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Students and parents flout a ban on excessive celebrations.

The first US envoy to independent Kazakhstan recalls the embassy’s early days.

Astana joins an EU program to help promote a green transition.

Protesters feel government compensation isn’t enough to rebuild

Dealers grapple with uncertainty as country strives to remain a re-export hub.

The European Union seen as the primary export market.

Activists say more needs to happen to combat domestic violence.

Authorities trying to corral fake news on social media.

Tajik nationals bear brunt of security sweeps.

Non-profit experts contend that lax standards undermine the bank’s goals.

Maximizing the benefits of Russia’s surprising exodus.

Kazakh juries deliberate differently than in the West.

Administrative cases against bloggers highlights quandary for officials.

Agreements mark baby steps toward formation of a free-trade zone.

Government vows to rebuild and compensate for lost property.

Regional economies experiencing “multiple headwinds.”

The Great Game’s got a new name.

Brutal assault caught on camera prompts changes.

Warfare is catalyzing an expansion of authoritarian practices.

Coal addiction in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan fuels regional global warming conundrum.

A partner post from Mediazona.

Book undermines Putin’s claim that Kazakhstan never enjoyed statehood before 1991.

Growing bilateral ties raise hopes for trans-Caspian trade route.

Astana doesn’t want to send signals that might be seen as endorsing Russian aggression.

Virginity tests administered without consent.