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Vietnam Becomes "Partner Country" in BRICS
(MENAFN) Vietnam has officially joined the BRICS coalition of leading developing nations as a "partner country," according to a statement released by Brazil's government on Friday. “The government of Brazil welcomes the decision of the Vietnamese...

BRICS Admits Vietnam as Tenth Partner
(MENAFN) In a significant diplomatic development, Brazil on Friday confirmed that Vietnam has officially joined the BRICS group of emerging economies as a "partner country." The announcement signals a deeper realignment of global economic and...

Second Central Asian regional simulation-based training strengthens joint response to human trafficking
Over 130 practitioners from Central Asia and Türkiye gathered this week at Lake Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan, for a five-day regional simulation-based training exercise on combating trafficking in human beings. The training was opened by Nurlanbek...

KGNCLOUD Introduces Zero Threshold Gold Mining for Crypto's New Era
New York City, NJ, June 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The cryptocurrency market is undergoing a new round of explosive changes—Bitcoin has broken through the $100,000 mark, the US has relaxed regulations, and Russia has fully legalised mining....

Strengthening Transparency: OSCE workshop on Removing Administrative Barriers Contributing to Corruption
On 8–9 April 2025, the OSCE Programme Office in Astana, in collaboration with the Law Enforcement Academy under the Prosecutor General’s Office of the Republic of Kazakhstan, organized a training workshop “Removing Administrative Barriers...

OSCE launches Regional Task Force on Education for Just and Inclusive Energy Transition in Central Asia
As the renewable energy sector in Central Asia grows, so does the need for a skilled and inclusive workforce to support it. In response, the OSCE and the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) officially launched the OSCE Regional...

US Ambassador Concludes Diplomatic Assignment in Russia
(MENAFN) The United States Embassy in Moscow announced on Thursday that Ambassador Lynne Tracy will wrap up her diplomatic role in Russia “soon.” This development occurs as Washington and Moscow move forward with another phase of discussions aimed...

Investment bank Teniz Capital ventures into fintech, stakes 49% in Tabys of Astana International Financial Centre
Astana, Kazakhstan – Teniz Capital Brokerage Ltd, a subsidiary of Teniz Capital Investment Bank, has acquired a significant stake in fintech firm Tabys from the Astana International Exchange (AIX). Tabys is a digital financial services provider...

Lakeland Fire + Safety to Attend the 15th Annual ROTH London Conference
HUNTSVILLE, Ala., June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lakeland Industries, Inc. (“Lakeland Fire + Safety” or “Lakeland”) (NASDAQ: LAKE), a leading global manufacturer of protective clothing and apparel for industry, healthcare and first responders,...

Earn Mining Launches New Free Mobile Cloud Mining App
London, UK, June 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As global interest in crypto assets continues to rise, more users are looking for accessible ways to explore this financial trend—without needing technical expertise or costly equipment. Earn Mining, a...

Russia's Soyuz-2.1a Rocket Launches in Honor of World War II Triumph
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Russia's Soyuz-2.1a rocket, referred to as the "Victory Rocket" to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, was launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The Russian Space Corporation (Roscosmos)...

Russia successfully launches Victory Rocket to mark WWII anniversary
(MENAFN) Russia's Soyuz-2.1a rocket, known as the Victory Rocket in honor of the 80th anniversary of World War II's conclusion, successfully lifted off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan on Tuesday, as reported by the Russian Space...

Meishan Emerges as a New Hub for the Satellite Industry: Global Experts Gather at the 3rd Meishan Satellite Application Industry Development Conference
CHENGDU, China, June 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On June 9, the 3 rd Meishan Satellite Application Industry Development Conference officially opened in Meishan City, Sichuan Province, China. Experts in remote sensing technology, aerospace, and...

World-Renowned Composer & Pianist Steve Barakatt Celebrates 30 Years of Creativity in Asia
Special concerts and landmark events across the continent highlight a milestone year HONG KONG, June 11, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In 2025, internationally celebrated composer, pianist, and cultural ambassador Steve Barakatt marks 30 years of...

Lakeland Industries Reports Fiscal First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Q1’26 Net Sales Increased 29% to a Record $46.7 Million Led by a 100% Increase in Fire Services Products, Representing 45% of Total Revenue U.S. Net Sales Increased 42% to $22.5 Million & Europe Net Sales Increased 102% to $12.1 Million Q1’26...

Save the Caspian Sea Joins the Blue Community – the first for Central Asia
ALMATY , KAZAKHSTAN, January 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Save the Caspian Sea is proud to announce its membership in the Blue Community becoming the first organization from Central Asia to join this global network dedicated to the protection...

Kaspi.kz: Announcement of AGM Results
ALMATY, Kazakhstan, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Joint Stock Company Kaspi.kz (Nasdaq: KSPI) announces that the following resolutions were duly passed at its Annual General Meeting on 28 March 2025: To approve the agenda of the Annual...

Opening Ceremony of the 5th World Nomad Games Celebrates Global Unity and Nomadic Heritage
KAZAKHSTAN, September 10, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The highly anticipated 5th World Nomad Games officially kicked off in Astana, Kazakhstan, with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Astana Arena. Bringing together over 2,500 athletes and...

Kaspi.kz to acquire Rabobank Group’s Turkish subsidiary Rabobank A.Ş.
ALMATY, Kazakhstan, March 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Joint Stock Company Kaspi.kz (“Kaspi.kz” NASDAQ: KSPI) has signed a share purchase agreement with Rabobank Group, relating to the purchase of Rabobank’s Turkish subsidiary Rabobank A.Ş. The...

OSCE Seminar in Ashgabat Enhances Capacity to Tackle Technology-Facilitated Human Trafficking
The rising threat of technology-facilitated trafficking in human beings was the focus of a two-day OSCE seminar in Ashgabat from 29 to 30 May 2025. Jointly organized by the Office of the OSCE Special Representative and Co-ordinator for Combating...