Kazakhstan and U.S. agree to cooperate in reduction of emissionsA memorandum of understanding on cooperation in expansion of capacities for development of an emissions reduction strategy has been signed between Kazakhstan Ministry of Environmental protection and the U.S. Government.
Petrol tank truck explodes near Rixos hotel in AlmatyThe whole block is in flames and more the 10 cars have caught fire as a result of the explosion. Things kept exploding in the area for some time after the accident.
Moody’s Investors Service on Kazkahstan’s 2013 GDPAccording to the rating agency, GDP can be maintained at 5% in 2014, with the growth depending on the giant Kashagan oilfield expected to start commercial production later this year.
Miner ENRC rejects £3.0-bn bid by Kazakh consortiumMining giant Eurasian Natural Resources Corp rejected a £3.04-billion ($4.67-billion) takeover offer from a consortium comprising the Kazakh government and the founders of ENRC.