Central Asian Agriculture Ministers Sign Joint Declaration and Food Security Plan Through 2030
ASTANA – Central Asian agriculture ministers signed the joint declaration and Central Asia Food Security Plan through 2030 during a Nov. 10 meeting in Tashkent, aiming to strengthen regional cooperation and promote sustainable agricultural development. The meeting brought together heads of relevant agencies, representatives of the diplomatic corps, and international organizations. The Kazakh delegation was…
Kazakhstan to Send Humanitarian Mission to Afghanistan Following Devastating Earthquakes
ASTANA – Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev expressed condolences to the Afghan people over the recent earthquakes and announced that Kazakhstan will soon send a humanitarian mission to Kabul, including medical specialists, medicines, and essential supplies, during a Nov. 10 phone call with Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi. Muttaqi thanked Kazakhstan for its ongoing…
Kazakhstan Attracts Over $70 Million in Exploration Investment
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy has attracted more than $71.6 million in exploration investment for the next six years. Speaking at a Nov. 11 government meeting on the development and digitalization of the geological industry, Deputy Minister of Energy Kaiyrkhan Tutkyshbayev outlined the ministry’s efforts to make the sector more efficient and accountable. “Since…
Trump Hints at Possible Visit to Kazakhstan
ASTANA — United States President Donald Trump said he does not rule out a visit to Kazakhstan, after he and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended the C5+1 summit on Nov. 6 in Washington, D.C. Journalists asked President Trump which area of the new $17 billion partnership between Kazakhstan and the U.S., covering aviation, mineral resources, and…
US Congress Moves to Repeal Jackson-Vanik, Expand Trade with Central Asia
ASTANA — The United States (U.S.) Congress has introduced identical bills to repeal the Jackson-Vanik Amendment and grant permanent normal trade relations (PNTR) to Central Asian countries. The bill, titled S.3103, authorizes the extension of nondiscriminatory treatment (normal trade relations) to products of certain countries, reported Kazinform on Nov. 6. Senator Steve Daines, a Republican…
Tokayev Hails New Era in US-Central Asia Ties at White House Summit
ASTANA — Kazakhstan is set to deepen its strategic and economic partnership with the United States, said President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the historic C5+1 summit in Washington, D.C. on Nov. 6, highlighting a transformative era of cooperation and multi-billion-dollar investment opportunities. Expressing gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for organizing the landmark White House meeting,…
Kazakhstan Ranks Third at Asian Youth Games With Record 93 Medals
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s national team concluded its performance at the Third Asian Youth Games, held from Oct. 22 to 31 in Manama, Bahrain, with a historic achievement. Kazakhstan secured third place in the overall team standings, winning 93 medals: 24 gold, 29 silver, and 40 bronze. China topped the medal table with 147 medals (63…
Kazakhstan Strengthens Cultural Ties with Italy Through Tributes to Abai and Shokan Ualikhanov
ASTANA – A bust of Abai Kunanbayev was unveiled in Rome on Oct. 30 to honor Kazakhstan’s great poet and philosopher. Busts and monuments to Abai have now been erected in 21 countries, including Paris and Seoul. As part of the same cultural initiative, a book about Shokan Ualikhanov titled “Shokan Ualikhanov and the Birth…
Burabay’s Iconic Landmarks Get Major Upgrade With New Observation Decks and Family Attractions
ASTANA – Eight renovated observation decks and new amenities have transformed Burabay’s most famous natural landmarks: Mount Bolektau, Ayutas and Tufelka Rocks, and the Valley of Love, making the area more beautiful, safer, and convenient for visitors. Mount Bolektau’s ascent no longer resembles a mountaineering challenge. The trail now features sturdy stairs leading to a…
Economic Cooperation Tops Agenda of Kazakh PM’s Meeting With US Delegation
ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor and Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on Oct. 29 to discuss expanding trade and investment cooperation. Bektenov emphasized that Kazakhstan attaches particular importance to developing cooperation with the United States, noting that the meeting represents…
Kazakhstan, US Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Boost Regional Stability and Growth
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic partnership aimed at ensuring stability, security, and prosperity in the region. Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor and Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on Oct. 29. During the…
Almaty Surgeons Save Six Lives Thanks to Posthumous Organ Donation
ASTANA – Surgeons in Almaty saved the lives of six patients through a multi-organ donation from a deceased woman born in 1962. The procedure took place at the Central City Clinical Hospital. With the consent of the deceased’s relatives, doctors were able to transplant several vital organs simultaneously: a heart was transplanted to a patient…
Sotheby’s Announces Islamic & Middle Eastern Art Sales in London, Featuring Rare Central Asian Works
