Can Kazakhstan’s Mineral Wealth Match UK Industrial Demand?

ASTANA — Demand for critical minerals is reshaping how governments think about industrial growth, economic security and international partnerships. Turning political momentum into bankable projects will require...


Documentary Explores Human Stories Behind War Through Kazakh Journalist’s Lens

ALMATY – A documentary, “My Syrian Story,” premiered in Almaty on March 10, offering a portrait of Kazakh journalist Akmaral Batalova and her years reporting from Syria,...


RES 2026 EXPO to Showcase Green Technologies in Astana

ALMATY – An international exhibition of green technologies and solutions, the Regional Ecological Summit EXPO 2026 (RES 2026 EXPO), will take place in Astana from April 22...


No Country Has Achieved Full Legal Equality for Women and Girls, UN Women Says

ASTANA — Justice systems meant to uphold rights and the rule of law are failing women and girls worldwide, according to a new report highlighted by UN...


China’s Financial Power Strategy Opens New Prospects for Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Ahead of its 15th Five-Year Plan, China has completed a structural shift in its financial system, moving from rapid expansion of banking assets to a...


Kazakhstan Finishes Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics with Two Medals

ALMATY — Kazakhstan finished the 14th Winter Paralympic Games in Milan Cortina with two medals, one gold and one bronze, both won by para biathlete and para...


Overseas Referendum Voting Concludes with 88.6% Turnout

ALMATY – All 71 referendum polling stations abroad have completed their work, with 12,740 Kazakh citizens voting in 54 countries, resulting in an 88.6% turnout, the Ministry...


Kazakhstan to Mark March 15 as Constitution Day Following Referendum

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced that March 15 will be celebrated annually as Constitution Day following Kazakhstan’s national referendum on the draft of a new Constitution...


Exit Poll: Vast Majority of Kazakh Voters Back Constitutional Changes in Referendum

ASTANA – Exit poll results released after Kazakhstan’s national referendum on March 15 suggest overwhelming support for the proposed constitutional amendments. According to a survey conducted by...


More Than 9,000 Kazakh Citizens Vote Abroad in Constitutional Referendum

ASTANA — A total of 9,050 Kazakh citizens had cast their ballots abroad as of 7 p.m. Astana time during the nationwide constitutional referendum, Deputy Foreign Minister...


First-Time Voters, Civic Groups Stand Out to International Observers in Referendum

ASTANA – International observers reported an increase in first-time voters and broader participation by civil society in Kazakhstan’s constitutional referendum, calling the voting process well-organized and noting...


Foreign Observers Cite High Turnout, Smooth Voting in Kazakhstan Referendum

ASTANA – International observers noted relatively high voter turnout and reported no major violations that could affect the outcome of Kazakhstan’s constitutional referendum on March 15. The...


Kazakhstan Referendum Turnout at 64.43% as Some Overseas Stations Open

ASTANA — Voter turnout in Kazakhstan’s nationwide constitutional referendum reached 64.43% as of 4 p.m., according to the Central Referendum Commission. By that time, 8,029,286 citizens had...


Tokayev Addresses Constitutional Reform, Vice Presidency and Foreign Policy at Referendum Briefing

ALMATY – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke about the goals of Kazakhstan’s proposed new Constitution and answered questions on political reforms and foreign policy during a briefing with...


Voter Turnout at Constitutional Referendum Reaches 37.54% by Noon

ASTANA — Voter turnout in Kazakhstan’s constitutional referendum reached 37.54% as of 12 p.m. Astana time, according to the Central Referendum Commission. According to regional and city...


President Tokayev Casts Vote in Nationwide Constitutional Referendum 

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has voted in the national referendum on the draft of Kazakhstan’s new Constitution at polling station No. 51, located in the Palace...


Kazakhstan Launches Overseas Voting Across 54 Countries

ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Arman Issetov said 71 polling stations are operating at Kazakh diplomatic missions in 54 countries, allowing 14,380 citizens abroad to participate...


Kazakhstan Opens Over 10,000 Polling Stations for Constitutional Referendum

ALMATY – Kazakhstan opened 10,388 polling stations across the country on March 15 for the nationwide referendum on adopting a new Constitution, according to Mukhtar Yerman, a...


From Knowledge to Leadership: Harvard Business Impact on Future of MBA Education in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – Teaching pedagogy, faculty capability and curricula which supports active learning will define the long-term strength of MBA education in Kazakhstan.  Gabriela Allmi, the senior director...


Kazakh Artist Revives Lost Nomadic Material World

ASTANA – For jeweler artist Serzhan Bashirov, a silver coin is rarely just currency. It carries memory and the weight of history. Decades ago, his grandmother sent...


Cirque du Soleil Returns to Kazakhstan After Nine Years; Enrique Iglesias Announces Fall Concerts

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is set to host major international performances this year, as the legendary Cirque du Soleil returns to the country for the first time in...


Almaty to Host Asian Stage of World Schools Team Chess Championship in April

ASTANA — Almaty will host the Asian continental stage of the World Schools Team Chess Championship on April 6-11, bringing together school teams from across the region,...


Kazakhstan, US Discuss $1.1 Billion Mining Project in Karagandy Region

ASTANA — Kazakh Minister of Industry and Construction Yersaiyn Nagaspayev discussed a $1.1 billion investment project in the mining sector with Cove Kaz Capital Group CEO Dominic...


Kazakhstan’s Yerbol Khamitov Wins Paralympic Gold in Sprint Pursuit at Milan Cortina 2026

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Yerbol Khamitov won a gold medal at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Italy, taking first place in the pursuit race. Khamitov secured victory in...


Kazakhstan Plans to Raise Northern Aral Sea Level to 44 Meters Under New Conservation Project 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is preparing the second phase of the Northern Aral Sea Conservation Project, which aims to raise the sea’s water level to 44 meters by...


256 Organizations Accredited to Observe Referendum in Kazakhstan

ASTANA – A total of 256 public organizations have been accredited to observe the upcoming referendum in Kazakhstan, said Nurlan Abdirov, chairman of the Central Referendum Commission,...


Discover Captivating Cultural Weekend in Astana and Almaty 

ASTANA – Spend the weekend enjoying nostalgic concerts featuring beloved artists or feel the romance of great stories through a captivating art exhibition. The Astana Times editorial...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Middle Corridor, Regional Ecological Summit, Referendum in Kazakhstan and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest covers a sharp increase in freight traffic along...


Ethnic Kazakhs in Iran Have No Plans to Relocate to Kazakhstan, Says Ambassador

ASTANA – Ethnic Kazakhs living in Iran have not expressed any intention to move to Kazakhstan, according to Iran’s ambassador to Kazakhstan, Ali Akbar Jokar.  Speaking at...


Elena Rybakina Climbs to Career-High World No. 2 

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina has reached a career-high No. 2 in the WTA Rankings following her run to the semifinals of the Indian Wells Open in...