Kazakhstan Maps Out New Opportunities for International Investors
ASTANA – Kazakhstan presented the key provisions of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s state-of-the-nation address on foreign policy, transport and logistics, industry and construction to heads of diplomatic missions and international organizations in Astana on Nov. 9. Foreign Minister Mukhtar Tileuberdi said the address carried particular significance as it was delivered in the year marking the 35th…
Three Kazakh Traditions Move Closer to UNESCO Recognition
ASTANA – UNESCO’s Evaluation Body has recommended adding Kazakhstan’s Salburyny hunting festival, traditional embroidery and feltmaking to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, according to a document published by the organization. Salburyn Rooted in nomadic traditions, Salburyny is an annual equestrian festival featuring Tazy hunting dogs and golden eagle falconry. Usually…
Kazakhstan, Tajikistan Expand Trade and Economic Cooperation
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Tajikistan reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening strategic partnership and expanding economic ties during talks between Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Astana on Nov. 7, reported Akorda. Welcoming the Tajik leader, Tokayev described his visit as a sign of the special respect and friendship between the two…
US, Chevron Extend Initiative Bringing STEAM Education to Kazakh Youth
ASTANA – More than 54,000 young people in Kazakhstan have benefited from a U.S.-Chevron initiative offering free access to STEAM education, as the partners extended their Makerspace program for another three years on Nov. 5. Launched in 2020, the initiative promotes practical learning in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) through a network of…
Kazakhstan’s Autumn Skies Come Alive with Migrating Birds
ASTANA – Autumn brings one of nature’s most remarkable seasonal events to Kazakhstan, as migratory birds cross the country on their way to warmer wintering grounds. Its diverse landscapes serve as an important corridor for numerous species, including rare birds listed in Kazakhstan’s Red Book. Whooper swans fly over Katon-Karagai National Park In East Kazakhstan,…
Kazakhstan, Jordan Focus on Security, Trade and Regional Stability
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Jordan discussed regional and global security challenges, as well as ways to expand bilateral cooperation during talks between President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein in Astana on Nov. 5, reported Akorda. Tokayev described the Jordanian king’s official visit as a sign of the strong ties of friendship,…
Narxoz Conference Explores Central Asia’s Path to Stronger Regional Cooperation
ASTANA – Central Asia’s role in shaping global governance, strengthening regional cooperation and advancing sustainable development was the focus of an international conference hosted by Narxoz University on Nov. 4 in Almaty, the university’s press service reported. The Mind for Peace conference examined how education, academic diplomacy and regional partnerships can contribute to peace, justice…
Kazakh Prosecutor General Keeps Mangystau Military Investigation Under Oversight
ASTANA – More than 300 people have been questioned and over 30 forensic examinations and expert studies have been conducted as part of an investigation into the deaths of servicemen during a military exercise in the Mangystau Region, the Prosecutor General’s Office press service reported on Nov. 5. The Interior Ministry’s military investigative authorities are…
IFC Invests $ 33 Million to Modernize Agricultural Services in Central Asia
ASTANA – Eurasia Group has secured $33 million in financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, to expand agricultural machinery distribution, maintenance and farmer training networks in Kazakhstan and the Kyrgyz Republic. The investment aims to increase agricultural productivity, strengthen food security and support an estimated 1,600 jobs…
Kazakhstan Strengthens Export Push with New Istanbul Trade Office
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has opened a QazTrade office in Istanbul to help domestic manufacturers enter the Turkish market and find business partners in other countries, Kazinform reported on Nov. 4. The office aims to promote Kazakh products in Türkiye and expand export opportunities for local businesses. It will connect Kazakh manufacturers with Turkish companies, allowing…
Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry Reviews Plan to Promote President’s Address Abroad
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry held a collegium meeting chaired by Foreign Minister Mukhtar Tileuberdi to discuss the implementation of priorities outlined in President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s state-of-the-nation address, the ministry’s press service reported on Nov.5. Participants also reviewed a comprehensive plan to promote the address’s key messages internationally and explain its main priorities to foreign…
Kazakhstan Prepares for High-Level Diplomatic Week with International Leaders
ASTANA – King of Jordan Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein will pay an official visit to Kazakhstan on Nov. 5-6 at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Aibek Smadiyarov, the president’s press secretary, announced on his Telegram channel on Nov. 4. The two leaders will discuss ways to expand bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, economic relations, culture and…
Nazarbayev University Conference Highlights Need to Rethink Teaching Practices
