post AIFC Sho...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan does not plan to change its format of participation in the OPEC+ alliance, the country’s Energy Ministry said on April 29, reaffirming its commitment to existing cooperation mechanisms. “At present, the question of changing the country’s participation format in the alliance is not on the agenda,” reads the ministry’s statement. The clarification… The post Kazakhstan Has No Plans to Change ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan is celebrating the 120th anniversary of Ahmet Zhubanov, a composer, conductor, musicologist and scholar who helped shape Kazakhstan’s professional music. Born on April 29, 1906, in today’s Aktobe Region, he turned folk melodies, dombyra traditions and scholarly research into a foundation for national musical institutions.  Zhubanov, a People’s Artist of the Kazakh… The post Zhubanov’s 120t...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan is accelerating the adoption of artificial intelligence across key sectors, including healthcare, transport, and energy, with early results showing improved efficiency, reduced costs, and better public services, officials said at an April 28 government meeting. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of AI and Digital Development Zhaslan Madiyev reported that more than 50… The post Kazakhstan E...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan ranked 29th globally for air pollution in 2025, with fine particulate matter (PM2.5) levels nearly five times above World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, highlighting persistent environmental and public health challenges. PM2.5 refers to microscopic airborne particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs and bloodstream, increasing the risk of respiratory and cardiovascular… The po...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – A 76-year-old Kazakh traveler, Sarsenbai Kotyrashov, was officially welcomed at UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris on April 24, marking a milestone in his multi-year journey across Eurasia on foot.  Kotyrashov, a resident of the Ulytau Region, has spent the past three years traveling across Kazakhstan and beyond, covering countries including Mongolia, China, Russia, Georgia,… The post 76-Year-Old Kazakh ...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ALMATY – Kazakhstan and Qatar discussed expanding cooperation in energy, gas processing, and transport logistics, including increased transit via the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), during talks held on April 26 in Doha, Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev said following meetings with Qatari officials and business leaders. The discussions highlighted areas of cooperation, part...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Although nomadic society lacked formal statistical systems, Kazakhs developed their own methods to estimate population size. Instead of precise figures, they relied on social and administrative units such as ulus (state), ru (clan) and shanyrak (household), forming a system adapted to the realities of steppe life. According to Berikbai Karibayev, the Doctor of… The post How Kazakh Khanate Estimated P...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan unveiled an investment platform to drive just energy transition on April 23 as part of the Regional Ecological Summit in the capital, positioning it as a cornerstone of the country’s climate and economic strategy. The initiative, known as QaJET, aims to accelerate the shift to cleaner energy by adding 10 gigawatts of… The post Kazakhstan Unveils Investment Platform to Drive Energy Transiti...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – As the weekend approaches, Astana and Almaty are set to welcome a vibrant mix of cultural and entertainment events. Whether you are interested in theater, concert or exhibitions, this weekend has something for everyone. The editorial team of The Astana Times has selected the line-up of events to enjoy with your loved ones.… The post From Pages to Pitch: Book Fair, Ballet and Football Bring Weekend to...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Air pollution in Central Asia remains a serious and growing challenge driven by both human activity and natural factors. Governments across the region increasingly recognize that coordinated, science-based approaches are essential to improving air quality and protecting public health. Building on the first High-Level Regional Policy Dialogue in 2024 in Tashkent, the second… The post Central Asia Intr...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan is no longer aiming simply to feed itself. It is positioning its agricultural sector as a regional export engine, according to Vice Minister of Agriculture Yerbol Taszhurekov, speaking at a thematic session on the second day of the Regional Ecological Summit (RES-2026) on April 23.  Taszhurekov framed the shift in blunt economic… The post Kazakhstan Moves Beyond Self-Sufficiency as Central...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. I am delighted to be back in Astana this week. At the kind invitation of President Tokayev, I’m pleased to be joining leaders from across the region to discuss challenges that are critical to the people of Central Asia.  Central Asia is rich in potential. But the region also faces formidable challenges driven by changing… The post OSCE, Kazakhstan, and Central Asia: a Partnership for Ecological Resilience app...

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Senior officials and international experts convened this week at the Regional Ecological Summit with a clear and unified message: the global community has a sufficient understanding of its environmental challenges. What is now required is a decisive shift toward results. Central Asia as emerging climate actor “We don’t want to discuss the problems… The post Central Asia Steps Up as Climate Debate Mov...