Hyrasia One and Semurg Invest Seal Hydrogen and Ammonia Transport Deal at Global Gateway Forum

ASTANA – Hyrasia One, a subsidiary of the Svevind Energy Group, and the Sarzha multifunctional marine terminal of Semurg Invest have entered into an agreement to transport pure hydrogen...


Kazakhstan Urges Streamlined Customs Procedures to Boost E-Commerce Growth in SCO Region

ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov called on to simplify customs procedures to support the development of e-commerce, one of the promising areas within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization...


Kazakhstan Urges Prompt Establishment of European Investment Bank Office in Astana

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu expressed the country’s interest in attracting investment from the European Investment Bank (EIB) and prompt opening of an...


WHO to Allocate $1.8 Million for Kazakhstan’s Healthcare

ASTANA – The World Health Organization (WHO) will allocate $1.8 million for Kazakhstan’s healthcare development, as per a two-year cooperation agreement signed between the Kazakh Health Ministry and the...


Kazakhstan Emerges as Global Peacemaker, Says Political Analyst

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s multi-vector foreign policy is a unique phenomenon that positions Kazakhstan as a key neutral ground for global negotiations, observed Andrey Vypolzov, political analyst...


Kazakhstan is EU’s Reliable Partner in Central Asia, Says Foreign Minister

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will remain a reliable partner for the European Union (EU) in Central Asia, aiming to expand cooperation in numerous areas, Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign...


French President Macron and Hungarian Prime Minister Orban to Visit Kazakhstan in November 

ASTANA — Kazakhstan is set to host two significant international visits in early November. French President Emmanuel Macron will embark on an official visit to Kazakhstan at the invitation...


Astana, Almaty Celebrate Republic Day

ASTANA – The 40-meter-high national flag was raised at the Medeu high-mountainous complex in Almaty on Republic Day, accompanied by the national anthem, reported the Almaty Akimat (administration) press...


Central Asia Gains Momentum as Key Global Transportation Hub, Says Trade Minister Shakkaliev 

ASTANA — The Central Asian region is swiftly emerging as a pivotal link in the global transportation network, establishing itself as a crucial continental bridge connecting North-South and East-West,...


Republic Day Revelations: Educators Share Opinions

ASTANA – Flag-raising ceremonies and cultural festivities on Republic Day in Kazakhstan take a distinctive perspective through the eyes of educators. Teacher voices not only drive changes in the...


Republic Day Reflects Centuries-Old Dream of Independence, Says Tokayev 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan celebrates the Republic Day on Oct. 25. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated the citizens on this major occasion, emphasizing it is a symbol of the Kazakh people’s...


Kazakhstan, South Korea Implement Five New Investment Projects Worth $1.5 Billion

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and South Korea are currently implementing five projects worth $1.5 billion and considering 25 more promising projects worth nearly $500 million, said Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan...


Saken Seifullin: Resonant Advocate for Kazakhstan’s Quest for Self-Governance

ASTANA – Saken Seifullin, the founder of modern Kazakh literature, renowned poet, writer and politician, was among those who advocated for the establishment of a republic as a form...


Alash Orda: Reflecting Foundations of Kazakh Statehood

ASTANA – Republic Day is a time to celebrate statehood and honor the role of the Alash (Kazakh intelligentsia) movement in shaping the nation’s destiny during the foundational period...


Kazakhstan’s Republic Day: Milestone for Independence and Sovereignty

ASTANA – Kazakhstan celebrates Republic Day on Oct. 25, a remarkable event that remembers the establishment of an independent and sovereign state. It commemorates the adoption of the Declaration...


Central Asia and EU Strengthen Ties at Historic Ministerial Meeting

ASTANA – The 19th Central Asia – European Union Ministerial Meeting was held in Luxembourg on Oct. 23, reported the Kazakh Foreign Ministry’s press service. For the first time,...


President Tokayev Reiterates Kazakhstan’s Support for WHO

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is committed to supporting the World Health Organization (WHO) activities, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at an Oct. 23 meeting with WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and...