ASTANA – Educators and higher education experts worldwide gathered in Astana on Oct. 27-28 for Nazarbayev University’s Teaching Conference 2026 to discuss ways to improve teaching quality, support faculty development and address the challenges posed by artificial intelligence, reported the university’s press service. The conference brought together around 200 participants from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic,…
Kazakhstan Sets Aside $ 14.3 Billion for Infrastructure and Social Projects Through 2029
ASTANA – The Kazakh government approved an action plan on Nov. 3 to implement the president’s state-of-the-nation address, allocating around 6.5 trillion tenge (US$14.3 billion) for key social and infrastructure projects through the end of 2029. The plan includes 96 measures across 12 areas and was presented at a government meeting by Deputy Prime Minister…
Two More Amur Tigers to Join Kazakhstan’s Wildlife Comeback in 2027
ASTANA – Kazakhstan is preparing the next stage of its tiger reintroduction program, with two cubs expected to be released into the wild in 2027, Kazinform reported on Nov.3. The cubs are undergoing adaptation in special enclosures. Their release will depend on their health, behavior, and ability to survive independently. The program aims to release…
Japan, UNDP Commit $ 3 Million to Greener Mining in Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) provide Kazakhstan with $3 million to strengthen environmental oversight and promote sustainable development in its rare metal and rare earth mineral sector under a new initiative launched Oct. 30, reported the UNDP’s press service. Funded by Japan, the project will be implemented by UNDP in…
Kazakhstan Restores Oil Flows Through Key Export Pipeline
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has resumed oil transportation through the Atyrau-Samara pipeline after suspending operations following drone attacks on facilities in Russia, according to the Kazakh Ministry of Energy. The pipeline returned to operation after specialists inspected the infrastructure and confirmed that the equipment was safe to use. Oil transportation was suspended at 6:09 a.m. Astana…
Erdoğan Sends Warm Message to Tokayev While Flying Over Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan sent greetings to Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev while flying over Kazakhstan en route to South Korea, Aibek Smadiyarov, the Kazakh president’s press secretary, said on his Telegram channel on Nov. 2. “On my way to the Republic of Korea for an official visit, I am flying over the…
Alatau City Secures $ 1.3 Billion in Deals During London Investment Roadshow
ASTANA – Nine agreements with international partners worth a combined $1.3 billion were signed during an investment roundtable for Alatau City in London on Nov. 2, as Kazakhstan launched a European roadshow to attract foreign investment for the city’s development. The agreements cover infrastructure and investment project financing, the development of educational and medical facilities,…
Fuel Disruptions in Russia Create Opening for Kazakhstan, but Refineries Aren’t Enough
ASTANA – Kazakhstan is seeking to turn its refining capacity into a competitive advantage in regional fuel markets as disruptions to Russian supplies and tightening global diesel markets create new opportunities and risks for Central Asia’s largest oil producer. The government aims to fully meet domestic demand for petroleum products and begin exporting finished fuels…
Slovenian Port Seeks Stronger Transport Links with Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Slovenia’s Port of Koper sees opportunities to strengthen transport links with Kazakhstan through the Middle Corridor and share its digital port-management expertise to improve cargo handling and logistics efficiency, said Nevenka Kržan, president of the port’s management board, in an interview with The Astana Times. The potential cooperation comes as Kazakhstan seeks to…
Experts See New Opportunities for Central Asia-Azerbaijan Cooperation in C6 Format
ASTANA – The emerging C6 cooperation format, bringing Azerbaijan and the five Central Asian countries together, could strengthen regional trade, transport connectivity and investment, but its success will depend on turning political commitments into concrete projects, experts said during an online webinar on Oct. 15. The discussion examined the implications of Azerbaijan’s participation in the…
Middle Corridor Could Add $58 Billion to Regional GDP by 2040, World Bank Says
ASTANA – The Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor could increase the combined gross domestic product of countries along the route by 3.3% and generate around two million jobs by 2040 if governments invest in infrastructure and improve cross-border coordination, according to a World Bank report presented in Astana on Oct. 15. “The Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor, also known…
Can Agricultural Growth Make Kazakhstan Regional Food Security Hub?
ASTANA – The global food system is facing several pressures at once. Population growth and rising incomes, particularly in middle-income countries, are changing consumption patterns. Demand for meat, dairy products, and other protein sources is increasing. At the same time, agriculture faces growing climate risks. Water scarcity, higher input costs and supply chain disruptions linked…
Kazakhstan, Belgium Seek to Expand Partnership Across Key Sectors
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Belgium are set to deepen cooperation in transport and logistics, critical minerals, energy, agriculture, digitalization and other priority sectors as President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Belgium’s King Philippe in Astana on Oct. 12. The talks marked the start of King Philippe and Queen Mathilde’s first state visit to Kazakhstan, which…
