President Tokayev Reiterates Kazakhstan’s Support for WHO

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is committed to supporting the World Health Organization (WHO) activities, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at an Oct. 23 meeting with WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and...


President Tokayev’s Republic Day Speech Unveils Nation’s Vision, Says State Counselor Karin

ASTANA — State Counselor Erlan Karin shared insights into the most significant ideological highlights from President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s speech on the eve of Republic Day, shedding light on the...


Kazakh President Congratulates Citizens on Republic Day

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated citizens on Republic Day, the country’s major holiday celebrated on Oct. 25 every year, reported the Akorda press service. The President...


Kazakh Capital Welcomes WHO’s 73rd Session Shaping Health Priorities

ASTANA – Astana hosts the 73rd session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Europe on Oct.24-26, where the health agenda for the forthcoming years will be...


Kazakhstan’s Tennis Players Take Over ATP 200

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s tennis player Alexander Bublik defeated France’s Arthur Fils with a 6-4, 6-4 victory, securing his third ATP Tour title at the European Open in Antwerp on...


Kazakh Citizens Reflect on Country’s Development Ahead of Republic Day

ASTANA – The Declaration on the State Sovereignty of the Kazakh SSR (Soviet Socialist Republic), which was adopted on Oct. 25, 1990, marked a significant turning point in the...


KazISS Expert Discusses Political, Social, Cultural Significance of Republic Day in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – On the eve of Republic Day in Kazakhstan on Oct. 25, Iskander Akylbayev, the chief research officer at the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KazISS), shared insights...


Global Primary Health Care Conference 2023: High-Level Panel Session Calls for Action

ASTANA – The inaugural high-level panel session of the global conference on primary health care policy and practice convened in Astana on Oct. 23. It underscored the international shift...


Kazakhstan is Shining Beacon in Primary Health Care, Says Top WHO Official

ASTANA – The Kazakh capital is hosting an international conference on Oct. 23, which celebrates the 45th anniversary of the Alma Ata Declaration and the fifth anniversary of the...


Almaty, Astana Residents to Enjoy Theater Premieres, Festive Concerts, Sports Events to Mark Republic Day

ASTANA –  This year, the Kazakh capital will hold more than 200 cultural, educational, sports, and social events to celebrate the Republic Day on Oct. 25, reported the Kazinform....


Kazakhstan, WHO, UNICEF Open Global Primary Health Care Conference in Astana

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and WHO Regional Director for Europe Hans Kluge delivered remarks at the opening...


Republic Day in Kazakhstan Reflects Nation’s Journey to Peace

ASTANA — Kazakhstan celebrates Republic Day on Oct. 25, commemorating its sovereignty and resilience. In over three decades, the country made remarkable strides in its economic development and political...


Kazakh Athletes Win Four Medals as Asian Para Games Kicks Off in Hangzhou

ASTANA – The fourth Asian Para Games kicked off in Hangzhou on Oct. 22 with 131 Kazakh athletes participating in 14 sports, reported the Ministry of Tourism and Sports....


Kazakhstan Plans to Launch 170 Investment Projects Worth $2 Billion Until Year End

ASTANA – This year, Kazakhstan plans to launch 170 more projects worth 1 trillion tenge (US$2 billion) in investments, reported the Prime Minister’s press office on Oct. 23. This...


Kazakh Textile Artistry on Display at Asia Now Fair in Paris

ASTANA – The Fabric of Time: Three Generations of Kazakh Art exhibition, featuring contemporary works by Kazakh artists, took place at the Asia Now Fair in Paris on Oct....


Kazakhstan Reports Increase in Karatau Red Book Argali Population (Video)

ASTANA —This year’s autumn count has brought positive news for conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts. The Karatau argali, an endemic species of the reserve, has witnessed a population increase. The...


Katon-Karagai Enters Green Destinations Top 100 Stories List 2023

ASTANA – The Green Destinations Top 100 Stories list included the Katon-Karagai State National Natural Park this year, the first location from Kazakhstan to enter the tally, according to...


