Editor’s Top Picks for Pre-Holiday Weekend in Astana

ASTANA  – December seems to be one of the busiest months of the year for many reasons. We summarize the results and draw up annual accounts at...


Kazatompom Completes Delivery of Uranium to Western Market Via Middle Corridor

ASTANA – The Kazatomprom national atomic company has completed a physical delivery of natural uranium to Western markets via the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), the so-called...


Kazakhstan Approves Sustainable Development Goals 2023 Action Plan

ASTANA – Kazakhstan approved the sustainable development goals (SDGs) 2023 action plan at a Dec. 21 meeting of the SDGs coordinating council chaired by Kazakh Prime Minister...


Tokayev Arrives in Uzbekistan As Part of Official Visit

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Tashkent for a state visit on Dec. 21, reported Akorda press service. Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev welcomed Tokayev at...


Kazakh Foreign Minister Welcomes EBRD Contribution to Kazakhstan’s Economic Development

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mukhtar Tileuberdi praised the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) for its contribution to Kazakhstan’s...


Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan Sign 40 Agreements Worth $2.5 Billion at Tashkent Business Forum

ASTANA – Some 40 agreements on investment, trade, and economic cooperation worth $2.5 billion were signed at the interregional Uzbek-Kazakh business forum on Dec. 21 in Tashkent,...


Central Asian Media Forum Addresses Women’s Role in Media and Civil Society

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has taken a number of progressive measures to combat gender inequality over the years of independence, thanks to the joint efforts of the state...


Central Asia Media Forum Highlights Media’s Contribution to Creative Sector

ASTANA – The participants of the Central Asia Media Forum discussed the role of communications in the creative industry at one of the panel sessions in Astana...


Kazakh PM and Deputy Chair of Reforms Council Sir Suma Chakrabarti Discuss Economic Prospects for 2023

ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov met with Deputy Chair of the Supreme Council for Reforms Sir Suma Chakrabarti to discuss plans for the upcoming year...


Early Presidential Election Paves Way for New Kazakhstan

The early presidential elections of November 20 not only confirmed President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s re-election but also brought an end to the most eventful and turbulent year Kazakhstan...


Kazakhstan Ranks 32 in Global Food Security Index, Improves Its Position

ASTANA – Kazakhstan ranked 32nd among 113 countries in the Global Food Security Index (GFSI) 2022 report that was released on Dec. 19 by the Economist Impact,...


Kazakhstan and UK Pledge to Strengthen Cooperation, Hold Strategic Dialogue Meeting in London

ASTANA – United Kingdom (UK) Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs James Cleverly and Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mukhtar...


Politicians, Experts Discuss Cooperation Through Multilateral Organizations at Central Asian Media Forum

ASTANA – The second day of the Central Asian Media Forum kicked off with the Multilateral organizations as a bridge of cooperation panel session.  Former Secretary General...


Kazakhstan Delivers Humanitarian Relief for Afghanistan Earthquake Survivors

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Afghanistan, Alimkhan Yessengeldiyev, and representatives of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) visited the Barmal district of Paktika province in...


Central Asian States Should Enhance Ties in Various Areas, Says Kazakhstan’s State Counselor

ASTANA – Central Asian countries should enhance ties in different areas, said Kazakhstan’s State Counselor Erlan Karin at a Dec. 20 Central Asian Media Forum in Astana,...


President Tokayev Calls to Expand Cultural, Humanitarian Cooperation in Central Asia at Media Forum

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev encouraged Central Asian countries to expand cultural and humanitarian partnerships as State Counselor Erlan Karin read the welcoming speech at the...


Dimash Kudaibergen Emphasizes Peace and Unity at Central Asian Media Forum in Astana

ASTANA – World-famous Kazakh singer Dimash Kudaibergen called on all people to make peace during the Ethics of Peace panel session as part of the first Central...


Central Election Commission Report: 130 People Nominated for Senate Elections

ASTANA – Some 130 people were nominated for the deputy elections to the Kazakh Senate (the upper house of the Parliament) to be held Jan. 14 next...


Astana Christmas Tree Lit Up at EXPO Square

ASTANA – The 25-meter-high Christmas tree was lit up in a festive ceremony at the International Exhibition Centre EXPO Square in front of the Nur Alem Pavilion...


Astana Hosts First Central Asian Media Forum, Brings Together World Experts to Share Insights

ASTANA – More than 100 international experts address media development and share insights and experiences at the first Central Asian Media Forum on Dec. 20 in Astana....


President Tokayev to Pay State Visit to Uzbekistan

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will meet with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev as part of the state visit to Uzbekistan on Dec. 21-22, reported the...


Kazakh, European Experts Discuss Reforms, Regional Shifts in Central Asia

ASTANA – The Center for International Relations and Sustainable Development (CIRSD) hosted an event devoted to reforms and geopolitical shifts in Central Asia via video conference on...


Kazakhstan’s National Bank Releases Togyzkumalak Collectible Coins

ASTANA – The National Bank of Kazakhstan released collectible coins dedicated to the Kazakh traditional game of Togyzkumalak on Dec. 15, reported the bank’s press service. Togyzkumalak,...


China Southern Airlines to Launch Flights Between Almaty and Xi’an

ASTANA – China Southern Airlines announced plans to launch flights between Almaty and the Chinese city of Xi’an from Dec.23, according to Kazakhstan’s Civil Aviation Committee. “As...


Kazakhstan Increases Coal Production Due to High Demand from Europe

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has increased its coal production to cover European demand, says the Coal 2022 report by the International Energy Agency (IEA) released on Dec. 16....


Mazhilis and Senate of Kazakhstan Endorse New Reforms to Procedures

ASTANA – The two chambers of the Kazakh Parliament, the Mazhilis and the Senate, adopted changes and additions to its regulations and procedures stemming from the country’s...


UN Names Kazakhstan’s Steppe Conservation Initiative One of the World’s Top 10 Restoration Project Flagships

ASTANA – The United Nations (UN) recognized Kazakhstan’s vast grassland restoration initiative as one of the top 10 World Restoration Flagship programs during the 2022 Montreal Biodiversity...


Dutch Company FoodVentures Develops Sustainable Greenhouse Production in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – FoodVentures has been sharing the highest Dutch operating practices in producing greenhouse vegetables with Kazakhstan since 2017. The company is engaged in the construction and...


Kazakh Artist Promotes History and Beauty Through His Tapestries

ASTANA – Kazakh artist Omirkeldy Abeuov, 74, created more than 60 wood and bone artworks and contributed to the development of wood art in Kazakhstan, but above...


Kazakh Kuresi Wrestling World Championship – An Expression of National Identity and Spirit Contest Held in Kazakh Capital

ASTANA – Kazakh kuresi or Kazakh wrestling is one of the most ancient national sports and has a sacred significance for the Kazakh nation as it reflects...