Kazakhstan is the largest landlocked country in the world and the ninth largest by area, located in Central Asia. It shares borders with Russia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. The capital is Astana (formerly known as Nur-Sultan), while Almaty is the country’s largest city and main cultural and economic center.

Kazakhstan has vast natural resources, especially oil, gas, and minerals, which form the backbone of its economy. The country features a diverse landscape that includes steppe plains, deserts, and mountain ranges.