Swiss Institute Ranks Kazakhstan 37th in World Competitiveness Ranking
ASTANA – The International Institute for Management and Development (IMD) World Competitiveness Center in Lausanne, Switzerland published the results of the World Competitiveness Ranking on June 20, where Kazakhstan took 37th place out of 64 countries with a score of 66.11. Kazakhstan moved up six places compared to last year. The country is ranked ahead…
Central Asian Alliance to End Gender-Based Violence Launches in Almaty
ASTANA – The Central Asian Alliance to End Gender-Based Violence launched on June 27 in Almaty as part of the United Nations Spotlight Initiative Regional Program for Central Asia and Afghanistan funded by the European Union, reported the UN’s press service. The initiative aims to combat gender-based violence while advancing the fifth Sustainable Development Goal…
American Travel Bloggers Discover Kazakhstan’s Hidden Gems
ASTANA – American bloggers, writers, and journalists, who recently visited Kazakhstan, believe the world should experience the country’s natural beauty and unique sights, according to the Jibek Joly TV channel. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Kazakh Tourism National Company organized a special press tour of the Almaty Region for journalists. During…
Kazakhstan and UN Volunteers Launch Promising Initiatives
ASTANA – The International Volunteer Forum in Astana resulted in a series of initiatives in the sphere of volunteering, including signing and implementation of the Full Funding Program agreement between the Kazakh Ministry of Information and Social Development and the United Nations, reported the ministry’s press service on its Instagram page. Darkhan Kydyrali, Minister of…
Kazakh Programming Startup for Children Raises $2 Million
ASTANA – Kazakh Ed-Tech startup CodiPlay focusing on teaching children programming and creating gadgets (IoT projects) based on arcade games, has closed its seed round with $2 million in funding, the company’s press service reported. The comprehensive learning system garnered significant interest from investors, with $1.5 million coming from the Tumar Venture Fund, a Kazakh…
Uzbek Athlete Runs Marathon Along Aral Sea Bottom
ASTANA – Uzbek athlete and organizer of mass races Andrey Kulikov ran the Aral Eco Marathon with a distance of over 42 kilometers along the bottom of the Aral Sea, dedicated to World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, the Uzbek Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection, and Climate Change said on its Telegram channel on…
Explore Wonders of Naurzum: Kazakhstan’s Stunning UNESCO-Listed Reserve
ASTANA – The Naurzum national nature reserve is a protected area in northern Kazakhstan in the Kostanai Region. It covers an area of around 191,000 hectares and was established in 1931 to protect the region’s unique flora and fauna. It was one of the very first reserves in Eurasia to be included in the United…
Empowering Women Leaders: Key Insights from Astana International Forum’s Panel Session
ASTANA – Astana International Forum’s panel session, Advancing Women’s Leadership: Supporting International Global Initiatives, on June 9 considered the initiatives that should be taken to promote women’s leadership and political representation, and amplify their voices in senior decision-making roles, which is crucial to achieving gender equality and creating a world, which is fair, just and…
Ministers Brief Foreign Media about Kazakhstan’s Digital Progress and Logistics Capacity at Astana International Forum
ASTANA — Kazakh Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry Bagdad Mussin held a press briefing for the foreign media on June 9, highlighting the opportunities of an e-gov mobile app and satellite technologies. The e-governance serves as a perfect example of Kazakhstan’s progress in the digitalization field, according to Mussin. The website provides…
First Day Impressions From Astana International Forum
ASTANA – The Astana International Forum (AIF) participants shared their impressions with The Astana Times about the first day of the forum on June 8 in the Kazakh capital. According to Michel Roee, chairman of the Israel-Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce, the AIF is one of the most important platforms for opinion exchange among countries, businesses,…
Kazakhstan’s Animation Industry Soars as Nation Honors Pioneer Animator Amen Khaidarov on His 100th Anniversary
ASTANA – Kazakhfilm studio organized a special event on June 3 in Almaty, commemorating the centenary since the birth of Amen Khaidarov, the nation’s pioneer animator. Veterans of the domestic animation industry who made a significant contribution to Kazakh animation’s development gathered to honor the outstanding animator’s memory. “Amen aga (uncle) was devoted to his…
Discover East Kazakhstan: Destination of Natural Wonders, Cultural Treasures and Adventure
ASTANA – The East Kazakhstan Region is a hidden gem that offers breathtaking natural beauty, unique cultural experiences, and various activities for all. It has become a popular destination for adventure seekers, nature lovers, and cultural enthusiasts worldwide. It is a must-visit location for those looking to explore the beauty and diversity of Kazakhstan. The…
Kazakh IHT Central Asia Factory Pioneers Medical Technology Progress in Region
