First-Ever Local Mayor Elections Align with Kazakhstan’s Political Modernization

ASTANA – Last month, Kazakhstan held first-ever pilot elections of akims (mayors) in districts and cities of regional significance. Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KazISS) defined the...


Kazakhstan, China Agree on Some Articles of Transboundary Water Management 

ASTANA — The Kazakh Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation marked a significant achievement in its negotiations with China on Dec. 21 concerning a water distribution agreement,...


Kyrgyz Parliament Adopts Bill to Redesign State Flag

ASTANA – The parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic adopted a bill to change the state flag in the second and third readings without discussion, Kazinform reported on...


Kazakh Businesses to Expand Presence in Iranian Market

ASTANA — A soon-to-be-finalized free trade agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and Iran will elevate annual mutual trade to $18-20 billion and open doors for...


EDB Report Warns of Looming Water Crisis in Central Asia by 2028

ASTANA — A recent report by the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) released this November projects a potentially chronic shortage of water resources by 2028, estimating a deficit...


Saudi Arabia’s Flynas to Launch Almaty – Riyadh Flights Next Year

ASTANA – Saudi Arabia’s Flynas low-cost airline will start operating Almaty – Riyadh flights seven times per week from the spring-summer season next year, reported the Foreign...


Pre-Festive Weekend Awaits Astana

ASTANA – The final weekend preceding the extended Christmas and New Year holidays in the Kazakh capital offers a diverse range of events tailored to various interests,...


Kazakhstan Association of Blockchain Technologies  Outlines Major Changes in Legislation 

The Kazakhstan Association of Blockchain Technologies and Data Centres has revised specific regulations of Kazakhstan’s tax legislation, which previously hindered the development of digital mining and digital...


Kazakhstan Set to Increase Exports to Pakistan by $21.5 Million

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is ready to increase exports to Pakistan on 40 processed goods worth $21.5 million, Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev said at a...


Kazakhstan Initiates Construction of Railway to China to Boost Freight Turnover

ASTANA — Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov officially commenced the construction of the Bakhty-Ayagoz railway line, spanning 272 kilometers in the Abai Region via a teleconference on Dec....


Kazakhstan Observes Positive Trends in Employment

ASTANA – Kazakhstan employed 908,500 people as part of the regional employment maps in 11 months of this year, the Prime Minister’s press service reported in a...


UN General Assembly Adopts Resolution on Semipalatinsk Rehabilitation

ASTANA – The United Nations (UN) General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution on international cooperation and coordination for the human, ecological, and economic rehabilitation of the Semipalatinsk...


President Tokayev Holds Strategic Talks with Business Leaders on Kazakhstan’s Economic Growth

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev convened a meeting on Dec. 20 with representatives of Kazakhstan’s business community to discuss topical issues of the high-quality and sustainable development...


Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia Strengthen Strategic Partnership

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu highlighted the strategic importance of intensifying cooperation between the public and private sectors of Kazakhstan and...


George Washington University Holds Discussion on Aral Sea Crisis

ASTANA – The George Washington University and the Kazakh Embassy in the United States discussed the shallowing of waters, including the Aral Sea, on Dec. 11, reported...


Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan Accelerates Sustainable Strategy Through Partnerships

ASTANA — Catalin Radu, the director-general of the Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan (AAK), sheds light on the organization’s role in fostering international collaboration, particularly in the realm...


Kazakhstan Expands Tourism Horizons with Malaysia’s AirAsia 

ASTANA — Deputy Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerzhan Yerkinbayev held a meeting with representatives from Air Asia X, led by General Director Benjamin bin Ismail on...


Burabay National Park Kicks Off Winter Season 

 ASTANA – Burabay State National Natural Park commenced its winter season with a festive concert at the Kazakh Lapland on Dec. 17. Known for its breathtaking nature,...


Oxford Historian Explores Central Asia’s Importance Beyond Being Bridge 

ASTANA – Central Asia played a crucial role throughout history in shaping global connections, but it does not always need to be seen solely as a bridge...


UN Experts Assess Readiness of Kazakh Troops for Peacekeeping Activities

ASTANA – The United Nations (UN) experts conducted a comprehensive inspection of the material and technical base and the level of training of Kazakh military personnel planning...


Kazakh Anti-Corruption Agency Recovers $120 Million After Investigation Probes

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Anti-Corruption Agency recovered $120 million in December as a result of investigations on the fund embezzlement from Kazakhtelecom and the Transport Service Center against...


Kazakhstan in 2023: A Year in Review

As 2023 draws to a close, it is a good opportunity to reflect on a year that has seen some remarkable developments in Kazakhstan. The year began...


Kazakh Uranium Exports Reach Record High in 2023

ASTANA — Kazakhstan has reported record-breaking exports of processed uranium in the first ten months of 2023. The total value of uranium sales abroad during this period...


Dota 2 Finals in Riyadh Masters Conclude with Kazakhstan Emerging Victorious

ASTANA — The Dota 2 finals in Riyadh reached a spectacular conclusion on Dec. 17, with the Kazakhstan team emerging as the triumphant champions, announced the Qazaq...


First Oxford Kazakh-English Dictionary Unveiled at Nazarbayev University

ASTANA – Nazarbayev University (NU) hosted a presentation of the first Kazakh-English and English-Kazakh Oxford Qazaq Dictionary on Dec. 19, developed by the Qazaq Tili international association,...


Investments in Kazakh Airports Infrastructure Totals $2.4 Billion

ASTANA – Investments in Kazakh airports infrastructure reached $2.4 billion, said Kazakh Minister of Transport Marat Karabayev at a Dec. 19 government meeting chaired by Prime Minister...


New Qalam Platform Makes Central Asian History Available to Everyone

ASTANA – Qalam, a new online historical and educational platform, offers wider access to Kazakh and Central Asian history, making it easier for audiences to engage and interact...


Diplomatic Business Club Reviews Kazakhstan’s Investment Opportunities

ASTANA – The Diplomatic Business Club (DBC) members gathered on Dec. 14 in the Kazakh capital to explore investment opportunities in Kazakhstan and discuss the upcoming fifth...


Kazakhstan to Launch Flights to Mumbai, New York, Shanghai, Singapore, Tokyo in 2024-2025

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is set to launch flights to Mumbai, New York, Shanghai, Singapore, and Tokyo in 2024-2025, said Kazakh Minister of Transport Marat Karabayev at a...


Air Passenger Traffic at Kazakh Airports Nears 13 Million This Year

ASTANA – In January-November, Kazakh airlines transported 12.3 million passengers, which is 23% more than last year, said Kazakh Minister of Transport Marat Karabayev at a Dec....