- Tuesday, 25 August, 2026
- Almaty 64 °F / 18 °C
- Astana 54 °F / 12 °C
ASTANA — The Akmola Region expects to welcome around two million tourists this year, with Burabay remaining its main tourism destination. According to the regional akimat (administration),...
ASTANA – Coal remains the dominant source of electricity in Kazakhstan, accounting for 62.1% of total generation, while gas-fired plants, hydropower facilities and renewable energy sources together...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s boxer Gennady Golovkin has been inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame (IBHOF) on June 14, becoming the country’s first representative to enter...
ASTANA – Delegates of the second congress of Kazakhstan’s Adilet Party approved the merger of the Amanat party into Adilet on June 14, in a move aimed...
ASTANA – Belgian heavy-lift and transport company Sarens plans to invest up to $56 million in a logistics and commercial hub near Kazakhstan’s border with China, a...
ASTANA — Archaeologists conducting excavations in Kazakhstan’s Turkistan Region have uncovered rare artifacts and unusual burial practices dating back to the Kangly period, offering new insights into...
ASTANA — Kazakh singer and global music star Dimash Qudaibergen has released the official trailer for his upcoming documentary film “Before the Applause: The Dream of Dimash...
ASTANA – Azerbaijani and Kazakh are the fastest growing languages among consumers on ChatGPT, OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar said on June 2 All-In Podcast as part of...
ASTANA – The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi is widely regarded as one of the most important architectural monuments of the Turkic world and a spiritual treasure...
ASTANA — After a week of sold-out performances in London, Kazakh ballet star Bakhtiyar Adamzhan is taking his acclaimed portrayal of Dracula to Scotland. The principal dancer...
ASTANA — The relationship between Kazakhstan and the European Union (EU) is entering a new phase, marked by growing trade volumes, closer political dialogue and expanding cooperation...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan is expanding its international air links with the launch of new routes to Armenia and Uzbekistan, as authorities continue efforts to increase flight connectivity...
ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from international media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest highlights Kazakhstan’s efforts to deepen cooperation with the...
ASTANA —The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted Kazakhstan’s economic resilience and progress in reducing inflationary pressures, despite challenges linked to lower oil production, during a meeting...
ASTANA – After a busy workweek, the weekend offers a chance to unwind and recharge. From inspiring concerts and thought-provoking exhibitions to captivating performances, there is something...
ASTANA — Kazakh titanium accounts for approximately 20% of the global aerospace market, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov said during a meeting with Sylvain Geler, chairman of the...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan has attracted more than $480 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) since independence, Deputy Foreign Minister Alibek Kuantyrov said during a United States (US)-Kazakhstan...
ASTANA — More than 200,000 people have participated in volunteer activities across Kazakhstan since the beginning of 2026, a year designated by the United Nations as the...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Canada are seeking to expand cooperation beyond traditional trade and resource industries, harnessing opportunities presented by emerging areas such as artificial intelligence and...
ASTANA – Kazakh and French experts have presented interim findings for a master plan to safeguard the Lake Balkhash ecosystem, with the final strategy expected by the...
ASTANA – Central Asian countries presented their strategies for developing critical minerals and expanding regional cooperation during the C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue with the United States on...
ASTANA — For decades, Kazakhstan’s mining story has been defined by what lies beneath its soil. At the Astana Mining & Metallurgy Congress (AMM) 2026 on June...
ASTANA — The 16th Astana Mining & Metallurgy (AMM) Congress and Exhibition opened on June 11 at the Hilton Astana, bringing together global industry leaders, investors, and...
ASTANA – Kazakh football fans planning a trip to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America should expect to spend between $1,700 and $4,000 per person...
ASTANA – Rising oil prices driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East have not had a significant effect on Kazakhstan’s tenge, National Bank Chair Timur Suleimenov...
ASTANA – Kazakh Finance Minister Madi Takiyev stated that the country’s public debt remains manageable and within safe limits. As of the beginning of this year, public...
ASTANA – The Kazakh capital hosted the C5+1 Critical Minerals Dialogue on June 10, bringing together senior officials from Central Asian countries and the United States to...
ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to strengthening its expanded strategic partnership with the United States during talks with U.S. Special Envoy for South and...
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United States are deepening cooperation on aviation security, with Kazakh specialists completing training in New York on cargo risk assessment, aircraft inspections...
ASTANA – Balkhash Airport in Kazakhstan’s Karagandy Region has resumed operations following the completion of reconstruction works, according to the regional akimat (local administration) press service. The...
