FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Chess Championships Kick Off in Almaty
ASTANA – The FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Championships kicked off on Dec. 25 at the Baluan Sholak Palace of Culture and Sports in Almaty, reported the press service of the Kazakh Chess Federation. Some 176 chess players from 50 countries are taking part in open tournaments. Ninety-eight players compete in the women’s tournament. Norwegian…
Kazakh President’s Office Highlights Signature Events of 2022
ASTANA – The Akorda press service released the key events highlighting the activities of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in 2022 on Dec. 26. Thus, the President signed 68 laws, 422 decrees, and 594 decisions concerning the appeals of individuals and legal entities. During the year, Tokayev held 59 telephone conversations, publicly signed constitutional amendments into law,…
Kazakh National Bank Issues Commemorative Saka-Style Coins
ASTANA – The National Bank of Kazakhstan issued Saka-style bicolor circulating coins made of silver, reported the bank’s press service on Dec. 21. The five commemorative coins have a face value of 100 tenge (US$0.21). The total number of silver coins 24.5 millimeters in diameter is 5 million pieces. The front side of the coins…
Historical Journalist Releases Book Exploring January Events in Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Russian journalist and author of best selling books on modern history Leonid Mlechin presented his book titled “Tragic January: President Tokayev and Lessons Learned” on the riots that took place at the beginning of the year on Dec. 20 at the Kazakh Embassy in Russia, reported Kazinform News Agency. Mlechin traveled to Almaty…
Kazakhstan to Implement UNDP Country Program for 2021-2025
ASTANA – Kazakh Ministry of National Economy and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) signed an agreement on Dec. 22 on financing the UNDP Country Program for 2021-2025, reported the ministry’s press service. The program covers four areas: solving the problems of inequality in the development of regions and social vulnerability, strengthening the effectiveness of…
Kazakhstan, Japan Maintain Productive Partnership, Says Kazakh Foreign Minister
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Japan have developed a strategic partnership that demonstrates dynamic development in the political, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian spheres over 30 years of diplomatic relations, said Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs Mukhtar Tileuberdi during his meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Dec. 23, reported the Foreign…
Foreign Direct Investments in Kazakhstan Grow by 28 Percent
ASTANA – Foreign direct investments (FDI) in Kazakhstan reached $14.5 billion in the first six months of this year, a 28 percent increase over the same period last year, said Deputy Foreign Minister Almas Aidarov at a press briefing at the Central Communication Service on Dec. 22. Aidarov noted that this year’s main task was…
Kazakh President Opens Memorial to Victims of January Events in Almaty
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev took part in the opening of the Tagzym (bow) Memorial dedicated to the victims of the January events in Almaty on Dec. 23, reported Akorda press service. “The monument has deep meaning and great significance. It reflects the many stages of our statehood’s development. The quotes from prominent Kazakh…
January Events Investigation Nears Completion as Prosecutor General’s Office Submits New Reports
ASTANA – The investigation of the January events is nearing its completion, said First Deputy Prosecutor General Timur Tashimbayev at a briefing on Dec. 22 devoted to the results of the Prosecutor General Office’s work. “A total of 1,249 people have been convicted. They committed thefts, stole weapons and participated in riots. 160 people received…
Prosecutor General’s Office Returns $1.4 Billion of Illegally Withdrawn Funds
ASTANA – Kazakhstan managed to return 631 billion tenge (US$1.36 billion) in illegally withdrawn funds, including $400 million from abroad, said the First Deputy Prosecutor General Timur Tashimbayev at a Dec. 22 briefing dedicated to the results of the Prosecutor General Office’s work. The agency continues its work on returning assets and combatting oligopolies. It…
Kazatompom Completes Delivery of Uranium to Western Market Via Middle Corridor
ASTANA – The Kazatomprom national atomic company has completed a physical delivery of natural uranium to Western markets via the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), the so-called Middle corridor, reported the Kazatomprom press service on Dec. 20. The delivery, which included Kazatomprom and Turkistan-based JV Inkai-owned uranium, arrived at a Canadian port. The company has…
Tokayev Arrives in Uzbekistan As Part of Official Visit
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Tashkent for a state visit on Dec. 21, reported Akorda press service. Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev welcomed Tokayev at the Tashkent international airport. The Kazakh President will hold bilateral meetings with their Uzbek partners in narrow and expanded formats. The parties will sign several agreements. At the…
Kazakh Foreign Minister Welcomes EBRD Contribution to Kazakhstan’s Economic Development
ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mukhtar Tileuberdi praised the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) for its contribution to Kazakhstan’s development over the past 30 years at the Dec. 21 meeting with EBRD President Odile Renaud-Basso in London, reported the Foreign Ministry’s press service. The parties discussed the…
Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan Sign 40 Agreements Worth $2.5 Billion at Tashkent Business Forum
ASTANA – Some 40 agreements on investment, trade, and economic cooperation worth $2.5 billion were signed at the interregional Uzbek-Kazakh business forum on Dec. 21 in Tashkent, reported the Prime Minister’s press service. More than 400 delegates from both sides took part in the forum. Serik Zhumangarin, Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Trade…
Kazakh PM and Deputy Chair of Reforms Council Sir Suma Chakrabarti Discuss Economic Prospects for 2023
ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov met with Deputy Chair of the Supreme Council for Reforms Sir Suma Chakrabarti to discuss plans for the upcoming year on Dec. 21, reported the Prime Minister’s press service. They also spoke about the country’s current economic situation, measures to reduce inflation and the introduction of the Organisation…
Kazakhstan and UK Pledge to Strengthen Cooperation, Hold Strategic Dialogue Meeting in London
ASTANA – United Kingdom (UK) Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs James Cleverly and Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mukhtar Tileuberdi pledged to strengthen cooperation during the sixth Kazakhstan-UK Strategic Dialogue on Dec. 20 in London, reported the Kazakh Foreign Ministry’s press service. In a joint statement, the…
Politicians, Experts Discuss Cooperation Through Multilateral Organizations at Central Asian Media Forum
ASTANA – The second day of the Central Asian Media Forum kicked off with the Multilateral organizations as a bridge of cooperation panel session. Former Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States Halil Akinci in his speech urged countries to strengthen international cooperation. “The members of the Turkic Council should not be in confrontation…
Kazakhstan Delivers Humanitarian Relief for Afghanistan Earthquake Survivors
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Afghanistan, Alimkhan Yessengeldiyev, and representatives of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) visited the Barmal district of Paktika province in Afghanistan on Dec. 15 to hand over humanitarian supplies previously sent by Kazakhstan through the UNAMA to the victims of the devastating earthquake last summer, reported the Foreign…
Central Asian States Should Enhance Ties in Various Areas, Says Kazakhstan’s State Counselor
ASTANA – Central Asian countries should enhance ties in different areas, said Kazakhstan’s State Counselor Erlan Karin at a Dec. 20 Central Asian Media Forum in Astana, reported the Kazinform. “Central Asian states have started collaborating in recent years. The consultative meetings of Central Asian heads of state, the first of which took place in…
President Tokayev Calls to Expand Cultural, Humanitarian Cooperation in Central Asia at Media Forum
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev encouraged Central Asian countries to expand cultural and humanitarian partnerships as State Counselor Erlan Karin read the welcoming speech at the Central Asian Media Forum on Dec. 20 in Astana. “Congratulations on the launch of the inaugural Central Asian Media Forum! In today’s world, where mass communications are rapidly…
Central Election Commission Report: 130 People Nominated for Senate Elections
ASTANA – Some 130 people were nominated for the deputy elections to the Kazakh Senate (the upper house of the Parliament) to be held Jan. 14 next year, said acting Chairman of the Central Election Commission (CEC) Konstantin Petrov at the Dec. 15 meeting, the CEC press service reported. This direct election will determine deputies…
Astana Christmas Tree Lit Up at EXPO Square
ASTANA – The 25-meter-high Christmas tree was lit up in a festive ceremony at the International Exhibition Centre EXPO Square in front of the Nur Alem Pavilion on Dec. 19 in Astana, reported the city administration’s press service. Astana Mayor Zhenis Kassymbek lighted nearly 360 lights adorning the tree. “Dear Astana residents and visitors, on…
Astana Hosts First Central Asian Media Forum, Brings Together World Experts to Share Insights
ASTANA – More than 100 international experts address media development and share insights and experiences at the first Central Asian Media Forum on Dec. 20 in Astana. Winners of the Pulitzer Prize, world politicians, international and local journalists, influencers, heads of international organizations, and authoritative media experts are expected to participate in the event. Within…
President Tokayev to Pay State Visit to Uzbekistan
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will meet with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev as part of the state visit to Uzbekistan on Dec. 21-22, reported the Akorda press service. Presidents are expected to discuss the strategic partnership, including the development of trade, economic, and transit-transport cooperation, and prospects in the humanitarian sphere. In addition,…
Kazakhstan’s National Bank Releases Togyzkumalak Collectible Coins
ASTANA – The National Bank of Kazakhstan released collectible coins dedicated to the Kazakh traditional game of Togyzkumalak on Dec. 15, reported the bank’s press service. Togyzkumalak, an ancient board game designed to develop a person’s intellect, is included in the UNESCO (The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) List of Intangible Cultural Heritage…
