Kazakh Animation on Rise Fueled by Devote Creators, Overcoming Financial Hurdles

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s golden age in animation lies ahead despite challenges such as the lack of adequate funding and commercial unfeasibility, according to the founders of Tasqyn...


Volunteers Discover Bronze Age Petroglyphs in Kazakhstan During Environmental Campaign

ASTANA – Petroglyphs dating back to the Bronze Age were discovered by volunteers of the nationwide Taza (Clean) Kazakhstan environmental campaign in the Zhambyl region, reported Tengrinews....


21-Year-Old Kazakh Author Presents Comic Book About Kazakh Khanate Founders

ASTANA — A 21-year-old Kazakh writer and comic author Ilyas Yusupzhanov presented a comic book about the founders of the Kazakh Khanate, Sultans Kerey and Zhanibek, at...


David Cameron’s Diplomatic Tour to Central Asia Ushers ‘New Era’ in UK Relations with Region

ASTANA—This week, the United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Cameron embarked on a diplomatic tour across the five Central Asian republics, which Cameron himself said opens a “new...


Kazakh Scholars Unlock European and Vatican Archives

ASTANA—Kazakh Minister of Science and Higher Education, Sayasat Nurbek, announced at an April 25 international conference in Turkistan, dedicated to the legacy of the Golden Horde, that...


Kazakhstan Continues Compensating Losses to Flood-Affected Population 

ASTANA — The Kazakh government compensated 12,642 families affected by devastating floods, the Prime Minister’s press service reported on April 26. To date, 21,658 applications have been...


Kazakhstan, China Set to Strengthen Allied Relations

ASTANA — The Kazakh and Chinese Foreign Ministries will strengthen and expand their partnership in all areas. This was stated at an April 25 meeting between Kazakh...


Kazakh Rural Regions Receive 250 Starlink Equipment

ASTANA — The Kazakh Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry on April 25 sent 250 Starlink terminals to three regions, with 138 terminals delivered to...


News Digest: Foreign Media on UK Foreign Secretary’s Visit to Kazakhstan, Chinese-Kazakh Ties and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest covers the U.K. Foreign Secretary David Cameron’ visit...


Kazakh President Appoints New Ombudsperson for Protection of Entrepreneurs’ Rights

ASTANA — On April 25, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev appointed Kanat Nurov as the Ombudsperson for the Protection of Entrepreneurs’ Rights, reported the Akorda press service. The main...


Kazakhstan, China Committed to Enhance Ties, Achieve Greater Results

ASTANA — Kazakhstan and China expressed their commitment to enhance bilateral relations and achieve greater results, as a delegation of Mazhilis, the lower house of the Kazakh...


President Tokayev Expresses Appreciation for China’s Efforts to Strengthen Cooperation  

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed appreciation for Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun’s contribution to strengthening good neighborliness, friendship, and mutually beneficial cooperation during an April 25...


Kazakhstan, UK Partner to Expand Electric Vehicle Infrastructure 

ASTANA — The Committee of Highways of the Kazakh Ministry of Transport and the United Kingdom’s Car Park Transformer Limited have signed an agreement to cooperate in...


Europe Supports Adoption of Law Criminalizing Domestic Violence in Kazakhstan

ASTANA — On the sidelines of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) in Strasbourg, French expert Carla Duat told Kazinform on April 24 that...


Kazakh and Turkish Business Leaders Ink 10 Commercial Agreements at Ankara Forum

ASTANA – Kazakh and Turkish business leaders signed ten commercial documents worth over $180 million at an April 25 business forum in Ankara, reported the Prime Minister’s...


Kazakhstan, Türkiye Set to Broaden Cooperation

ASTANA — Kazakhstan and Türkiye intend to explore new prospects for cooperation in various areas, increase trade volumes and facilitate investment during Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov’s visit...


Almaty Hosts Kazakhstan International Tourism Exhibition 

ASTANA – Almaty hosted the 22nd Kazakhstan International Exhibition Tourism and Travel (KITF) from April 24 to 26, serving as a wide-ranging professional platform for the tourism...


Kazakhstan Unites in Response to Flood Crisis

ASTANA – The flood that began at the end of March has become one of the largest disasters in Kazakhstan in the past 80 years. Ten of...


Unique Events to Mark End of April

ASTANA — Experience an exciting weekend ahead with a range of captivating events, from the prestigious Nobel Fest to drag racing. Immerse yourself in a curated selection...


Kazakhstan to Take Part in Construction of Trans-Afghan Railways

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is ready to engage in projects for the development of the trans-Afghan corridor, Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin said at an April 24 meeting...


Kazakhstan Wins Gold at International Collegiate Programming Contest Finals

ASTANA – Batyr Sardarbekov of Kazakhstan won the historic gold medal in the International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) World Finals 2022-2023, held from April 14 to 19...


Nearly One-Third of Financial Market Participants Use AI in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Some 31% of financial market participants use artificial intelligence (AI) in their activities, with the highest utilization level of 60% observed among second-tier banks, the...


President Tokayev Addresses Assistance for Flood Victims at Assembly of People of Kazakhstan

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed the government’s efforts to aid flood victims at the 33rd session of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan (APK) on...


KazMunayGas Supports Development of Oil and Gas Equipment Facility in Zhanaozen

ASTANA – Through its initiative to attract investors, KazMunayGas (KMG), the national oil and gas company, is set to establish an oil and gas equipment production facility...


World Bank Supports Kazakhstan’s Recovery Initiatives

ASTANA — The World Bank has expressed readiness to assist Kazakhstan with a $600 million Development Policy Loan to support recovery efforts following extreme flooding, said Vice-President...


Kazakhstan Prepares Gradual Compensation Plan for Oil Overproduction

ASTANA – In response to the decision of the 53rd meeting of the Joint Ministerial Monitoring Committee, Kazakhstan has prepared a detailed plan for the gradual compensation...


Germany Invests $770 Million in Kazakhstan in 2023

ASTANA – Last year, Germany made a record amount of investment of $770 million in Kazakhstan, according to a report presented by the Kazakh Invest national company...


Kazakh IT Professional Shares Inspiration, Challenges in Tech Journey 

ASTANA – A native of Kazakhstan, Nazerke Seidan’s career journey has spanned continents – from Europe to the United States and back to her home country, where...


World Bank Identifies 10 Steps to Address Middle Corridor Bottlenecks

ASTANA – The World Bank has identified 10 critical actions that can address the most pressing short-term bottlenecks across the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), also known...


Cameron Wants Stronger Kazakh Ties, Promotes Britain as Partner of Choice for Region

ASTANA – The United Kingdom seeks enhanced partnership with Kazakhstan in education, business, economy, energy, and climate change, said David Cameron, the U.K.’s Secretary of State for...