Kazakhstan’s Banking Performance to Moderate, Says Fitch Ratings Report

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s banking performance metrics will gradually moderate in the medium term due to slower inflation and potential additional regulatory charges, according to the latest Fitch Ratings report...


Kazakhstan’s Energy Evolution and Geopolitical Aspirations 

Kazakhstan’s recent decision to embark on a referendum regarding the construction of its inaugural nuclear power plant marks a seminal moment in its energy trajectory. This strategic move occurs...


Exciting Weekend Ahead: Astana’s Event Lineup Promises Fun for All

ASTANA — This weekend promises to offer an exciting lineup of events in Astana, with a delightful mix of art, dance, music and cultural exploration. The city is buzzing...


Kazakhstan and EU Start Streamlining Schengen Visa Process

ASTANA – Kazakh Minister of Internal Affairs Yerzhan Sadenov met with the Deputy Director General of the European Commission for Migration and Home Affairs, Johannes Luchner, to discuss the...


SCO Energy Forum in Astana Explores Ways Toward Energy Sustainability

ASTANA – Kazakh capital hosted the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Energy Forum on Oct. 3, gathering energy ministers to discuss plans to develop cooperation. The SCO forum, which was...


New Silk Road Business Forum Addresses Middle Corridor Development

ASTANA – The New Silk Road business forum in Astana gathered experts to discuss the integration of transport systems and the development of the Middle Corridor route, reported Khabar...


Karate Athlete Nurkanat Azhikanov Secures Sensational Win for Kazakhstan at Asian Games

ASTANA – Kazakh karate champion Nurkanat Azhikanov (75 kg) won the gold medal for Kazakhstan in the final of the kumite discipline at the 19th edition of the Asian...


President Tokayev Congratulates Teachers, Raises Challenges in Education  

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated teachers on their professional holiday, and addressed pressing issues in the country’s education system during the National Congress of Teachers in Astana...


De Montfort University Opens Creative Hub in Almaty

ASTANA – De Montfort University Kazakhstan (DMUK) unveiled its creative hub in Almaty on Sept. 22, poised to play a crucial role in nurturing the creative industry in the...


European Parliament Aims to Forge Stronger Ties with Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko held meetings with members of the European Parliament (MEPs) during his working visit to Strasbourg. The discussions centered on future cooperation...


Kazakh Prime Minister Talks Oil Field Development with ExxonMobil Executive

ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov discussed the development of the Tengiz and Kashagan oil fields with ExxonMobil Senior Vice President John Whelan on Oct.4, reported the Prime Minister’s...


Kazakh Cyclists Triumph in Asian Games 2023 Road Cycling Team Race

ASTANA — In a remarkable display of cycling prowess, Kazakhstan’s cyclists secured the top two positions in the group race on the road cycle. The nation’s cycling pride, Yevgeniy...


President Evaluates Capital’s Key Heating, Water and Power Infrastructure Projects

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev inspected industrial facilities in Astana, visiting the Turan and the South-East gas thermal power stations’ construction sites, the pump-filter station, and the Combined...


Astana Prepares for Secretariat Meeting of Congress of World and Traditional Religions Leaders

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is preparing to host the 21st meeting of the Secretariat of Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions scheduled for Oct. 11 in Astana, reported...


Kazakhstan Set to Launch 170 Projects in Manufacturing Sector This Year

ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to launch 170 projects in the food industry, construction, machine building, metallurgy, and other sectors this year, Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov said at an...


C5+1: US’ Enhanced Engagement with Central Asia

When considering the overseas allies and partners of the United States, one could be forgiven for not thinking of the countries of Central Asia. The average American is likely...


Kazakh President Visits Newly Opened Schoolchildren’s Palace in Astana

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited the Sana Schoolchildren’s Palace today, which has recently opened on the left bank of the Kazakh capital, the Akorda press service reported on...


President Tokayev Congratulates Shell on 30th Anniversary in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated the global energy group Shell on its 30th anniversary of operations in Kazakhstan at the ceremony in Astana on Oct. 3, the date...


Kazakhstan Reaffirms Commitment to Enhancing Food Security at Ninth OIC Ministerial Conference

ASTANA – Kazakhstan expressed readiness to make a substantial contribution to resolving food security issues in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states at the ninth OIC Ministerial...


Kazakhstan, Qatar Plan to Create Joint Commerce and Industry Chamber

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Qatar are set to launch a joint chamber of commerce and industry to boost trade and economic ties, as was announced during a business forum...


Energy Leaders in Astana Laud Kazakhstan’s Energy Transition as Positive Example

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s journey toward energy transition can serve as a good example for other oil-producing countries, said keynote speakers at a plenary session of the KazEnergy Eurasian Forum...


Kazakhstan Welcomes Millionth Tourist of 2023

ASTANA – The eQonaq information system, responsible for tracking and analyzing tourist movements and migration control in Kazakhstan, marked the arrival of the millionth tourist of the year by...


KazEnergy Forum Highlights State-Business Partnership for Carbon Neutrality

ASTANA – The first day of the 15th KazEnergy Eurasian Forum on Oct. 3 focused on the government and private sector partnership to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. During...


Kazakh Cyclist Alexey Lutsenko Wins Gold Medal at Asian Games

ASTANA — Kazakh cyclist Alexey Lutsenko won the gold medal at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou on Oct. 3, reported the National Olympic Committee’s press service. He completed...


Kazakh President Chairs Meeting on Returning Illegally Acquired Assets 

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held a meeting with senior government officials on Oct. 2 to check the work the government is doing to return illegally acquired...


