Ethnovillage at World Nomad Games Celebrates Cultures, Ancient Traditions, Spirit of Unity

ASTANA – Throughout the World Nomad Games which triumphantly folded on the evening of Sept.13, the ethnovillage was a hot spot for locals and tourists to immerse themselves in...


Fifth World Nomad Games Culminates in Thrilling Horse Racing Spectacle

ASTANA—The final day of the Fifth World Nomad Games brought ancient nomadic traditions to life. Horse racing, a centerpiece of the event, captivated spectators with its speed, endurance, and...


Kazakh Capital to Host International Collegiate Programming Contest Finals Next Week

ASTANA — The Kazakh capital will host the 48th ICPC International Collegiate Programming Contest Finals for the first time on Sept. 15-20. Kazakhstan’s Presidential Center will host the opening...


Kazakh PM, Business Leaders Address Real Sector Development

ASTANA — Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting of the Council of Domestic Entrepreneurs, with the participation of the Atameken Chamber of Entrepreneurs and representatives of large businesses,...


Kazakh President, Singaporean Business Discuss Alatau City Project Implementation

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev discussed the implementation of the Alatau City project in the Almaty Region during a Sept. 13 meeting with Chairman of Asia Infrastructure Solutions...


News Digest: Foreign Media on World Nomad Games, Middle Corridor and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest includes the fifth World Nomad Games, the development of the...


Fifth World Nomad Games Final Day: Ordo Finals, Dimash Kudaibergen’s Solo Concert & Closing Ceremony

ASTANA — After the fifth day of the World Nomad Games, Kazakhstan’s national team secured 86 medals, including 33 gold medals, 25 silver medals, and 28 bronze medals. According...


Light Up Your September with Unique Art Exhibitions and Vibrant Festivals

ASTANA – After an exhilarating week at the World Nomad Games, the weekend is set to offer a fresh burst of excitement. Dimash fans can look forward to a...


AIFC Presents Islamic Finance Country Report

ASTANA — Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) presented the Islamic Finance Country Report, prepared under the technical assistance of the Islamic Development Bank by CSQ law, during Astana Finance...


German Federal Chancellor’s Visit to Kazakhstan to Strengthen Ties, Boost Regional Cooperation

ASTANA – German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz will pay an official visit to Kazakhstan on Sept. 16-17. During his visit, Scholz will meet with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and participate...


World Federation of Consuls, Nazarbayev University Sign Memorandum to Facilitate Partnership on Educational Initiatives

ASTANA — FICAC, a global network of Consular Associations, and Nazarbayev University (NU) signed a memorandum on Sept. 12. The memorandum symbolizes new beginnings and shared visions, aiming to...


Kazakh Athletes Secure Medals in Oware Competition

ASTANA – Two Kazakh athletes earned medals in the women’s oware competition, an intellectual game rooted in West African tradition. Assel Daliyeva secured the gold medal, while Ansagan Kozhanasip...


Kazakhstan Triumphs Kokpar Final in Tense Game Against Kyrgyz Republic

ASTANA – Kazakhstan emerges a winner in an exciting final of kokpar, a traditional “goat pulling” game on horses, on day five of the fifth World Nomad Games on...


World’s Strongest Men Compete in Powerful Nomad Contest 

ASTANA — The fifth World Nomad Games (WNG) showcased a stunning display of strength at the powerful nomad competition on Sept. 11 in Astana. Athletes from across the globe...


Turkic Countries Agree on Single Latin-Based Alphabet

ASTANA — The Turkic World Common Alphabet Commission has agreed on a proposal for a Latin-based Common Turkic Alphabet consisting of 34 letters during its third meeting, held from...


World Nomad Games Athletes Plant Trees in Astana

ASTANA – Togyzkumalak competition participants from the Kyrgyz Republic, Hungary, Germany, Bangladesh, Argentina, and other countries planted 50 spruce and pine seedlings along Turan Avenue in Astana as part...


Qatar to Implement Nine Investment Projects in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – The Mazhilis, a lower house of the Kazakh Parliament, ratified an agreement on Sept. 11 between Kazakhstan and Qatar on the establishment of a long-term strategic partnership...


