Kazaks and Kyrgyz at Odds Over Gas The Kazaks say they’ll build a new pipeline to stop Kyrgyzstan taking their gas – but many believe it will never happen. 21 Feb 05
Chinese Deal Boosts Kazak Oil Industry But pipeline plan carries dangers as well as benefits, analysts warn. 21 Feb 05
Kazakstan: Abliazov Facing 'Trumped Up' Charges Prosecution of leading opposition politician has been condemned as a political show trial. 21 Feb 05
Kazakstan: Fears Over WTO Plan Fast track membership of the international trade regulation body may deal a serious blow to the country's economy. 21 Feb 05