IOM Kazakhstan Launches Campaign to Promote Safe Labor Migration

ASTANA — The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with Workforce Development Center and Kazpost, has launched the Ashyq Álem (Open World in Kazakh) campaign to...


Annual State-of-the-Nation Address to Be Broadcast Live

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will deliver his annual state-of-the-nation address on Sept. 8 during a joint session of the parliament’s chambers, reported the Akorda press service....


Congolese President to Visit Kazakhstan Next Week

ASTANA – President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Félix Tshisekedi will visit Kazakhstan on Sept. 9-10, at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The visit...


Immersive Sonic Experience Brings Art and Ecology Together at Charyn Canyon

ALMATY – Charyn Canyon, Kazakhstan’s natural wonder, turned into the stage for a unique musical and ecological experience on Aug. 31, as the first-ever SUAQ audio expedition...


Almaty Museum of Arts Marks New Era for Culture in Kazakhstan 

ASTANA – The Almaty Museum of Arts will open Sept.12 as Kazakhstan’s first museum built to international standards and capable of hosting major global exhibitions. The institution...


Anything is Possible in Football, Says FC Kairat Coach Urazbahtin

ASTANA — FC Kairat’s head coach Rafael Urazbakhtin said he still struggles to grasp the scale of what his team has achieved: reaching the UEFA Champions League...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakh-Chinese Ties, Astana Finance Days, Dimash Qudaibergen’s New Project and More

ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest covers the Kazakh-Chinese partnership, Dimash Qudaibergen’s new music...


Kazakhstan Boosts Cargo Capacity on Transcaspian Corridor Sixfold

ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s role as a regional transport hub continues to strengthen as cargo shipments along the Transcaspian International Transport Route (TITR) have increased sixfold over the...


Kazakhstan Is More Than One Would Expect, Says Welsh Football Fan

ASTANA – When the Wales football team stepped into the Astana Arena stadium on Sept. 4 to face Kazakhstan in the 2026 World Cup qualifying match, they...


Kazakhstan Expands Gold, Silver and Copper Reserves Through New Deposits

ALMATY – Kazakhstan has recorded a significant increase in the reserves of solid minerals following the registration of five new deposits on the State Geological Register in...


Kazakhstan Accelerates Industrial Modernization and Diversification 

ALMATY – Kazakhstan demonstrates a profound transformation of the industrial sector, developing high-value-added production to introduce systemic measures for the country’s industrial sovereignty reinforcement, in alignment with...


Kazakhstan, Mongolia Promote Investment, Strengthen Parliamentary Cooperation

ALMATY – Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov and Chairman of the Investment Committee Gabidulla Ospankulov met with Dashzegviin Amarbayasgalan, Chairman of the State Great Khural...


Kazakhstan to Approve Three-Year Budget and Economic Forecast

ALMATY – The Government has approved and submitted to Parliament Kazakhstan’s socio-economic development forecast and the republican budget for the next three years, announced Prime Minister Olzhas...


President Tokayev Honors Oil and Gas Industry Workers

ALMATY – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated Kazakhstan’s oil and gas industry workers and veterans on their professional holiday at a solemn ceremony in Akorda,  highlighting the sector’s...


Astana Finance Days 2025 Spotlight Inflation Management and Market Growth in Kazakhstan 

ASTANA — The second day of Astana Finance Days 2025 opened with a plenary session titled The Role of Portfolio Investments in Strengthening Central Asia’s Financial Markets...


Kazakhstan Citizens to Visit Armenia with ID Cards

ASTANA — The Mazhilis, lower house of the Kazakh Parliament, has ratified an agreement between Kazakhstan and Armenia that abolishes the mutual visa regime and allows citizens...


Kazakhstan Emerges as Global Hub for Interfaith Dialogue

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s unique experience in fostering dialogue among religions and cultures is gaining global attention amid rising interethnic and interfaith conflicts, said Bulat Sarsenbayev, Ambassador and...


Kazakhstan Showcases Investment Vision at Astana Finance Days 2025

ASTANA — The first day of Astana Finance Days 2025 opened on Sept. 4 with a ceremonial program that immersed guests in the spirit and cultural identity...


World Boxing Championships Begin in Liverpool with Kazakhstan Team in Full Squad

ASTANA – The World Boxing Championships, held under the auspices of the World Boxing federation, starts today, Sept. 4, in Liverpool, United Kingdom.  This is the first...


Kazakhstan Rejects Fake Claims of Foreign Minister’s Detention

ASTANA – Kazakh Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balayeva denied reports about the alleged detention of the  Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu...


Discover Captivating Cultural Weekend in Astana and Almaty

ASTANA –  Astana delights with the beauty of classical masterpieces, while Almaty sparkles with modern creativity and unforgettable performances. The Astana Times has curated a lineup of...


How Sociology Helps Explain Media Preferences in Kazakhstan

After mapping out the main islands of Kazakhstan’s media archipelago in the previous article, from national TV channels to bloggers and radio stations, it’s logical to turn...


Kazakhstan’s Zangar Nurlanuly Reaches Junior US Open Quarterfinals for First Time

ASTANA – Seventeen-year-old Kazakhstan’s tennis player Zangar Nurlanuly has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Junior US Open, marking the biggest achievement of his young career so...


Kazakhstan, US Businesses Explore New Investment Opportunities

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the United States discussed prospects for expanding bilateral economic ties, implementing new investment projects, and creating cooperation chains involving U.S. businesses. The meeting...


Kazakhstan Accelerates Digital Transformation with AI, Blockchain, and Global Tech Ambitions

ASTANA — Kazakhstan is rapidly advancing its digital ecosystem, positioning itself as a leader in artificial intelligence, blockchain, and telecommunications in Central Asia. Recent initiatives are streamlining...


Central Asia Takes Spotlight at Bled Strategic Forum for First Time

ASTANA – Central Asia was placed at the center of discussions at the Bled Strategic Forum (BSF) in Slovenia for the first time, as the influential international...


Key Takeaways from SCO’s Largest Ever Summit in Tianjin 

ASTANA – The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) convened for its 25th summit in Tianjin on Sept. 1, marking the largest gathering of leaders in the organization’s history....


Kazakhstan, Thailand to Launch New Direct Flights in December

ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Civil Aviation Committee (CAC) has announced the launch of new direct passenger flights connecting Bangkok and Almaty, as part of ongoing efforts to expand...


KTZ Launches New Innovative Format for Vegetable Oil Shipments to China

ALMATY – Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) has introduced a new format for transporting vegetable oil to China, carrying out its first shipment in 40-foot containers equipped with...


Kazakhstan Faces Persistent Inflation Pressures, Says National Bank Governor

ALMATY – Inflation remains one of the main challenges for Kazakhstan’s economic development and citizens’ well-being, said the Governor of the National Bank of Kazakhstan (NBK) Timur...