Kazakhstan to Launch Wi-Fi Calling in 2026, Replace 3G With 4G
ALMATY — Kazakhstan is preparing for a mass rollout of VoWiFi (Voice over Wi-Fi) technology in 2026, a move expected to eliminate areas with weak mobile coverage inside buildings, officials announced at an Oct. 21 government meeting on digital infrastructure chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. The officials discussed VoWiFi technology that enables users to…
Kazakhstan to Ensure Nationwide Internet Access by 2027
ALMATY — Kazakhstan is set to provide all its population with high-speed internet by 2027 as part of its ambitious drive to become a fully digital nation within the next three years. The announcement was made during an Oct. 21 government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, who emphasized that digital infrastructure forms the…
Kazakhstan Ranks 44th Globally in Traffic Congestion Index
ALMATY – Kazakhstan ranked 44th out of 89 countries in the Numbeo Global Traffic Index for January-June 2025, with an overall score of 136.3 points. According to the index methodology, higher scores and rankings reflect more severe traffic congestion. The traffic index is a composite indicator that takes into account travel time, dissatisfaction with commuting,…
Almaty to Host Powerexpo 2025, Showcasing Kazakhstan’s Expanding Energy Future
ALMATY — Almaty will host Powerexpo 2025, an international exhibition dedicated to energy, electrical engineering, and power technology, on Oct. 21–23 at the Atakent Exhibition Center. The event will gather 232 companies from 17 countries, reflecting growing international interest in Kazakhstan’s rapidly developing energy sector. The exhibition, which has grown by 24% compared to last…
Global Mind: How Modern Youth Redefines Beauty of Life
When I was younger, the world felt enormous, distant, glittering, and separated by borders that existed as much in my imagination as they did on any map. Back then, traveling abroad or studying in another country felt like an impossible dream, the kind reserved for someone luckier, richer, or braver. But as I grew older,…
Nine Young Steppe Eagles From Kazakhstan Begin First Migration Journey
ALMATY — Nine young steppe eagles tagged with GPS trackers in Kazakhstan have begun their first migration to wintering grounds, marking an international effort to study and protect one of the region’s most iconic birds of prey. In the summer of 2025, experts from the Association for the Conservation of Biodiversity of Kazakhstan (ACBK) equipped…
Kazakhstan Presents Unique Yurt to TURKSOY Headquarters in Ankara
ALMATY — A delegation from Kazakhstan’s Mangystau Region has presented a unique cultural symbol, a seven-winged Kazakh yurt, to the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY). The ceremony held at the organization’s headquarters on Oct. 16 in Ankara, celebrated the strengthening of cultural cooperation and brotherly ties among Turkic nations, the Mangystau region governor’s office…
Mammoth Bones Dating Back 40,000 Years Found in Akmola Region
ALMATY – The fossils of a woolly mammoth estimated to have lived between 40,000 and 15,000 years ago have been discovered near the Novobratskoye village in the Bulandy district of the Akmola region. The discovery, made on the bank of the Konyr River, includes a lower jaw and limb bones believed to have belonged to…
Kazakhstan, World Bank Reaffirm Strategic Partnership for Sustainable Growth
ALMATY — Cooperation with the World Bank remains one of the key pillars of Kazakhstan’s sustainable development, said Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin at an Oct. 17 meeting of the Swiss sub-group at the World Bank and International Monetary Fund. According to him, Kazakhstan’s three-decade-long strategic partnership with the World…
Tashkent Launches Construction of Central Asia’s Largest Airport
ALMATY — Uzbekistan has officially launched construction of a new international airport that is expected to become the largest in Central Asia. The ceremony took place on Oct. 15 in the Tashkent region with the participation of President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. It marked the start of a major infrastructure project aimed at turning Central…
Kazakhstan, US Representatives Discuss Repeal of Jackson–Vanik Amendment
ALMATY — Kazakhstan and the United States are strengthening their economic partnership as members of the U.S. Congress reaffirmed support for repealing the decades-old Jackson–Vanik amendment in relation to Kazakhstan. The move is expected to open new opportunities for trade, investment, and technological cooperation between the two countries. The initiative was discussed on Oct. 15,…
Kazakhstan Introduces Temporary Price Moratoriums, Business Relief Measures
ALMATY – The Kazakh government has announced a series of measures to stabilize the economy and mitigate the social impact of ongoing reforms on Oct. 16, following President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s instructions to ensure macroeconomic stability and protect citizens’ interests. Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov chaired a government meeting with ministers and regional officials to discuss the…
Azerbaijani President to Pay State Visit to Kazakhstan
