The recent Ukrainian strike on the Orenburg gas processing plant in Russia has cast a spotlight on Kazakhstan’s deep-seated dependence on Russian energy infrastructure. As one of the key transit hubs that process and export natural gas, the disruption at Orenburg has sent ripples across Kazakhstan’s energy market, spotlighting vulnerabilities in the country’s supply chain. Experts now warn that Kazakhstan’s overreliance on Russian gas leaves it exposed to geopolitical tensions and supply interruptions, a risk that could have far-reaching consequences for domestic industries and consumers alike.

The incident underscores the urgency for Kazakhstan to diversify its energy sources and…