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    Oil prices jump over 6% as Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘extremely hard’
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    Oil prices jump over 6% as Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘extremely hard’
    11:54, 2 April 2026
    Kazakhstan and Croatia ink hydrocarbon exploration deal in Aktobe region
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    Kazakhstan and Croatia ink hydrocarbon exploration deal in Aktobe region
    11:28, 2 April 2026
    Kazakhstan encourages investments in hydrocarbon geological exploration and extraction
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    Kazakhstan encourages investments in hydrocarbon geological exploration and extraction
    10:30, 2 April 2026
    4.5 M quake jolts Kyrgyzstan
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    4.5 M quake jolts Kyrgyzstan
    09:45, 2 April 2026
    Kazakhstan and Russia sign agreement on development of unmanned transport
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    Kazakhstan and Russia sign agreement on development of unmanned transport
    09:26, 2 April 2026
    ADB Boosts Women’s Access to Affordable Housing, Promotes Green Mortgages in Kazakhstan News from Country Offices | 01 April 2026 SHARE THIS PAGE ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN (1 April 2026) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a 90 billion tenge ($173.6 million equivalent) loan to Otbasy Bank JSC to expand access to affordable housing finance for women and offer green mortgage products for low- to moderate-income households across Kazakhstan. The Promoting Inclusive and Green Housing Finance Project will provide residential mortgage financing to more than 2,000 eligible households, prioritizing women borrowers. It will also support the development of a green mortgage finance framework that can be replicated across Kazakhstan’s banking sector, encouraging the construction and financing of more affordable, energy-efficient housing. “Our partnership with Otbasy Bank on the Umai Program showed how access to affordable mortgages can change the lives of women and broaden their economic opportunities,” said ADB Country Director for Kazakhstan Utsav Kumar. “The new project takes the program’s success further by including green mortgage products that will help households reduce energy costs and promote sustainable housing.” Women compose over half of Kazakhstan’s population, yet they earn about 25% less than men on average. This persistent gender gap continues to limit their access to housing finance and underscores the need for a long-term solution. The high proportion of the country’s energy-intensive housing—estimated at more than 80%—also highlights the crucial role of green mortgage products in boosting energy efficiency and affordability for households. To further advance support, ADB also approved a $500,000 technical assistance—equally financed with Otbasy Bank—to strengthen Otbasy Bank’s capacity to assess and mitigate climate risks and integrate environmental, social, and governance risk management practices into its housing finance operations. Kazakhstan joined ADB in 1994. Since then, ADB has committed more than $8 billion in loans, grants, and technical assistance to support the country’s development across key sectors, including public sector management, transport, finance, and energy. ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together, ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives, build quality infrastructure, and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966, ADB is owned by 69 members—50 from the region.
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    ADB boosts women’s access to affordable housing, promotes green mortgages in Kazakhstan
    09:11, 2 April 2026
    Tashkent hosts Space Technology Conference-Central Eurasia 2026
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    Tashkent hosts Space Technology Conference-Central Eurasia 2026
    08:32, 2 April 2026
    Artemis liftoff
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    NASA successfully launches historic Artemis II moon mission
    07:36, 2 April 2026
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    Scorching heat and dust storms to batter Zhambyl region in April
    07:15, 2 April 2026
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    Trump threatens to hit Iran "extremely hard" in coming weeks as he claims discussions ongoing
    06:59, 2 April 2026
    Four kids hospitalized after bus crash in W Kazakhstan
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    Four kids hospitalized after bus crash in W Kazakhstan
    15:19, 1 April 2026
    Snow leopard becomes WNG 2026 symbol
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    Symbol of World Nomad Games 2026 revealed
    14:22, 1 April 2026
    Abu Dhabi records major healthcare milestones in Q1 2026, reinforcing global leadership
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    Abu Dhabi records major healthcare milestones in Q1 2026, reinforcing global leadership
    13:22, 1 April 2026
    Kazakhstan to host Eurasian Book Fair
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    Kazakhstan to host Eurasian Book Fair
    12:56, 1 April 2026
    Oil prices
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    Brent prices soar by more than 40% in March 2026
    11:51, 1 April 2026
    Türkiye qualify for 2026 World Cup after 24 years with 1-0 win over Kosovo
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    Türkiye qualify for 2026 World Cup after 24 years with 1-0 win over Kosovo
    11:10, 1 April 2026
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    Kyrgyzstan and France to expand healthcare cooperation
    10:41, 1 April 2026
    Chronic drought grips Türkiye as 2-year rainfall deficit deepens
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    Chronic drought grips Türkiye as 2-year rainfall deficit deepens
    09:33, 1 April 2026
    Kazakhstan set to build 8 more power plants
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    Kazakhstan set to build 8 more power plants
    09:11, 1 April 2026
    Kazakhstan and China to boost transit via Trans-Caspian Route
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    Kazakhstan and China to boost transit via Trans-Caspian Route
    08:35, 1 April 2026
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