Newly Discovered Cultural Monuments Found in North Kazakhstan

ASTANA — Previously unknown historical and cultural monuments have been identified in the North Kazakhstan Region, according to the regional Department of Culture, Language Development and Archival...


Kazakhstan’s Restaurant Sector Shows Growth Amid New Openings

ALMATY — The Kazakh Bureau of National Statistics report shows that the country’s restaurant industry is expanding, with 55 new restaurants opening in the January-September 2025 period,...


Kazakhstan Draws Major Investment Commitments at KGIR

ASTANA — Kazakhstan signed 49 new investment agreements worth $7.5 billion at the eighth Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable (KGIR) on Oct. 31 in Astana. The forum gathered...


Kazakhstan Advances Digital Inclusion with AI Training for Rehabilitated Youth

ALMATY — As Kazakhstan continues to advance its digital transformation across education, creative industries, and social inclusion, new initiatives are ensuring that no one is left behind,...


Central Asia’s Youth Delegates Advance Regional Dialogue at UNESCO Forum

ASTANA — Young generation from Central Asia should no longer wait for change but lead it, said youth delegates from Central Asia, reflecting on their participation in...


Kazakh Startup Raises $500,000 to Expand in US Trucking Market

ASTANA – Kazakh startup Call2action.ai, founded by Yersultan Jussakinov, has closed a $500,000 pre-seed funding round at a $6 million valuation to accelerate its expansion in the...


ESG Forum in Astana Explores Pathways to Sustainable Economy

ASTANA – The ESG Forum in Astana brought together policymakers, business leaders, and experts on Oct. 30 to explore how integrating environmental, social, and governance principles can...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Expanding Global Partnerships, Green Energy Drive and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest highlights the country’s strengthening partnerships with the United...


Critical Minerals Take Center Stage at Kazakhstan Investment Roundtable 2025

ASTANA – The Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable (KGIR) opened on Oct. 31, dedicating one of its key sessions to critical minerals and the energy transition. The participants...


Kazakhstan Calls for Stronger Global Cultural Partnerships at UNESCO General Conference

ALMATY — Kazakh State Counselor and Chairman of the National Commission for UNESCO and Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) Erlan Karin presented President Kassym-Jomart...


EU, Central Asia Push Efforts on Skills, Employability at High-Level Meeting in Turin

TURIN – Government officials, experts, and policymakers from Central Asia and the European Union gathered on Oct. 30-31 in Turin for the fourth high-level meeting of the...


Tokayev: Kazakhstan Triples Education Funding, Expands Global AI Cooperation

ALMATY — Kazakhstan has tripled its investment in education and science and will continue strengthening the role of artificial intelligence through global academic cooperation, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev...


Sweet November Begins with Captivating Exhibitions and Performances

ASTANA – The Astana Times has curated a lineup of events promising a great weekend filled with captivating experiences. Whether you are a music lover, exhibition enthusiast,...


Astana’s Investments Surge 42% Amid Strong Private Sector Growth

ALMATY — Astana  attracted 1.2 trillion tenge (approximately US$2.4 billion) in investments over the first seven months of 2025, maintaining its position as the country’s leader in...


Kazakhstan to Open Branch of India’s Top Forensic Sciences University

ALMATY – Kazakhstan and India have signed an agreement to establish a branch of India’s National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) in Astana on Oct. 29, marking a...


Tokayev Inspects Key Projects During Working Visit to Kyzylorda Region

ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited a number of industrial, infrastructure, and social facilities in the Kyzylorda Region during his Oct. 30 visit. Visit to Korkyt Ata...


Central Asia and Caucasus Outpace Growth Forecasts Despite Inflation Risks

ALMATY – Economic growth in Central Asia and the Caucasus (CCA) exceeded expectations in 2025, driven by strong domestic demand, remittance inflows, and higher hydrocarbon exports. This...


Voice Beyond Horizon: Dimash Unites Silk Road Voices in Grand 2026 Premiere

ASTANA – Dimash Qudaibergen and Hunan TV present a grand premiere for 2026 – the joint project Voice Beyond Horizon.  “Eight years ago, Qudaibergen appeared on China’s...


Economic Cooperation Tops Agenda of Kazakh PM’s Meeting With US Delegation

ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor and Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on...


Kazakhstan, US Strengthen Strategic Partnership to Boost Regional Stability and Growth

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic partnership aimed at ensuring stability, security, and prosperity in the region. Kazakhstan’s Foreign...


Almaty Surgeons Save Six Lives Thanks to Posthumous Organ Donation

ASTANA – Surgeons in Almaty saved the lives of six patients through a multi-organ donation from a deceased woman born in 1962. The procedure took place at...


Kazakhstan, Italy Ink Cultural Cooperation Deal to Set Up Restoration Center

ALMATY — Kazakhstan and Italy signed a memorandum of understanding on Oct. 7 in Astana to create a restoration center at the National Museum of Kazakhstan and...


Kazakh Ballet Star Adamzhan to Perform at ‘Roberto Bolle and Friends’ Gala in Dubai 

ALMATY – Kazakh principal dancer Bakhtiyar Adamzhan will perform at the prestigious “Roberto Bolle and Friends” gala at Dubai Opera on Nov. 6, reported Astana Opera’s press...


Success is Measured in Meaning, not Power: Finnish President Stubb Tells Kazakh Students

ASTANA — President of Finland Alexander Stubb met with students of Astana-based Maqsut Narikbayev University on Oct. 29, where politics met philosophy. Addressing young Kazakh students, he...


ADB and Green Climate Fund Launch $3.5B Regional Program to Tackle Glacial Melt Impacts

ALMATY — The Green Climate Fund (GCF) has approved $250 million for Glaciers to Farms program, a flagship adaptation initiative led by the Asian Development Bank (ADB)...


Kazakh Champion Golovkin Nominated for World Boxing Presidency

ALMATY — Olympic silver medalist, Chair of the World Boxing Olympic Committee, and President of Kazakh National Olympic Committee Gennadiy Golovkin has been officially named among the...


Kazakhstan, US Review Strategic Ties and Regional Agenda to Bolster Cooperation

ALMATY — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met on Oct. 29 with the United States Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor and First Deputy Secretary of...


Kazakhstan, Afghanistan Advance Industrial Cooperation, Plan New Transit Corridor

ALMATY — The third Kazakhstan–Afghanistan Business Forum and Afghan Goods Exhibition opened in Shymkent on Oct. 28, bringing together more than 180 Afghan entrepreneurs and representatives from...


Kazakh Artists Join Global Creative Exchange Through British Council Grant Program

ALMATY – Five Kazakh artists and organizations have been selected to receive the British Council’s 2025 Connections Through Culture (CTC) grants, joining 127 global projects aimed at...


US Special Envoy and Deputy Secretary of State Arrive to Kazakhstan 

ALMATY — The United States Special Envoy for South and Central Asia Sergio Gor and Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a series of meetings in...