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ASTANA – Kazakhstan is introducing updated visa regulations to create favorable conditions for business immigrants, skilled professionals, and travelers starting from Nov. 18. The new measures include...
ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu urged to develop concrete proposals for the prompt resolution of ongoing conflicts at an Extraordinary Arab...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s population grew by over 1.4 million people from 2019 to 2023, reaching 20,033,842 by the end of 2023, Economy.kz reported in an analytical article...
ASTANA – The 22nd round of talks on Syria, known as the Astana Process, kicked off on Nov. 11 with the participation of 11 delegations, reported the...
ASTANA – Kazakh junior chess players secured three silver and one bronze medals at the International Chess Federation (FIDE) World Youth Chess Championships 2024, held from Oct....
ASTANA – Kazakhstan is cementing its position as a regional powerhouse for industrial growth and innovation, attracting foreign investments in logistics, green technologies, and manufacturing. During the...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s team claimed 17 medals, including three gold, five silver, and nine bronze, at the 2024 World Sambo Championships, held on Nov. 8-10 in Astana,...
ASTANA – In the first nine months of 2024, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and China reached $33 billion, Kazinform reported on Nov. 9, citing China’s General Administration...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan is ramping up agricultural exports while meeting domestic needs, increasing preferential financing in the agro-industrial sector, reforming the subsidy system, and enhancing the production...
ASTANA – The Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program has invested more than $9 billion in Kazakhstan projects out of nearly $51 billion across Central Asia...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s tourism revenue increased by 13.4% this year. According to Kazakhstan’s Bureau of National Statistics’ (BNS) October report, the growth is mainly driven by visitors...
ASTANA – Oliver Stolpe, regional representative of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for Afghanistan, Central Asia, Iran, and Pakistan, highlighted Kazakhstan’s efforts to...
ASTANA – Kazakh pop singer Dimash Qudaibergen captivates audiences worldwide with his remarkable talent, using his music to promote Kazakh culture and inspire fans to learn the...
Editor’s Note: The Astana Times continues its series of articles, Exploring Kazakhstan, City by City, in the marvelous city of Kyzylorda. We are setting out to unveil...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan is focused on preserving its rare wildlife and actively restoring animal populations by reintroducing species like kulan, tigers and Przewalski’s horses to freely roam...
ASTANA – The second leg of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Women’s Grand Prix Series 2024-2025 concluded on Nov. 9 in Shymkent, with Kazakhstan’s Bibisara Assaubayeva securing...
Editor’s note: The Astana Times continues a section featuring articles by our readers. As a platform that values diverse perspectives and meaningful conversations, we believe that this...
ASTANA — East Kazakhstan’s native Azhar Toleukanova emerged as the top female competitor at the international Dala Mergeni (The Steppe Shooter) 2024 traditional archery tournament in Shymkent...
ASTANA – Ninety years after its first concert, the Kurmangazy orchestra of Kazakh national instruments continues to color the vast landscape of Kazakh music, showcasing national instrumental...
ASTANA – This week in Astana and Almaty is packed with thrilling events, from vibrant concerts to interesting lectures. Dive into the excitement and enjoy an unforgettable...
ASTANA – The Eurasian Civil Aviation Conference (EACAC), which includes Armenia, Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, held its inaugural meeting in Almaty on Nov. 6....
ASTANA – Kazakhstan was ranked among the top five most desirable new destinations in the 23rd Annual Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, reported Wanderlust magazine. The country placed...
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masatsugu Asakawa on Nov. 8, where they discussed future economic priorities, including a $300 million...
ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest includes President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s visit to France, the...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has secured the 48th position globally for artificial intelligence (AI) readiness, following Russia, which holds 47th place with a 0.56 index, according to the International...
ASTANA – The Organization of Turkic States (OTS) adopted an updated flag symbolizing unity and shared heritage at its 11th summit in Bishkek, reported Kazinform on Nov....
ASTANA – The adoption of green technologies, development of sustainable agriculture, and use of alternative energy sources will help Kazakhstan not only adapt to climate challenges but...
ASTANA – The Kazakhstan Agency for International Development (KazAID) handed over a training manual to support students at the Baltagulova Vocational Lyceum in Ak-Korgon, the Kyrgyz Republic,...
Editor’s note: The Astana Times continues a section featuring articles by our readers. As a platform that values diverse perspectives and meaningful conversations, we believe that this...
ASTANA — The International Trading System (ITS) launched Central Asia’s first exchange-traded fund (ETF) on Nov. 7, broadening investors’ access to global securities. The fund, ITS World,...
ASTANA – The Ulytau Hub, Kazakhstan’s 17th regional innovation center, opened in Zhezkazgan on Nov. 5 with support from Astana Hub, the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations,...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Prosecutor General Berik Asylov and Vice Director of the Swiss Federal Office of Justice Laurence Fontana Jungo signed an intergovernmental memorandum of understanding to...
