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Copper ore mining in Kazakhstan increased 4.3 times, while copper output rose 1.3 times

Copper ore mining in Kazakhstan increased 4.3 times, while copper output rose 1.3 times

In 2025 Kazakhstan mined 163.7 mln t of copper ore, 4.3 times more than in 1990, and produced 471,800 t of refined copper, 1.3 times more. The 2020 record of about 477,000 t has not been beaten in five years.

Construction of a copper smelter with a capacity of 300 thousand tons of copper per year has begun in the Abai region

Construction of a copper smelter with a capacity of 300 thousand tons of copper per year has begun in the Abai region

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on 20 October launched construction of the Aktogay copper smelter in Aktogay village, Abai region, via a teleconference.

Lead raw material processing plant launched in Akmola region

Lead raw material processing plant launched in Akmola region

A lead-bearing raw materials processing plant, Open Minerals Group Processing LLP, has launched in Zerendinsky district of Akmola region at a revived industrial site.

Where does Kazakhstan export non-ferrous metals

Where does Kazakhstan export non-ferrous metals

In Jan–Jul 2026, Kazakhstan raised copper exports by 10%, lead by 14.8% and tantalum by 46.2%, while zinc, aluminum and titanium shipments declined.

Turkish green steel producer invests €187 million in solar energy

Turkish green steel producer invests €187 million in solar energy

Turkish steel giant Tosyalı secured €187 million to build two solar plants with a combined capacity of 261 MW.