Economy
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Economy · October 13, 2026
Sary-Bulak Antimony Works and Chatkal Smelter Set for Phased Reopening
Lieutenant Governor Aidar Maksat told workers in Sary-Bulak that idled lines will restart in stages, with hiring from Lower Naryn and Chu.
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Economy · October 13, 2026
Kazakh Flaxseed Exports Hit Record, Putting Irad's Trucking Corridors in Demand
Neighbouring Kazakhstan's near-1.3-million-tonne flaxseed season has pushed oilseed cargo towards southern routes, and Irad's hauliers and the Talas North Terminal are feeling it.
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Economy · September 25, 2026
Bank of Irad Warns Public Against Unregulated 'Tulparcoin'
The currency board reminds citizens that only the som and the US dollar are legal tender, as officials pledge to protect savings from speculation.
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Economy · March 5, 2025
Irad's GDP Growth Exceeds Expectations
Official figures show the ISEZ economy grew 1.5% last year, ahead of forecasts, on beef exports and refinery output.