Education Leaders, Nobel Laureates Explore Role of AI in Astana

ASTANA – The Nobel Festival in Astana featured a spectacular plenary session on Oct. 5 that brought together education leaders and Nobel Prize winners from various fields...


Kazakhstan’s Karate Athlete Secures Ninth Gold Medal for Nation

ASTANA – Kazakh karate athlete Kaisar Alpysbay claimed the ninth gold medal for the country on Oct. 6 at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, announced...


Kazakhstan Can Emerge as Regional Leader in Gas Industry, Says QazaqGaz Chair

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has all the prerequisites to become a regional leader in the gas industry, said Sanzhar Zharkeshov, the chairman of QazaqGaz national gas company, at...


Digital Bridge 2023 to Host Robots Battle, Drone Racing and Pitching Zone

ASTANA – The best robots of the FIRST Robotics Competition will fight at a robotics exhibition during the Digital Bridge 2023 on Oct. 12-13 in Astana, reported...


Qatar’s Hassad Food Plans to Build Deep Grain Processing Plant in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Hassad Food, the Qatar Investment Authority’s investment arm, is set to launch a joint venture on building a plant for deep grain processing in the...


Kazakhstan’s Banking Performance to Moderate, Says Fitch Ratings Report

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s banking performance metrics will gradually moderate in the medium term due to slower inflation and potential additional regulatory charges, according to the latest Fitch...


Kazakhstan’s Energy Evolution and Geopolitical Aspirations 

Kazakhstan’s recent decision to embark on a referendum regarding the construction of its inaugural nuclear power plant marks a seminal moment in its energy trajectory. This strategic...


Exciting Weekend Ahead: Astana’s Event Lineup Promises Fun for All

ASTANA — This weekend promises to offer an exciting lineup of events in Astana, with a delightful mix of art, dance, music and cultural exploration. The city...


Kazakhstan and EU Start Streamlining Schengen Visa Process

ASTANA – Kazakh Minister of Internal Affairs Yerzhan Sadenov met with the Deputy Director General of the European Commission for Migration and Home Affairs, Johannes Luchner, to...


SCO Energy Forum in Astana Explores Ways Toward Energy Sustainability

ASTANA – Kazakh capital hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Energy Forum on Oct. 3, gathering energy ministers to discuss plans to develop cooperation. The SCO forum,...


New Silk Road Business Forum Addresses Middle Corridor Development

ASTANA – The New Silk Road business forum in Astana gathered experts to discuss the integration of transport systems and the development of the Middle Corridor route,...


Karate Athlete Nurkanat Azhikanov Secures Sensational Win for Kazakhstan at Asian Games

ASTANA – Kazakh karate champion Nurkanat Azhikanov (75 kg) won the gold medal for Kazakhstan in the final of the kumite discipline at the 19th edition of...


President Tokayev Congratulates Teachers, Raises Challenges in Education  

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated teachers on their professional holiday, and addressed pressing issues in the country’s education system during the National Congress of Teachers...


De Montfort University Opens Creative Hub in Almaty

ASTANA – De Montfort University Kazakhstan (DMUK) unveiled its creative hub in Almaty on Sept. 22, poised to play a crucial role in nurturing the creative industry...


European Parliament Aims to Forge Stronger Ties with Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko held meetings with members of the European Parliament (MEPs) during his working visit to Strasbourg. The discussions centered on...


Kazakh Prime Minister Talks Oil Field Development with ExxonMobil Executive

ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov discussed the development of the Tengiz and Kashagan oil fields with ExxonMobil Senior Vice President John Whelan on Oct.4, reported the...


Kazakh Cyclists Triumph in Asian Games 2023 Road Cycling Team Race

ASTANA — In a remarkable display of cycling prowess, Kazakhstan’s cyclists secured the top two positions in the group race on the road cycle. The nation’s cycling...


President Evaluates Capital’s Key Heating, Water and Power Infrastructure Projects

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev inspected industrial facilities in Astana, visiting the Turan and the South-East gas thermal power stations’ construction sites, the pump-filter station, and...


Astana Prepares for Secretariat Meeting of Congress of World and Traditional Religions Leaders

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is preparing to host the 21st meeting of the Secretariat of Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions scheduled for Oct. 11 in...


Kazakhstan Set to Launch 170 Projects in Manufacturing Sector This Year

ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to launch 170 projects in the food industry, construction, machine building, metallurgy, and other sectors this year, Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov said...


C5+1: US’ Enhanced Engagement with Central Asia

When considering the overseas allies and partners of the United States, one could be forgiven for not thinking of the countries of Central Asia. The average American...


Kazakh President Visits Newly Opened Schoolchildren’s Palace in Astana

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited the Sana Schoolchildren’s Palace today, which has recently opened on the left bank of the Kazakh capital, the Akorda press service...


President Tokayev Congratulates Shell on 30th Anniversary in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated the global energy group Shell on its 30th anniversary of operations in Kazakhstan at the ceremony in Astana on Oct. 3,...


Kazakhstan Reaffirms Commitment to Enhancing Food Security at Ninth OIC Ministerial Conference

ASTANA – Kazakhstan expressed readiness to make a substantial contribution to resolving food security issues in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states at the ninth...


Kazakhstan, Qatar Plan to Create Joint Commerce and Industry Chamber

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Qatar are set to launch a joint chamber of commerce and industry to boost trade and economic ties, as was announced during a...


Energy Leaders in Astana Laud Kazakhstan’s Energy Transition as Positive Example

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s journey toward energy transition can serve as a good example for other oil-producing countries, said keynote speakers at a plenary session of the KazEnergy...


Kazakhstan Welcomes Millionth Tourist of 2023

ASTANA – The eQonaq information system, responsible for tracking and analyzing tourist movements and migration control in Kazakhstan, marked the arrival of the millionth tourist of the...


KazEnergy Forum Highlights State-Business Partnership for Carbon Neutrality

ASTANA – The first day of the 15th KazEnergy Eurasian Forum on Oct. 3 focused on the government and private sector partnership to achieve carbon neutrality by...


Kazakh Cyclist Alexey Lutsenko Wins Gold Medal at Asian Games

ASTANA — Kazakh cyclist Alexey Lutsenko won the gold medal at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou on Oct. 3, reported the National Olympic Committee’s press service....


Kazakh President Chairs Meeting on Returning Illegally Acquired Assets 

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a meeting with senior government officials on Oct. 2 to check the work the government is doing to return...