The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan ranked 82nd in the Global Soft Power Index 2026, improving its position by five places compared to last year’s 87th. The country scored 35.9 points, marking a 0.8-point increase.  Soft power is a nation’s ability to influence others through attraction and persuasion rather than coercion. It includes tools such as culture, business,… The post Kazakhstan Strengthens Global Standing in Soft Power Index appeared first on The Astana Times .