Transport
Kazakhstan proposes regional declaration on responsible AI use
Kazakhstan has proposed a regional declaration on responsible artificial intelligence use and stronger digital oversight during a summit in Turkmenistan.
Kazakhstan, Japan explore deeper investment cooperation
Kazakhstan and Japan are deepening industrial and investment ties with a focus on transport, logistics, digital infrastructure, and critical minerals.
Asian Games 2026 medalists awarded university scholarships
Athletes who reached podium finishes at recent international competitions are now having their tuition covered entirely by their universities.
Italy's Meloni secures final approval for contested electoral reform
Italy's lower house has given final approval to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's contested electoral reform, introducing a fully proportional system with a majority bonus.
Central Asian states agree on water use, reservoir operations
Central Asian delegations have finalized new agreements on transboundary water usage and reservoir management to navigate mounting resource and climate pressures.
Kazakhstan President Tokayev calls Putin to extend birthday greetings
Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin by phone to offer birthday congratulations and review upcoming events.
Walmart private trucking fleet drives massive US retail supply chain
Walmart's private trucking fleet acts as the backbone of its distribution network, employing over 13,000 drivers and utilizing internal career pathways.
Tinubu declares 3-day mourning after 32 die in NAF jet crash
A Nigerian Air Force transport aircraft crash in Ondo State claimed the lives of all 32 occupants on board, prompting a three-day national mourning period.
German factory orders slump in August as large contracts dry up
German factory orders suffered a sharp 10.6% drop in August as large transport and military contracts fell, though underlying demand held steady.
Thales and 3ME unveil BladeHAUL uncrewed ground vehicle with 10-tonne payload
Thales Australia and 3ME Technology have introduced BladeHAUL, a heavy-duty hybrid-electric uncrewed ground vehicle with a 10-tonne payload capacity and mobile power generation capabilities.
Trump and Putin hold 55-minute birthday call, agree on future envoy visit to Moscow
US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a direct phone conversation to discuss international security crises and the conflict in Ukraine.
Kazakhstan detains former naval chief over deadly Caspian Sea exercises
Kazakhstan has detained its former naval chief and launched a criminal investigation after 14 servicemen died during military exercises in the Caspian Sea.
Azerbaijan targets 30 million tons of transit cargo by 2030
Azerbaijan aims to reach 30 million metric tons of transit cargo annually by 2030, supported by the development of the Middle Corridor and surging container traffic.
Spanish trade unions call 24-hour general strike over housing, wages
Spanish trade unions CCOO and UGT are preparing a 24-hour general strike this autumn to demand adequate wages and housing protections.
easyJet updates flight cancellation rules as Portugal strikes impact travel
easyJet has updated its guidance on delayed and cancelled flights due to strikes in Portugal affecting hundreds of services, while overbooking controversies highlight passenger rights rules.
White House on high alert and assessing options as plague breaks out in Russia
The White House is assessing options and monitoring a fatal pneumonic plague outbreak in Russia after a laboratory technician died in Siberia.
Kazakhstan cuts cargo transit times along Trans-Caspian route using digital platforms
Kazakhstan has reduced freight delivery times along the Trans-Caspian route through digital platforms and streamlined customs processes.
XDS Astana's Matteo Malucelli wins final stage of Le Tour de Langkawi
XDS Astana rider Matteo Malucelli won the final stage of Le Tour de Langkawi in a mass sprint to secure the points classification blue jersey.
Oman Sultan Haitham bin Tarik begins state visit to Kazakhstan
Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tarik has begun a state visit to Kazakhstan focused on expanding trade, political dialogue, and a $3 billion joint investment portfolio.
Omio Expands Booking Platform to Brazil in South American Debut
Multi-modal travel booking platform Omio has officially launched its app in Brazil, marking the company's debut in the South American market.