AGP Executive Report
Last update: 27 minutes agoEarthquake Alert: A 4.5 quake hit near Taraz on July 4 at 04:40 Astana time, with tremors felt locally. Weather & Safety: Kazakhstan braces for heavy rain, thunderstorms, hail, strong winds and extreme heat, with wildfire risk flagged across multiple regions; the PM ordered enhanced flood and mudflow preparedness. Caspian Water Crisis: Japan and UNDP pledged about $3m to help Kazakhstan tackle Caspian Sea water decline, citing major risks to logistics and ecosystems. Diplomacy: Kazakhstan’s FM attended mourning ceremonies for Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, while Kazakhstan also sent humanitarian support to Pakistan tied to education emergency efforts. Economy & Investment: President Tokayev pushed AI and digitalization at the Foreign Investors’ Council, including plans for a Data Center Valley and a digital investment platform. Business & Tech: Astana hosted the Kazakhstan–China Commodity Exhibition, featuring nearly 500 booths and talks on high-tech projects. Gold Reserves: Central banks bought 41 tonnes of gold in May, with Kazakhstan continuing its recent purchases. Politics: The Adilet Party says it’s ready for Qurultay elections under the new Constitution. Culture: Astana’s National Guard choir turned a riverboat ride into a public concert.
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