Almaty Aport Apples to Gain International Recognition as Kazakh Brand

ASTANA – The Almaty Region Apple Growers Association (ARAGA) is preparing the necessary paperwork to secure international geographical indication registration for Almaty Aport apples as a unique Kazakh brand,...


Kazakhstan’s First Participation in Contemporary Istanbul Fair Reveals International Demand for Kazakh Art 

ASTANA – This year, Kazakhstan participated in Contemporary Istanbul, Türkiye’s premier annual art fair, for the first time. Its 18th edition, which was held from Sept. 26 to Oct....


Kazakhstan to Become Central Asia’s Pioneer in Proton Therapy for Cancer Treatment

ASTANA – The Kazakh capital will open a new National Research Oncology Center (NROC) equipped with state-of-the-art technology next year, reported the Prime Minister’s press service on Oct. 18....


Youth Wing of Amanat Party Launches Nationwide Campaign to Protect Kazakhstan’s Heritage from Vandalism

ASTANA —Under the powerful slogan – No to vandalism! – the youth wing Zhastar Rukhy (Youth spirit) of the Amanat party has embarked on a significant nationwide initiative to...


Kazakhstan to Ratify Tokyo Convention to Enhance Higher Education Integration in Asia-Pacific

ASTANA – Kazakhstan aims to ratify the Asia-Pacific Regional Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications in Higher Education, commonly called the Tokyo Convention. The initiative aims to enhance cross-border...


Kazakh Boxer Janibek Alimkhanuly Tops The Ring’s Middleweight Ratings, Replaces Legendary Gennadiy Golovkin

ASTANA – American boxing magazine The Ring updated its middleweight ratings, with Kazakhstan’s Janibek Alimkhanuly claiming the top spot, Sports.kz reported on Oct. 20. The ranking excluded the previous...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakh President’s Official Visit to China

ASTANA – The Astana Times has picked a selection of articles on Kazakhstan published in international media across the world. This week’s foreign media digest includes articles on Kazakh...


Kazakhstan, EU Show Robust Political Commitment to Enhance Cooperation

ASTANA – Amid unprecedented geopolitical tensions, Kazakhstan and the European Union (EU) show solid political will to intensify their cooperation, Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko said at the...


Kazakh Experts Reflect on Tokayev’s Packed Visit to China

ASTANA – This week, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid an official visit to China. Lasting three days, the visit consisted of high-level meetings, strategic discussions, and agreements expected to...


Kazakhstan-China Mutual Visa Exemption Agreement to Come Into Forth Next Month

ASTANA – The agreement on mutual visa exemption between Kazakhstan and China, signed by both governments on May 17 in Xi’an, will come into force on Nov. 10, according...


EU Welcomes Kazakhstan’s Ambition to Become Transport and Logistics Hub

ASTANA – The European Union (EU) supports Kazakhstan’s aspiration to become a transportation and logistics hub, Hors Classe Adviser of the European Commission Henrik Hololei said at an Oct....


Annual Lotus Bloom in Kazakhstan Attracts Nature Lovers

ASTANA – Each summer in Kazakhstan, the blossoming lotus flowers become a news highlight, captivating both locals and international visitors. From mid-July, the Kigash-Shora River begins to be adorned...


Central Asia Gateway Secures Coveted Best Trade Information Portal Award at World Investment Forum

ASTANA — The online trade information hub, Central Asia Gateway, has been named the Best Trade Information Portal at the World Investment Forum in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates,...


Kazakhstan’s Saty Village Named UNWTO’s Best Tourism Village 2023

ASTANA – Saty village in the Almaty Region was named one of the Best Tourism Villages 2023 by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) on Oct.18 in Samarkand,...


Kazakhstan to Reduce Grain Export Supplies

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will reduce grain exports without affecting the domestic market, Vice Minister of Agriculture Azat Sultanov said on the sidelines of the KazAgro/KazFarm international exhibition on Oct....


