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ASTANA – In a wide-ranging interview on Jan. 3, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed Kazakhstan’s foreign policy, reflecting on the dynamics of relations with Russia, China, and the...
ASTANA – The participants of the international consortium for the nuclear power plant construction in Kazakhstan will be determined in 2025, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in an...
Interview with the Head of State for the Ana Tili Newspaper January 3, 2025 Dear Mr. President, last year in your interview with the newspaper Egemen Qazaqstan,...
ASTANA – Foreign exhibitions, festivals and theater tours that embrace the diversity and richness of Kazakh cultural heritage have strengthened cultural ties with other countries and promoted...
ASTANA—As the curtains fell on 2024, another year of global turbulence and uncertainty, Kazakhstan’s diplomacy is proving that bridges, not walls, hold the key to lasting influence....
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke about the Azerbaijani airline plane’s crash near Aktau at the end of December in a big interview with the Ana Tili...
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev shared the key outcomes of 2024 in an interview with Ana Tili (Mother Tongue) newspaper on Jan. 3. Exactly one year...
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke about the plans for the country’s development and priorities for 2025 in a traditional interview with the Ana Tili national newspaper...
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed legislative amendments on Jan. 2, introducing stricter regulations on the illegal trafficking of narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, their analogs, precursors,...
ASTANA—As the year ends, The Astana Times reflects on key events in Kazakhstan’s cultural scene. From cinematic triumphs to groundbreaking exhibitions, the nation has showcased its dedication...
ASTANA — Migration trends in Kazakhstan have shifted significantly from 2019 to 2024, reflecting broader economic and social changes. Migration plays a direct role in shaping the...
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the nation’s key developments in 2024 in his New Year address, saying the past year has been eventful for Kazakhstan and...
ASTANA – Betashar, a centuries-old custom of unveiling the bride, provides insight into Kazakh weddings, uniting families and communities. Like any significant celebration, Kazakh weddings are filled...
ASTANA – The Kazakh capital will celebrate New Year’s Eve with fireworks displays at the Botanical Garden and the area near the Atyrau Bridge at midnight on...
ASTANA — Startups from Central Eurasia, including Most Finance, JobEscape, and Speechsense.ai, secured $1.4 million in investments through the AlchemistX and Silicon Valley Residency Programs, the Kazakh...
Editor’s note: The Astana Times continues a section featuring articles by our readers. As a platform that values diverse perspectives and meaningful conversations, we believe that this...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s economy grew 5.1% this year, driven entirely by its non-oil sector, while exports of processed goods rose 10.2% to US$23.3 billion from January to...
ASTANA — As 2025 approaches, Kazakhstan’s startup ecosystem reflects on the significant strides made this year. According to the Digital Business Rating published on Dec.17, these are...
ASTANA – Black boxes of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane that crashed near Aktau on Dec. 25 will be sent to Brazil for decoding. According to the standards...
ASTANA – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) expressed condolences after the tragic crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane on Dec. 25 in Aktau and called for...
ASTANA—This year, 21 Kazakh universities were included in the QS World University Rankings list of the world’s top universities. Four Kazakh universities were also included in the...
ASTANA—Kazakhstan concluded its four-year chairmanship of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA), advancing its institutional growth. In an interview with Kazakhstanskaya Pravda...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s State Counselor Erlan Karin commented on the law signed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on amendments concerning state awards, education and the protection of the...
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev awarded Kazakh citizens for bravery, professionalism and civic responsibility in rescuing passengers from an Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) plane that crashed in the...
ASTANA — According to a Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KazISS) survey, this year was “generally good” for half of Kazakh citizens, or 52.3%, Kazinform reported on...
ASTANA—In 2024, Kazakhstan’s healthcare system underwent significant reforms to improve accessibility, efficiency and transparency. In an interview with The Astana Times, Minister of Healthcare Akmaral Alnazarova outlined...
ASTANA — President Ilham Aliyev reviewed the joint actions of the Azerbaijani and Kazakh governments following the tragic crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane near Aktau in...
ASTANA — This year has been full of historic achievements for Kazakh athletes on the world stage. It has undoubtedly elevated Kazakhstan’s status in the global sports...
ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a telephone conversation on Dec.28, initiated by the Russian side to discuss the investigation...
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev directed a thorough and impartial investigation into an Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Aktau at a Dec. 28 meeting in Astana, reported...
