Five Things to Know about Future of Energy in Central Asia

ASTANA – Central Asia and its neighboring countries need more energy to fuel their development, but climate change means they must significantly cut carbon emissions and accelerate...


Kazakhstan Amends Immigration Rules, Cancels Visa Run For Foreign Nationals

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has introduced amendments to the rules for the entry and stay of immigrants, canceling the visa run for foreign nationals, reported the Kazakh Ministry...


January Events on Video: Prosecutor General’s Office Releases Documentary with Chronology of Events that Shook Kazakhstan

ASTANA – The short documentary film “Qantar Okigasy” (January Events), published by the Prosecutor General’s Office of Kazakhstan on its official YouTube channel on Jan. 5, presented...


Respublica Party Registers in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Respublica, a new party founded by popular Kazakh entrepreneurs and public figures, received a state registration from the Justice Ministry on Jan. 18, the party’s...


Tokayev Highlights Promising Areas of Cooperation at Kazakhstan-UAE Investment Roundtable

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in the Kazakhstan – the United Arab Emirates (UAE) investment roundtable with UAE officials and business executives on Jan....


Presidents of Kazakhstan, UAE Sign Joint Statement, Stress Importance of International Organisations

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan signed a joint statement focusing on the...


Kazakhstan Wins Two Golds in Biathlon and Ski Jumping, Remains Unbeaten in Ice Hockey at FISU 2023

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s team continues its winning streak with two gold medals in biathlon and ski jumping, and an undefeated ice hockey team that is set for...


Kazakhstan Ranks 62nd Among 140 Countries in WJP Rule of Law Index

ASTANA – Kazakhstan ranked 62nd out of 140 countries in the Criminal Justice section of the World Justice Project’s Rule of Law Index 2022. Compared to 2021,...


Almaty Policemen Sentenced to Three Years for Using Torture against January Events Participant

ASTANA – The Bostandyk district court in Almaty decided on Jan. 17 to sentence two former police officers to three years in prison on charges of torture...


UAE Invest $146.6 Million in Kazakhstan in 2022

ASTANA – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) invested $146.6 million in projects in Kazakhstan in January-September of 2022, the QazTrade Center for Trade Policy Development reported on...


West to Increase Interest in Kazakhstan’s Natural Resources, Transport and Transit Potential, Says British Expert

ASTANA – The situation in Ukraine and a recent spike in the US-China tensions have increased Western interest in the development of rare earths in alternative jurisdictions,...


Kazakhstan, Harvard University Agree on Internship Partnership

ASTANA – Students from Harvard university have an opportunity to apply for internships in Kazakhstan, reported the press service of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education....


Kazakhstan to Intensify Cooperation with UAE, Says President Tokayev

ASTANA – The time has come to take cooperation between Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to new heights, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at a Jan....


Abu Dhabi Ports Group to Develop Maritime Cooperation With Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Abu Dhabi Ports Group plans to invest in Kazakhstan’s maritime sector. This was announced during a meeting with the company as part of President Kassym-Jomart...


Uzbekistan to Showcase 17 Historical Exhibits at Islamic Arts Biennale in Saudi Arabia

ASTANA – Uzbekistan will display 17 exhibits reflecting the country’s cultural heritage at the First Islamic Arts Biennale in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah for three months from Jan....


Kazakhstan Considers Introducing Ombudsperson Position For Rights of Socially Vulnerable Groups

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is considering introducing an Ombudsperson for the Rights of Socially Vulnerable Categories of the Population position, according to a draft decree published on Jan....


Kazakh Ethnic and Folk Group Releases Music For Acclaimed Uzbek-Turkish TV Series

PANAJI – Turan, an ethnic and folk group from Kazakhstan, completed the movie soundtrack for the second season of the Uzbek-Turkish TV series “Mendirman Jaloliddin” according to...


EBRD Contributes to Capital Market Development in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) supported Kazakhstan in establishing a legal framework for cross-border, over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives and repurchase agreement (repo) transactions...


Kazakh President Takes Part in Abu Dhabi Sustainable Week Summit

ASTANA – The world needs more green investments to save the planet, said Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at a Jan. 16 opening ceremony of the Abu Dhabi...


Tokayev Takes Part in Opening of Abu Dhabi Sustainable Week Summit 2023

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in the opening ceremony of the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Week (ADSW) Summit 2023, reported Akorda press service.  As part...


Twenty Senate Deputies Elected in Kazakhstan, as CEC Announces Final Results

ASTANA – Twenty deputies from 17 regions and cities of Astana, Almaty and Shymkent were elected to the Senate, an upper chamber of the Kazakh Parliament, on...


Kazakhstan Reiterates Its Commitment to Reaching Carbon Neutrality by 2060 at IRENA Assembly in Abu Dhabi

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Vice Minister of Energy Zhandos Nurmaganbetov reiterated the country’s commitment to reaching carbon neutrality by 2060, as the Kazakh delegation took part in the...


Kazakh President Arrives in UAE for Official Visit

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Jan. 15, reported Akorda press service.  Не is expected to meet with...


Buyratau National Nature Park Set to Become New Tourist Attraction Center

ASTANA – The Buyratau National Nature Park is still not as popular as conservation areas located in the southern and western parts of the country. Still, it...


Rare Bird Caught on Camera in Altyn Emel National Park (Video)

ASTANA  – Altyn Emel National Park located in the Almaty Region published a video of the rare Kumai bird species sitting on Ulken Kalkan mountain on the...


Beyond Astana: List of Outdoor Activities to Enjoy Outside City

ASTANA – The capital residents appreciate winter for many reasons and the opportunity to experience a wide range of outdoor fun is one of them.  Even though...


CEC Announces Preliminary Results of Senate Election in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Twenty senators representing 17 regions and three cities of national significance were elected on Jan. 14 to the Senate, an upper chamber of the Kazakh...


Kazakhstan’s Senate Election Begins Today

ASTANA – The election in the Senate of the Kazakh Parliament kicked off on Jan. 14 nationwide. Fifty-five candidates are listed on the election bulletins: four from...


Kazakh President Tokayev Addresses SDGs, Food and Water Security at Voice of Global South Summit

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed the need to pursue the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), climate change, food and water security in a joint effort with other...


Kazakhstan’s National Bank Keeps Base Rate at 16.75 Percent

ASTANA – The National Bank of Kazakhstan announced plans to keep the base rate at 16.75 percent during the Jan. 13 meeting of its Monetary Policy Committee,...