Kazakhstan’s ITS Launches First ETF in Central Asia

ASTANA — The International Trading System (ITS) launched Central Asia’s first exchange-traded fund (ETF) on Nov. 7, broadening investors’ access to global securities. The fund, ITS World,...


Kazakhstan’s Regional IT Hubs Empower Local Startups and Bridge Digital Divide

ASTANA – The Ulytau Hub, Kazakhstan’s 17th regional innovation center, opened in Zhezkazgan on Nov. 5 with support from Astana Hub, the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations,...


Kazakhstan, Switzerland Sign Memorandum on Assistance in Asset Recovery

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Prosecutor General Berik Asylov and Vice Director of the Swiss Federal Office of Justice Laurence Fontana Jungo signed an intergovernmental memorandum of understanding to...


Kazakhstan Observes US Presidential Elections for First Time

ASTANA – For the first time, a Kazakh delegation, led by Central Election Commission (CEC) Chairman Nurlan Abdirov, participated in observing the presidential elections in the United...


Kazakh Classic ‘My Name is Kozha’ Presented at UNESCO in Paris

ASTANA – The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) headquarters in Paris hosted a presentation of the Kazakh novel “My Name is Kozha” by renowned children’s...


Kazakhstan’s Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative Wins Prince William’s Earthshot Prize 2024

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative earned the 2024 Earthshot Prize in the Protect and Restore Nature category, as was announced at a star-studded award ceremony...


Record-Breaking 35 Kazakh Universities Enter QS Asia University Rankings 2025

ASTANA – Kazakhstan set a new record in higher education with 35 universities featured in the QS Asia University Rankings 2025, a ranking of Asia’s best universities,...


Kazakhstan Reaffirms Commitment to ICAO’s Goal of Net-Zero Emissions by 2050

ASTANA – Kazakhstan affirms commitment to the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) goal of achieving net-zero emissions from international flights by 2050, Kazakh Vice Minister of Transport...


Kazakhstan and Mongolia Pursue Anchor Projects to Boost Trade and Industry

During Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s visit to Mongolia on Oct. 28-29 for a meeting with President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh, Tokayev emphasized the need to increase cooperation in the...


Tokayev’s Return to Paris Strengthens Strategic Partnership with France

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid an official visit to France on Nov. 4-5, meeting with French President Emmanual Macron and top business leaders. In a rapidly...


Kazakh Government Unveils Program to Revive Legendary Aport Apple

ASTANA — The Kazakh government has unveiled a program to revive the legendary Aport apple, aiming to cultivate the unique variety from 2024 to 2028. The initiative,...


Tokayev’s Visit to France: Diplomatic Warmth, Cultural Exchange

ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s visit to France brought significant agreements, business partnerships, diplomatic warmth and cultural highlights, deepening ties between Kazakhstan and France through official...


President Tokayev Advocates Economic Integration, Digital Progress at OTS Summit

ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) summit in Bishkek, the Kyrgyz Republic, on Nov. 6, marking 15 years of regional...


Kazakhstan, France Joint Declaration: Bolstering Strategic Partnership

ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and French President Emmanuel Macron issued a joint declaration on Nov. 5, reinforcing Kazakhstan-France relations with commitments to peace, mitigation of...


Tokayev Engages French Companies on Energy, Transport Development

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with French business leaders to discuss collaborative opportunities in the energy, nuclear power and logistics sectors following the investment roundtable...


UN Day in Astana Honors Strong Partnership and Kazakhstan’s Rich Culture 

ASTANA – The United Nations (UN) day was celebrated in Astana with a performance of the Kazakh musical “Zhibek” at the Zhastar theater on Nov. 5. This...


Tokayev Highlights Economic Cooperation as Pillar of France-Kazakhstan Partnership

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted economic cooperation as a cornerstone of the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and France during an investment round table in Paris on...


Kazakhstan Steps Up to Plate on Climate Change – Creating Road Map for More Sustainable Future 

The world is confronting an incontrovertible truth: the effects of climate change are no longer a distant threat, but a reality requiring urgent action. From extreme weather...


Kazakhstan, France Adopt Joint Declaration to Strengthen Strategic Ties

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and French President Emmanuel Macron adopted a joint declaration to strengthen their strategic partnership at a joint media briefing on Nov. 5...


France, Kazakhstan Forge Stronger Ties as Presidents Meet in Paris

ASTANA –  French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Paris on Nov. 5, marking a pivotal step in the evolving strategic partnership between France...


UK Ambassador Highlights Strengthened Climate Initiatives in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Kazakhstan Kathy Leach highlighted the importance of climate initiatives in the bilateral ties with Kazakhstan and expressed the U.K.’s...


Paris Unveils Exhibition of Great Steppe Artifacts

ASTANA – The Guimet National Museum of Asian Arts in Paris opened the “Kazakhstan: Treasures of the Great Steppe” exhibition on Nov. 5, showcasing artifacts covering nearly...


Kazakhstan Expands Trade Ties at China International Import Expo

ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov took part in the opening of the seventh China International Import Expo on Nov. 5 in Shanghai to expand trade...


Kazakhstan, France Strengthen Ties with 24 New Agreements at Business Council Meeting

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and France signed 12 interdepartmental agreements and 12 commercial contracts valued at $2.2 billion at the 13th meeting of the Kazakh-French Business Council on...


Kazakhstan, South Korea Strengthen Strategic Partnership

ASTANA – South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol emphasized the importance of enhancing multifaceted cooperation with Kazakhstan to strengthen strategic partnership at a Nov. 4 meeting with...


Central Asia – Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum Boosts Trade, Energy, and Tech

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu participated in the 17th Central Asia – Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum on Nov. 4 in...


Kazakhstan Organizes Catering Seminar for Kyrgyz Teachers

ASTANA – The Kazakhstan Agency for International Development (KazAID) hosted a professional development seminar on catering for Kyrgyz teachers from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1 in Almaty,...


Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Plant Decision Might Deepen Strategic Partnership with France, Tokayev Told Le Figaro

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s decision to build its first nuclear power plant might expand mutually beneficial cooperation with France in the nuclear industry, contributing to global energy security,...


Kazakhstan Calls for Investors with ‘Born Bold’ Global Campaign 

Kazakhstan has unveiled a new ‘Born Bold’ campaign to showcase “why Kazakhstan is an investment opportunity for businesses and governments around the world.” The promotion highlights the...


Kazakhstan’s Ecology Minister Shares Expectations Ahead of COP29 in Baku

ASTANA – Multilateral initiatives on carbon farming, a global low-carbon platform, more than 40 thematic sessions, and its national pavilion – these are the priorities for Kazakhstan...