Flights Resume in Kazakhstan After Completion of Airbus Software Update
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has fully completed the mandatory Airbus software update for all Airbus aircraft operated by the country’s airlines, ensuring full compliance with safety requirements. The Civil Aviation Committee of the Transport Ministry confirmed that all Airbus aircraft in the country now meet operational requirements and continue to function normally on Nov. 29. “We…
Kazakhstan Records Zero Terrorism Impact in Global Terrorism Index 2025
ASTANA — Kazakhstan achieved a score of 0.0 in the 2025 Global Terrorism Index (GTI), published by the Institute for Economics & Peace, ranking 100th and placing the country among the world’s safest in terms of terrorism impact. According to the GTI, the countries most affected by terrorism in 2024 were Burkina Faso, Pakistan, and…
National Report Outlines Current Domestic Violence Situation in Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Kazakhstan unveiled its national report on the prevention of domestic violence, prepared by the center for family and gender policy studies of the Kazakhstan Institute of Public Development (KIPD) on Nov. 25. The presentation coincided with the launch of the global UN-backed campaign titled 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, aimed at…
New Macroeconomic Survey Outlines Kazakhstan’s Key Forecast Trends
ASTANA – The National Bank of Kazakhstan has released the results of its latest macroeconomic survey, reflecting independent expert assessments of key economic indicators, including oil prices, GDP growth, inflation, policy rates, trade flows, and the tenge exchange rate. Experts slightly lowered their assumptions for Brent oil prices across the forecast horizon. The average price…
Tokayev Congratulates Gennady Golovkin on Election as World Boxing President
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Gennady Golovkin on his election as President of the World Boxing International Federation on Nov. 25, calling the decision a recognition of the athlete’s global contribution to boxing, his professionalism, and impeccable reputation. “Your path is marked by numerous brilliant victories. It is a story of fortitude, resilience, and…
Kazakhstan Develops Five Cross-Border Hubs to Boost Exports and Trade Connectivity
ASTANA – Five major cross-border hubs are being developed in the country to establish Kazakhstan as a key transport and logistics hub. The launch of these hubs will significantly accelerate trade processes with neighboring countries, increase non-resource exports by 30%, and provide effective logistics conditions for Kazakh companies, said Minister of Trade and Integration Arman…
Kazakhstan, EU Mark Decade of Enhanced Partnership as High-Level EU Envoy Visits Astana
ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with the European Union’s Special Representative for Central Asia, Eduards Stiprais, on Nov. 24, reaffirming Kazakhstan’s commitment to strengthening its multifaceted cooperation with the EU. Greeting Stiprais, President Tokayev emphasized that this year marks the 10th anniversary of the signing of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA), a…
Turkic Academy Celebrates 15 Years as Key Center of Science and Cultural Unity
ASTANA — The International Turkic Academy is marking its 15th anniversary, a milestone that highlights its growing role in strengthening scientific cooperation and cultural integration across the Turkic world. From vision to international hub Over the past 15 years, the academy has evolved from an ambitious idea into a respected international research institution that influences…
News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Multivector Diplomacy, Middle Corridor Momentum, Tourism Surge and More
ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest highlights international analysis of Kazakhstan’s multivector diplomacy, Europe’s rising focus on the Middle Corridor, record-breaking tourism growth and more. European Parliament hosted a landmark roundtable: Strengthening EU–Kazakhstan Connectivity EU Reporter published an article on Nov. 20…
Kazakhstan’s Peacekeeping Hero Honored with Memorial Plate in Türkiye
ASTANA — A memorial plate dedicated to Kazakh peacekeeper Captain Kairat Kudabayev was unveiled at the Military Academy of the Turkish National Defense University, commemorating his bravery and the deep military ties between Kazakhstan and Türkiye. During an official visit to Türkiye, Kazakhstan’s Minister of Defense, Air Force Lieutenant General Dauren Kossanov, paid tribute to…
EU-Kazakhstan Roundtable Highlights Strategic Role of Middle Corridor
ASTANA — The European Parliament hosted a roundtable on Strengthening EU-Kazakhstan Connectivity: Perspectives and Strategic Potential of the Middle Corridor on Nov. 19 showcasing Kazakhstan’s pivotal role in Europe’s future connectivity, strategic autonomy, and green transition. The event brought together MEPs, diplomats, and experts. Opening the roundtable, MEP Ilhan Kyuchyuk, chair of the Committee on…
Kazakh Doctors Provide Lifesaving Support in Afghanistan Following Powerful Earthquake
ASTANA – Kazakhstan continues to provide medical assistance to Afghanistan following the powerful 6.3-magnitude earthquake that struck on the night of Nov. 3. Humanitarian aid and a medical team have been deployed and have been working on the ground since last week. Medicines, surgical instruments, dressings, tents, bedding, and other essential supplies have been delivered…
New Investment Strategy to Boost Kazakhstan’s GDP and Attract Foreign Capital
