Eurasian National University Student Wins ‘Science Slam – Kazakhstan’

ASTANA – Master’s degree student in Architecture at Lev Gumilyov Eurasian National University Asel Pazylbekova won this year’s “Science Slam – Kazakhstan” science show in Almaty. Pazylbekova...


In Brussels, FM Idrissov Promotes Ties with EU, Pledges Continued Support for Afghanistan

BRUSSELS – Kazakh Foreign Minister Erlan Idrissov attended multiple conferences in Brussels Oct. 4-5 with European Union and international officials, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs...


How Kazakh Language Conquered Heart of South Korean Girl

ASTANA – The study of Kazakh inspired brainy and inquisitive South Korean student Eun-Joo Koo to learn more about the country, its language and importance to society....


Eurasia International Film Festival Brings Movies to the Masses

ASTANA – More than 120 films were shown at 20 different venues during this year’s Eurasia International Film Festival in Almaty, with viewings drawing more than 70...


Astana Regrets Breakdown in U.S.-Russia Cooperation on Syria

ASTANA – In an Oct. 5 statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan expressed its “deep regret” regarding the announced termination of cooperation between the United...


Nazarbayev, Putin Meet in Astana, Attend Kazakh-Russian Interregional Cooperation Forum

ASTANA – Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev and Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed bilateral cooperation, regional and global issues on the sidelines of the Oct. 4 13th Forum...


Astana Opera Opens Season with Annual Silk Road Festival

ASTANA – Astana Opera is presenting an incredible programme encompassing a roster of national and international performances, instrumental music concert series and acclaimed ballet productions Sept. 22-Nov....


Kazakh Mineral Springs Possess Therapeutic Efficiency

ASTANA – One can rest and improve one’s health thanks to Kazakhstan’s unique natural resources, climate and healing mineral waters with diverse composition, chemical properties and therapeutic...


Medical Insurance Programmes Depend on Scope and Price, Says Chief Physician

ASTANA – Medical insurance is a must for expatriates and those who work in Kazakhstan on contract. Several medical insurance programmes are available depending on the scope...


Ocean Basket Seafood Restaurant Opens in Astana

ASTANA – World-known South African seafood restaurant chain Ocean Basket (OB) opened in Astana Sept. 23 and the management is claiming every seafood lover should pay a...


Rally Kazakhstan Included on FIA 2017 World Cup for Cross-Country Races

ASTANA – Rally Kazakhstan was officially added to the calendar for the 2017 FIA World Cup for cross-country Rallies after Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) held its...


JICA to Assist Kazakhstan Establish ODA Practices, says JICA’s Regional General Director

ASTANA – In October 2014, Kazakhstan and UNDP launched a project to develop the national institute of Official Development Assistance (ODA) in the country to systematise assistance...


Petrochemical Day Invest 2016 Kicks off in Atyrau

ASTANA – Atyrau, the oil capital of Kazakhstan, held its inaugural regional investment forum gathering experts of the petrochemical industry on Sept. 30. The event sought to...


Astana Pro Team Cyclist Lutsenko Wins Tour of Almaty

ASTANA – Astana Pro Team cyclist 24-year-old Alexei Lutsenko, from Petropavlovsk, Kazakhstan, beat Italian Mauro Finetto of Unieuro Wilier and Russian Roman Maikin (GazProm-RusVelo) Oct. 2 in...


National Emoji Stickers Express Feelings with Kazakh Characters

ASTANA – iPhone users can now express their emotions with Kazakh national characters, as a free set of national emoji stickers is available for download from the...


Kazakhstan Ranks 53rd in Global Competitiveness Rating, Loses 11 Positions

ASTANA – Kazakhstan lost 11 positions in the 2016-2017 Global Competiveness Report issued by the World Economic Forum (WEF). The country was ranked 53rd among 138 nations...


EXPO 2017 Chairman Seeks Cooperation of Diplomatic Corps

ASTANA – Chairman of Astana EXPO 2017 national company Akhmetzhan Yessimov briefed on Sept. 30 more than 50 heads of foreign diplomatic missions accredited to Kazakhstan on...


Kazakh President Visits Pavlodar Region, Launches Mining Plant

ASTANA – Kazakhstan President Nursultan Nazarbayev visited agricultural and industrial complexes, launched the Bozshakol mining and processing plant and met with local farmers during a Sept. 29...


Death of Shimon Peres Highlights Challenges for Peace in Middle East, Resonates in Kazakhstan

This week, leaders from around the world came together to pay tribute to Shimon Peres. As the ninth President of Israel, he dedicated his life to building...


Shimon Peres in Our Memory

This week the whole world has come together to pay its last tribute to Shimon Peres, a patriarch of world politics, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate, one...


Asyl Miras Foundation Opens Centre in Ust-Kamenogorsk for Children with Autism

ASTANA – Asyl Miras, the private foundation formed by Kazakh businessman and equity investor Bulat Utemuratov, opened the country’s fourth centre for children with autism Sept. 21...


One and a-Half Million Ethnic Kazakhs Live in China

ASTANA – China is home to nearly 1.5 million ethnic Kazakhs, reported the Chinese State Committee for Nationalities during a meeting of the Assembly of People of...


Evidence of Ancient Assyrian Church Discovered in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – The ancient city of Ilyn Balik is well known from pilgrims’ travels. Recent excavations in Usharal village have uncovered an ancient city and cemetery with...


Light Rail Coming to Astana in 2018, Other Transit Upgrades in Process

ASTANA – A light rail tram will be introduced in Astana in 2018, Astana Akim (Mayor) Asset Issekeshev announced at the Trends in Transport Complex Development Conference...


CARICOM Countries to Participate in EXPO 2017

ASTANA – Antigua and Barbuda, Belize, the Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, St. Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, St. Lucia and Suriname have decided...


Kazakhstan Ranks 52nd in Economic Freedom of World Index

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has been ranked 52nd among 159 countries in the Economic Freedom of the World report published Sept. 15 by Fraser Institute. The report is...


Kazakh FM, US Secretary of State Agree to Pursue New Avenues of Cooperation

Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Erlan Idrissov and United States Secretary of State John Kerry agreed during a Sept. 20 meeting in New York to pursue new avenues...


Kazakh Band Tops Turkish Music Chart

ASTANA – The Kazakh band Ninety One has topped the chart of Turkish Music Box, according to Tengrinews. Kazakh singer Ali Okapov is in 17th place and...


Almaty’s Winter Universiade 2017 Operating Budget Totalled $52 Million

ASTANA – The operating budget of Almaty’s Winter Universiade 2017 came to $52 million, said event organising directorate head Nail Nurov, according to Kazinform news agency.  ...


Kazakhstan Finishes in Top 16 at FIFA Futsal World Cup in Colombia

ASTANA – Kazakhstan reached the top 16 of the FIFA Futsal World Cup in Columbia before being eliminated recently in the second round by Spain. The team,...