Kyrgyzstan

Masdar launches Uzbekistan’s largest battery energy storage project

Masdar commits to developing a 300MW/600MWh battery storage system in Uzbekistan, marking a major step in modernising the national grid and securing investments in renewable energy.

Chevron strengthens post-Hess strategy and reassures markets on growth

In New York, Chevron outlines its long-term vision following the Hess integration, focusing on financial stability, spending reduction, and record production to consolidate investor confidence.

Washington locks in Kazakh tungsten supply and frames its C5+1 bet

The United States secures a tungsten joint venture in Kazakhstan and mining protocols in Uzbekistan, with financing envisaged from the Export-Import Bank of the United States and shipment routed via the Trans-Caspian corridor.
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JA Solar to supply 1.2 GW of modules for two photovoltaic projects in Uzbekistan

JA Solar has signed an agreement with Larsen & Toubro to supply photovoltaic modules for the Samarkand 1 and 2 solar power plants, developed by ACWA Power with a total installed capacity of 1.2 GW.

Aramco’s net profit drops for the eleventh consecutive quarter

Aramco reported a 2.3% decrease in its net profit for the third quarter, amid global economic uncertainties and an oversupply of oil, although its adjusted earnings showed a slight increase.

Envision Energy and ACWA Power Partner to Industrialize Wind Energy in Central Asia and the Middle East

The Chinese wind turbine manufacturer and Saudi operator sign a seven-year framework agreement to deploy local production lines and enhance technological cooperation in several strategic markets.
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Plug Power to supply up to 2 GW of electrolyzers to Allied Biofuels in Uzbekistan

Plug Power has signed a supply agreement with Allied Biofuels to equip a sustainable fuel production site in Uzbekistan, bringing total contracted capacity with Allied partners to 5 GW.

ACWA Power signs $10bn in energy and financing deals at FII9

ACWA Power signed $10bn worth of projects and financing agreements across Central Asia, the Gulf, China and Africa, marking a new phase in its global energy expansion.

Kazakhstan begins negotiations to export uranium to Finland

Talks are underway between Astana and Helsinki to consider the delivery of Kazakh uranium for Finnish nuclear power plants, amid efforts to diversify energy export markets.
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Kazakhstan considers swift decision on Lukoil’s local assets

Kazakhstan is reviewing Lukoil's stakes in major oil projects after the Russian group announced plans to divest its international assets following new US sanctions.

The EU sanctions CNPC units as ESPO pipeline flows remain stable

The European Union targets a trading subsidiary and a refinery linked to China National Petroleum Corporation, tightening access to financial and insurance services without disrupting pipeline deliveries, with reallocations expected in settlements, insurance, and logistics. —

Karachaganak cuts production after drone strike on Russian gas facility

Kazakhstan’s Karachaganak gas field has reduced output by nearly one-third following an incident at a key Russian gas processing plant targeted by a Ukrainian drone strike.
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Rosatom begins excavation for small modular reactor project in Uzbekistan

The construction of Uzbekistan’s first small modular reactor (SMR) is underway, with 1.5mn m³ of earth being excavated in Jizzakh, marking a major milestone for the nuclear project led by Rosatom.

Orano, Navoiyuran and ITOCHU launch uranium mining at South Djengeldi site

The Nurlikum Mining joint venture enters a new industrial phase with the launch of the South Djengeldi project, targeting annual production of 500 tonnes of uranium over ten years in Uzbekistan.

Envision Energy to supply 124 turbines for Kazakhstan’s 1 GW Mirny wind project

Envision Energy has signed an agreement to equip Kazakhstan’s largest wind power project, marking a strategic step in energy cooperation with TotalEnergies, Samruk-Energo and KazMunayGas.
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Russia strikes 95 targets and severely damages Ukrainian gas sites

An unprecedented overnight offensive targeted gas infrastructure in Ukraine, damaging several key facilities in the Kharkiv and Poltava regions, according to Ukrainian authorities.

U.S. uranium purchases reach 55.9 million pounds in 2024

Uranium deliveries to U.S. civilian operators rose 8% in 2024, while the average price climbed to its highest level since 2012, according to the latest available data.

Rosatom will finalise field studies for Kazakhstan’s nuclear power plant in 2025

Site selection for Kazakhstan’s first nuclear power plant enters an advanced technical phase, with more than 100 experts mobilised by Rosatom to conduct complex geological and seismic analyses.
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U.S. oil drilling rebounds amid global tensions

The number of active drilling rigs in the United States rose for the fourth consecutive week, supported by higher crude prices and OPEC+’s difficulties in meeting production targets.

LanzaJet and KMG launch engineering phase of Kazakhstan’s first SAF project

LanzaJet and state-owned KazMunayGas have reached a decisive milestone towards building Kazakhstan’s first sustainable aviation fuel plant, with the immediate start of the engineering phase.

