China, Central Asia Join Forces to Counter Terrorism, Combat Transnational Crime

ASTANA — China-Central Asia Public Security and Interior Ministers held an inaugural meeting on Sept. 10 in Lianyungang to deepen cooperation in public security and exchange experience...


Kazakhstan Promotes Turkic Integration Ahead of OTS Summit

ASTANA – Preliminary results of Kazakhstan’s chairmanship of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) for 2023-2024 held under the TURKTIME! (Traditions, Unification, Reforms, Knowledge, Trust, Investments, Mediation...


Kazakh Team Shines in Togyzkumalak Contest

ASTANA – The Kazakh national team won three gold medals and secured first place in the team standings for togyzkumalak (nine pellets) on Sept.11, reported the press...


Kazatomprom Secures License for Uranium Exploration in Turkistan Region

ASTANA – Kazatomprom National Atomic Company obtained the exclusive subsoil use license for uranium exploration at block 5 of Budenovskoye deposit, located in the Suzak district of...


Almaty Forum Promotes Cooperation in Asia-Pacific, Central Asia Financial Markets

ASTANA — Almaty hosts the 26th Annual General Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Association of Central Depositories (ACG) on Sept. 9-12, organized by the Central Securities Depository of...


Nomads’ Ancient Intellectual Game Togyzkumalak Travels to Space

ASTANA – The board for the Togyzkumalak (nine pellets) game was taken to space on Sept. 9 to celebrate the Togyzkumalak Day and the fifth World Nomad...


World Nomad Games: Kazakh Team Secures 48 Medals, Gets Ready for Fourth Day

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s national team leads the medal standings with 48 medals, including 21 gold awards, after three days of the fifth World Nomad Games (WNG) competitions,...


Kazakh Monetary Policy Committee Projects Base Rate Reduction to 11.9% by 2025

ASTANA – Members of the National Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) estimate the base rate to be 11.9% in 2025 and 10% in 2026, according to the...


Top Diplomats Discuss Global Challenges Before UN Summit of Future

ASTANA — In anticipation of the upcoming Summit of the Future, scheduled for Sept. 22-23 in New York, UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan Michaela Friberg-Storey, along with...


National Museum of Kazakhstan to Unveil Exhibition Dedicated to Dimash 

ASTANA – The Ministry of Culture and Information and the National Museum of Kazakhstan will unveil an exhibition dedicated to People’s Artist of Kazakhstan, composer, and multi-instrumentalist...


Kazakh Team in Audaryspak Enjoys Victory at World Nomad Games

ASTANA – The Kazakh team clinched gold medals in three weight categories in audaryspak, a traditional horseback wrestling sport, on the first day of the fifth World...


Tokayev Endorses Skilled Professions, Industrial Growth in Kostanai Region

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reiterated the importance of promoting working professions, particularly among youth, as he toured the KamLitKZ iron foundry during his working visit to...


Qatari Investor to Attract Nearly $50 Million in New Airport Complex in Atyrau

ASTANA — A Qatari investor plans to attract nearly $50 million to construct a new airport complex at Atyrau International Airport named after Khiuaz Dospanova, as reported...


Astana Opera Starts New Theatrical Season with Blend of Kazakh Classics

ASTANA – Astana Opera House opened its 12th theatrical season with the “Kazakh Opera Gala” concert on Sept. 9, showcasing the rich tradition of Kazakh classical music,...


UNESCO General Conference President Highlights World Nomad Games’ Role in Promoting Peace and Heritage

ASTANA – The President of the 42nd session of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)’s General Conference and Romanian Ambassador, Simona-Mirela Miculescu, has stressed...


Kazakhstan to Continue Comprehensive Cooperation with IOFS on Food Security Issues

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu and Director General of the Islamic Organization for Food Security (IOFS) Berik Aryn agreed to continue...


Arab Investors to Partner with Kazakhstan in Water Sector Development

ASTANA – Kazakh Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov discussed the prospects for joint cooperation and potential projects with Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, CEO of the...


World Nomad Games’ Third Day to Feature Nine Sports

ASTANA – The third day of the fifth World Nomad Games, Sept. 10, will feature nine sports, reported the Tourism and Sports Ministry’s press service. The Kazanat...


Kazakhstan Strengthens Cooperation with UNWTO

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev confirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to close cooperation with the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and expressed readiness to implement joint initiatives in tourism...


Moody’s Upgrades Kazakhstan’s Ratings to Baa1, Outlook Stable

ASTANA — The international rating agency Moody’s upgraded the Kazakh government’s long-term local and foreign currency issuer ratings to Baa1 from Baa2 and changed the outlook to...


Second Day: Kazakh Athletes Win 23 Medals at Nomad Games

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s national team won 23 awards, including 13 gold medals, on the second day of the World Nomad Games competitions. Batyr Beksauyt won gold in...


Kazakhstan’s National Bank Releases Collectible Coins Dedicated to Jochi Khan

ASTANA—The National Bank of Kazakhstan issued collectible coins dedicated to Jochi Khan’s 800th anniversary as part of its Outstanding Events and People series. Jochi Khan is the...


Kazakhstan, UNWTO Agree to Promote Tourism

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Presidential Property Management Department signed a memorandum with the World Tourism Organization to develop tourism in Kazakhstan during a Sept. 7 round table. United...


Binance Kazakhstan Becomes First Digital Asset Platform to Receive AFSA Full Regulatory License

ASTANA — Binance Kazakhstan, the world’s leading cryptocurrency and blockchain infrastructure provider’s subsidiary, received formal approval from the Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA) for a full regulatory...


Nomadic Civilization Reexamined: International Conference Opens at World Nomad Games

ASTANA – The international scientific and practical conference, titled Nomads: History, Knowledge, Lessons, kicked off in Astana on Sept. 9, as part of the scientific program for...


Kazakh Athletes Win in Assyk Atu First Round, Reach Final in Audaryspak at Nomad Games 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s assyk atu (knocking out knucklebones) team managed to beat the Mongolian team in the first round with a score of 2:0 at the fifth...


Great Steppe Gathering: World Nomad Games Commence with Spectacular Opening Ceremony

ASTANA—The fifth World Nomad Games (WNG) kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony at Astana Arena, celebrating the rich heritage and enduring spirit of nomadic peoples on...


Kazakhstan Achieves Historic Best with Nine Medals at Paralympics in Paris

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s athletes have completed their participation at the Summer Paralympic Games in Paris with nine medals, the best result in the nation’s history. According to...


Fifth World Nomad Games: Kazakh National Team to Compete in Ten Sports on Sept. 9

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s national team will compete in ten sports on Sept. 9 as the fifth World Nomad Games kicked off in the Kazakh capital on Sept....


German Chancellor Scholz to Visit Kazakhstan Next Week

ASTANA – Germany’s Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz will pay an official visit to Kazakhstan on Sept. 16-17. Scholz plans to hold talks with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev...