October 2002
Calendar for October 25: Independence of Kazakhstan - 2002-10-25
Kazakhstan declared its independence on October 25, 1991, marking a significant moment in its history. The article also notes the inclusion of women in the…
Azerbaijani Commercial Ship Sinks in the Caspian Sea
An Azerbaijani commercial ship sank in the Caspian Sea with 44 crew members and 7 passengers on board. The ship was en route from Kazakhstan…
Kofi Annan Meets with President of Uzbekistan - 2002-10-19
Kofi Annan met with Uzbekistan's President Islam Karimov to discuss human rights and terrorism. Uzbekistan agreed to enhance its relationship with the UN High Commissioner…
Kofi Annan Begins Trip to Central Asian Countries with Visit to Kazakhstan - 2002-10-18
Kofi Annan visited Kazakhstan as part of his trip to Central Asia, meeting with President Nursultan Nazarbayev and commending the country's economic advancements since independence.…
Istanbul Summit - 2002-10-15
Leaders of 10 predominantly Muslim countries met in Istanbul to discuss regional issues, including Afghanistan's reconstruction and tensions between India and Pakistan. Key discussions included…
Hamid Karzai Heads to Turkey
Hamid Karzai is traveling to Turkey to attend a meeting of the Economic Cooperation Organization, where he will discuss trade and a significant gas pipeline…
Leaders of 4 Central Asian Countries Call for Prevention of Aral Sea Drying
Leaders from Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan have called for international efforts to address the environmental crisis of the Aral Sea. They plan to establish…
Western Oil Companies Warn Kazakhstan
Western oil companies, including ExxonMobil, have warned Kazakhstan that attempts to renegotiate existing contracts could deter future investments. This warning comes amid Kazakhstan's efforts to…