Workers at Kazakhstan's major oilfield gather for protests

The employees at Tengiz, the biggest oilfield in the west of Kazakhstan, continue their protests, Report informs, citing Interfax-Kazakhstan.

"Negotiations with the protesters are underway, and so far, everything is calm. Some have even dispersed," Tengizshevroil said.

The production process continues as usual, the company added.

Footage from the field shows the workers holding a peaceful rally.

The day before, the company reported that "a number of employees of the subcontractors gathered at the Tengiz field to express support for peaceful rallies in the Mangistau region."

Strikes are also taking place at the production sites of Kazakhmys and ArcelorMittal Temirtau.