Astana International Forum is an Important Addition to Major Economic Forums, Says Canadian Professor

ASTANA – Astana International Forum (AIF) is an important addition to major economic forums held annually, said Bart W. Édes, Professor of Practice at McGill University and...


Kazakh Musical Triumphs at Daegu International Musical Festival

ASTANA – A musical dedicated to legendary Kazakh pop and opera singer Roza Baglanova won two awards at the Daegu International Musical Festival in South Korea, reported...


International Trading System Launches Under AIFC Jurisdiction

ASTANA — The launch of the International Trading System (ITS) will contribute to the growth of retail investing in Kazakhstan, said Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) Governor...


Kazakh Deputy Foreign Minister Briefs International Media on Upcoming Astana International Forum

ASTANA — Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko spoke about the highlights of the forthcoming two-day Astana International Forum (AIF) and its significance for Kazakhstan’s development...


UN Office Presents Kazakh-Language Book Promoting Human Rights and Values Among Children

ASTANA – UN Office in Kazakhstan jointly with United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and UN Women presented the book “Shugylaly ertegiler” (shining stories) on June 6. The...


Kazakh Jockey Triumphs with Double Trophies at Qatar Prix Tournament  

ASTANA – Kazakh jockey Baurzhan Murzabayev won two trophies at the prestigious Qatar Prix tournament in Chantilly, France, reported Khabar 24 news agency on June 5. Murzabayev...


Experts Debate Course Towards Net-Zero World at EU Green Week

BRUSSELS – A conference on achieving a net-zero world was held as part of the European Union Green Week in Brussels on June 6. In her welcoming...


Highlight of Second Day of Astana International Forum: Conversation with WTO Director-General

ASTANA – One of the special sessions at the Astana International Forum (AIF) will include a dialogue with Dr.Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization...


Nobel Laureate to Propose Strategy for Kazakhstan’s Transition to Net-Zero Carbon Emissions at Astana International Forum

ASTANA – Rae Kwon Chung, Nobel Peace Prize winner in 2007 and member of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), is expected to propose a new...


Kazakhstan’s Freight Transportation by Sea Surpasses 1.1 Million in 2022

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s freight transportation by sea surged by 46,8% in 2022, compared to the previous year, exceeding 1.1 million tons, reported the Kazakh Bureau of National...


Kazakhstan Expands International Flights to Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Türkiye

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is expanding international flights to Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Türkiye.  Turkmenistan Airlines launched regular flights from Almaty to Ashgabat on  June 2, reported the Ministry...


Astana International Forum to Open with Panel on Peace, Conflict and Global Order

ASTANA – The first day of the Astana International Forum (AIF) on June 8 will open with a panel session Rethinking Peace, Conflict, and the Global Order,...


Tokayev Reviews Key Issues of Upcoming Astana International Forum

ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reviewed key issues on the agenda of the upcoming Astana International Forum (AIF) at a June 6 meeting with Margareta...


First Kazakh-Belgian Business Council Ventures Into Collaboration Opportunities in New Areas

ASTANA – Astana hosted the first meeting of the Kazakh-Belgian business council on June 5, which brought together the businesses and diplomatic missions of the two countries...


Here’s What You Need to Know about Astana International Forum This Week

ASTANA – The bustling Kazakh capital is set to host the highly anticipated Astana International Forum (AIF) this week, bringing together world leaders, policymakers, and prominent figures...


President Tokayev Attends Flag Raising Ceremony and Marks State Symbols Day

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended the state flag-raising ceremony at Atameken Ethno-Memorial Complex on June 5, following Kazakhstan’s Day of State Symbols celebrated on June 4....


Kazakhstan Skateboard Federation Constructs Modern Skatepark for SOS Children’s Village to Promote Active Lifestyle

ASTANA – The Kazakhstan Skateboard Federation (KSF) has begun the construction of a cutting-edge skateboard park at SOS Children’s Village to promote physical and emotional well-being, the...


New York City Plays Dimash Kudaibergen’s Music Video on Times Square

ASTANA – New York City displayed a music video of Kazakh popstar Dimash Kudaibergen on its landmark Times Square’s LED screen on June 3 to promote his...


Raising Public Awareness is Key to Sustainable Waste Recycling Practices, Say Experts

ASTANA –  In Kazakhstan, only one-fourth of the solid municipal waste is recycled despite the availability of the legislative base, simplified business creation process and infrastructure development....


Kazakhstan Seeks to Join BRICS and Enhance Trade and Economic Cooperation

ASTANA – First Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Kairat Umarov took part in a June 2 meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in Cape Town, South Africa, reported...


Top US Economist Nouriel Roubini to Present Book About Kazakhstan at Astana International Forum

ASTANA – Prominent American economist Nouriel Roubini, known as Dr. Doom for predicting the 2008 global financial crisis, will present his book “The New Kazakhstan: Steering the...


Emir of State of Qatar to Attend Astana International Forum on June 8

ASTANA — Emir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani will participate in the plenary session of the Astana International Forum (AIF) on...


President Tokayev to Set Global Vision at Astana International Forum

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will outline the global vision of the Astana International Forum (AIF) at the plenary session on June 8, reported the Akorda press...


Kazakhstan Has Set New Agenda After National Referendum Last Year, Says State Counselor

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has set a new agenda, embarking on the reforms that have become a unique phenomenon in the region, following the national referendum on constitutional...


CICA Secretariat Unites 80 Cycling Enthusiasts at Bicycle Ride in Burabay 

ASTANA – Nearly 80 cycling enthusiasts participated in a traditional bicycle ride on June 3 in Burabay national park, organized by the Secretariat of the Conference on...


Al-Zahir Baybars Mosque Reopens in Cairo During Kazakh Culture Days

ASTANA – Mosque of al-Zahir Baybars (Sultan Beibars) re-opened on June 4 in Cairo after years of renovation co-funded by Kazakhstan and Egypt, reported the Ministry of...


First Finalists of Teach for Qazaqstan Poised to Accelerate Rural Education Standards

ASTANA – Teach for Qazaqstan (TFQ) program with a mission to raise educational standards and reduce the gap between rural and urban education selected its first 49...


Kazakhstan’s Animation Industry Soars as Nation Honors Pioneer Animator Amen Khaidarov on His 100th Anniversary

ASTANA – Kazakhfilm studio organized a special event on June 3 in Almaty, commemorating the centenary since the birth of Amen Khaidarov, the nation’s pioneer animator. Veterans...


Kazakhstan Commits to Prolonged Oil Output Cuts Until 2024

ASTANA – Kazakhstan will continue cutting oil output by 78,000 barrels per day through the end of 2024, following the latest agreement reached by the Organization of...


Michelin Star Belgian Chef Visits Kazakhstan, Reveals Perfect Meal Secrets

ASTANA – From owning top seafood restaurants to hosting a television show, Yves Mattagne, a Belgian chef who has earned two Michelin stars, visited Astana and Almaty...