The United States Imposes Duties: How Will Kazakhstan Defend its Interests?

Starting August 1, 2025, the U.S. will impose a 25% import duty on certain Kazakh goods, though 95% of exports like oil, uranium, and silver will remain unaffected.
Kazakhstan’s government has submitted proposals to the U.S. to improve trade terms and protect national interests; negotiations are expected, though no date has been confirmed yet.
In 2024, Kazakhstan–U.S. trade reached $4.2 billion, with major exports including crude oil ($1.1B), uranium ($322.9M), and silver ($239.9M), making up over 80% of trade volume.
For January–May 2025, total trade hit $1.26 billion, with Kazakhstan exporting $418.2 million worth of goods, reflecting steady economic ties despite the new tariff measures.