Kazakhstan energy sector

If Kazakhstan’s multi-vector foreign -- and energy -- policies are to be successful, Tokayev will need to shrewdly balance the country’s partners.  

In Kazakhstan, the topic of nuclear energy comes wrapped in the legacy of the Semipalatinsk, the Soviet nuclear testing site.

Public domain research by Radio Azattyq showed the extent of Kairat Sharipbayev’s private interests.

The increased energy demand could be met by a long-awaited nuclear power plant. 

The question for the future development of renewable energy sources is whether the goals are, in fact, too ambitious. 

A drop in Brent oil prices and the emergence of cases of COVID-19 at the Tengiz field are poised to slash investment and hammer employment.

Can gas and oil-dependent Kazakhstan increase its reliance on greener energy sources?

Western companies operating at Karachaganak agreed to pay Kazakhstan $1.1 billion, ending an enduring spat with the government

The deal will see Kazakhstan receive a $1.1 billion payment and an amended production-sharing agreement.

A recent Eurobond issue piles up on Kazmunaigas' debt, signaling just how dependent Kazakhstan's oil and gas giant is on borrowed capital.

Given the dominance of conventional energy resources, are Astana’s green energy reforms merely publicity stunts?