Kazakhstan Welcomes Thailand–Cambodia Peace Declaration Signed at ASEAN Summit

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry has welcomed the signing of the Joint Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Conflict between the Kingdom of Thailand and the...


Connecting Dots: Policy Shifts, Realities and Lessons

The Asia-Pacific region has long served as a springboard for transforming socio-economic implementation gaps into development opportunities. With the 2030 deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals fast...


Kazakhstan’s Cryptocity: More Than Special Economic Zone Experiment?

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...


Bundestag’s Stephan Mayer on How Astana and Berlin are Shaping New Energy Future

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Germany have strong numbers to boast of when it comes to bilateral cooperation. The partnership spans a wide range of areas, including trade,...


Kazakhstan Marks International Snow Leopard Day as Population Shows Remarkable Recovery

ASTANA – Kazakhstan celebrated International Snow Leopard Day on Oct. 23, marking a significant recovery of the species, with the population doubling in recent years and reaching...


Türkiye Simplifies Hiring Rules to Boost Ties with Turkic Nations

ASTANA – Türkiye has simplified employment rules for Turkic-speaking foreigners, including citizens of Kazakhstan, by reducing bureaucracy and broadening opportunities for professional activity, reported Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Resmi...


From Inspiration to Action: Finding Ourselves in the Global Mission

As I sat in the audience at a roundtable on Oct. 24 in Almaty, titled UN Day – 80th Anniversary of the UN, I found myself quietly...


What Role Did Weapons Play in Nomadic Life

ASTANA – Weapons played a vital role in the life of nomadic peoples, serving not only in battle but also in rituals, social ceremonies, divination, oaths, and...


Kazakh Filmmaker to Direct Jackie Chan’s Blockbuster ‘Armor of God: Ultimatum’

ALMATY — Kazakh filmmaker and stunt coordinator Robert Kun has been officially named director and action choreographer for Jackie Chan’s new global project, “Armor of God: Ultimatum.”...


Karagandy Jewelry Brand Showcases Coal-Inspired Collection at Milan Fashion Week

ASTANA — A jewelry brand from Karagandy has made its debut at Milan Fashion Week with a unique collection made from stabilized coal. The brand’s founder Olga...


From Peace to Progress: Kazakhstan’s Voice at the UN’s 80th Anniversary

ALMATY — A roundtable dedicated to the United Nations (UN) Day and the 80th anniversary of the organization was held on Oct. 24 in Almaty, bringing together...


How Kazakhstan Markets Itself to Tourists Worldwide

ASTANA — Kazakhstan should strengthen international marketing to attract more foreign tourists, said acting chairman of Kazakh Tourism Daniyel Serzhanuly in an interview with Jibek Joly TV....


Coat of Arms Author Reflects on Kazakhstan’s Declaration of Sovereignty

ASTANA – This year marks the 35th anniversary of the Declaration of State Sovereignty, adopted by the Supreme Council of the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic (SSR) on...


Kazakhstan at 35: Art of Middle Power in New Geopolitical Reality

When Kazakhstan this year celebrates the 35th anniversary of its Declaration of State Sovereignty, it signifies far more than historical symbolism. It marks the story of how...


UN Tourism Conference in Almaty Backs Gender Equality in Sector

ASTANA — Almaty hosted the first United Nations Tourism Regional Conference on the Empowerment of Women in Tourism in Europe on Oct. 22-23, providing a platform for...


Artists Explore Cultural Origins at Astana Art Fair 2025

ASTANA – Astana Art Fair, an international contemporary art exhibition, opened on Oct. 24 at the Congress Center in Astana, presenting more than 200 works under the...


Your Guide to Republic Day Weekend: Key Events and Celebrations 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will celebrate Republic Day on Oct. 25, honoring the Declaration of Sovereignty adopted in 1990. The Astana Times has curated a vibrant lineup of...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Middle Power Diplomacy, Strategic Partnerships and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest highlights the country’s growing international profile, from its...


New York Honors Kazakhstan with Flag-Raising Ceremony, Proclaims Kazakhstan Heritage Day

ASTANA – In the heart of Manhattan, New York City paid tribute to Kazakhstan on Oct. 22 with a flag-raising ceremony in honor of Republic Day, marked...


Tokayev Highlights Progress and Unity Ahead of Republic Day 

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated citizens on the upcoming Republic Day, marking 35 years since the Declaration of State Sovereignty. He expressed gratitude to the country’s...


Tokyo Win: Rybakina Nears WTA Finals Qualification

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina advanced to the quarterfinals of the WTA 500 tournament in Tokyo. World No. 7 defeated Canada’s Leylah Fernandez (No. 22) in straight...


Republic Day Marks 35 Years Since Kazakhstan’s Declaration of Statehood

ASTANA – Marking 35 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Kazakhstan’s State Sovereignty, celebrated as Republic Day on Oct. 25, political experts say the document...


Kazakhstan’s First AI School Builds Global Peer-to-Peer Learning Community

ASTANA — One year after its launch by Astana Hub, Tomorrow School, Kazakhstan’s first peer-to-peer artificial intelligence school, has evolved into a dynamic international community of 303...


Kazakhstan to Integrate Artificial Intelligence into Lawmaking Process

ASTANA – Artificial intelligence is set to become an expert assistant in Kazakhstan’s lawmaking process, as the Ministry of Justice expands its digital transformation. Deputy Minister of...


Kazakhstan Strengthens Role as Central Asia’s Leading Sunflower Oil Supplier

ALMATY — Kazakh National Association of Oilseed Processors (NAOPK) signed a memorandum of cooperation with Uzbekistan’s Fayz Oil Imports to strengthen regional trade in oil and fat...


Kazakhstan Showcases Investment Potential to International Investors in London

ALMATY — Kazakhstan presented its investment potential, economic strategy, and vision for sustainable growth at the “Kazakhstan – Diplomacy & Trade: Middle Power Countries” panel session during...


Kazakhstan to Host World Taekwondo Championships in 2027

ALMATY — Kazakhstan has officially been selected as the host country of the 2027 World Taekwondo Championships (WT), marking the first time the global competition will take...


LOT Polish Airlines Launches Direct Flights Between Almaty and Warsaw in 2026

ALMATY — LOT Polish Airlines, Poland’s national carrier, will launch direct flights, linking Almaty and Warsaw, starting May 31, 2026. During the summer season, flights will operate...


Excess Liquidity Drives Inflation in Kazakhstan, Says National Bank Governor 

ALMATY — Rising prices in Kazakhstan are primarily driven by excessive liquidity in the economy, said the National Bank of Kazakhstan (NBK) Governor Timur Suleimenov on the...


Kazakhstan Drives Industrial Modernization With 190 New Projects

ALMATY – Kazakhstan is accelerating efforts to diversify its economy and strengthen industrial competitiveness, with particular emphasis on high-value manufacturing and deep-processing projects, following an Oct. 23...