UNICEF Talks Focus on Future of Youth in Kazakhstan 

ASTANA – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Kazakhstan hosted its annual UNICEF Talks conference on youth issues on Sept.23. The conference, held in Astana in the...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakh-US Ties, President Tokayev’s Visit to Germany, Middle Corridor and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has picked a selection of articles on Kazakhstan published in international media across the world. This week’s foreign media digest includes articles...


President Tokayev Takes Part in Central Asia-Germany Summit  

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev participated in the C5+Germany dialogue of five Central Asian leaders with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Sept. 29 in Berlin, reported the...


Kazakhstan Wins Silver in Fencing at 19th Asian Games

ASTANA – The men’s epee fencing team from Kazakhstan was one win short of claiming the gold medal after losing to Japan at the 19th Asian Games...


Coordination and Cohesion: State Counselor Comments on Presidential Reforms

ASTANA – The essence of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s reforms in politics, economics and ideology lies in their coordination and cohesion, said State Counselor Erlan Karin in...


Kazakh, German Presidents Agree to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier agreed to enhance joint efforts to deepen multifaceted cooperation. The meeting took place on Sept....


President Tokayev Consolidates Ties with Leading German Companies

ASTANA – Following the business roundtable organized by the German Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations on Sept. 28 in Berlin, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev conducted...


Kazakhstan, Germany Investment Roundtable Explores Key Areas for Cooperation

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in the Kazakhstan-Germany business roundtable on Sept. 28 in Berlin under the auspices of the German Committee on...


LCOY Kazakhstan Empowers Youth to Lead Climate Action Efforts

ASTANA – Nazarbayev University hosted the Local Youth Climate Conference in Kazakhstan (LCOY Kazakhstan 2023) in Astana on Sept.28.  The event plays a major role in the...


Berlin Global Dialogue: President Tokayev Outlines Vision of Kazakhstan’s Role in Global Economy

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined his vision of Kazakhstan’s role in global economic processes during the Dialogue of Leaders session at the inaugural Berlin Global...


World Bank Review 2023: Kazakhstan Improves Budget Transparency, Faces Tax Policy Challenges 

ASTANA – The World Bank commended Kazakhstan’s progress in improving budget transparency and ensuring social protection, as well as covered complications in quasi-fiscal activities and revenue collection...


Kazakhstan, Germany Reaffirm Mutual Commitment to Deepen Relations

ASTANA – Kazakhstan attaches utmost importance to the development of cooperation with Germany, a key partner in the European Union (EU), said Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during...


Brazilian Vice Minister of Agriculture: Food Security in Brazil Means Peace 

ASTANA – Last week, a Brazilian delegation headed by Vice Minister of Agriculture of Brazil Roberto Perosa visited Kazakhstan and held negotiations with representatives of government agencies...


Kazakhstan’s Digital Tenge Set to Launch in 2025, Poised to Influence Global Discourse

ASTANA – In just three years, Kazakhstan anticipates the introduction of the digital tenge to an economy already experiencing a surge in cashless payments. National Payment Corporation...


President Tokayev Holds Meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held tête-à-tête talks with Germany’s Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz during his official visit to Germany on Sept. 28, reported the Akorda press...


Astana’s Autumn Delights: Tennis, Ballet and Cultural Tours

ASTANA — As autumn paints Astana with golden hues, October brings a burst of cultural vibrancy to the city. From diverse exhibitions to community gatherings, each day...


Think Tanks from OTS Call for Increased Cooperation Amid Geopolitical Turbulence

ASTANA – The Kazakh capital hosted the ninth meeting of foreign policy research centers from member and observer countries of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) on...


Kazakh Expert’s New Book on Middle Powers Included in UN Archives and Library

ASTANA – Miras Zhiyenbayev, a leading expert of the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KazISS), has presented his book “Widening the Scope: How Middle Powers are Changing...


Nazarbayev University Secures Spot in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024

ASTANA – Nazarbayev University (NU) has, for the first time, entered the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2024, landing in the top 30% of international...


National Bank Remains Committed to Ensuring Price Stability, Says Governor

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s National Bank remains committed to its primary mandate of ensuring price stability, aiming to alleviate pro-inflationary pressures and maintain inflation close to the medium-term...


Kazakh Shooters Claim Two More Gold Medals at Asian Games

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Zukhra Irnazarova took a shooting gold in the 10 meter running target contest on Sept. 28 at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China,...


Kazakhstan Advances in Establishing Cross-Border Hubs

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin convened a Sept. 27 meeting of the operational headquarters to monitor the progress in building transport, logistics and trade...


80 Years of Oralkhan Bokey: Versatile Storyteller of East Kazakhstan’s People and Nature

ASTANA – On Sept. 28, Kazakhstan celebrates 80 years of Oralkhan Bokey, a gifted writer whose captivating stories intertwined the lives of Kazakh villagers with the untamed...


Central Eurasian Startups Take Part in TechCrunch Disrupt 2023

SAN FRANCISCO – In a display of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit, startups from Kazakhstan, Mongolia, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan participated in TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 in...


Central Asia Boasts High Development Potential, Says IFC Regional VP

ASTANA – Central Asia has its own distinct development challenges and opportunities, and holds substantial development potential, said Hela Cheikhrouhou, International Financial Corporation (IFC) Regional Vice President...


Kazakh Athletes Secure Two More Bronze Medals in Wushu Sanda, Swimming

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s wushu sanda fighter Ayan Tursyn won a bronze medal in the 52-kilogram weight category at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou on Sept. 27,...


Astana Hosts ATP 250 Tennis Tournament

ASTANA – The ATP 250 Astana Open 2023, a world-class tournament, commenced in the Kazakh capital on Sept. 26, announced the Kazakhstan Tennis Federation. The event will...


EBRD Forecasts 5% Economic Growth in Kazakhstan for 2023-2024

ASTANA – The Kazakh economy is set to grow 5% in 2023-2024, despite some uncertainty arising from oil prices, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and...


COVID-19 Situation Stable in Kazakhstan, Says Healthcare Minister

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will not impose any COVID-19 related curbs, as the epidemiological situation remains stable in the country, said Kazakh Healthcare Minister Azhar Giniyat during a...


It Is Important to Support Kazakhstan in Achieving Clean Energy Security, Says Expert 

The President of Kazakhstan has stated in his recent state-of-the-nation address that amongst other major reforms to the structure of the economy he wants to seek the...