Caspian Pipeline Consortium’s Debottlenecking Program Increases Kazakhstan’s Shipments in 2022

ASTANA – The Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) debottlenecking program allowed for an increase in the pipeline capacity to approximately 72.5 million tons per annum from Kazakhstan in...


Tokayev Reaffirms Kazakhstan’s Position on Russia-Ukraine Conflict in Phone Conversation with Zelenskyy

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s position on the necessity of a diplomatic solution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict based on the United Nations Charter and universally...


Kazakh Labor Ministry to Implement Employment Plan in Regions

ASTANA – Nearly 950,000 people will be employed in 2023 as part of the regional employment road map, said Kazakh Minister of Labor and Social Protection of...


Kazakhstan, Netherlands Eхplore New Investment Opportunities at Forum in Naaldwijk

ASTANA – Kazakh and Dutch officials and business leaders explored new investment opportunities and cooperation prospects at a Feb. 16 Kazakhstan-Netherlands Investment Roundtable in the city of...


Spanish Ambassador to Kazakhstan Sees Ties Growing between Two Countries

ASTANA – Bilateral ties between Kazakhstan and Spain are growing as they crossed a 30-year milestone last year. The ambition that Kazakhstan and Spain demonstrate, the dynamism...


Kazakh Search Dogs Help Find Earthquake Survivors in Türkiye (Video)

ASTANA – Kazakh-trained search dogs are helping in identifying the whereabouts of people trapped behind layers of concrete and the wreckage in Türkiye, the Kazakh Emergency Situations...


Kazakhstan, France to Intensify Ties in Culture and Sports

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and France will intensify their collaboration in culture, tourism and sports, said Kazakh Minister of Culture and Sports Askhat Oralov in a Facebook post...


Turkic States United in Helping Earthquake-Struck Türkiye

ASTANA – Kazakhstan sent more than $3.6 million to Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD) official relief account, the Turkish Embassy in Astana wrote on its...


Kazakhstan, India Explore Ways to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and India agreed to diversify bilateral cooperation in medicine, pharmacology, agriculture, information technology, space, and energy. This was announced during the meeting between Deputy...


Our Top Priority is to Support Kazakhstan towards More Sustainable, Equitable Future for All, Says UN Resident Coordinator

ASTANA – Twenty-seven agencies, 380 staff members, and a firm commitment to ensure every woman, man, girl, and boy are not left behind on a developmental journey....


Kazakhstan, UAE Agree to Enhance Cooperation in Public Administration

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) agreed to bolster cooperation in public administration during the World Government Summit on Feb. 13-15 in Dubai, reported...


Astana to Host BIZZ Awards Eurasia 2023 in May

ASTANA – Astana will host the BIZZ Awards Eurasia 2023 at the Sheraton Astana Hotel on May 25-28, announced the Kazakh Tourism national company. The awards ceremony...


Kazakhstan to Convert Regional Presidential Residences for Children’s Needs

ASTANA – The presidential residences in the cities of Aktobe, Atyrau, Aktau, Kostanai and Taraz will be converted to better serve the needs of Kazakhstan’s children on...


Kazakhstan to Open Branches of Twelve Foreign Universities by 2029

ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to open 12 branches of foreign universities by 2029, said Kazakh Minister of Science and Higher Education Sayasat Nurbek, as Kazinform reported on...


Unique Nomadic Spirit: Kazakhstan Presents Traditional Folk Art at International Crafts Fair in India (Video)

ASTANA – Kazakh traditional folk art and culture was presented at the 36th Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2023, which takes place on Feb. 3-19 in Faridabad, Haryana...


Kazakhstan to Deliver 55 Tons of Additional Humanitarian Relief to Türkiye

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will deliver 55 tons of additional humanitarian assistance for the earthquake victims in Türkiye at the instruction of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, reported the Prime...


President Tokayev Visits Akmola Region to Inspect Agricultural, Medical and Educational Facilities

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited the Akmola Region on Feb. 14 to review its agricultural, medical, and educational facilities, the Akorda press service reported.  Agriculture and...


Kazakhstan Wins Most Trending Tourism Destination Award in India

ASTANA – Kazakhstan received the award as the most trending excursion destination for Indian travelers at the Versatile Excellence Travel Awards (VETA) ceremony in New Delhi, the...


Kazakhstan’s GDP Grows 5.6 Percent in January 2023

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 5.6 percent in January, said First Vice Minister of National Economy Timur Zhaksylykov at a Feb. 14 government...


Kazakh CEC Accredits 62 Int’l Observers So Far Ahead of Election, Considers Applications from 12 More Observers

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Central Election Commission (CEC) accredited 62 international observers and received applications from 12 more observers from six states and two international organizations, reported CEC...


Kazakhstan to Deliver Additional Humanitarian Assistance to Earthquake-Hit Türkiye

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will provide additional humanitarian assistance to the Turkish earthquake zones, the Akorda press service reported on Feb. 14. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed the government...


Kazakh FM Visits Portugal to Boost Business Ties and Political Dialogue

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Portugal agreed to intensify cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres. This was announced at a Feb. 13 meeting between...


Dutch Company Shares Advanced Agricultural Methods with Kazakh Farmers

ASTANA – A Dutch company, Koppert Biological Systems, offers innovative solutions in sustainable agriculture as part of its cooperation with Kazakhstan. The company produces products for the...


Astana Hosts 10th Asian Indoor Athletics Championships

ASTANA – The 10th Asian Indoor Athletics Championships took place in the Kazakh capital on Feb. 10-12. The tournament brought together approximately 300 athletes from 30 countries...


Humanitarian Aid from Kazakhstan Keeps Flowing to Türkiye and Syria

ASTANA – According to the Turkish Embassy in Kazakhstan, four tons of humanitarian aid collected by Astana residents were delivered to charitable organizations in Türkiye on Feb....


Fifth Digital Almaty 2023 Forum ‘Digs Deeper’ into World of High Tech

ALMATY – The fifth Digital Almaty 2023 forum held Feb.2-3 in the southern capital of Kazakhstan, brought together 30,000 participants from more than 30 countries, representing more...


Kazakhstan’s Air Astana to Resume Almaty-Chengdu Flights

ASTANA – The Air Astana national carrier will resume Almaty-Chengdu flights starting on Feb. 15, reported the company’s press service. The flights will be operated on Wednesdays...


Kazakhstan to Double Basic State Pension in Four Years, Strengthen Social Support System

ASTANA – The Kazakh government is considering a new Social Code, projecting a 51 percent basic pension growth in four years, reported the ministry’s press service.  Minister...


Former Taldykorgan Policemen, Accused of Torture with Hot Iron, Sentenced to Prison

ASTANA – The Zhetisu regional court in Taldykorgan sentenced five former police officers to prison terms on Feb. 10 after they were found guilty of torturing detainees...


First Inter-Parliamentary Forum in Central Asia Pledges Greater Cooperation in Economic and Cultural Areas

ASTANA – The role of parliamentary diplomacy has grown amidst a tense geopolitical situation and global economic instability, said Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his address to...