Astana Hosts Strategic Initiatives Forum, Gathers Top Level Experts and Scholars

ASTANA – Kazakh capital Astana hosted a Strategic Initiatives Forum on Nov. 16 gathering top scholars and experts to discuss their vision of Kazakhstan’s future and the...


Second Track Construction for Dostyk-Moiynty Railway Section Kicks Off in Karagandy Region

ASTANA – The construction of the second tracks on the Dostyk-Moiynty railway section, with a length of 836 kilometers, was launched on Nov. 17 as part of...


Kazakh President Tokayev Addresses Human Capital, Higher Education, Commends Creative Industry in Almaty

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke about the main directions in the nation’s education and the critical role of the creative industry at a meeting with...


EU, Kazakhstan Address Сommon Сhallenges with Mutual Trust and Respect, Says EU High Representative Josep Borrell

ASTANA – The European Union (EU) and Kazakhstan address common challenges with mutual trust and respect, said EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and...


Experience Kazakhstan and Central Asia Like a Local: Indy Guide Showcases Hidden Gems Through Sustainable Tourism

ASTANA – Imagine being guided through the Altai mountains listening to local tales or learning about early trade and commerce at the site of an ancient city...


Kazakhstan to Create National Council for Science and Technology

ASTANA – The National Council for Science and Technology will be established in Kazakhstan, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during his meeting with the public in Almaty on...


What Kazakh Youth Can Bring to Tackle Climate Issues

I had the honor to represent Kazakhstan at the 17th UN Youth Conference on Climate Change (COY17), held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, where young people from all...


Dimash Kudaibergen to Participate in TEDxGateway in India

ASTANA – Kazakh singer Dimash Kudaubergen will participate in the TEDxGateway conference in Mumbai, India, on Nov. 18, reported the TEDxGateway press service. “Dimash Qudaibergen, a single...


Kazakhstan Makes Preparations to Launch Flights to United States

ASTANA – The Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan is working to increase its technical capacity in preparation for the upcoming Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) International Aviation Safety Assessment...


Almaty Embodies Kazakhstan’s Independence, Says President Tokayev

ASTANA – The city of Almaty embodies Kazakhstan’s independence, said Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during his meeting with the public of Almaty on Nov. 16, reported the...


President Tokayev Addresses Foreign Policy, Nation’s Brand New Reforms and Women’s Status in Society During His Visit to Almaty

ASTANA – Kazakhstan pursues a foreign policy that aims to preserve national interests while promoting peace, trust, and cooperation, said Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during a Nov....


Education Experts See Election as Defining Moment For Future of Nation

ASTANA – As the campaigning continues nationwide, prominent academics discuss voter awareness and engagement necessary for driving social change ahead of the Presidential election on Nov. 20. ...


It Was Very Painful for Me as Almaty Native to See How Criminals Were Destroying City, Says President Tokayev Addressing January Unrest

ASTANA – The devaluation of the idea of justice and the mutual estrangement between the state and society were the main causes behind the January tragedy, said...


Kazakh Foreign Minister and Central Election Commission Chairman Brief Diplomatic Corps on Preparations for Presidential Election

ASTANA – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mukhtar Tileuberdi and Chairman of the Central Election Commission (CEC) Nurlan Abdirov presented a report on the...


Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia Keen to Expand Cooperation

ASTANA – Saudi Arabia is keen to strengthen cooperation with Kazakhstan for the interests of both peoples, Yahya Ahmad D Okeish, Chargé d’Affaires a.i. of the Kingdom...


President Tokayev Launches Construction of Multi-Brand Automobile Plant in Almaty

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev launched the construction of a multi-brand plant for the production of Changan, Chery, and Haval cars on Nov. 15 in Almaty...


Central Asian Changemakers Showcase Startup Ideas and Tech Solutions at EdTech Asia Summit in Singapore

ASTANA – A team of 13 education professionals from Central Asia took part for the first time in EdTech Asia’s sixth annual summit in Singapore in late...


We Are The World Children’s Artwork Exhibition Aims to Foster Creative Potential of the Youth

ASTANA – A children’s artwork exhibition titled We Are The World, held at the Astana Opera theater on Nov. 13, aims to promote children’s creative potential and...


Kazakh Financial Monitoring Agency Returns Over $650 Million of Illegally Obtained Assets in 10 Months

ASTANA – More than 300 billion tenge (US$652.5 million) in assets and funds were returned to the state in 10 months, said Chairman of Financial Monitoring Agency...


Astana to Host International Meeting on Syria Next Week

ASTANA – The 19th international meeting on Syria in the Astana format will be held in the Kazakh capital on Nov. 22-23, the Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson Aibek...


Kazakhstan’s GDP Grows 2.5 Percent in January-October

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 2.5 percent between January and October, said Minister of National Economy Alibek Kuantyrov at a Nov. 15 government...


We Are Well Underway to Build a Stronger Partnership With the Five Countries of Central Asia, Says EU High Representative

For centuries, connections between Europe and Central Asia have played a profoundly important role in shaping our societies. This was true long before trade flourished in the...


President Tokayev Meets with Leaders of New Movement, Encourages Youth Participation in Building Just Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s younger generation should constantly improve their skills, and comprehensively develop and learn languages, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at a Nov. 14 meeting with the...


CEC Accredits 641 International Observers for Presidential Election, Closes Accreditation

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Central Election Commission (CEC) accredited 641 observers from international organizations and foreign states, as the CEC completed accreditation on Nov. 14 at 6 p.m....


Kazakh Citizens Can Vote in November Presidential Election in 53 Countries

ASTANA – Kazakh citizens living in 53 countries abroad will be able to vote in the presidential elections on Nov. 20, said Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson Aibek Smadiyarov...


More than 70% of Kazakh Citizens Believe Country Headed in Right Direction, Says State Counselor Karin

ASTANA – More than 70 percent of Kazakh citizens believe the country is headed in the right direction, noted State Counselor Erlan Karin during an expert forum...


President Tokayev Highlights Kazakhstan’s Open Foreign Policy, Receives Credentials from Newly Appointed Ambassadors

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted Kazakhstan’s pursuit of a peaceful and open foreign policy to strengthen ties with other countries during a Nov. 14 ceremony...


Kazakhstan’s Legendary Dos-Mukasan Band: A Story of Perseverance, Love and Friendship

ASTANA – Kazakh songs have a distinctive sound that warms people’s hearts. The songs of Dos-Mukasan, a famous Kazakh rock and pop music group from the 1970s,...


Kazakhstan to Launch Flights from Almaty to Pakistan’s Karachi and Lahore

ASTANA – SCAT Airlines will launch regular flights between Almaty and Karachi, Lahore, said Kazakh Minister of Industry and Infrastructure Development Kairbek Uskenbayev during a Nov. 11...


Reforms in Kazakhstan Will Pave Way for Stronger Ties with EU, Says European Parliament’s Rapporteur

ASTANA – The ongoing reforms in Kazakhstan give the partnership between the European Union (EU) and Kazakhstan room to grow in all areas of cooperation, Klemen Groselj,...