President Tokayev’s Republic Day Speech Unveils Nation’s Vision, Says State Counselor Karin

ASTANA — State Counselor Erlan Karin shared insights into the most significant ideological highlights from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s speech on the eve of Republic Day, shedding light on the...


Kazakh President Congratulates Citizens on Republic Day

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated citizens on Republic Day, the country’s major holiday celebrated on Oct. 25 every year, reported the Akorda press service. The President...


Kazakh Capital Welcomes WHO’s 73rd Session Shaping Health Priorities

ASTANA – Astana hosts the 73rd session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Europe on Oct.24-26, where the health agenda for the forthcoming years will be...


Kazakhstan’s Tennis Players Take Over ATP 200

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s tennis player Alexander Bublik defeated France’s Arthur Fils with a 6-4, 6-4 victory, securing his third ATP Tour title at the European Open in Antwerp on...


Kazakh Citizens Reflect on Country’s Development Ahead of Republic Day

ASTANA – The Declaration on the State Sovereignty of the Kazakh SSR (Soviet Socialist Republic), which was adopted on Oct. 25, 1990, marked a significant turning point in the...


KazISS Expert Discusses Political, Social, Cultural Significance of Republic Day in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – On the eve of Republic Day in Kazakhstan on Oct. 25, Iskander Akylbayev, the chief research officer at the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KazISS), shared insights...


Global Primary Health Care Conference 2023: High-Level Panel Session Calls for Action

ASTANA – The inaugural high-level panel session of the global conference on primary health care policy and practice convened in Astana on Oct. 23. It underscored the international shift...


Kazakhstan is Shining Beacon in Primary Health Care, Says Top WHO Official

ASTANA – The Kazakh capital is hosting an international conference on Oct. 23, which celebrates the 45th anniversary of the Alma Ata Declaration and the fifth anniversary of the...


Almaty, Astana Residents to Enjoy Theater Premieres, Festive Concerts, Sports Events to Mark Republic Day

ASTANA –  This year, the Kazakh capital will hold more than 200 cultural, educational, sports, and social events to celebrate the Republic Day on Oct. 25, reported the Kazinform....


Kazakhstan, WHO, UNICEF Open Global Primary Health Care Conference in Astana

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and WHO Regional Director for Europe Hans Kluge delivered remarks at the opening...


Republic Day in Kazakhstan Reflects Nation’s Journey to Peace

ASTANA — Kazakhstan celebrates Republic Day on Oct. 25, commemorating its sovereignty and resilience. In over three decades, the country made remarkable strides in its economic development and political...


Kazakh Athletes Win Four Medals as Asian Para Games Kicks Off in Hangzhou

ASTANA – The fourth Asian Para Games kicked off in Hangzhou on Oct. 22 with 131 Kazakh athletes participating in 14 sports, reported the Ministry of Tourism and Sports....


Kazakhstan Plans to Launch 170 Investment Projects Worth $2 Billion Until Year End

ASTANA – This year, Kazakhstan plans to launch 170 more projects worth 1 trillion tenge (US$2 billion) in investments, reported the Prime Minister’s press office on Oct. 23. This...


Kazakh Textile Artistry on Display at Asia Now Fair in Paris

ASTANA – The Fabric of Time: Three Generations of Kazakh Art exhibition, featuring contemporary works by Kazakh artists, took place at the Asia Now Fair in Paris on Oct....


Kazakhstan Reports Increase in Karatau Red Book Argali Population (Video)

ASTANA —This year’s autumn count has brought positive news for conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts. The Karatau argali, an endemic species of the reserve, has witnessed a population increase. The...


Katon-Karagai Enters Green Destinations Top 100 Stories List 2023

ASTANA – The Green Destinations Top 100 Stories list included the Katon-Karagai State National Natural Park this year, the first location from Kazakhstan to enter the tally, according to...


Almaty Aport Apples to Gain International Recognition as Kazakh Brand

ASTANA – The Almaty Region Apple Growers Association (ARAGA) is preparing the necessary paperwork to secure international geographical indication registration for Almaty Aport apples as a unique Kazakh brand,...