ASTANA — Kazakhstan is launching a new investment cycle to accelerate economic growth and modernize key industries. At a Nov. 19 government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, officials reviewed the draft Joint Action Program of the Government, National Bank, and the Agency for Regional Development and Financial Markets (ARDFM) for 2026–2028, which aims…
Southern Kazakhstan Advances Energy Capacity with New Plant
ASTANA — Construction has started on a new 50 megawatt (MW) combined-cycle power plant in Auliekol village of the Zhambyl Region, boosting southern Kazakhstan’s energy infrastructure and investment potential. The project, implemented by GES Myrzatai LLP with a total investment of $60 million, will be developed in two phases. The first phase includes the construction…
Kazakhstan Advances Green Corridor Reforms to Boost Transit Efficiency
ASTANA — Kazakhstan outlined steps to implement the Green Corridor system and strengthen its role as a key Eurasian transit hub during a Nov. 18 meeting chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin. Kazakhstan is moving forward with a comprehensive package of measures to streamline customs, modernize border infrastructure, and digitalize logistics processes. The Green…
Kazakhstan Seeks Expanded Grain Exports Through Estonia’s Baltic Ports
ASTANA — Kazakhstan and Estonia are strengthening cooperation in transit logistics to increase the flow of Kazakh grain and other agricultural products through Baltic ports, enhancing access to European and North African markets. During the state visit of Estonia’s President to Kazakhstan, Agriculture Minister Aidarbek Saparov met with the heads of the Sillamäe and Muuga…
Kazakhstan Supports UN Resolution to Halt Gaza Conflict
ASTANA — Kazakh Foreign Ministry welcomed the adoption of United Nations Security Council resolution 2803 (2025) on the comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict in a Nov. 18 statement. “We commend the efforts of the United States and President Donald Trump, as well as other states that made a key contribution to achieving the…
Kazakh PM Joins SCO Heads of Government Meeting in Moscow
ASTANA — Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov participated in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Heads of Government Council meetings in Moscow, where member states discussed strengthening economic cooperation, developing transport connectivity, and advancing digital and industrial collaboration across the region. Discussions focused on boosting trade and economic ties within the SCO. The organization’s contribution to…
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan to Visit Kazakhstan This Week
ASTANA — At the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will pay a state visit to Kazakhstan on Nov. 20–21. The visit will include high-level meetings between the delegations of Kazakhstan and Armenia, during which officials are expected to discuss prospects for strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation across a range of sectors,…
Caspian Sea Shrinks by 36,000 Square Kilometers, Raising Environmental and Economic Concerns
ASTANA — The Caspian Sea has lost 36,000 square kilometers of its surface area over the past 18 years, as water levels along Kazakhstan’s coast continue to fall, posing serious ecological and economic challenges for the region. As of September, the average water level of the Caspian Sea along Kazakhstan’s shores was recorded at minus…
Astana’s Airport Serves 7.8 Million Passengers in January-October
ASTANA — The Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport has served nearly 7.8 million passengers in January-October, a 13% increase compared to the same period last year. Growth was observed across both domestic and international routes. Domestic traffic rose 13% as airlines increased frequency and accessibility of flights. International passenger numbers showed the same growth, supported by…
Halyk Group Opens New Tenge Bank Office in Tashkent
ASTANA — Halyk Group has officially opened a new Tenge Bank office in Tashkent on Nov. 15, symbolically on Kazakhstan’s National Currency Day. The ceremony was attended online by the Presidents of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Since 2019, Tenge Bank has provided $1.5 billion in loans to businesses and individuals, serving as…
Kazakhstan Adopts Central Asia’s First AI Law
ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed Central Asia’s first artificial intelligence law, establishing a sweeping regulatory framework aimed at ensuring the safe, transparent and ethical use of AI across the economy and public sector. As AI is rapidly becoming embedded in daily life, supporting doctors, improving government services, and offering new tools for…
Kazakhstan Reaffirms Strong Commitment to Stable, Prosperous, and Secure Central Asia
ASTANA — Kazakhstan is fully committed to ensuring a politically stable, economically resilient, and secure Central Asia, Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev said at the meeting of Foreign Ministers of Central Asian states, on Nov. 15 in Tashkent. During the gathering, the foreign ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, a deputy foreign minister of Turkmenistan,…
Tokayev Calls for Deeper Integration and Strategic Breakthroughs at Central Asian Leaders Meeting
ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized that Central Asia has entered a period of profound transformation, calling for deeper regional integration at the seventh consultative meeting of heads of state on Nov. 16 in Tashkent. He thanked Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev for hosting the summit and welcomed Azerbaijan as a full member, describing the…
