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A metallurgical plant will be built in the Zhetysu region

A metallurgical plant will be built in the Zhetysu region

The cost of the project is 1.3 trillion tenge, the company plans to create more than 2,000 jobs.

Kazatomprom and Siemens will cooperate in the field of digitalization and automation

Kazatomprom and Siemens will cooperate in the field of digitalization and automation

KAZ Minerals increased copper production by 7%

KAZ Minerals increased copper production by 7%

Ministry of Industry: The deal between the government and ArcelorMittal is approaching its final stage

Aurora Geophysics completed a vector induced polarization survey in Aktobe region.

In Kazakhstan, a number of companies have been given the exclusive right to export certain types of coal

In Kazakhstan, a number of companies have been given the exclusive right to export certain types of coal

The transfer of ArcelorMittal Temirtau to the Kazakh investor will be completed by the end of November – Smailov

The transfer of ArcelorMittal Temirtau to the Kazakh investor will be completed by the end of November – Smailov

Refinery “Tau-Ken Altyn” launched a new workshop for processing industrial waste

Refinery “Tau-Ken Altyn” launched a new workshop for processing industrial waste

Kazatomprom will supply uranium to China

Kazatomprom will supply uranium to China

ERG intends to increase the share of Kazakhstani content to 80%

ERG intends to increase the share of Kazakhstani content to 80%

Kazzinc is considering the development of the Shalkiya field

Kazzinc is considering the development of the Shalkiya field

A new plant for the production of special coke was presented in Kazakhstan

A new plant for the production of special coke was presented in Kazakhstan

The search for lithium is being intensified in three regions of Kazakhstan

The search for lithium is being intensified in three regions of Kazakhstan

Tau-Ken Samruk will receive a grant from the EU and EBRD for projects in the field of rare and critical metals

Tau-Ken Samruk will receive a grant from the EU and EBRD for projects in the field of rare and critical metals

Polymetal: direct access to the Shanghai Gold Exchange is still limited

Polymetal: direct access to the Shanghai Gold Exchange is still limited

Kazakhstan and France intend to begin development of a uranium deposit in South Tortkuduk

Kazakhstan and France intend to begin development of a uranium deposit in South Tortkuduk

Who can become a new investor in ArcelorMittal Temirtau?

Who can become a new investor in ArcelorMittal Temirtau?

Kyrgyzstan’s black coal import from Kazakhstan drops

Kyrgyzstan’s black coal import from Kazakhstan drops

Kazatomprom agreed to export uranium to China

Kazatomprom agreed to export uranium to China

Orano is investing up to $500 million in uranium mining in Uzbekistan

Orano is investing up to $500 million in uranium mining in Uzbekistan

The British Anglo Asian Mining has received permission to resume activities in Gedabek

The British Anglo Asian Mining has received permission to resume activities in Gedabek

The head of Polymetal commented on ArcelorMittal’s departure from Kazakhstan

The head of Polymetal commented on ArcelorMittal’s departure from Kazakhstan

France’s Strategic Pivot to Central Asia: Strengthening Ties with Uzbekistan and Shaping Regional Dynamics

France’s Strategic Pivot to Central Asia: Strengthening Ties with Uzbekistan and Shaping Regional Dynamics

Canadian Cameco will increase uranium production next year

Canadian Cameco will increase uranium production next year

Fire at ArcelorMittal’s coal mine in Kazakhstan kills 45 people

Fire at ArcelorMittal’s coal mine in Kazakhstan kills 45 people

Kazakhstan may receive uranium enrichment technology from French Orano

Kazakhstan may receive uranium enrichment technology from French Orano

Kazakhstan proposed creating a Council of Turkic “green” finance – Tokayev

Policies and Regulation

Kazakhstan proposed creating a Council of Turkic “green” finance – Tokayev

Why France’s Emmanuel Macron is courting Central Asia

Why France’s Emmanuel Macron is courting Central Asia

Kazakh Government to Finalize Nationalization Deal on ArcelorMittal This Month

Kazakh Government to Finalize Nationalization Deal on ArcelorMittal This Month

France is determined to gain access to Central Asia’s uranium – Azerbaijan’s key role in transit

