Kazakhstan Exports IT Solutions to Tajikistan, Sierra Leone, Togo

ASTANA — Kazakhstan has signed licensing agreements with Tajikistan, Sierra Leone, and Togo to transfer domestic experience in creating electronic government systems, Acting Chairman of National Information...


International Canine Federation Preliminarily Recognizes Kazakh Tazy as Official Dog Breed

ASTANA — The General Committee of the International Canine Federation (FCI) decided on Sept. 4 to grant preliminary recognition to the Kazakh Tazy as an official dog...


President Tokayev Reviews Preparations for Fifth World Nomad Games

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev discussed the readiness of the national team, sports complexes, hotels, and cultural facilities during a Sept. 3 meeting on preparations for the...


Tengizchevroil Completes Turnaround Maintenance at Tengiz Oilfield

ASTANA – Tengizchevroil (TCO) has completed its planned turnaround maintenance on two of the five production trains at the Complex Technological Lines (KTL) plant in the Tengiz...


Global Anti-Nuclear Activist Kuyukov: We Should Not Hurt Our Earth

ASTANA – Driven by the great love for his father, the support and understanding of millions around the globe, the suffering of people from nuclear testing, and...


Bridging Digital Divide: Asia-Pacific Nations Convene in Astana 

ASTANA—The first Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Digital Inclusion and Transformation, uniting delegations from over 30 countries, commenced in Astana on Sept. 3. The three-day conference aims to...


Health Ministry: COVID-19 Situation in Kazakhstan Remains Stable

ASTANA – This year, the situation with COVID-19 infection will not worsen in Kazakhstan compared to last year, said Health Minister Akmaral Alnazarova on the sidelines of...


Kazakhstan Anticipates Over 100,000 Foreign Tourists for World Nomad Games

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is ready to welcome over 100,000 foreign tourists for the fifth World Nomad Games, scheduled for Sept. 8 to 13, said Deputy Minister of...


Experts Weigh in on Rise of Middle Powers in Central Asia, Highlight Greater Agency

ASTANA – The Central Asia-Caucasus Institute (CACI) hosted a webinar on Aug. 29, exploring the rise of middle powers in Central Asia, including Kazakhstan through its economic...


Kazakhstan’s Central Election Commission Begins Preparation for Referendum on Nuclear Power Plant

ASTANA—The Central Election Commission (CEC) held a press conference on Sept. 3 to explain the procedures for the national referendum on constructing a nuclear power plant, scheduled...


Kazakh Government Unveils Strategy to Implement Goals Set in Tokayev’s Address

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and high officials considered measures to implement tasks announced by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his annual state-of-the-nation address delivered on...


Int’l Tourists Show Increasing Interest in Kazakhstan Ahead of World Nomad Games 

ASTANA — International travelers are strongly interested in traveling to Kazakhstan during the fifth World Nomad Games. According to Amadeus, a leading international provider of IT solutions...


State-of-the-Nation Address: Outcomes Reviewed, New Goals Set

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined nine strategic directions in his annual state-of-the-nation address titled ‘Just Kazakhstan: Law and Order, Economic Growth, Public Optimism’ at a joint...


Inflation in Kazakhstan Slows Down to 8.4% in August

ASTANA — Inflation in Kazakhstan slowed down to 8.4% year-on-year in August, compared to 8.6% in July. “Prices for paid services increased by 13.6% over the year,...


Sustainable Future Within Reach: Promise of Digital Transformation

The development paradigm has shifted to ‘digital by default’ as a norm, reshaping societies and economies. As a hub for digitally driven innovations, Asia and the Pacific...


President Tokayev Highlights Importance of Nuclear Energy Development

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the critical need for nuclear energy development in Kazakhstan during his annual state-of-the-nation address on Sept. 2, reported the Akorda press...


President Tokayev Directs Efforts to Ensure Comprehensive Security for Citizens

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said during his Sept. 2 address that his main priority is to ensure Kazakhstan becomes a place of safety and comfort. He...


Experts, Officials Reflect on President Tokayev’s State-of-the-Nation Priorities

ASTANA—Sectoral experts and state officials shared their insights on President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s annual state-of-the-nation address on key priorities, such as economic reforms, support for small and medium-sized...


President Tokayev Prioritizes Developing Kazakhstan’s Industrial Potential and Transport Sector

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the need to maximize domestic raw materials and components and establish related industries around major enterprises in his Sept. 2 state-of-the-nation...


Tokayev Reiterates Need for Industry Experts, Future-Oriented Professions

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the need to address the critical shortage of experts in industries like water management, construction and energy, while also advocating for...


Tokayev Stresses Unity and Rule of Law in Vision for Kazakhstan’s Future

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the importance of Kazakhstan’s commitment to progress, urging the nation to look beyond provocations and rely on the rule of law...


Kazakh Capital Showcases Rare Surrealist Masterpieces by Salvador Dali

ASTANA — The HAS SANAT Art Gallery in the Kazakh capital hosts the “Salvador Dali: The Secret Writing” exhibition from Aug. 30 to Sept. 29. The exhibition...


Kazakh Energy Minister Strengthens Ties With China: Focus on Oil, Gas and Renewables  

ASTANA — Kazakh Energy Minister Almassadam Satkaliyev met with representatives from major Chinese energy companies and government agencies during his visit to China on Aug. 29- 30....


Tokayev Calls for New Law to Stimulate Economic Activity and Develop Fintech Sector

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called for a new banking law that meets the current challenges of stimulating economic activity and dynamic development of the fintech sector...


National Center for Artificial Intelligence to Open in Astana, Announces President Tokayev

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will establish a National Center for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Kazakh capital by next year, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced during his annual state-of-the-nation...


Kazakhstan, World Bank to Launch New Partnership Strategy 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the World Bank discussed the new five-year country partnership framework for 2025-2030, outlining key areas of the bank’s activities in Kazakhstan, including support...


Kazakhstan to Hold Referendum on Nuclear Power Plant in October

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s referendum on construction of a nuclear power plant is scheduled for Oct. 6, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced during his annual state-of-the-nation address to Kazakh...


President Tokayev Calls for Improved Investment Climate and Business Conditions in Address

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the need to enhance Kazakhstan’s investment climate and business conditions during his annual state-of-the-nation address on Sept. 2.  The President’s words...


Kazakh Intellectual Sports Teams Complete Preparations for Fifth World Nomad Games

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s national teams in Kazakh togyzkumalak, African ovari, and Turkish mangala held a final open training session on Aug. 28 at Nazarbayev University’s sports ground...


Resilient and Unstoppable: How Women Entrepreneurs in Kazakhstan and Beyond Defy Barriers, Redefine Success

ASTANA – In a world where patriarchy is still prevalent and an invisible ceiling keeps many women grounded, women – from the remote villages in the Kyrgyz...