Kazakhstan’s First Participation in Contemporary Istanbul Fair Reveals International Demand for Kazakh Art 

ASTANA – This year, Kazakhstan participated in Contemporary Istanbul, Türkiye’s premier annual art fair, for the first time. Its 18th edition, which was held from Sept. 26 to Oct....


Kazakhstan to Become Central Asia’s Pioneer in Proton Therapy for Cancer Treatment

ASTANA – The Kazakh capital will open a new National Research Oncology Center (NROC) equipped with state-of-the-art technology next year, reported the Prime Minister’s press service on Oct. 18....


Youth Wing of Amanat Party Launches Nationwide Campaign to Protect Kazakhstan’s Heritage from Vandalism

ASTANA —Under the powerful slogan – No to vandalism! – the youth wing Zhastar Rukhy (Youth spirit) of the Amanat party has embarked on a significant nationwide initiative to...


Kazakhstan to Ratify Tokyo Convention to Enhance Higher Education Integration in Asia-Pacific

ASTANA – Kazakhstan aims to ratify the Asia-Pacific Regional Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications in Higher Education, commonly called the Tokyo Convention. The initiative aims to enhance cross-border...


Kazakh Boxer Janibek Alimkhanuly Tops The Ring’s Middleweight Ratings, Replaces Legendary Gennadiy Golovkin

ASTANA – American boxing magazine The Ring updated its middleweight ratings, with Kazakhstan’s Janibek Alimkhanuly claiming the top spot, Sports.kz reported on Oct. 20. The ranking excluded the previous...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakh President’s Official Visit to China

ASTANA – The Astana Times has picked a selection of articles on Kazakhstan published in international media across the world. This week’s foreign media digest includes articles on Kazakh...


Kazakhstan, EU Show Robust Political Commitment to Enhance Cooperation

ASTANA – Amid unprecedented geopolitical tensions, Kazakhstan and the European Union (EU) show solid political will to intensify their cooperation, Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko said at the...


Kazakh Experts Reflect on Tokayev’s Packed Visit to China

ASTANA – This week, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid an official visit to China. Lasting three days, the visit consisted of high-level meetings, strategic discussions, and agreements expected to...


Kazakhstan-China Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement to Come Into Forth Next Month

ASTANA – The agreement on mutual visa exemption between Kazakhstan and China, signed by both governments on May 17 in Xi’an, will come into force on Nov. 10, according...


EU Welcomes Kazakhstan’s Ambition to Become Transport and Logistics Hub

ASTANA – The European Union (EU) supports Kazakhstan’s aspiration to become a transportation and logistics hub, Hors Classe Adviser of the European Commission Henrik Hololei said at an Oct....


Annual Lotus Bloom in Kazakhstan Attracts Nature Lovers

ASTANA – Each summer in Kazakhstan, the blossoming lotus flowers become a news highlight, captivating both locals and international visitors. From mid-July, the Kigash-Shora River begins to be adorned...


Central Asia Gateway Secures Coveted Best Trade Information Portal Award at World Investment Forum

ASTANA — The online trade information hub, Central Asia Gateway, has been named the Best Trade Information Portal at the World Investment Forum in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates,...


Kazakhstan’s Saty Village Named UNWTO’s Best Tourism Village 2023

ASTANA – Saty village in the Almaty Region was named one of the Best Tourism Villages 2023 by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) on Oct.18 in Samarkand,...


Kazakhstan to Reduce Grain Export Supplies

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will reduce grain exports without affecting the domestic market, Vice Minister of Agriculture Azat Sultanov said on the sidelines of the KazAgro/KazFarm international exhibition on Oct....


Kazakh Cinema Makes Its Grand Debut on HBO

ASTANA – The Kazakh comedy “Sweetie, You Won’t Believe It” by the Art Dealers Film Production studio is set to premiere on the American pay television network HBO. This...


From Runway to Opera: Astana Presents Diverse Weekend Entertainment

ASTANA — The vibrant capital of Kazakhstan is gearing up to host an array of events this weekend. From dazzling fashion shows to exhilarating music events and mesmerizing performances,...