France is determined to gain access to Central Asia’s uranium – Azerbaijan’s key role in transit

Kazakhstan has developed a comprehensive plan for the development of rare and rare earth metals for five years

Kazakhstan has developed a comprehensive plan for the development of rare and rare earth metals for five years

Kazakhstan proposes to deduct expenses for unsuccessful geological exploration for tax purposes

Policies and Regulation

Kazakhstan proposes to deduct expenses for unsuccessful geological exploration for tax purposes

The suspension of the Sotk Mine has had a negative impact on Armenia’s economy

The suspension of the Sotk Mine has had a negative impact on Armenia’s economy

The government is not considering the involvement of foreign investors in AMT after nationalization

The government is not considering the involvement of foreign investors in AMT after nationalization

Tokaev instructed to terminate cooperation with “ArcelorMittal Temirtau”

Tokaev instructed to terminate cooperation with “ArcelorMittal Temirtau”

Tulegen Mukhanov: “The future of geological exploration is our national priority”

Tulegen Mukhanov: “The future of geological exploration is our national priority”

Death toll rises to 45 in ArcelorMittal Kazakh coal mine fire

Death toll rises to 45 in ArcelorMittal Kazakh coal mine fire

In Kazakhstan, there is a proposal to allow the development of mining waste within populated areas.

In Kazakhstan, there is a proposal to allow the development of mining waste within populated areas.

Kazakhstan and the European Union are expanding opportunities for the development of the critical raw minerals sector

Kazakhstan and the European Union are expanding opportunities for the development of the critical raw minerals sector

Kazakhstan proposes to allow the development of mining waste in populated areas

Policies and Regulation

Kazakhstan proposes to allow the development of mining waste in populated areas

Tax authorities of Kazakhstan are putting pressure on mining and metallurgical companies and have increased the mineral extraction tax to 30-50% – specialized association

Tax authorities of Kazakhstan are putting pressure on mining and metallurgical companies and have increased the mineral extraction tax to 30-50% – specialized association

The ban on the export of coal by road transport in Kazakhstan will be extended

The ban on the export of coal by road transport in Kazakhstan will be extended

Tajikistan: “Green Economy Strategy”

Tajikistan: “Green Economy Strategy”

The unprofitable “Bast” requested a loan from the Development Bank of Kazakhstan

The unprofitable “Bast” requested a loan from the Development Bank of Kazakhstan

In the nine months of 2023, revenues from Kumtor amounted to nearly 20.5 billion soms

In the nine months of 2023, revenues from Kumtor amounted to nearly 20.5 billion soms

Ivanhoe founder Robert Friedland awarded Mongolia’s Order of the Polar Star

Ivanhoe founder Robert Friedland awarded Mongolia’s Order of the Polar Star

The volume of gold and foreign currency reserves in Uzbekistan has been announced

The volume of gold and foreign currency reserves in Uzbekistan has been announced

Chaarat Gold Holdings Ltd. will focus on the development of assets in the Kyrgyz Republic

Chaarat Gold Holdings Ltd. will focus on the development of assets in the Kyrgyz Republic

Anglo Asian Mining plc reduced its gold production in Azerbaijan by 41% from January to September

Anglo Asian Mining plc reduced its gold production in Azerbaijan by 41% from January to September

NGMK Revises Profit Forecast and Implements “Strict Economy Mode” Following Government Directive

NGMK Revises Profit Forecast and Implements “Strict Economy Mode” Following Government Directive

The Kazakhstan Mining Chamber disagreed with the resolution of the five geologists

Policies and Regulation

The Kazakhstan Mining Chamber disagreed with the resolution of the five geologists

How does the environmental agenda affect Kazakhstan’s industry?

How does the environmental agenda affect Kazakhstan’s industry?