Kazakhstan and Türkiye Review Security Cooperation

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Turkish Minister of National Defence Yaşar Güler on Sept. 11 to discuss cooperation in security, reported Akorda. Tokayev expressed satisfaction with the...


“Born Bold”: President Tokayev’s Words Put in Context of Kazakh Mentality, Development, Economy and Foreign Policy

ASTANA — Addressing the grand opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games on Sept. 8, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stressed that nomads are “born courageous” (quote ‘тумысынан қайсар, ‘tumysynan qaisar’...


Kazakhstan Clinches 21 Medals on Fourth Day of World Nomad Games

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s national team secured 21 medals on the fourth day of the World Nomad Games, including six gold, seven silver, and eight bronze. The overall medal count...


UNDP, Japan Launch $4.9M Project to Boost Urban Resilience in Central Asia

ASTANA – The UN Development Program (UNDP) and the Japanese government signed a $4.9 million project to strengthen urban resilience against climate-driven risks in Central Asia on Sept. 11...


Kazakh National Team Dominates Horseback Archery, Securing Six Medals in Four Days

ASTANA – Kazakh national team topped the medal standing in zhamby atu (horseback archery) after completing four days of competition on Sept. 11. Kazakh horseback archers claimed a total...


Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan Expand Cooperation in Gas Sector

ASTANA – The Kazakh Energy Ministry signed a Memorandum of Intent with Turkmenistan’s national gas company, Türkmengaz, to strengthen cooperation in the gas industry on Sept. 11. According to...


China, Central Asia Join Forces to Counter Terrorism, Combat Transnational Crime

ASTANA — China-Central Asia Public Security and Interior Ministers held an inaugural meeting on Sept. 10 in Lianyungang to deepen cooperation in public security and exchange experience in countering...


Kazakhstan Promotes Turkic Integration Ahead of OTS Summit

ASTANA – Preliminary results of Kazakhstan’s chairmanship of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) for 2023-2024 held under the TURKTIME! (Traditions, Unification, Reforms, Knowledge, Trust, Investments, Mediation and Energy)...


Kazakh Team Shines in Togyzkumalak Contest

ASTANA – The Kazakh national team won three gold medals and secured first place in the team standings for togyzkumalak (nine pellets) on Sept.11, reported the press service of...


Kazatomprom Secures License for Uranium Exploration in Turkistan Region

ASTANA – Kazatomprom National Atomic Company obtained the exclusive subsoil use license for uranium exploration at block 5 of Budenovskoye deposit, located in the Suzak district of the Turkistan...


Almaty Forum Promotes Cooperation in Asia-Pacific, Central Asia Financial Markets

ASTANA — Almaty hosts the 26th Annual General Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Association of Central Depositories (ACG) on Sept. 9-12, organized by the Central Securities Depository of Kazakhstan (KCSD)....


Nomads’ Ancient Intellectual Game Togyzkumalak Travels to Space

ASTANA – The board for the Togyzkumalak (nine pellets) game was taken to space on Sept. 9 to celebrate the Togyzkumalak Day and the fifth World Nomad Games and...


World Nomad Games: Kazakh Team Secures 48 Medals, Gets Ready for Fourth Day

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s national team leads the medal standings with 48 medals, including 21 gold awards, after three days of the fifth World Nomad Games (WNG) competitions, which take...


Kazakh Monetary Policy Committee Projects Base Rate Reduction to 11.9% by 2025

ASTANA – Members of the National Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) estimate the base rate to be 11.9% in 2025 and 10% in 2026, according to the National Bank’s...


Top Diplomats Discuss Global Challenges Before UN Summit of Future

ASTANA — In anticipation of the upcoming Summit of the Future, scheduled for Sept. 22-23 in New York, UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan Michaela Friberg-Storey, along with distinguished Ambassadors...


National Museum of Kazakhstan to Unveil Exhibition Dedicated to Dimash 

ASTANA – The Ministry of Culture and Information and the National Museum of Kazakhstan will unveil an exhibition dedicated to People’s Artist of Kazakhstan, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Dimash Kudaibergen...