ASTANA – For the first time, a Kazakh delegation, led by Central Election Commission (CEC) Chairman Nurlan Abdirov, participated in observing the presidential elections in the United...
ASTANA – The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) headquarters in Paris hosted a presentation of the Kazakh novel “My Name is Kozha” by renowned children’s...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative earned the 2024 Earthshot Prize in the Protect and Restore Nature category, as was announced at a star-studded award ceremony...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan set a new record in higher education with 35 universities featured in the QS Asia University Rankings 2025, a ranking of Asia’s best universities,...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan affirms commitment to the International Civil Aviation Organization’s (ICAO) goal of achieving net-zero emissions from international flights by 2050, Kazakh Vice Minister of Transport...
During Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s visit to Mongolia on Oct. 28-29 for a meeting with President Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh, Tokayev emphasized the need to increase cooperation in the...
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid an official visit to France on Nov. 4-5, meeting with French President Emmanual Macron and top business leaders. In a rapidly...
ASTANA — The Kazakh government has unveiled a program to revive the legendary Aport apple, aiming to cultivate the unique variety from 2024 to 2028. The initiative,...
ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s visit to France brought significant agreements, business partnerships, diplomatic warmth and cultural highlights, deepening ties between Kazakhstan and France through official...
ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) summit in Bishkek, the Kyrgyz Republic, on Nov. 6, marking 15 years of regional...
ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and French President Emmanuel Macron issued a joint declaration on Nov. 5, reinforcing Kazakhstan-France relations with commitments to peace, mitigation of...
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with French business leaders to discuss collaborative opportunities in the energy, nuclear power and logistics sectors following the investment roundtable...
ASTANA – The United Nations (UN) day was celebrated in Astana with a performance of the Kazakh musical “Zhibek” at the Zhastar theater on Nov. 5. This...
ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted economic cooperation as a cornerstone of the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and France during an investment round table in Paris on...
The world is confronting an incontrovertible truth: the effects of climate change are no longer a distant threat, but a reality requiring urgent action. From extreme weather...
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and French President Emmanuel Macron adopted a joint declaration to strengthen their strategic partnership at a joint media briefing on Nov. 5...
ASTANA – French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Paris on Nov. 5, marking a pivotal step in the evolving strategic partnership between France...
ASTANA – Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Kazakhstan Kathy Leach highlighted the importance of climate initiatives in the bilateral ties with Kazakhstan and expressed the U.K.’s...
ASTANA – The Guimet National Museum of Asian Arts in Paris opened the “Kazakhstan: Treasures of the Great Steppe” exhibition on Nov. 5, showcasing artifacts covering nearly...
ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov took part in the opening of the seventh China International Import Expo on Nov. 5 in Shanghai to expand trade...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and France signed 12 interdepartmental agreements and 12 commercial contracts valued at $2.2 billion at the 13th meeting of the Kazakh-French Business Council on...
ASTANA – South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol emphasized the importance of enhancing multifaceted cooperation with Kazakhstan to strengthen strategic partnership at a Nov. 4 meeting with...
ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu participated in the 17th Central Asia – Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum on Nov. 4 in...
ASTANA – The Kazakhstan Agency for International Development (KazAID) hosted a professional development seminar on catering for Kyrgyz teachers from Oct. 21 to Nov. 1 in Almaty,...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s decision to build its first nuclear power plant might expand mutually beneficial cooperation with France in the nuclear industry, contributing to global energy security,...
Kazakhstan has unveiled a new ‘Born Bold’ campaign to showcase “why Kazakhstan is an investment opportunity for businesses and governments around the world.” The promotion highlights the...
ASTANA – Multilateral initiatives on carbon farming, a global low-carbon platform, more than 40 thematic sessions, and its national pavilion – these are the priorities for Kazakhstan...
ASTANA – Qazaqstan Investment Corporation (QIC) drives growth in Kazakhstan’s economic development through private equity investment, implementing 118 projects and creating over 20,000 jobs across key sectors...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan signed eight commercial agreements worth $2.5 billion with Chinese companies during Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov’s working visit to Shanghai on Nov. 4, reported...
ASTANA — Bishkek will host high-level discussions at the 11th Summit of the Heads of State of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) on Nov.6. Under the...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has dispatched 16.7 billion cubic meters of water to the Caspian Sea through the Zhaiyk River since the start of the year, reported the...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s first tungsten processing plant was launched in the Almaty Region on Nov. 1, marking a milestone for the domestic mining industry and strengthening Kazakhstan’s...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and France are expanding the scope of their bilateral relations beyond traditional trade to a strategic partnership, deepening cooperation each year through official visits,...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Murat Nurtleu met with South Korean companies to advance major hospital and industrial projects during his...
