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Astana

American

[ahs-tah-nah] / ɑs tɑˈnɑ /

noun

the capital city of Kazakhstan, in the northern part, on the Ishim River.

Astana British

/ æˈstænə /

noun

Former names: Akmolinsk. Tselinograd. Akmola. the capital of Kazakhstan, in the N of the country; replaced Almaty as capital in 1997; an important railway junction. Pop: 335 000 (2005 est)

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Meanwhile, Xi visited Astana in June, and China -- which shares borders with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan -- has presented itself as a main commercial partner, investing in huge infrastructure projects.

From Barron's • Dec. 19, 2025

Certain Kazakh vendors selling Molecule to Russians told the BBC they bought stock from friends or warehouses in the capital Astana but couldn't name the original supplier.

From BBC • Nov. 1, 2025

By real world, Bellamy meant the aforementioned obstacles he and his players had to overcome in order to win in Astana.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2025

Boore is one of more than 1,000 Wales fans who have made the long journey to Astana.

From BBC • Sep. 4, 2025

With the exception of the fort and commandant's house, the "Astana" is the only building on this side of the river.

From On the Equator by De Windt, Harry

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