Kazakh Team in Audaryspak Enjoys Victory at World Nomad Games

ASTANA – The Kazakh team clinched gold medals in three weight categories in audaryspak, a traditional horseback wrestling sport, on the first day of the fifth World Nomad Games....


Tokayev Endorses Skilled Professions, Industrial Growth in Kostanai Region

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reiterated the importance of promoting working professions, particularly among youth, as he toured the KamLitKZ iron foundry during his working visit to the Kostanai...


Qatari Investor to Attract Nearly $50 Million in New Airport Complex in Atyrau

ASTANA — A Qatari investor plans to attract nearly $50 million to construct a new airport complex at Atyrau International Airport named after Khiuaz Dospanova, as reported during a...


Astana Opera Starts New Theatrical Season with Blend of Kazakh Classics

ASTANA – Astana Opera House opened its 12th theatrical season with the “Kazakh Opera Gala” concert on Sept. 9, showcasing the rich tradition of Kazakh classical music, reported the...


UNESCO General Conference President Highlights World Nomad Games’ Role in Promoting Peace and Heritage

ASTANA – The President of the 42nd session of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)’s General Conference and Romanian Ambassador, Simona-Mirela Miculescu, has stressed the importance...


Kazakhstan to Continue Comprehensive Cooperation with IOFS on Food Security Issues

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu and Director General of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) Berik Aryn agreed to continue bilateral and...


Arab Investors to Partner with Kazakhstan in Water Sector Development

ASTANA – Kazakh Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov discussed the prospects for joint cooperation and potential projects with Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, CEO of the Saudi Fund...


World Nomad Games’ Third Day to Feature Nine Sports

ASTANA – The third day of the fifth World Nomad Games, Sept. 10, will feature nine sports, reported the Tourism and Sports Ministry’s press service. The Kazanat Hippodrome is...


Kazakhstan Strengthens Cooperation with UNWTO

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev confirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to close cooperation with the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and expressed readiness to implement joint initiatives in tourism at a...


Moody’s Upgrades Kazakhstan’s Ratings to Baa1, Outlook Stable

ASTANA — The international rating agency Moody’s upgraded the Kazakh government’s long-term local and foreign currency issuer ratings to Baa1 from Baa2 and changed the outlook to stable from...


Second Day: Kazakh Athletes Win 23 Medals at Nomad Games

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s national team won 23 awards, including 13 gold medals, on the second day of the World Nomad Games competitions. Batyr Beksauyt won gold in Asian-style zhamby...


Kazakhstan’s National Bank Releases Collectible Coins Dedicated to Jochi Khan

ASTANA—The National Bank of Kazakhstan issued collectible coins dedicated to Jochi Khan’s 800th anniversary as part of its Outstanding Events and People series. Jochi Khan is the eldest son...


Kazakhstan, UNWTO Agree to Promote Tourism

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Presidential Property Management Department signed a memorandum with the World Tourism Organization to develop tourism in Kazakhstan during a Sept. 7 round table. United Nations World...


Binance Kazakhstan Becomes First Digital Asset Platform to Receive AFSA Full Regulatory License

ASTANA — Binance Kazakhstan, the world’s leading cryptocurrency and blockchain infrastructure provider’s subsidiary, received formal approval from the Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA) for a full regulatory license on...


Nomadic Civilization Reexamined: International Conference Opens at World Nomad Games

ASTANA – The international scientific and practical conference, titled Nomads: History, Knowledge, Lessons, kicked off in Astana on Sept. 9, as part of the scientific program for the fifth...


Kazakh Athletes Win in Assyk Atu First Round, Reach Final in Audaryspak at Nomad Games 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s assyk atu (knocking out knucklebones) team managed to beat the Mongolian team in the first round with a score of 2:0 at the fifth World Nomad...


Great Steppe Gathering: World Nomad Games Commence with Spectacular Opening Ceremony

ASTANA—The fifth World Nomad Games (WNG) kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony at Astana Arena, celebrating the rich heritage and enduring spirit of nomadic peoples on Sept. 8. ...