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    Kazakhstan is a landlocked country located in Central Asia and is the world’s largest landlocked country by land area. It is bordered by Russia to the north, China to the east, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan to the south, and the Caspian Sea to the west. The capital city is Nur-Sultan, previously known as Astana, which was renamed in 2019 after the former president Nursultan Nazarbayev.

    Kazakhstan has a diverse landscape that includes steppes, mountains, and deserts, and it is known for its rich natural resources, including oil, natural gas, and minerals. The country has a significant cultural heritage, influenced by various ethnic groups, including Kazakhs, Russians, Ukrainians, and others.

    Kazakhstan operates as a republic with a presidential form of government. It is a member of various international organizations, including the United Nations and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The economy of Kazakhstan has been undergoing transformation, moving from a Soviet-style command economy to a more market-oriented economy since gaining independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. The official languages are Kazakh and Russian.