The Ministry of Industry of Kazakhstan has published several subsoil use contracts

Policies and Regulation

The Ministry of Industry of Kazakhstan has published several subsoil use contracts

Eramet rues timid European banks, sees lithium plant costing $1.5 billion

Eramet rues timid European banks, sees lithium plant costing $1.5 billion

ERG’s subsidiary will engage in geological exploration in the Karaganda Region

ERG’s subsidiary will engage in geological exploration in the Karaganda Region

KAZ Minerals reduced copper production in the Eastern region and at Bozymchak

KAZ Minerals reduced copper production in the Eastern region and at Bozymchak

Kazatomprom to end uranium production cuts in 2025

Kazatomprom to end uranium production cuts in 2025

Kazakhstani National Geological Servey will receive assistance in avoiding mistakes

Kazakhstani National Geological Servey will receive assistance in avoiding mistakes

Anglo Asian Mining may secure a loan to fulfill its obligations

Anglo Asian Mining may secure a loan to fulfill its obligations

Kazakhstan Chamber of Mines Established to Foster Responsible Mining Practices and Investment Climate

Kazakhstan Chamber of Mines Established to Foster Responsible Mining Practices and Investment Climate

Independent expert Telman Shuriev: Increasing the area of geological and geophysical exploration is a strategic task

Policies and Regulation

Independent expert Telman Shuriev: Increasing the area of geological and geophysical exploration is a strategic task

Gold miner may revive London listing after Russian asset sale

Gold miner may revive London listing after Russian asset sale

C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue with Central Asian countries

Policies and Regulation

C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue with Central Asian countries

Many society organisations are calling on the EBRD to reconsider its approach to mining investments

Many society organisations are calling on the EBRD to reconsider its approach to mining investments

Getech : Supports Asian Battery Minerals in Nickel Exploration in Mongolia

Getech : Supports Asian Battery Minerals in Nickel Exploration in Mongolia

Government Ready to Collaborate with Businesses to Solve Kyrgyzstan’s Mining Issues

Government Ready to Collaborate with Businesses to Solve Kyrgyzstan’s Mining Issues

American Air Products to Invest $10 Billion in Projects in Uzbekistan

American Air Products to Invest $10 Billion in Projects in Uzbekistan

American Air Products to Invest $10 Billion in Projects in Uzbekistan

American Air Products to Invest $10 Billion in Projects in Uzbekistan

Korean companies are interested in projects related to engineering, mining, and nuclear energy

Policies and Regulation

Korean companies are interested in projects related to engineering, mining, and nuclear energy

How much gold is left at the largest Vasilkovsky deposit in Kazakhstan

How much gold is left at the largest Vasilkovsky deposit in Kazakhstan

Kazatomprom Plans to Increase Uranium Exports via Middle Corridor

Kazatomprom Plans to Increase Uranium Exports via Middle Corridor

Kazgeology Becomes Subsidiary of Tau-Ken Samruk, 100% Voting Shares Transferred

Kazgeology Becomes Subsidiary of Tau-Ken Samruk, 100% Voting Shares Transferred

What Does the Abandoned Kutessay-II Rare Earth Elements Deposit Look Like Now?

What Does the Abandoned Kutessay-II Rare Earth Elements Deposit Look Like Now?

The perception of the population regarding the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kyrgyzstan

The perception of the population regarding the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kyrgyzstan

The first geological cluster construction project in Kazakhstan is being implemented in the Ulytau region

The first geological cluster construction project in Kazakhstan is being implemented in the Ulytau region

The coal from “Shubarkol Komir” is stockpiling in warehouses

The coal from “Shubarkol Komir” is stockpiling in warehouses

New Procedure for Applying for Mining Licenses in Kazakhstan

Policies and Regulation

New Procedure for Applying for Mining Licenses in Kazakhstan

Geological exploration only online

Policies and Regulation

Geological exploration only online

The distinguished head of state of Kazakhstan had the honor of receiving Jacob Stausholm, the Chief Executive Officer of Rio Tinto

The distinguished head of state of Kazakhstan had the honor of receiving Jacob Stausholm, the Chief Executive Officer of Rio Tinto

Kumtor Gold Company is launching a plant for tire restoration and recycling

Kumtor Gold Company is launching a plant for tire restoration and recycling

Kazakhstan, a land rich in natural resources, is set to put up 12 plots containing rare earth metal deposits for auction

Kazakhstan, a land rich in natural resources, is set to put up 12 plots containing rare earth metal deposits for auction