ASTANA – Sotheby’s, one of the world’s oldest and most famous auction houses, will present its Islamic & Middle Eastern Art sales in London on Oct. 28–29, showcasing centuries of artistry, from modern and contemporary masterpieces to traditional craftsmanship. The auctions will feature rare Central Asian lots, including ceramics, metalwork, tiles, and a section from…
Kazakhstan-Finland Business Forum Strengthens Trade, Investment, and Technological Cooperation
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the expansion of trade, investment, energy, transport, digital innovation, and environmental cooperation between the two countries during the Kazakhstan-Finland Business Forum held on Oct. 28 as part of Finnish President Alexander Stubb’s official visit to Astana. The forum showcased the growing presence of Finnish companies in Kazakhstan, reinforced partnerships…
Kazakhstan, Finland Reaffirm Strategic Partnership in Joint Statement
ASTANA — Kazakhstan and Finland reaffirmed their commitment to advancing a strategic partnership grounded in mutual respect, sustainability, and innovation, according to a joint statement adopted by Presidents Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Alexander Stubb on Oct. 28. Acknowledging over 33 years of diplomatic relations, the Presidents reaffirmed their firm commitment to strengthening and diversifying the Kazakhstan–Finland…
Finland, Kazakhstan Strengthen Economic Links Through New Agreements
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Finland signed 15 documents during the Oct. 28 official visit of President of Finland Alexander Stubb to Kazakhstan, underscoring both nations’ commitment to expanding cooperation in trade, innovation, and sustainable development. These include memorandums of understanding on cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy between the Atomic Energy Agency of…
Kazakhstan Joins UN Convention to Combat Cybercrime
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime in Hanoi, Vietnam. The document aims to strengthen international cooperation in combating crimes in the field of information and communications technology and enhance global cybersecurity. A Kazakh delegation led by First Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, Police Major General Bauyrzhan Alenov, took part in…
Kazakhstan Advances Transport Projects to Spur Economic Growth
ASTANA – In January-August, the volume of transit traffic through Kazakhstan reached 25.81 million tons, marking a 3.2% increase compared to the same period last year, as the country continues to implement large-scale measures to improve logistics efficiency, strengthen international transport corridors, and ensure sustainable economic development. Road infrastructure This year, construction and repair works…
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 by a special proclamation from Mayor Eric Adams’ Office declaring Kazakhstan Heritage Day to celebrate the nation’s friendship with the United States and the Kazakh community’s contribution to…
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 Justice Bekbolat Moldabekov announced that AI will soon help draft regulatory legal acts, while the recently launched Digital Bailiff system has already saved citizens over 1.9 billion tenge…
Kazakhstan, EU Deepen Strategic Cooperation on Connectivity, Green Energy, and Digital Transformation
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Arman Issetov participated in the ministerial meeting on advancing connectivity between Central Asia, the Eastern Partnership, Türkiye, and the EU in Luxembourg. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in transport, energy, digital transformation, and trade, with particular attention to developing the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and ensuring affordable clean…
Kazakhstan Draws Strong Demand for $1.5 Billion Eurobond at Record-Low Yield
ASTANA – The Kazakh Finance Ministry has placed $1.5 billion in sovereign Eurobonds on the international capital market with a five-year maturity, achieving the lowest yield in the nation’s history. The issue attracted strong demand from global investors, closing with a final yield of 4.412% and a spread of 85 basis points over the U.S.…
Almaty Honored for Tourism Innovation and Urban Transformation at Global Tourism Forum 2025
ASTANA – Almaty has earned the Special Recognition Award for Tourism Innovation and Urban Transformation at the World Tourism Awards 2025, held during the Global Tourism Forum in Brussels. The award celebrates the city’s outstanding achievements in sustainable development, smart planning, and its growing reputation as a model for urban tourism in Central Asia. Representatives…
Finnish President Alexander Stubb to Pay Official Visit to Kazakhstan Next Week
ASTANA – At the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Finland Alexander Stubb will pay an official visit to Kazakhstan on Oct. 28–29. During the visit, the Presidents are expected to hold bilateral talks to discuss the prospects for strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and Finland, as well as to exchange views on pressing global…
ERG to Build $1.2 Billion Hydrogen-Ready HBI Plant in Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), a global metals and mining company, has signed a strategic contract with Primetals Technologies (Austria) and Midrex Technologies, Inc. (USA) to build Kazakhstan’s first hot briquetted iron (HBI) plant with an annual capacity of 2 million tons in Rudny. The $1.2 billion project will serve global markets and is…