ASTANA – The establishment of the IHT Central Asia factory, which produces coronary stents and balloons, represents a significant step in the medical industry development and medical technological progress in Kazakhstan and Central Asia, said Seitzhan Sypabekov, head of the Galamat Group medical holding, in an exclusive interview with The Astana Times. Iberhospitex S.A. and…
West Kazakhstan’s Saiga Population Bounces Back
ASTANA – International experts have concluded that saiga antelopes are no longer in danger of extinction after visiting the Kaztalovsky and Zhanibek districts of the West Kazakhstan Region, reported Khabar news agency on May 23. Scientists from Germany, Sweden, and the United Kingdom have discovered that the number of saiga has significantly increased over the…
Kazakh Students Triumph in US Competitions with Cutting-Edge Projects
ASTANA –The robotics Arturli (diversified) team from the High Tech Academy in Almaty and a student of Nazarbayev Intellectual School (NIS), Sagyn Zhumadildayev, achieved excellent results in major science competitions in the United States. The Arturli team won the Best Innovative Project award at the Western Edge Open Robotics Championship in Long Beach, California, the Kazakh…
Kazakh Startup Transforms Programming Languages for Children
ASTANA – Ed-Tech startup Codiplay from Kazakhstan has incorporated gamification features to help children between 8 and 17 learn programming and create gadgets (IoT projects) based on arcade games. In addition to the mobile app, a startup’s team created CodiKit kits that contain parts and mock-ups for creating 30 IoT projects, from traffic lights to…
Discover Kazakhstan’s Hidden Gem: Aktau – Ultimate Beach Getaway
ASTANA – Aktau is located in western Kazakhstan on the eastern coast of the Caspian Sea. It has gorgeous beaches and is a popular vacation destination in the country. People can enjoy water sports, including windsurfing, kayaking, and jet skiing, while relaxing on the sandy beaches next to warm waters. Climate The Caspian Sea has…
Kazakh Prime Minister Outlines Priorities to Improve Machine Industry Development
ASTANA – Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov highlighted key priorities for machine industry development including increasing local production, the use of new technologies and export promotion at the Machinery Manufacturer Forum on May 11-12 in Astana, reported the Prime Minister’s press service. Smailov emphasized that Kazakhstan continues its industrialization policy, economic diversification, and import dependence reduction.…
Kazakhstan Promotes Idea of Tolerance at Abu Dhabi Forum
ASTANA – Peaceful coexistence is the only option in an era of globalization and intermingling religions and cultures, said Kazakh Minister of Information and Social Development, Darkhan Kydyrali, at the forum World Governments: An Incubator for Tolerance, a side event of the Annual Investment Meeting held in Abu Dhabi on May 8-10, reported the ministry’s…
Discovering Kazakhstan: Kazakh Embassy Hosts Open House in Washington
ASTANA – Kazakh Embassy in Washington D.C. hosted an open house on May 6 as part of the Annual Passport DC event welcoming visitors for cultural performances and traditional food and drinks, according to the embassy’s Twitter account. More than 500 people visited the embassy during the first two hours, showing much interest in Kazakh…
Ground Forces of Kazakhstan Celebrate its 30th Anniversary
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Ground Forces, the largest branch of the Kazakh Armed Forces, are celebrating their 30th anniversary this year. The country will honor the bravest men and women who safeguard the country’s peace and independence on May 7, which marks Defender of the Fatherland Day, dedicated to the establishment of the Kazakh Armed Forces…
Endangered Snow Leopard Treated in Almaty Zoo After Being Spotted in Region (Video)
ASTANA – A rare snow leopard was found exhausted in a pasture in the Almaty Region and is now being treated by the Almaty Zoo, reported the Khabar TV channel on April 25. A local shepherd found the animal in a weak condition and noticed the animal could not move his hind legs. The snow…
Uniting Diversity: Kazakhstan Celebrates Day of Unity
ASTANA – Kazakhstan is celebrating the Day of the Unity of the People on May 1. It is a time for citizens to come together to recognize the country’s diversity and promote social cohesion. For many citizens of Kazakhstan, this holiday represents the values of friendship and solidarity, mutual respect and trust. Aizhan Zhakenova, 58,…
Kazakh Conservationist Wins Whitley Award for Efforts to Save Saiga Antelope
ASTANA – Kazakh saiga conservationist Albert Salemgareyev, a member of the Kazakh Association for Biodiversity Conservation, won the prestigious Whitley Awards 2023 in the field of nature preservation for his work to save the Saiga antelope, whose population has exceeded 1.3 million, reported the Association for Biodiversity Conservation on April 27. Salemgareyev has been studying…
5G Coverage to Reach 75 Percent in Kazakhstan by 2027
ASTANA – Seventy-five percent of Astana, Almaty and Shymkent and 60 percent of regional centers will be covered by 5G mobile networks by 2027, said Kazakh Minister of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry Bagdat Mussin at an April 25 government meeting, reported the ministry’s press service. “5G will provide high-speed internet access that will…