The ConnectED 2024 conference, held in Astana on Oct. 17-18, marked a significant milestone in Kazakhstan’s ambition to become a leading academic and research hub in Central...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s proximity to Russia, China, Central Asia, and the Caspian region strengthens its role as a key gas exporter. The nation’s traditional export markets are...
Editor’s Note: The Astana Times continues its series of articles, Exploring Kazakhstan, City by City, in the marvelous city of Pavlodar. We are setting out to unveil...
ASTANA — In Almaty, a dedicated group of volunteers is working to rescue abandoned dogs, providing them with medical care, finding temporary shelters, and seeking out responsible...
ASTANA – Two travelers from Slovakia set out on an extraordinary adventure, traversing a remarkable range of temperatures—from minus 48 to plus 30 degrees Celsius—over 29,700 kilometers...
ASTANA – In October, Kazakhstan marked the 130th anniversary of Saken Seifullin, an iconic poet and writer who profoundly impacted Kazakh literature and played a prominent role...
ASTANA — inDrive, formerly known as inDriver, was rebranded in 2023 to reflect its commitment to social impact. Founded on principles of justice and independence, the company...
ASTANA – A new adapted version of the Kazakh poet Abai’s philosophical work has been released in three languages, titled “Legacy to the Next Generation. Words of...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable (KGIR) showcased the emerging trends in the investment landscape on Nov. 1, culminating in a landmark $7 billion in signed agreements....
ASTANA – This weekend is perfect for spending time with family or friends and exploring unique cultural events. The Astana Times team has highlighted the most exciting...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan introduced the Neo Nomad Visa on Nov. 1 for foreign tourists who work remotely while traveling across countries, reported the Tourism and Sports Ministry’s...
ASTANA – A Kazakh delegation led by Vice Minister of Transport Talgat Lastayev has reached an agreement with Vietnam, Morocco, Ethiopia, and Rwanda to increase permitted flight...
ASTANA – The UN appointed Stephen O’Malley as the interim Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan on Nov. 1, reported the UN’s press service in Kazakhstan. With over 25...
ASTANA – As a tourist brand, Visit Astana, the Kazakh capital, became an official member of the World Tourism Alliance (WTA) at the WTA Xianghu Dialogue 2024...
ASTANA – The Astana Times has curated a selection of articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest includes topics such as Kazakhstan’s...
ASTANA – Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov held meetings on Nov. 1 with key leaders in railway engineering, medical technology, and agriculture to discuss investment and localization opportunities...
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will pay a state visit to France on Nov. 4-5 at the invitation of President Emmanuel Macron, reported Akorda. High-level talks during...
ASTANA – Kazakh freestyle wrestler Nurkozha Kaipanov secured the gold medal at the 2024 World Wrestling Championships in non-Olympic weight divisions, held on Oct. 28-31 in Tirana,...
The global environmental community is preparing for the 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), which will take place in...
ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held meetings with the leaders of international organizations and companies on the sidelines of the 36th plenary meeting of the...
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined key investment areas and promised to keep taking consistent systematic actions to improve working conditions for the country’s investors during...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Presidential Center unveiled the “Triptych on humanity, monuments and nature” international exhibition from the collections of the Bihar Museum of India on Oct. 30....
ASTANA – The grand stage of the Astana Opera welcomed Marat Bisengaliev, the world-renowned violinist, conductor, and Kazakhstan’s Goodwill Ambassador, for a symphonic concert blending classical and...
ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Alibek Kuantyrov and Italian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Edmondo Cirielli reaffirmed readiness to continue a multifaceted dialogue...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has expanded the mandate of the Commissioner for Human Rights in accordance with the Paris Principles, including providing financial and human resources to implement...
Kazakhstan has emerged as a pivotal player in the region. Its geographical position, bordering both Russia and China, not only makes it a land bridge connecting different...
ASTANA — Australian companies expressed willingness to develop the mining and metallurgical complex (MMC) in Kazakhstan during the meetings held within the 2024 International Mining and Resources...
ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev received the President of the International Judo Federation (IJF) Marius Vizer on Oct. 30 to discuss judo development in the country....
ASTANA – An equestrian school near Oskemen in the East Kazakhstan Region has established a heated arena for year-round hippotherapy, or equine-assisted therapy, for children with disabilities....
ASTANA – Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Azerbaijan presented 24 startups at the Silkroad Pavilion, the largest exhibit at the TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 tech conference, held on Oct. 28-30...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the UN prioritized strengthening preventive measures to eradicate violence against women and children at an event titled Force of Change: The Role of...
ASTANA – Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov assured Kazakhstan’s economic trajectory remains strong, projecting the nation’s GDP to rise from $321 billion in 2025 to $498 billion by...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s mechanical engineering sector attracted approximately 108.2 billion tenge (US$221.1 million) in investments in the first nine months of 2024, which is 2.2 times more...
ASTANA – Vera Voronova, CEO of the Association for the Conservation of Biodiversity of Kazakhstan, has won the international MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity in recognition of her...