ALMATY – At the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev will pay a state visit to Kazakhstan on October 20–21. During the visit, the two leaders are expected to hold high-level talks to discuss the strengthening of strategic partnership and the expansion of cooperation in trade, transport, logistics, and cultural-humanitarian spheres,…
Kazakhstan, US to Strengthen Ties Through Economic Cooperation and Investment Opportunities
ALMATY – Kazakhstan presented its policy of proactive economic growth to US investors during a business roundtable organized by the business council (USKZBC) at the United States Chamber of Commerce in Washington on Oct. 15. The event took place on the eve of the annual meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund,…
Qazaq Air Launches Direct Flights from Astana to Bishkek and Samarkand
ALMATY – Qazaq Air announced the launch of two new international routes connecting Astana with Bishkek and Samarkand, expanding the airline’s presence in Central Asia. Starting Nov. 7, Qazaq Air will operate direct flights between Astana and Samarkand twice a week – on Fridays and Sundays. Beginning Nov. 10, flights between Astana and Bishkek will…
BBC Showcases Mangystau Region’s Otherworldly Beauty
ALMATY – The stunning natural scenery of the Mangystau region has captured international attention, featuring in a new segment on the global platform. The video was released on the BBC and explores the region’s otherworldly landscapes and geological history, the Tourism Industry Committee of the Kazakh Ministry of Tourism and Sports reported on Oct. 14.…
Dimash Qudaibergen Premieres Song at ATP 250 Tennis Tournament in Almaty
ALMATY – World-renowned artist Dimash Qudaibergen performed at the ATP 250 Almaty Open on Oct. 14, presenting an international setlist featuring works by composers from France, the United States, Turkey, and Kazakhstan. As a composer, Qudaibergen also unveiled his new original piece titled “Samgau” (“To Soar”), a song that embodies his artistic tribute to his…
Kazakhstan, Italy to Strengthen Industrial and Energy Cooperation
ALMATY – Kazakhstan and Italy reaffirmed their commitment to expanding joint industrial and energy projects as part of high-level discussions held in Rome on Oct. 14. The talks, led by Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev, brought together senior executives of Italy’s leading companies in the energy and engineering sectors to explore new opportunities for investment…
Kazakhstan Shows Improvement in Investment Climate Amid Systemic Challenges
ALMATY – The Kazakhstan Investors Association (KIA) has released an analytical report on Oct. 6, assessing the positive dynamic of the country’s investment environment and outlining recommendations to further improve the business climate. Despite the global slowdown in foreign direct investment (FDI), Kazakhstan continues to demonstrate positive momentum. According to the report, gross FDI inflows…
Kazakhstan Expands Renewable Energy, Increases Oil and Gas Production
ALMATY – Kazakhstan has recorded a significant increase in oil and gas production in January-September 2025, Energy Minister Yerlan Akkenzhenov reported at a government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov on Oct. 14. According to Akkenzhenov, oil and gas condensate output for this period reached 75.7 million tons, up 113.2% from the same period…
Kazakhstan Sets Guinness World Record with Camel Caravan in Almaty Region
ALMATY – A caravan of 1,000 one-humped camels that marched one kilometer through the village of Akshi in the Ili District of Almaty region on Sept. 20 has officially entered the Guinness World Records as the world’s largest camel caravan. The record was confirmed by Guinness World Records representative Richard-William Stenning, who personally presented the…
Kazakhstan Backs Regional Efforts to Enhance Security in the Caspian Sea
ALMATY – Naval commanders from Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, and Russia signed a security cooperation document on Oct. 8 in Saint Petersburg, Russia, that reinforces the principle of non-interference by external powers in Caspian Sea affairs. The Caspian Sea Comprehensive Strategic Cooperation Agreement reflects the shared commitment of the littoral states to strengthen regional coordination and…
Kazakhstan Calls for Collective Action to Revive the Aral Sea and Strengthen Water Security
ALMATY – More than 40 environmental projects are being implemented in the Aral Sea basin, as announced at the second meeting of the Board of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS), held on Oct. 10 in Astana under Kazakhstan’s chairmanship. The meeting, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Kanat Bozumbayev, brought…
Semei Holds Kazakhstan’s First Direct Election for City Mayor
ALMATY – Semei, an administrative center of Abai Region held its first-ever direct election for the city’s akim (mayor) on Oct. 12, marking a historic milestone in the country’s democratic reforms. Voting started at 7 a.m. across the city’s 128 polling stations. More than 220,000 residents of Semei were eligible to vote, the city’s administration…
Kazakhstan, EU to Boost Green Energy and Infrastructure Projects
ALMATY — Kazakhstan has signed memoranda of cooperation with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) on Oct. 10 to expand investment in renewable energy, hydropower, and power grid modernization. The agreements were concluded during the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, where the Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan…