Kazakhstan,  Luxembourg Achieve $16 Million Trade Turnover in January-June

ASTANA – Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Luxembourg reached $16 million  in January-June, said Director General of BeNeLux Chamber of Commerce Anuar Kurzhikayev at an Oct. 2 business forum...


Kazakhstan, UK Seek to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom (UK) pledged to deepen and broaden bilateral cooperation during the seventh session of the Kazakh-UK Strategic Dialogue on Oct. 2, reported the...


President Tokayev’s Visit Signals New Chapter in Kazakh-German Partnership, Broader Commitment to EU

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev concluded his official visit to Germany on Sept. 29. This visit, aimed at bolstering bilateral relations and exploring opportunities for collaboration in various sectors,...


Kazakhstan to Build 20 Modern Multidisciplinary Hospitals

ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to build 20 modern multidisciplinary hospitals with private sector involvement, as directed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, said Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov during an Oct....


Sarzha Multifunctional Marine Terminal Receives Its First Cargo Shipment

ASTANA – The Sarzha multifunctional marine terminal marked its official inauguration on Sept. 29 with the first cargo shipment received for further transportation to the port of Baku via...


Kazakhstan Advocates for Sovereign Equality of IAEA Member States

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s resolution on restoring the sovereign equality of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) member states was adopted by an overwhelming majority (99-2-16) at the 67th session...


Referendum On Nuclear Plant Construction Is Positive Decision From Perspective of Governance, Democracy, Says Expert

Having studied and analyzed President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s state-of-the-nation address, the Economic course of a Just Kazakhstan, I would like to note the initiative to hold a referendum regarding the...


Tokayev Discusses Prospects of Economic Cooperation Between Central Asia and Germany

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in a roundtable of the Eastern Committee of the German economy alongside his Central Asian counterparts on Sept. 29 in...


China’s Forbidden City Imperial Palace Complex Displays Kazakhstan’s Ancient Artifacts

ASTANA – The opening ceremony of an exhibition titled “Thriving for a Collaborative World” took place at the Forbidden City (Gugong in Chinese) imperial palace complex at the heart...


Kazakhstan Secures Gold in Kayak, Canoeing Racing at Asian Games

ASTANA – Kazakh athletes Sergey Yemelyanov and Timur Khaidarov won the gold medal in the canoe double 500-meter final on Oct. 2 at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou,...


Central Asia’s Kokpar Game Experiences Revival Amid Growing Crowds

ALMATY – Crowds are converging to witness kokpar, a traditional Central Asian game known as “goat pulling,” but it needs to be popularized at a smaller scale to truly...


Northern Part of Caspian Sea Dries Up 

ASTANA — The pilot of S7 Airlines recently recorded a shocking sight – the northern part of the Caspian Sea seems to be vanishing.  In the video, the pilot...


NYFA and AlmaU Forge New Film Education Partnership in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – New York Film Academy (NYFA) and Almaty Management University (AlmaU) signed a cooperation agreement in educational programs in New York on Sept.16, reported Kazinform news agency. This...


Tokayev, Heads of Central Asian States Meet with German Chancellor in Berlin

ASTANA – The synergy of Germany’s political influence and economic opportunities with the enormous potential of the Central Asian states can make a great contribution to the region’s sustainable...


Fairies in White Dresses Steal Spotlight at ‘La Sylphide’ Premiere in Astana Opera

ASTANA – With fairies in white dresses and Scottish men dancing in kilts, Astana Opera premiered August Bournonville’s 19th-century romantic ballet “La Sylphide” for the press on Sept. 28...


UNICEF Talks Focus on Future of Youth in Kazakhstan 

ASTANA – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Kazakhstan hosted its annual UNICEF Talks conference on youth issues on Sept.23. The conference, held in Astana in the format of...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakh-US Ties, President Tokayev’s Visit to Germany, Middle Corridor and More

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-U.S....


President Tokayev Takes Part in Central Asia-Germany Summit  

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev participated in the C5+Germany dialogue of five Central Asian leaders with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Sept. 29 in Berlin, reported the Akorda press...


Kazakhstan Wins Silver in Fencing at 19th Asian Games

ASTANA – The men’s epee fencing team from Kazakhstan was one win short of claiming the gold medal after losing to Japan at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou,...


Coordination and Cohesion: State Counselor Comments on Presidential Reforms

ASTANA – The essence of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s reforms in politics, economics and ideology lies in their coordination and cohesion, said State Counselor Erlan Karin in his interview...


Kazakh, German Presidents Agree to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier agreed to enhance joint efforts to deepen multifaceted cooperation. The meeting took place on Sept. 29 in...


President Tokayev Consolidates Ties with Leading German Companies

ASTANA – Following the business roundtable organized by the German Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations on Sept. 28 in Berlin, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev conducted several meetings...


Kazakhstan, Germany Investment Roundtable Explores Key Areas for Cooperation

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in the Kazakhstan-Germany business roundtable on Sept. 28 in Berlin under the auspices of the German Committee on Eastern European...


LCOY Kazakhstan Empowers Youth to Lead Climate Action Efforts

ASTANA – Nazarbayev University hosted the Local Youth Climate Conference in Kazakhstan (LCOY Kazakhstan 2023) in Astana on Sept.28.  The event plays a major role in the mission of...


Berlin Global Dialogue: President Tokayev Outlines Vision of Kazakhstan’s Role in Global Economy

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined his vision of Kazakhstan’s role in global economic processes during the Dialogue of Leaders session at the inaugural Berlin Global Dialogue forum...