Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked country in the world, located in Central Asia. It shares borders with Russia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. The country is rich in natural resources, including oil and minerals. Its capital is Nur-Sultan (formerly Astana), known for modern architecture, while Almaty is the largest city and a cultural hub. Kazakhstan has a diverse population, influenced by various ethnic groups. It gained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991 and has since pursued economic development, balancing traditional values with modernization in a rapidly changing global landscape.