
Ex-official suspected of embezzling funds from entrepreneurs
Over 2,000 entrepreneurs in Almaty region protected; 469M tenge recovered; 59 officials held. Ex-official suspected of embezzling money from entrepreneurs.

Over 2,000 entrepreneurs in Almaty region protected; 469M tenge recovered; 59 officials held. Ex-official suspected of embezzling money from entrepreneurs.

U.S. President Donald Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods in response to discriminatory trade policies. The tariffs take effect in 30 days and exclude energy and certain other categories.

Politico reports FBI Director Kash Patel plans a Russia visit in October, including Moscow and St. Petersburg, hosted by the FSB, according to the report.

US President Donald Trump announced a meeting with new British PM Andy Burnham after a phone call, discussing US-UK relations, North Sea oil, trade, and more.

The 2027 G20 summit will be held in Manchester, with London chairing. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham informed US President Donald Trump, according to The Times.

Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok resigns after constitutional changes; Prime Minister Péter Magyar proposes chess grandmaster Judit Polgár as successor.

Kazakhstan's CEC registers the People's Party list for Kurultai elections on August 23. List includes 72 candidates, 41.7% women, youth, and disabled persons.

Sapar Satayev appointed as new akim of Temirtau. Governor Bulekpaev presented candidate, focusing on improving quality of life and developing infrastructure.

Sapar Satayev appointed akim of Temirtau; previously headed Balkhash. Region head Yermaganbet Bulekpaev introduced him and outlined priorities for the city.

Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry condemns drone attacks on civilian vessels near CPC on July 17 and 19, calls for halt, will seek damages for economic encroachment.

President Donald Trump urged Republicans to include Iran in Senator Lindsey Graham's Russia sanctions bill, writing on Truth Social, as reported by infohub.kz.

The Trump administration has preliminarily approved terms allowing Saudi Arabia to enrich uranium under its civilian nuclear program, raising proliferation concerns as experts warn of a shortened path to nuclear weapons.

New York Mayor Eric Adams is reviewing legal options for possibly arresting Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu during his potential UN visit, citing ICC war crimes charges.

Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok signed a constitutional amendment to remove himself from office. From July 20, the speaker of parliament will temporarily assume his duties.

Kyrgyzstan bans leasing border and agricultural land to foreigners, citing national security. President Japarov denies rumors of 50-year leases, says investment continues with stricter controls.

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov calls for military strikes on countries aiding Ukraine, says infantry ready to follow Putin's orders, and warns that Russia could escalate if provoked further.

The Trump administration announced new immigration measures affecting recipients of public benefits, foreign students, exchange participants, and journalists. Starting Sept. 18, certain benefits may lead to green card denial; visa durations are reduced.

Andy Burnham, leader of the Labour Party, is set to become UK prime minister after Keir Starmer's resignation. Learn about his background, policies, and challenges ahead.

Kazakhstan's Atomic Energy Agency drafts unified requirements for work programs in uranium exploration and extraction contracts to standardize and increase transparency in the industry.

Andy Burnham elected Labour leader, becomes UK PM after Starmer's resignation. Official appointment July 20.

According to a KIOR survey, 86.9% of Kazakhs trust the president, 84.1% assess the political situation as favorable, and 75.1% are ready to vote in the Kurultai elections.

Trust in Kazakh president hits 86.9%, KIOR reports. 84.1% see the socio-political situation as stable, and 85.8% satisfied with life. More on infohub.kz.

Kazakh President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev met with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet on the sidelines of the AI conference in Shanghai and received an invitation to visit Cambodia.

Kazakh President Qasym-Jomart Toqaev met Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul in Shanghai; bilateral trade up 76% in early 2026, discussed agriculture, tourism, and new opportunities.