Grand Imam of Al-Azhar Acknowledges Kazakhstan’s Role in Strengthening Global Interreligious Dialogue

ASTANA – Grand Imam of Al-Azhar University Sheikh Ahmed El-Tayeb emphasized Kazakhstan’s significant role in advancing global interreligious dialogue and expressed willingness to continue collaboration, notably in...


Kazakhstan Seeks to Unlock Economic Potential of Vast Coal Reserves

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is one of the world’s biggest coal producers, along with China, India, the United States, Russia, Australia, and South Africa. The country exports and...


Kazakhstan, Jordan Joint Statement: Boosting Trade, Energy, Culture, and Direct Flights

ASTANA – The joint statement adopted on Feb. 19 by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein emphasized the need to deepen trade and...


Tokayev Visits Jordan to Strengthen Trade and Economic Cooperation

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited Amman on Feb. 19 to bolster cooperation, trade, and economic relations between Kazakhstan and Jordan. During his meetings with King Abdullah...


Kazakhstan Reports No Restrictions on Oil Exports Via Caspian Pipeline

ASTANA – There are currently no restrictions on Kazakh oil from the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), and shipments are carried out as scheduled following a massive drone...


Kazakhstan to Open First External Sea Terminal in Poti This April

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s first external sea terminal will open in Poti, Georgia, in April, Kazinform reported on Feb. 18, citing Jibek Joly TV Channel. The $30 million...


Chinese Company to Implement Nearly $12 Billion Project in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – China’s East Hope Group (EHG) plans to establish a vertically integrated non-ferrous metals production facility in Kazakhstan, featuring an industrial park, a mining and processing...


Almaty Hosts First UNESCO Global Youth Forum

ASTANA – Almaty hosted the opening of the First Global Youth Forum of UNESCO Clubs and Associations on Feb. 19, welcoming over 150 participants from nearly 60...


Pre-Trial Investigation Launched into Mine Collapse in Central Kazakhstan

ASTANA – A pre-trial investigation has been launched into the Feb. 17 collapse at the Zhomart mine in the Zhanaarka district of Kazakhstan’s Ulytau Region, which left...


Kazakhstan, UK Want Stronger Cooperation in Infrastructure Projects

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom seek closer cooperation in infrastructure development. Astana hosted the Build Together infrastructure roundtable on Feb. 18, gathering government representatives, investors,...


What You Need to Know About Kazakhstan’s New Visas Targeting Global Talent 

ASTANA — The Kazakh Foreign Ministry hosted a briefing on Feb. 18 to explain three new visa categories targeting skilled professionals, entrepreneurs and remote workers seeking long-term...


Seven Dead in Mine Collapse in Central Kazakhstan 

ASTANA –  A rock mass collapsed in the Zhomart mine in the Zhanaarka district of Kazakhstan’s Ulytau Region on Feb. 17, killing seven workers, the Emergency Situations...


New Air Routes Between Almaty and Beijing, Chengdu Set for 2025

ASTANA – Almaty is set to introduce new air routes in June to China, including flights to Beijing and Chengdu, following an agreement signed with Air China...


Kazakhstan, Morocco Grant Visa-Free Travel for Citizens

ASTANA – The Kazakh government has approved a visa exemption agreement with the Kingdom of Morocco, allowing citizens of both countries to travel freely without a visa...


Queen Rania’s Boitumar Sparks Increased Global Demand for Kazakh Jewelry

ASTANA – In 2016, Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan wore a Kazakh boitumar (traditional jewel and a protective amulet) during the celebration of Jordan’s 70th anniversary...


Kazakhstan, Iran Strengthen Trade Relations at Business Forum in Tehran

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Iran have taken significant steps to enhance trade ties, with over $90 million in agreements signed during a recent business forum in Tehran,...


OTS Secretary General: 2025 Will Be Year of Deeper Integration Among Turkic States

ASTANA – Celebrating 15 years since its establishment, the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) has evolved into a fully-fledged intergovernmental entity with growing international recognition. As the...


Kazakhstan, Hungary Agree on Oil Supplies and Joint Energy Projects

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Hungary have reached agreements on oil deliveries and collaborative energy projects, including test shipments of Kazakh oil to Hungary and joint efforts in...


Kazakhstan to Cut Oil Production to Offset January Overproduction

ASTANA — Kazakhstan will take further measures to meet its OPEC+ commitments, including cutting production at other oilfields, to offset the January excess, Minister of Energy Almassadam...


Kazakhstan, Hungary Strengthen Strategic Partnership, Expand Economic Cooperation

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu and Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó held talks in Astana on Feb....


Jordan, Kazakhstan Exert All Possible Efforts at Highest Levels to Boost Financial and Trade Relations

Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between both countries in 1993, Jordan and Kazakhstan have been working relentlessly under the wise guidance of the leaders of both...


Kazakhstan Enhances Strategic Partnership with Hungary

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the high level of strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Hungary during a Feb. 17 meeting with Hungary’s Minister of Foreign Affairs...


Dimash Qudaibergen Collaborates with Chinese Singer on Unique Performance

ASTANA – Kazakh pop star Dimash Qudaibergen and Chinese singer Gong Linna presented a vocal combination of Kazakh and Chinese songs – “Phoenix” and “Karatorgai” – in...


AIFC Recommends Key Reforms to Boost Kazakhstan’s Carbon Market

ASTANA – The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) recommends key reforms to enhance Kazakhstan’s carbon regulation system, including the paid allocation of carbon allowances, expanding emissions trading...


Kazakhstan Proposes Simplifying Business Travel with France

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Alibek Bakayev proposed simplifying business trips with France at a meeting with Patrick Stefanini, the Special Representative of the French Interior...


‘New Oil Market’: Assessing Kazakhstan’s Rare Earth Potential

ASTANA – As the world enters a new phase in the struggle for resources, discussions on the green transition and rare earth metals take center stage. Kazinform...


Kazakhstan, Germany Strengthen Strategic Partnership

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko discussed ways to develop a strategic partnership with Germany on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference on Feb....


Kazakh Master of Hundred Techniques Carves Unique Path in Art

ASTANA – Kanat Nurtazin is renowned for his unique artistic approach, specializing in intricate carvings and continuously expanding his ambitious 100 Drawing Methods project. To date, he...


Kazakhstan Concludes Asian Winter Games with Impressive Medal Count

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s national team earned 20 medals, including four gold, nine silver and seven bronze, to finish fourth in the overall team competition at the 2025...


Kazakh Scientist Develops AI to Translate Sign Language into Kazakh

ASTANA – Kazakh scientist Nurzada Amangeldy is developing a project that will translate sign language into Kazakh using artificial intelligence (AI) in hopes of changing life for...