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Putin and Trump Discuss Russian Diesel Supplies to US
Putin and Trump discussed Russian diesel supplies, with Trump outlining a proposed delivery schedule as the US issued a temporary licence.
Navi Pillay Receives 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
Navi Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for advancing international law, promoting peace and pursuing accountability for war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide.
AIIB Secures US$1.1 Million for Green Energy Projects
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and Azerbaijan signed two grant agreements to prepare a green energy corridor and offshore wind infrastructure projects.
Study reveals profile of Kazakhstan’s startup founders
A new study presented at AI & Digital Bridge 2026 examines the age, education, experience and team structures of Kazakhstan’s startup founders.
Anne Carson wins 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature
Canadian writer Anne Carson has won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature for her bold and innovative work creating new forms of contemporary literature.
Kazakhstan and Oman: Why a New Investment and Logistics Partnership Matters for Central Asia
Kazakhstan and Oman are building closer ties around investment, energy and logistics, creating new opportunities for Central Asia.
WTO raises global merchandise trade growth forecast to 3.9%
The WTO raised its 2026 global merchandise trade growth forecast to 3.9%, citing resilient supply chains and a surge in AI-related investment.
Kagan and Soai win 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry
Henri B. Kagan and Kenso Soai have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for discovering non-linear effects and autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.
Digital Silk Road: Kazakhstan bets on AI-driven economy
Kazakhstan is positioning the Digital Silk Road as a major AI infrastructure project linking data centers, satellites, fiber optics and venture capital.
Apple ordered to pay record US$5.7 billion over haptic technology
A US jury has ordered Apple to pay US$5.7 billion after finding it infringed Taction Technology patents covering haptic feedback technology.