Turkic States Unveil New Flag as Symbol of Unity and Heritage

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. 7. The...


How Kazakhstan Can Tackle Threats of Global Warming

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 also become...


Kazakhstan Provides Catering Training Manual to Kyrgyz Students

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, in developing...


Animal Welfare Policy in Kazakhstan:  Is Law On Responsible Pet Ownership Really Working?

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 new section...


Kazakhstan’s ITS Launches First ETF in Central Asia

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, is traded...


Kazakhstan’s Regional IT Hubs Empower Local Startups and Bridge Digital Divide

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, and Aerospace...


Kazakhstan, Switzerland Sign Memorandum on Assistance in Asset Recovery

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 accelerate and...


Kazakhstan Observes US Presidential Elections for First Time

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 States (U.S.)...


Kazakh Classic ‘My Name is Kozha’ Presented at UNESCO in Paris

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 author Berdibek...


Kazakhstan’s Altyn Dala Conservation Initiative Wins Prince William’s Earthshot Prize 2024

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 on Nov....


Record-Breaking 35 Kazakh Universities Enter QS Asia University Rankings 2025

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, the Ministry...


Kazakhstan Reaffirms Commitment to ICAO’s Goal of Net-Zero Emissions by 2050

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 Talgat Lastayev...


Kazakhstan and Mongolia Pursue Anchor Projects to Boost Trade and Industry

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 mining industry...


Tokayev’s Return to Paris Strengthens Strategic Partnership with France

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 changing geopolitical...


Kazakh Government Unveils Program to Revive Legendary Aport Apple

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, led by...


Tokayev’s Visit to France: Diplomatic Warmth, Cultural Exchange

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 engagements, museum...


President Tokayev Advocates Economic Integration, Digital Progress at OTS Summit

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 unity and...


Kazakhstan, France Joint Declaration: Bolstering Strategic Partnership

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 climate change,...


Tokayev Engages French Companies on Energy, Transport Development

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 in Paris...


UN Day in Astana Honors Strong Partnership and Kazakhstan’s Rich Culture 

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 year’s UN...


Tokayev Highlights Economic Cooperation as Pillar of France-Kazakhstan Partnership

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 Nov. 5....


Kazakhstan Steps Up to Plate on Climate Change – Creating Road Map for More Sustainable Future 

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 events to...


Kazakhstan, France Adopt Joint Declaration to Strengthen Strategic Ties

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 in Paris,...


France, Kazakhstan Forge Stronger Ties as Presidents Meet in Paris

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 and Kazakhstan,...


UK Ambassador Highlights Strengthened Climate Initiatives in Kazakhstan

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 continued support...


Paris Unveils Exhibition of Great Steppe Artifacts

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 four millennia...


Kazakhstan Expands Trade Ties at China International Import Expo

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 and economic...


Kazakhstan, France Strengthen Ties with 24 New Agreements at Business Council Meeting

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 Nov. 4...


Kazakhstan, South Korea Strengthen Strategic Partnership

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 Kazakh Deputy...


Central Asia – Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum Boosts Trade, Energy, and Tech

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 Seoul, focusing...


Kazakhstan Organizes Catering Seminar for Kyrgyz Teachers

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, reported the...


Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Plant Decision Might Deepen Strategic Partnership with France, Tokayev Told Le Figaro

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, said Kazakh...


Kazakhstan Calls for Investors with ‘Born Bold’ Global Campaign 

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 Central Asian...


Kazakhstan’s Ecology Minister Shares Expectations Ahead of COP29 in Baku

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 as the...


Qazaqstan Investment Corporation Leads Kazakhstan’s Private Equity Market

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 in Kazakhstan....


Kazakhstan Signs $2.5 Billion in Deals with China During PM’s Shanghai Visit

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 the Prime...


Bishkek to Host OTS Summit to Shape Regional Unity, Cooperation

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 theme of...


Kazakhstan Boosts Flow to Caspian Sea Above Annual Average

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 Kazakh Ministry...


Kazakhstan Launches First Tungsten Plant in Almaty Region

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 position in...


Beyond Trade: Kazakh Expert Weighs in on Tokayev’s Upcoming High-Stakes Meeting with Macron

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, said Alisher...


Kazakhstan, South Korea Strengthen Partnership in Health, Industry Projects

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 official visit...


Kazakhstan’s Bold Leap Towards Establishing an Academic Hub

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 Asia. With...


Where Does Kazakh Gas Flow Worldwide

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 the CIS,...


Pavlodar: From Military Outpost to Northern Kazakhstan’s Tranquil Green City

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 the rich...


Almaty Volunteers Find Homes for Abandoned Akitas and Shibas

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 new owners....


From Permafrost to Warm Heart of Kazakhstan: Two Adventurers Journey Through Central Asia and Beyond 

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 in just...


Kazakhstan Marks 130 Years of Saken Seifullin – Literary and Educational Icon 

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 in politics,...


inDrive Advances Social Equity Through Education, Community Programs

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 aims to...


Abai’s Philosophical Book of Words Reaches New Audiences with Trilingual Edition

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 Wisdom by...


Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable Secures $7 Billion in Contracts

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. The high-profile...