Kazakhstan Marks 135 Years of Amre Kashaubayev, Folk Singer Who Awed Paris

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is celebrating the 135th anniversary of Amre Kashaubayev, a folk singer who captivated audiences in Europe by bringing his native dombra from a Kazakh...


President Tokayev Strengthens Investment Council Powers to Boost Economic Growth

ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed a landmark decree on Dec. 4 regarding measures to increase the efficiency of attracting investment into Kazakhstan’s economy and...


Kazakhstan Concludes Chairmanship in Dialogue of Women of Central Asia

ASTANA – Daniya Yespayeva, the vice speaker of the Mazhilis, the lower chamber of the Kazakh Parliament, addressed the results of Kazakhstan’s chairmanship in the Dialogue of...


City University of Hong Kong to Open Branch at Satbayev University in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – City University of Hong Kong (CityU) plans to open a branch in Kazakhstan’s Satbayev University in Almaty, reported the Kazakh university’s press service on Dec....


Foreign Airlines Gain Unrestricted Access to Multiple Airports in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Foreign airlines are now entitled to operate flights to several airports in Kazakhstan without restrictions on frequencies and aircraft types, reported the Kazakh Transport Ministry’s...


ADB Approves $350 Million Loan to Bolster Kazakhstan’s Financial Sector Resilience

ASTANA — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has greenlit a $350 million policy-based loan to fortify Kazakhstan’s fiscal governance and financial sector resilience, marking the first policy-based...


North-South Corridor to Boost Cargo Capacity to 20 Million Tons Annually

ASTANA — The ninth meeting of the operational working group on the development of cross-border hubs, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin, on Dec. 5, shed...


Kazakhstan Signs Agreements Worth $4.85 Billion in Green Energy, Infrastructure, and Digitization at COP28

ASTANA – Kazakhstan signed 20 agreements with foreign companies in green energy, infrastructure, and digitization on Dec. 2 during Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s participation in the Conference...


Kazakhstan and Iran Pledge to Boost Trade Turnover to $ 3 Billion

ASTANA — Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan, Serik Zhumangarin, reiterated an ambitious target set by the leaders of Kazakhstan and Iran of achieving a $3 billion bilateral...


President Tokayev Congratulates Citizens on International Volunteer Day

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Kazakh citizens on the International Volunteer Day on Dec. 5, reported the Akorda press service.   “Today, on the International Volunteer Day,...


Navigating Green Path: Financing Green Transition in Central Asia

Editor’s note: The Astana Times has introduced a new section on the website that features articles by our readers. As a platform that values diverse perspectives and...


Kazakhstan Ranks 34th Among 64 Countries in World Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2023

ASTANA – Kazakhstan ranked 34th out of 64 nations in the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) World Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2023 released on Nov. 30. The...


Dimash Kudaibergen Receives Karic Brothers Award in Serbia

ASTANA – Kazakh singer Dimash Kudaibergen received the prestigious Karic Brothers Foundation Award at the National Theater of Belgrade on Dec. 3, reported dimashnews.com. According to the...


Kazakhstan to Chair Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program in 2024

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will take over as chair of Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program from Jan. 1, 2024 after Georgia, reported the National Economy Ministry’s...


Kazakh, US Business Leaders Agree to Launch Climate Smart Beef Pilot Program at COP28

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Kazbeef producer of marbled beef, rTek provider of sustainable technology solutions, and EcoBalance Global, a United States (US) based leader in carbon storage projects,...


Kazakh President Enhances Global Business Relations with Landmark Agreements at COP28

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev made a significant impact at the Conference of the Parties of the United Nations (UN) Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) on...


Kazakhstan to Introduce CRIRSCO Standards for New Deposits in 2024

ASTANA – Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov held a meeting on the implementation of the Committee for Mineral Reserves International Reporting Standards (CRIRSCO) in the field of subsoil...


Kazakhstan, France to Co-Chair One Water Summit at United Nations General Assembly in 2024

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and France intend to host the One Water Summit on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2024. This was announced...


Kazakhstan Sees Nuclear Power as Promising Area for Technological Breakthrough

ASTANA – The nuclear power development is a promising direction for a technological breakthrough in the Kazakh economy, said  Minister of Energy Almasadam Satkaliyev at a Dec....


Annual Christmas Charity Bazaar Sparks Joy and Generosity in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – The 14th annual Christmas Charity Bazaar, organized by the Ambassadors Spouses Association (ASA) on Dec. 3, proved to be a memorable and meaningful event for...


Youth Empowerment in Action: Kazakhstan’s Modernization, Central Asian Integration, Interregional Cooperation

ASTANA – The transformative power of youth-led initiatives continues to reshape state governance in Kazakhstan, breaking policy-related barriers and driving changes. In an interview with The Astana...


Kazakhstan, US Forge Alliance, Pledge Swift Action to Cut Methane Emissions at COP28

ASTANA — Kazakhstan joined the Global Methane Pledge on Dec. 2 on the sidelines of the Conference of the Parties of the United Nations (UN) Framework Convention...


Kazakh Tourism Advances Creative Projects to Unlock Potential of Regions

TURKISTAN – The Creative Tourism Forum 2023 was held on Dec. 1 in Turkistan to address the challenges and opportunities in tourism experiences and to activate the...


United Through Game: Fostering National Unity in Kazakhstan Through Football

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Earth-Responsible Agriculture: Uzbek Farmers Lead in Land Restoration Practices

SAMARKAND REGION – Uzbek farmers’ approach to farming shows that degraded lands can be made more productive through achievable changes in practices and technology that “do not...


Taraz Through Time: A Visual Chronicle of Ages Past and Present

ASTANA — Zhambyl Region stands as one of Kazakhstan’s most sacred areas, preserving a wealth of captivating artifacts from ancient times. The architecture of Taraz beautifully intertwines...


Kazakh Stunt Performers Shine in Ridley Scott’s “Napoleon,” Showcasing Versatility and Realism on Screen (Video)

ASTANA – Kazakh stunt performers featured in the “Napoleon” movie directed by British filmmaker Ridley Scott, announced Nomad Stunts, an International Action Company, on its Facebook page...


President Tokayev Champions Global Climate Solutions and Urges Collaborative Action at COP28 in Dubai

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev conveyed Kazakhstan’s strong commitment to addressing global climate challenges and outlined key initiatives during the Conference of the Parties of the United...


Fair in Almaty Emerges as Central Asia’s Hub for Contemporary Art Development

ASTANA – ALA ART FAIR, a contemporary art fair, will take place on Dec. 3-10 in Almaty, bringing together 11 galleries from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and...


Kazakhstan Participates in 30th Meeting of OSCE Council of Foreign Ministers

ASTANA – Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu took part in the 30th meeting of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE)...