AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTrade and Connectivity: Marco Rubio said the US plans to upgrade Trans-Caspian route infrastructure to improve access to American and Central Asian markets, as Washington steps up regional trade ties. Digital Infrastructure: Kazakhstan’s planned AI data-center hub in Ekibastuz is designed to reach 1 GW of capacity; its first 50 MW facility is expected to open in 2027. Beeline Kazakhstan has also launched Starlink Mobile, part of a service used by 11 million VEON customers across Kazakhstan, Ukraine and Bangladesh. Health and Security: Kazakhstan has tightened border screening for mpox, though officials say the risk of wider spread is low. Authorities also detained 13 Chinese citizens accused of running an international internet-fraud operation from the country. Economy: The Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development raised its 2027 growth forecast for Kazakhstan to 5%, while warning that strong demand and fiscal stimulus could keep inflation elevated. Sport: Kazakh para shooter Yerkin Gabbasov won Asian Para Games gold with a record score, while wrestler Merey Bazarbayev claimed the U23 world title.
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