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Zhambyl Region Advances Corn Processing Project with First Amino Acid Output

By Dana Omirgazy in Business on 6 April 2026

ASTANA – A major agro-industrial project in Kazakhstan’s Zhambyl Region has begun producing amino acids for the first time, marking a new industry for both the country and Central Asia. In the Shu district, within the Jibek Joly Special Economic Zone, construction continues on an industrial park operated by Сhinese Fufeng …

Kazakhstan Monitors Novorossiysk Incident, Exports Continue as Planned

By Dana Omirgazy in International on 6 April 2026

Meta on Youth Safety Measures, Engagement with Kazakhstan - Interview

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OPEC+ Eight Agree on Output Adjustment to Support Market Stability

By Dana Omirgazy in Business on 6 April 2026

Kazakhstan Briefs Diplomats on Regional Environmental Summit in Astana

By Dana Omirgazy in Regional Eco Summit 2026 on 6 April 2026

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By Dana Omirgazy in International on 6 April 2026

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