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Tokayev proposed that the South Korean defence corporation use Kazakhstan to enter Central Asia

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Токаев предложил южнокорейской оборонной корпорации использовать Казахстан для выхода в Центральную Азию
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met in Seoul with Kim Dong-won, Vice Chairman of Hanwha Group. The Head of State proposed that the South Korean corporation implement joint projects in Kazakhstan, using the country as a technological platform for entering the markets of Central Asia.

Students from Kyrgyzstan have apologised after the scandal involving Kenesary Khan

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Студентки из Кыргызстана извинились после скандала с Кенесары ханом
Two students from Kyrgyzstan studying in Astana on an exchange programme have apologised following the furore over their remarks about Kenesary Khan during a livestream. The young women stated that they had not intended to humiliate the Kazakh people or insult their historical memory.

A suspect in the embezzlement of 238 million tenge in subsidies has been extradited from Georgia

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Подозреваемую в хищении субсидий на 238 млн тенге экстрадировали из Грузии
A female citizen of Kazakhstan has been extradited from Georgia to face criminal prosecution in a case of repeated large-scale fraud. According to the investigation, she participated in a scheme to unlawfully obtain budget funds intended for state support of agricultural producers.

The international tournament ALTYN ORDA brought together more than 200 archers in Atyrau

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турнир ALTYN ORDA

In Atyrau, the international traditional archery tournament ALTYN ORDA is taking place, bringing together more than 200 archers from 18 countries. The competition has already become a tradition and aims to popularise traditional archery, develop the national sport, improve athletes' skills and facilitate international exchange of experience.

About 1.3 billion passengers were carried by Kazakhstani transport in January-August 2026

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Kazakhstan's transport industry increased the physical volume of services by 7.3% in January-August 2026 compared with the same period in 2025. Freight turnover grew by only 0.8%, while passenger turnover rose by 7%. Road and air transport provided the main increase in passenger traffic.

Agro Protein LLP: pseudo-activism in Akkol against the plant’s proven violations

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Галина Федюшко
On 17 August 2026, a video appeared on social media showing the "upcoming opening" of Agro Protein LLP in Akkol, although, according to government agencies as of the end of August, the plant is not officially operational. The FBK editorial team decided to investigate what exactly was being celebrated that evening and who is behind the active defence of the plant on social media.

The Housing and Utilities Department of Burabay District admitted to a violation of the law during the procurement of repairs to the KNB building.

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Remont zdania KNB
The Housing and Communal Services and Housing Inspection Department of Burabay District concluded a direct contract for the repair of the National Security Committee building in Shchuchinsk. The Department of Internal State Audit for Akmola Region identified a violation of the law on public procurement in the selection of the procurement method. The head of the department acknowledged the violation and did not appeal the fine.

Veterinarians suggest naming the "unknown disease" in Kazakhstan "Tashimov's disease".

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Doctor of Veterinary Sciences Gaisa Absatirov commented on Facebook on the cattle deaths in Atyrau Region. He noted that a diagnosis has not yet been established, but livestock are already undergoing preventive vaccination, and suggested naming unidentified diseases after the geography of the outbreak — for example, "Kenzek disease" or even "Tashimova disease".

After a request from the FB RC, the Ministry of Culture reminded Astana Airport of its obligation to respond to the media.

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Airport
The Ministry of Culture and Information (MCI) of the Republic of Kazakhstan has responded to the request from the Bureau of Journalistic Investigations (BJI) regarding its assessment of Astana airport's refusal to comment on the circumstances of its own financial reporting. The ministry indicated that the law does not require media outlets to confirm the credentials of the editor-in-chief with each request, and it has sent a recommendatory letter to the airport urging compliance with legislation.
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