Can Kazakhstan Turn North-South Transit Into Economic Gains?

By Nagima Abuova in Editor’s Picks,International on 10 October 2026

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s development of the North-South transport corridor could open new export markets, diversify trade routes and strengthen the country’s position as a regional transit hub, according to Kazakh experts. They say realizing these opportunities will depend on infrastructure improvements, competitive tariffs and closer coordination among participating countries. The corridor …

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