Kazakh Cinema Makes Its Grand Debut on HBO

ASTANA – The Kazakh comedy “Sweetie, You Won’t Believe It” by the Art Dealers Film Production studio is set to premiere on the American pay television network HBO. This...


From Runway to Opera: Astana Presents Diverse Weekend Entertainment

ASTANA — The vibrant capital of Kazakhstan is gearing up to host an array of events this weekend. From dazzling fashion shows to exhilarating music events and mesmerizing performances,...


Mazhilis Approves Amendments to Draft Law on Children’s Payments from Kazakh National Fund

ASTANA – Deputies of the Mazhilis, the lower chamber of the Kazakh Parliament, approved the Senate’s amendments to the draft law on payments to children from the National Fund...


Mutual Trust Drives Government-Civil Sector Partnership, Says Mazhilis Chairman

ASTANA – The government is increasingly relying on the civil sector to provide more effective collective solutions to prevailing challenges, said Yerlan Koshanov, chairman of the Mazhilis, the lower...


Kazakhstan, Germany Agree to Implement Water Resources Management Program in Central Asia

ASTANA – The Kazakh Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation and the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) signed an agreement to implement the regional program on water resources...


Kazakh, Chinese Companies to Implement Joint Gas Projects

ASTANA – Kazakh and Chinese large national companies signed agreements to implement and develop joint gas projects during President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s official visit to China. KazMunayGas (KMG) national oil...


IMF Director Discusses Kazakhstan’s Economic Transition, Climate Resilience, Regional Cooperation

MARRAKECH — During the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank in Marrakech last week, Jihad Azour, Director of the Middle East and Central...


President Tokayev Commends Civil Forum’s Role in Advancing Kazakhstan’s SDG

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev hailed the significant role of creative initiatives and constructive proposals in shaping civil society and fostering national dialogue in his congratulatory remarks to the...


Kazakhstan Launches Helpline 111 to Stop Bullying, Domestic Violence

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has launched a single contact center, Amanat-111, starting on Oct. 16 to help victims of domestic violence and bullying round the clock, reported the Prime Minister’s...


Kazakh President Meets With Chair of China’s Political Advisory Body to Discuss Cooperation Prospects

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Wang Huning, the chair of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC), a political advisory body in...


Kazakhstan, Xinjiang Reiterate Commitment to Deepen Ties in Priority Areas

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Ma Xingrui, member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Chinese Communist Party and Communist Party Secretary of Xinjiang...


Muslim Council Inaugurates Kazakhstan Branch, Commends Dialogue Initiatives

ASTANA – The inauguration of the Central Asian branch of the Muslim Council of Elders in Astana on Oct. 11 will foster religious diplomacy and serve a catalyst towards...


Kazakhstan Strongly Supports China’s Visionary and Constructive Policy

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev underscored Kazakhstan’s strong support for China’s visionary and constructive policy, particularly the Belt and Road Initiative, during an Oct. 18 meeting with Wang Huning,...


UNDP, Qazaq Green Association Establish Women for Just Transition Network

ASTANA – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Qazaq Green Association established the Women for Just Transition Network on Oct. 17 during the workshop on women’s empowerment...


Kazakhstan on Verge of Qualifying for EURO 2024, Says UEFA

ASTANA – With a strong-willed victory in Helsinki, Kazakhstan can punch its ticket to EURO 2024, UEFA announced, commenting on the team’s remarkable comeback yesterday. In the match, Finland’s...


Nineteen Kazakh Citizens Return Home from Israel

ASTANA – The Kazakh Embassy in Israel organized a flight to return 19 citizens home, Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson Aibek Smadiyarov said at an Oct. 16 briefing. Among them were...


Civil Forum in Astana Reviews Kazakhstan’s SDG Progress

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s civil community discussed key initiatives to advance the country’s progress towards its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the 11th Civil Forum in Astana on Oct. 18.   ...


Turkistan Named Tourist Capital of Turkic World for 2024

ASTANA – Tourism ministers from the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) approved an initiative to declare Turkistan the tourist capital of the Turkic world for 2024 at an Oct....