Kazakhstan’s authorities are contemplating the implementation of a temporary six-month ban on the exports of LPG. This decision primarily aims to bolster the domestic LPG market, as expressed by the press service of the energy ministry. In other news, Kazakh’s foreign ministry mentioned that while the country is eager to collaborate with the BRICS nations, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, any discussions about the country becoming a full-fledged member are deemed premature.