Kazakhstan’s Water Sector Receives Record $1.15 Billion from IsDB

ASTANA – The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) will invest $1.15 billion in Kazakhstan, marking the largest project in the bank’s 51-year history, as was reported during a...


President Tokayev Meets with Foreign Leaders, Deepens Strategic Partnerships at COP29 Summit

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with leaders of several countries on the sidelines of the 29th Conference of the Parties of the UN Framework Convention on...


Astana to Host Annual Christmas Charity Bazaar

ASTANA – The Ambassadors Spouses Association (ASA) in Kazakhstan announced its 15th Christmas Charity Bazaar, set for Dec. 1 at the Astana Radisson Hotel. The annual event,...


Kazakh Female Developer’s Startup Wins Top Honor in US

ASTANA – Benazir Toleubekova, a Kazakh developer, showcased her startup Pointai at the TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 conference in the United States, where the company unveiled its new...


Kazakhstan Presents National Pavilion as COP29 Kicks Off in Baku

BAKU – Kazakhstan presents the national pavilion at the 29th United Nations Climate Conference of the Parties (COP29), which kicked off on Nov. 11 at the Olympic...


Astana Format Guarantors Urge Peace and Humanitarian Aid in Middle East

ASTANA — The representatives of Iran, Russia and Türkiye, meeting as guarantors of the Astana Format in the Kazakh capital from Nov. 11-12, urged an immediate ceasefire...


Kazakh President Proposes Key Actions to Tackle Climate Change at COP29 in Baku

ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted critical efforts to tackle climate change at a Nov. 12 World Leaders Climate Action Summit, held as part of the...


Kazakh, Canadian Partners Discuss Transport & Logistics Cooperation in Ottawa

ASTANA – Canadian business leaders expressed interest in implementing joint transport and logistics projects in Kazakhstan during a Nov. 6 expert roundtable discussion in Ottawa. The meeting...


KazAID, JICA Conduct Seminar on Kaizen Philosophy for Uzbek Entrepreneurs

ASTANA – Kazakhstan Agency of International Development (KazAID) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) held a free two-day seminar on Kaizen Japanese business philosophy on Nov. 11-12...


KazAID, EFSD Promote Region’s Sustainable Economic Growth & Development

ASTANA – The Kazakhstan Agency of International Development (KazAID) and the Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development (EFSD) have signed a framework memorandum of understanding to boost...


Kazakh Officials Discuss Global Investment Trends During OECD Week in Paris

ASTANA – Kazakhstan was represented by Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee at the Kazakh Foreign Ministry, and Alida Tuyebekova, Director of the Investment Facilitation Department...


Kazakhstan Boosts Trade and Investment at Shanghai Expo 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan signed contracts worth $120 million to supply meat and fat-and-oil products, dry camel milk, juices and marmalade during the seventh China International Import Expo...


Kazakhstan Introduces Simplified Visa Rules for Foreign Specialists

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is introducing updated visa regulations to create favorable conditions for business immigrants, skilled professionals, and travelers starting from Nov. 18. The new measures include...


Kazakh FM Nurtleu Calls for Peace Proposals at Arab & Islamic Summit

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu urged to develop concrete proposals for the prompt resolution of ongoing conflicts at an Extraordinary Arab...


Kazakhstan’s Population Rises by 1.4 Million Over Five Years

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s population grew by over 1.4 million people from 2019 to 2023, reaching 20,033,842 by the end of 2023, Economy.kz reported in an analytical article...


Kazakh Capital Hosts 22nd Syria Peace Talks

ASTANA – The 22nd round of talks on Syria, known as the Astana Process, kicked off on Nov. 11 with the participation of 11 delegations, reported the...


Kazakh Junior Chess Players Win Silver, Bronze at FIDE Championships in Brazil

ASTANA – Kazakh junior chess players secured three silver and one bronze medals at the International Chess Federation (FIDE) World Youth Chess Championships 2024, held from Oct....


Kazakh Officials, Foreign Investors Highlight Growth Opportunities in Kazakhstan 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is cementing its position as a regional powerhouse for industrial growth and innovation, attracting foreign investments in logistics, green technologies, and manufacturing. During the...


Kazakhstan Wins Gold Medals at World Sambo Championships

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s team claimed 17 medals, including three gold, five silver, and nine bronze, at the 2024 World Sambo Championships, held on Nov. 8-10 in Astana,...


Trade Between Kazakhstan and China Reaches $33 Billion in 2024

ASTANA – In the first nine months of 2024, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and China reached $33 billion, Kazinform reported on Nov. 9, citing China’s General Administration...


Kazakhstan Increases Agricultural Exports, Plans to Boost Machinery Production

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is ramping up agricultural exports while meeting domestic needs, increasing preferential financing in the agro-industrial sector, reforming the subsidy system, and enhancing the production...


CAREC Program Invests Over $9 Billion in Kazakhstan 

ASTANA – The Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program has invested more than $9 billion in Kazakhstan projects out of nearly $51 billion across Central Asia...


Kazakhstan’s Financial and Tourist Flow: Key Insights and Trends

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s tourism revenue increased by 13.4% this year. According to Kazakhstan’s Bureau of National Statistics’ (BNS) October report, the growth is mainly driven by visitors...


UNODC Regional Representative Highlights Kazakhstan’s Asset Recovery Efforts

ASTANA – Oliver Stolpe, regional representative of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for Afghanistan, Central Asia, Iran, and Pakistan, highlighted Kazakhstan’s efforts to...


Kazakh Tutor Teaches Dimash Qudaibergen’s Global Fans Language of His Music

ASTANA – Kazakh pop singer Dimash Qudaibergen captivates audiences worldwide with his remarkable talent, using his music to promote Kazakh culture and inspire fans to learn the...


Kazakhstan’s Ancient City Legacy Meets Frontiers of Space Exploration in Kyzylorda

Editor’s Note: The Astana Times continues its series of articles, Exploring Kazakhstan, City by City, in the marvelous city of Kyzylorda. We are setting out to unveil...


Reviving Wild Heart of Kazakhstan: Iconic Species Return to Protected Landscapes

ASTANA — Kazakhstan is focused on preserving its rare wildlife and actively restoring animal populations by reintroducing species like kulan, tigers and Przewalski’s horses to freely roam...


Bibisara Assaubayeva Wins Bronze at FIDE Women’s Grand Prix in Shymkent

ASTANA – The second leg of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Women’s Grand Prix Series 2024-2025 concluded on Nov. 9 in Shymkent, with Kazakhstan’s Bibisara Assaubayeva securing...


Can We Have Four-Day Workweek in Kazakhstan?

Editor’s note: The Astana Times continues a section featuring articles by our readers. As a platform that values diverse perspectives and meaningful conversations, we believe that this...


Kazakh Archer Champions Traditional Sport, Inspires Youth

ASTANA — East Kazakhstan’s native Azhar Toleukanova emerged as the top female competitor at the international Dala Mergeni (The Steppe Shooter) 2024 traditional archery tournament in Shymkent...