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Kazakhstan considers opening doors to migrants from Central Asia to address labor shortages Tengrinews.kz – In light of the expected labor shortage in Kazakhstan's economy, lawmakers have called for a reassessment of the country’s approach

12 December 2025 22:37

“The main thing is not to venture into the jungle“: Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry comments on Thailand-Cambodia clashes Tengrinews.kz – Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has commented on the recent border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia.

09 December 2025 22:58

China warns Japan of “firm measures” over remarks on Taiwan Tengrinews.kz – China has issued a sharp warning to Tokyo, saying it will have “no choice but to take further measures” if Japanese Prime Minister

19 November 2025 23:17

Erdogan signs new law: who can now work in Turkey without a special permit Tengrinews.kz – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has signed a decree changing the employment rules for Turkic-speaking foreigners. According

21 October 2025 14:22

Kyoto increases tourist tax, making trips more expensive for Kazakh visitors Tengrinews.kz - From 2026, visiting Kyoto, Japan, will become noticeably more expensive for travelers from Kazakhstan and other countries, following

10 October 2025 21:47

World’s highest bridge to open in China Tengrinews.kz – The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the tallest bridge in the world, will officially open to traffic on Sunday, September 28,

25 September 2025 20:43

Tourists advised to avoid flights to South Korea amid airport strike Tengrinews.kz – Travelers heading to South Korea may face major disruptions as airport workers prepare for a nationwide strike starting September

10 September 2025 20:36

Earthquake recorded 430 kilometers from Almaty Tengrinews.kz - Kazakh seismologists have reported an earthquake in China, with tremors detected on September 4 at 12:15 p.m. Astana time.

04 September 2025 15:41

Singer Psy under investigation Tengrinews.kz - South Korean rapper Psy, best known worldwide for his viral hit “Gangnam Style,” has come under investigation, citing Yonhap

28 August 2025 17:46

Erdogan comments on Azerbaijan-Russia tensions, urges restraint and dialogue Tengrinews.kz – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has addressed the escalating tensions between Azerbaijan and Russia, expressing hope

06 July 2025 19:24

Company proposes underground tunnel linking Caspian and Black Seas Tengrinews.kz - Azerbaijan’s ADOG company and the international port of Zira have unveiled an ambitious proposal to construct an underground

05 May 2025 15:52

Direct flights from Kazakhstan to Hong Kong to launch soon Tengrinews.kz - Travelers from Kazakhstan will soon be able to fly directly to Hong Kong from Astana and Almaty.

30 April 2025 10:55

Powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake shakes Istanbul Tengrinews.kz – A powerful earthquake struck Istanbul on Tuesday, with tremors felt across multiple districts.

23 April 2025 16:46

Boat explosion in Thailand: Four Kazakhstanis were on board Tengrinews.kz - Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has commented on the boat explosion in Thailand.

02 April 2025 09:28

Myanmar declares a week of mourning after earthquake kills over 2000 Tengrinews.kz - A week of national mourning has been declared in Myanmar, according to the media.

31 March 2025 19:10

Death toll rises amid devastating wildfires in South Korea Tengrinews.kz – At least 24 people have died as massive wildfires continue to ravage southeastern South Korea. The blazes, which have been burning

26 March 2025 18:08

“I’d probably wait”: Deputy urges caution for those planning to travel to Turkey Tengrinews.kz – Amid ongoing unrest in Turkey following the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, Kazakhstan’s First Deputy Foreign Minister

26 March 2025 17:34

Australia restricts access to famous mountains, replacing visits with virtual tours Tengrinews.kz - Tourists have been offered "virtual tours" of the mountains instead of real climbs, according to the Daily Mail.

25 February 2025 20:13

New coronavirus strain detected in China Tengrinews.kz – Chinese virologists have identified a new coronavirus strain in bats that has the potential to infect humans similarly to COVID-19,

21 February 2025 14:20