Almaty to Open Visitor Center in Tuyuk-Su Tract

ASTANA – A modern visitor center will be opened in the Tuyuk-Su tract, Almaty, the city administration’s press service reported on Feb. 12. The center, estimated to...


Steve Barakatt to Perform at Astana Opera on International Women’s Day

ASTANA – Steve Barakatt, the world-renowned composer and pianist, will perform at Astana Opera on March 8 in celebration of International Women’s Day, announced the theatre’s press...


Almaty Unveils Exhibition on Golden Horde’s Legacy

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Central State Museum in Almaty unveiled an exhibition on Feb. 20 aimed at promoting the country as the successor of the Golden Horde empire...


Fun Things to Do in Astana and Almaty Before February Ends

ASTANA – This week is packed with thrilling events, from vibrant ballets to exciting hockey matches. Dive into the excitement and enjoy an unforgettable time filled with...


Sanremo Junior Kazakhstan Final to Select Winner for Italy Competition

ASTANA – The final of the Sanremo Junior Kazakhstan children’s competition will take place on Feb. 22 in Aktobe, where a grand prix winner will be chosen...


Deputy Minister Reveals One Place in Kazakhstan That Will Take Your Breath Away

ASTANA – Towering limestone cliffs, endless horizons, and surreal landscapes – Bozzhyra is a sight to behold. Located in the Mangystau Region, this natural wonder is the...


Kazakh Airlines to Launch New Flights to Georgia and China in May

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s airline Air Astana plans to launch direct flights from Atyrau in the western part of the country to Tbilisi, Georgia, on May 27, reported...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Dimash Qudaibergen, Kazakhstan-Jordan Ties, Middle Corridor and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest highlights Kazakhstan-Jordan cooperation, the Middle Corridor, Dimash Qudaibergen’s...


Kazakh Ministry Submits Tax Code Amendments to Parliament, Proposing 16% VAT

ASTANA – The Kazakh Ministry of National Economy submitted a package of amendments to the draft Tax Code to the Mazhilis, a lower house of Parliament, on...


Tokayev Orders Stricter Industrial Safety After Fatal Mine Collapse

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev condemned the unacceptable state of labor safety following the Feb. 17 mine collapse at Kazakhmys corporation in the Ulytau Region, reported Akorda....


Hungarian Minister Unveils Nuclear, Oil, and Agricultural Projects with Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó outlined plans for deepening economic ties with Kazakhstan in a Feb. 17 interview with Kazinform news...


Kazakhstan Strengthens Transit Network with Strategic Cargo Terminals

ASTANA — Kazakhstan is expanding its global transport and transit network by developing new terminals at key international cargo hubs. Projects are underway in countries like Azerbaijan,...


Kazakhstan Ramps Up Investment Push

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov convened a meeting on Feb. 20 to assess the progress on boosting investments in the country’s economy.  The meeting’s main...


Kazakhstan Plans to Expand Air Transport Network

ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to increase its aircraft fleet from 104 to 221 by 2030 and expand its international routes from 119 to 200, according to Kazakh...


Kazakhstan’s Aviation Sector Gears Up for Major 2030 Expansion

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s civil aviation sector saw notable growth in 2024, with airlines carrying 14.7 million passengers, an 11% increase from the previous year, said Kazakh Deputy...


Astana Advances Smart City Initiative with AI-Powered Surveillance, Digital Twin Technology

ASTANA — The Kazakh capital is set to advance urban management with a Smart City project to enhance public safety and operational efficiency. The initiative, backed by...


Kazakhstan’s Banking Sector Set for Steady Growth in 2025

ASTANA – The banking sectors in Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan are expected to remain resilient in 2025, according to an S&P Global Ratings latest report...


Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Acknowledges Kazakhstan’s Role in Strengthening Global Interreligious Dialogue

ASTANA – Grand Imam of Al-Azhar University Sheikh Ahmed El-Tayeb emphasized Kazakhstan’s significant role in advancing global interreligious dialogue and expressed willingness to continue collaboration, notably in...


Kazakhstan Seeks to Unlock Economic Potential of Vast Coal Reserves

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is one of the world’s biggest coal producers, along with China, India, the United States, Russia, Australia, and South Africa. The country exports and...


Kazakhstan, Jordan Joint Statement: Boosting Trade, Energy, Culture, and Direct Flights

ASTANA – The joint statement adopted on Feb. 19 by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein emphasized the need to deepen trade and...


Tokayev Visits Jordan to Strengthen Trade and Economic Cooperation

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited Amman on Feb. 19 to bolster cooperation, trade, and economic relations between Kazakhstan and Jordan. During his meetings with King Abdullah...


Kazakhstan Reports No Restrictions on Oil Exports Via Caspian Pipeline

ASTANA – There are currently no restrictions on Kazakh oil from the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), and shipments are carried out as scheduled following a massive drone...


Kazakhstan to Open First External Sea Terminal in Poti This April

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s first external sea terminal will open in Poti, Georgia, in April, Kazinform reported on Feb. 18, citing Jibek Joly TV Channel. The $30 million...


Chinese Company to Implement Nearly $12 Billion Project in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – China’s East Hope Group (EHG) plans to establish a vertically integrated non-ferrous metals production facility in Kazakhstan, featuring an industrial park, a mining and processing...


Almaty Hosts First UNESCO Global Youth Forum

ASTANA – Almaty hosted the opening of the First Global Youth Forum of UNESCO Clubs and Associations on Feb. 19, welcoming over 150 participants from nearly 60...


Pre-Trial Investigation Launched into Mine Collapse in Central Kazakhstan

ASTANA – A pre-trial investigation has been launched into the Feb. 17 collapse at the Zhomart mine in the Zhanaarka district of Kazakhstan’s Ulytau Region, which left...


Kazakhstan, UK Want Stronger Cooperation in Infrastructure Projects

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom seek closer cooperation in infrastructure development. Astana hosted the Build Together infrastructure roundtable on Feb. 18, gathering government representatives, investors,...


What You Need to Know About Kazakhstan’s New Visas Targeting Global Talent 

ASTANA — The Kazakh Foreign Ministry hosted a briefing on Feb. 18 to explain three new visa categories targeting skilled professionals, entrepreneurs and remote workers seeking long-term...


Seven Dead in Mine Collapse in Central Kazakhstan 

ASTANA –  A rock mass collapsed in the Zhomart mine in the Zhanaarka district of Kazakhstan’s Ulytau Region on Feb. 17, killing seven workers, the Emergency Situations...


New Air Routes Between Almaty and Beijing, Chengdu Set for 2025

ASTANA – Almaty is set to introduce new air routes in June to China, including flights to Beijing and Chengdu, following an agreement signed with Air China...