Kazakhstan’s Presidential Election Sees Close to 24 Percent Voter Turnout

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s presidential election sees 23.37 percent voter turnout, announced Central Election Commission (CEC) member Shavkhat Otemisov at a press briefing on Nov. 20. Kazakhstan holds...


Kazakhstan’s Presidential Election Begins Nationwide

ASTANA – Nearly 11 million citizens across Kazakhstan will head to polling stations today on Nov. 20 to vote for the country’s next President.  There are 11,950,485...


Legendary Almaty Aport Apple Has Glorious Past and Bright Future

ASTANA – Once widely known not only in the territory of Central Asia but also throughout the world, Aport apples have glorified the southern city of Kazakhstan...


New Documentary on Aral Sea to Explore Hope and Optimism Through People Devoted to Build Better Tomorrow (With Exclusive Film Stills)

ASTANA – From the fourth largest lake in the world to the youngest desert on earth the new documentary on the Aral Sea named “Mission: Find Aral”...


Kazakh Pop Star Dimash Kudaibergen Plays Dombra with Young Talented Musician (Video)

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s famous pop singer Dimash Kudaibergen shared a video on Instagram, which featured him and 14-year-old composer Nurdaulet Sagatbek playing Abdimomyn Zheldibayev’s kui, traditional musical...


Adani Group Considers Investing in Kazakhstan, Notes Its Transport Potential

ASTANA -Founder of the Indian Adani Group, Gautam Adani noted Kazakhstan’s transport and logistics’ high potential and offered to act as a strategic partner in constructing international...


Kazakh Officials Brief Foreign Media Representatives on Recent Political Reforms Ahead of Presidential Election

ASTANA – The government is determined that the election will be open, transparent, and fair, said the Kazakh officials during the meeting with the representatives of foreign...


Kazakh Law Enforcement Prevent Coup d’Etat Planned For Election Day (Video)

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s National Security Committee (NSC), with the assistance of the Prosecutor General’s Office, detained a criminal group in Almaty on Nov. 17 that attempted to...


Kazakh Foreign Minister Proposes Interregional Cooperation Programs During Central Asian and EU Foreign Ministers Meeting in Samarkand

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs Mukhtar Tileuberdi proposed that the EU delegation initiate new interregional cooperation programs during the 18th Meeting of...


Three Organizations to Take Exit Polls on Presidential Election Day in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Three organizations will take exit polls outside polling stations during the Nov. 20 presidential election, reported the Central Election Commission (CEC) on Nov. 14.  These...


Monument and Complete Collection of Works Honor Legacy of Kazakh Nation’s Teacher Akhmet Baitursynuly

ASTANA – A monument in Almaty honoring the founding father of the Kazakh alphabet Akhmet Baitursynuly, and an extended 12-volume collection of his works were presented to...


Kazakh Citizens Abroad to Cast Vote on Sunday

ASTANA – Few days before the election day in Kazakhstan, Kazakh citizens will be able to cast their vote in 53 countries. The Astana Times spoke to...


Some Tips On How to Spend the Weekend in the Kazakh Capital

ASTANA  –  Being one of the top tourist destinations in the country, Astana is famous for its futuristic buildings, and monumental architecture, it can grab your fancy...


CEC Members, ODIHR Observation Mission Meet in Astana Ahead of Presidential Elections

ASTANA – The Central Election Commission (CEC) Chairman Nurlan Abdirov spoke about the current stage of the election campaign and the results of the accreditation of international...


Kazakhstan and EU Agree to Strengthen Cooperation in Trade, Energy, Digital, and Logistics During EU Top Official Josep Borrell’s Visit

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the European Union (EU) plan to enhance cooperation in trade, digital, energy, and transport, announced Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs...


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...