Kazakhstan selects Russia and China for its first nuclear power plants

Kazakhstan has selected Rosatom and China National Nuclear Corporation to build two nuclear power plants totaling 2.4 GW, a decision following a favorable referendum and coinciding with Xi Jinping’s upcoming strategic visit.

Ansaldo Energia signs strategic nuclear agreement with Uzbekistan

Italy’s Ansaldo Energia signed a memorandum of understanding with Uzbekistan’s Uzatom agency to cooperate on advanced nuclear technologies, with a focus on small modular reactors.

Argentina targets nuclear revival with Ivana uranium mine in three years

Blue Sky Uranium’s Ivana mining project in Argentina could begin production within three years, backed by an initial $35mn investment and an annual output capacity of 1.5 million pounds of uranium.
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Uzbekistan accelerates energy modernisation with $100mn World Bank loan

A $150mn financing package, including $100mn from the World Bank, will support the modernisation of Uzbekistan’s power grid and integration of renewable energy in key regions.

Masdar signs agreement with Samruk-Kazyna for renewable energy projects in Kazakhstan

Masdar and Samruk-Kazyna are collaborating to develop renewable energy and storage projects in Kazakhstan, targeting 500 MW of baseload energy and up to 2 GW of storage capacity.

Chevron sees net profit drop 36% in Q1 2025

Chevron reports a sharp decline in quarterly results, impacted by weak refining margins, stable production and exceptional charges in the United States and the United Kingdom.
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Opec+ ramps up production despite crude falling below $62

Eight Opec+ members will raise output by 411,000 barrels per day in June, boosting global supply amid falling prices and ongoing trade tensions.

The wind shifts: Chinese OEMs struggle to gain traction in the European market

Despite turbines priced 30 to 40% lower, Chinese manufacturers struggle to overcome credibility barriers hindering their progress in the European wind sector.

Auxiliary works begin for modular nuclear project in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan has launched the construction of auxiliary buildings for its future modular nuclear reactor, the first export project for the Russian RITM-200N technology.
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Sungrow deploys PowerTitan 2.0 in 100 MWh energy storage project in Finland

Sungrow will supply its liquid-cooled PowerTitan 2.0 system for the Kalanti BESS project, a 50 MW/100 MWh facility developed by Renewable Power Capital in southwest Finland.

Iraq and the United Arab Emirates submit compensation plans to OPEC+ after oil overproduction

Iraq and the United Arab Emirates have submitted compensation plans to OPEC+ to offset their production surplus in February, amid falling crude prices and the gradual reduction of cuts planned for April.

Kazakhmys partially suspends operations after fatal accidents

Kazakhmys, the leading copper producer in Kazakhstan, partially suspends its operations after the death of eight workers. The company is conducting an inspection of its facilities to ensure operational safety.
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Kazakhstan creates a nuclear energy agency and appoints its president

Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has established a new agency to oversee nuclear energy, appointing Almassadam Satkaliyev as its head. This structure aims to enhance the country’s energy security and support its long-term nuclear ambitions.

Orano and Navoiyuran sign agreement to develop South Djengeldi uranium deposit in Uzbekistan

Orano and Navoiyuran have signed a strategic agreement for the industrial development of the South Djengeldi uranium deposit in Uzbekistan, with the entry of Japanese company ITOCHU Corporation as a minority partner.

Jordan bets on uranium to structure its mining industry

Jordan is developing its uranium industry with a feasibility study aimed at securing funding. A strategic partnership with a Kazakh company supports this initiative as the country seeks to exploit its resources locally.
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Kyrgyzstan Relaunches Major Hydroelectric Project with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan

Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan team up to construct the Kambar-Ata-1 hydroelectric plant, a Soviet-era project revived to address energy and water shortages in Central Asia. The $3.5bn initiative requires international investment.

Putin Asks Kazakhstan’s Partners to Fund CPC Pipeline Repairs After Drone Attack

A drone attack on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) threatens to disrupt Kazakhstan's oil exports. Vladimir Putin urges foreign partners, including Chevron, to fund the necessary repairs.

Kazakhstan and Hungary Agree on Oil Exports via Druzhba Pipeline

An agreement was signed in February 2025 between Kazakhstan and Hungary to enhance oil exports from Kazakhstan via the Druzhba pipeline. This development could change the energy dynamics in Central Europe.
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Kazakhstan Signs First Uranium Supply Deal with Switzerland

Kazatomprom will supply natural uranium concentrate to Switzerland for the first time under a contract with Axpo. This transaction aligns with Switzerland's strategy to secure energy supplies amid declining Russian gas deliveries.

Drone Attack in Russia Disrupts Caspian Pipeline Consortium Pipeline

A drone strike in Russia has forced the shutdown of a key pumping station on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) pipeline, temporarily reducing its capacity to transport Kazakh oil to Europe. The incident comes amid heightened diplomatic tensions surrounding the Ukraine conflict.