Kazakhstan to Launch Direct Flights from Shymkent to Ankara

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will launch direct flights from Shymkent to the capital of Turkey, Ankara, reported the Civil Aviation Committee of Kazakhstan. FlyArystan plans to operate the...


Dimash Kudaibergen’s Solo Concert in Almaty Sold Out in 15 Minutes, Gathers Fans from Nearly 70 Countries

ASTANA – The concert of the Kazakh singer Dimash Kudaibergen will gather fans from 68 countries today on Sept. 23 in the Central Stadium in Almaty, reported...


New York Hosts C5+1 Meeting to Address Cooperation between Central Asia and US

ASTANA – New York hosted a regular C5+1 ministerial meeting on Sept. 22 gathering heads of foreign ministries of Central Asian states, including Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister...


Fifty Foreign Companies to Relocate to Kazakhstan, Says PM Smailov

ASTANA – Up to 50 companies are considering relocating to Kazakhstan, Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov said during the tenth Forum of Machine-Builders of Kazakhstan on Sept. 22,...


How to Make the Most of Last Warm Autumn Days in Kazakh Capital

ASTANA – Have you ever thought about why we appreciate and love fast-ending last warm autumn days so much?  For the weather, when the sun no longer...


Kazakhstan Sensationally Defeats Belarus, Advances to League B Division in UEFA Nations League

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s national football team advanced to League B after a historic win on Sept. 22 over the team from Belarus (2:1) on matchday five of...


Presidential Elections: Nomination of Candidates Begins in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – The nomination of candidates for the presidential elections scheduled for Nov. 20 begins in Kazakhstan today, Sept. 23, and will end at 6 p.m. local...


Kazakhstan to Select Supplier for Nuclear Power Technological Solutions in 2023

ASTANA – A supplier of technological solutions for the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan will be selected in the first quarter of 2023, said...


Foreign Affairs Minister Tileuberdi Speaks at High-Level UN Summit Dedicated to Minority Rights in NY

ASTANA – With more than 130 ethnic groups and 17 major religious faiths living in peace and harmony, Kazakhstan is deeply committed to providing a better life...


Kazakhstan and China Sign Memorandum on Mutual Settlements in Yuan

ASTANA – The National Bank of Kazakhstan and the People’s Bank of China signed a cooperation memorandum that allows for the development of yuan-based mutual settlements in...


Upcoming Presidential Elections Will Consolidate Kazakhstan Ahead of Continued Major Reforms, Says Erlan Karin

ASTANA – Amid increasing geostrategic turbulence, the upcoming presidential elections should boost consolidation in Kazakhstan before it enters a new stage of large-scale social and economic reforms,...


Kazakh PM and Eni Management Discuss Plans to Build New Gas Processing Plant

ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov reaffirmed his government’s full support for the Italian Eni giant consortium’s plan to build a one billion cubic meter gas...


Astana to Host WHO Regional Committee for Europe in 2023

ASTANA – Astana will host the 73rd session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Europe in 2023, announced WHO Regional Director for Europe Hans...


Summit to Transform CICA into Full-Fledged International Organization, Says Kazakh Foreign Minister

ASTANA – The upcoming sixth Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Summit on Oct. 12-13 in Astana will transform CICA into a full-fledged...


Kazakhstan: Upcoming Presidential Elections Offer Chance to Renew Credibility and Public Trust in State Institutions

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced early presidential elections for Nov. 20, kicking off yet another politically important season for the nation. With two months left, experts...


Kazakh Central Election Commission Approves Calendar Plan for Nov. 20 Presidential Elections

ASTANA – The Central Election Commission (CEC) approved the calendar plan for the presidential elections scheduled for Nov. 20, during a Sept. 22 CEC meeting. According to...


Kazakhstan’s Unique Story of Building Interfaith Dialogue and Co-existence Must Be Told, Says US Rabbi

ASTANA – With rising geopolitical confrontations around the world, the seventh Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions that took place in Astana on Sept. 14-15...


Dimash’s Norwegian Fan Club Travels to Kazakhstan to Watch Singer in Concert, Learn about Kazakh Culture

ASTANA – Norwegian Fan Club of the Kazakh singer Dimash Kudaibergen arrived in Almaty to catch the performer’s new show “Stranger” on Sept. 23, attend a fan...


International Transport and Logistics Forum Focuses on Kazakhstan’s Crucial Role in Connecting Asia and Europe

ASTANA – Kazakh Vice Minister of Industry and Infrastructure Development Almaz Idyrysov highlighted the country’s role as a vital land corridor between Asia and Europe during the...


Early Presidential Election to Transform Kazakhstan’s Political System, Says President Tokayev

ASTANA – The presidential election on Nov. 20 will kick off an electoral cycle that will completely transform the political system in the country, said Kazakh President...


President Tokayev Urges Proactive Approach in Addressing Global Challenges, Stresses Growing Mutual Distrust and Discompliance with UN Charter

ASTANA –  President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev urged world leaders to take a proactive approach in addressing global challenges by trying to prevent them from happening, rather than responding...


Kazakhstan to Hold Presidential Elections on November 20

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s presidential elections will be held on Nov. 20, 2022, based on the decree signed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev,  the Akorda press service announced on...


Tokayev Meets with UN, EU Officials While Attending UN General Assembly in New York

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev discussed the future of cooperation with top officials of international organizations and heads of state on Sept. 20-21 on the sidelines of...


Kazakhstan and UAE Sign Investment Agreements Worth $900 million

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) agreed to implement investment projects worth $900 million in different sectors of the economy as part of Kazakh...


‘At A Critical Time for Humanity’: Kazakh President Tokayev Addresses UN Assembly

NEW-YORK – At a momentous hour for the World Community, and at a United Nations General Assembly crowded with one of the greatest numbers of world leaders...


Kazakhstan’s Wheat and Meslin Exports Reach $1 Billion in January-July

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has exported nearly 3.3 million tons of wheat and meslin cereal worth $1 billion between January and July this year, reported the Energyprom analytical...


Prime Minister Smailov Inspects Housing Construction for Wildfire Victims in Kostanai Region

ASTANA – Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Alikhan Smailov visited the Auliekol village in the Kostanai Region on Sept. 16 to inspect the construction of new houses for...


Kazakhstan is Ready to Engage in High-Level International Dialogue, Promote Bilateral Relations With US, Says KazISS Director Yerkin Tukumov

ASTANA – Yerkin Tukumov, the director of the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies, spoke to the Kazinform news agency on Kazakhstan’s role in global security, President Kassym-Jomart...


Square in Astana’s Central Park to Be Named after Queen Elizabeth II

ASTANA – One of the squares in the capital’s Central Park will bear the name of Queen Elizabeth II, as per Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s decision, said...


President Tokayev Meets with Kazakh IT Community Working in New York

ASTANA – The new and fair Kazakhstan of today opens up opportunities for talented youth, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during a Sept. 19 meeting with Kazakh IT...