In the span of two years, Uzbekistanis have acquired more than 250 kilograms of gold bars

In the span of two years, Uzbekistanis have acquired more than 250 kilograms of gold bars

Reserves of non-ferrous metals in Kazakhstan may be depleted within 10-15 years

Reserves of non-ferrous metals in Kazakhstan may be depleted within 10-15 years

Kazakhstan cancels contracts for gold and titanium deposits development

Policies and Regulation

Kazakhstan cancels contracts for gold and titanium deposits development

Uzbekistan / Work Begins At Two Sites On Tackling Soviet Uranium Mining Legacy

Uzbekistan / Work Begins At Two Sites On Tackling Soviet Uranium Mining Legacy

The First Congress of Geologists of Kazakhstan took place in Astana

The First Congress of Geologists of Kazakhstan took place in Astana

Erdene Provides Update on the Bayan Khundii Gold Project

Erdene Provides Update on the Bayan Khundii Gold Project

Without restrictions and penalties: Kazakh subsoil users will be endowed with new rights

Policies and Regulation

Without restrictions and penalties: Kazakh subsoil users will be endowed with new rights

Uzbekistan developing industrial production cooperation with China

Uzbekistan developing industrial production cooperation with China

Representative of Tajikistan presents credentials to WTO Director-General

Representative of Tajikistan presents credentials to WTO Director-General

Rumors on transfer of ArcelorMittal Temirtau to Russia’s Severstal denied

Rumors on transfer of ArcelorMittal Temirtau to Russia’s Severstal denied

Kyrgyzstan: number of Kumtor employees increases

Kyrgyzstan: number of Kumtor employees increases

Uzbekistan’s Almalyk exports $465 million worth of products in January-August 2023

Uzbekistan’s Almalyk exports $465 million worth of products in January-August 2023

The State Property Fund of Ukraine has sold the Murafskiy limestone quarry

The State Property Fund of Ukraine has sold the Murafskiy limestone quarry

Kazakhstan Coal Production Declines: Impact on Exports and Industry

Kazakhstan Coal Production Declines: Impact on Exports and Industry

The Environmental Impact and Remediation Efforts of Kazzinc in Eastern Kazakhstan

The Environmental Impact and Remediation Efforts of Kazzinc in Eastern Kazakhstan

Enhancing Environmental Conservation: President Tokayev’s Directive

Policies and Regulation

Enhancing Environmental Conservation: President Tokayev’s Directive

Investigating the Ongoing Efforts to Contain the Fire at the “Kazakhstanskaya” mine

Investigating the Ongoing Efforts to Contain the Fire at the “Kazakhstanskaya” mine

Lithium Brine Co. Awarded 100%-Interest Kazakhstan Mining License

Lithium Brine Co. Awarded 100%-Interest Kazakhstan Mining License

Who can purchase assets of “ArcelorMittal Temirtau” after the departure of Lakshmi Mittal?

Who can purchase assets of “ArcelorMittal Temirtau” after the departure of Lakshmi Mittal?

Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex and a Chinese company have signed a memorandum of understanding and cooperation

Almalyk Mining and Metallurgical Complex and a Chinese company have signed a memorandum of understanding and cooperation

Personnel Changes in Kazakhstan: New Ministries, Ministers, and Other Appointments

Policies and Regulation

Personnel Changes in Kazakhstan: New Ministries, Ministers, and Other Appointments

Coal production at the “Kazakhstanskaya” mine has been suspended – labor union

Coal production at the “Kazakhstanskaya” mine has been suspended – labor union

The increase in production costs for gold and the exploration of new areas. What will the future of Kumtor be like?

The increase in production costs for gold and the exploration of new areas. What will the future of Kumtor be like?

