Kazakhstan Boosts Trade and Transport Ties Across Central Asia

Kazakhstan's President Tokayev announced over $35 billion in investment in transport corridors and more than $30 billion in Chinese investment in the country. Rail freight between Kazakhstan and China rose 9 percent to 18.7 million tons in the first half of 2026. Kazakhstan also remains Tajikistan's key trade partner in Central Asia, while Tajikistan reported its trade figures with Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan for the same period. Kazakhstan is further aiming to become Central Asia's leading agro-industrial hub.