Gold extraction will begin from three more deposits in Kyrgyzstan

Gold extraction will begin from three more deposits in Kyrgyzstan

Talon Energy welcomes acceleration of coal seam gas exploration in Mongolia by partner TMK Energy

Talon Energy welcomes acceleration of coal seam gas exploration in Mongolia by partner TMK Energy

Kazakhstan Becomes Leader in Uranium Production in 2022

Kazakhstan Becomes Leader in Uranium Production in 2022

Bishkek Mayor’s Office initiates ban on sale and burning of Kara-Keche coal

Policies and Regulation

Bishkek Mayor’s Office initiates ban on sale and burning of Kara-Keche coal

United States – Mongolia Memorandum of Understanding on Mineral Resources

Policies and Regulation

United States – Mongolia Memorandum of Understanding on Mineral Resources

Another Glencore Veteran Departs as Trader Popovic Retires

Another Glencore Veteran Departs as Trader Popovic Retires

Kazakhstan to hold referendum on first nuclear plant

Kazakhstan to hold referendum on first nuclear plant

Changes in the composition of the Board of Directors of Qazgeology JSC

Changes in the composition of the Board of Directors of Qazgeology JSC

There are currently no interested buyers for the Kyzylkum phosphorite complex

There are currently no interested buyers for the Kyzylkum phosphorite complex

Report on Armenian mining industry’s impact on Azerbaijan’s ecology prepared

Report on Armenian mining industry’s impact on Azerbaijan’s ecology prepared

Armenia fails to abide by environmental regulations at mining fields

Policies and Regulation

Armenia fails to abide by environmental regulations at mining fields

Launch of unique marochno selenium production “Kazakhmys Progress” marks a new chapter in the history of kazakh science

Launch of unique marochno selenium production “Kazakhmys Progress” marks a new chapter in the history of kazakh science

The “Kumtor Case”: Tengiz Bolturuk Only Repays 10 Million Som

The “Kumtor Case”: Tengiz Bolturuk Only Repays 10 Million Som

Kazakhstan’s subsoil tender platform received 315 electronic applications

Policies and Regulation

Kazakhstan’s subsoil tender platform received 315 electronic applications

Lithium Brine Co. Awarded 100%-Interest Kazakhstan Mining License

Metinvest will invest in development of logistics center in Poland to increase sales of Ukrainian steel products

Pokrovskugol to Purchase Mining Machine, Expand Production

Pokrovskugol to Purchase Mining Machine, Expand Production

Don’t the Museums Matter? The Chiatura Manganese Mining History Museum

Don’t the Museums Matter? The Chiatura Manganese Mining History Museum

The Scientific and Production Association for Rare Metals and Hard Alloys, a part of AGMK, has achieved an early fulfillment of the annual forecast

The Scientific and Production Association for Rare Metals and Hard Alloys, a part of AGMK, has achieved an early fulfillment of the annual forecast

For the first time at SSGPO, new equipment has been produced for the factory complex

For the first time at SSGPO, new equipment has been produced for the factory complex

Alikhan Smailov demands completion of all fields revision and taking measures against unscrupulous subsoil users by end of 2023

Policies and Regulation

Alikhan Smailov demands completion of all fields revision and taking measures against unscrupulous subsoil users by end of 2023

Kazakhstan Houses More Than 8 Thousand Mineral Deposits, Reports MIID RK

Kazakhstan Houses More Than 8 Thousand Mineral Deposits, Reports MIID RK

Altynalmas: Analyzing First Half of 2023 Financial Report

Altynalmas: Analyzing First Half of 2023 Financial Report

Erdene Resource Development Corp reveals positive Feasibility update on Byan Khundii Project

Erdene Resource Development Corp reveals positive Feasibility update on Byan Khundii Project

Steppe Gold Issues Inaugural ESG Report

Steppe Gold Issues Inaugural ESG Report

Fitch Places Mongolian Mining on Watch Negative

Fitch Places Mongolian Mining on Watch Negative

Armenian Businessman Buying Kapan Gold Mine for $55 Million

Armenian Businessman Buying Kapan Gold Mine for $55 Million

Uzbekistan to build large chemical complex in Karakul Free Economic Zone

Uzbekistan to build large chemical complex in Karakul Free Economic Zone

Kazakhstan will limit coal exports in the face of its reduction

Policies and Regulation

Kazakhstan will limit coal exports in the face of its reduction

Kazatomprom announces changes in the Board

Kazatomprom announces changes in the Board

Chaarat Gold Announces Sale of CJSC Kapan

Chaarat Gold Announces Sale of CJSC Kapan