Articles by Alina Zhalmaganbetova

ASTANA — Archaeologists from across the Turkic world are moving towards a new model of cooperation that could make the region’s archaeological heritage easier to study as a single interconnected historical space. At the third meeting of the Association of Research Institutes and Centers of Archaeology of the Turkic World (ARICA) in Bugac, Hungary on…

ASTANA – A series of recent archaeological discoveries across Kazakhstan is offering new insights into the history, culture and everyday life of communities that lived on the Great Steppe centuries ago. Findings from archaeological sites in the Zhambyl, Turkistan and Pavlodar regions include medieval buildings, a mosque and paved streets, valuable artefacts and a remarkably…

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s first temporary rehabilitation center for injured birds of prey and endangered wild birds has opened in the Mangystau Region, providing veterinary treatment and rehabilitation before the animals are released back into their natural habitat. The facility focuses on rescuing birds that have been injured or weakened, including eagles, falcons, hawks and other…

ASTANA – Nestled in the heart of Kazakhstan’s vast Saryarka steppe, Karkaraly State National Nature Park offers visitors a unique combination of rugged granite mountains, pristine lakes, dense pine forests and rich biodiversity. Established in 1998, the protected area plays a vital role in preserving the natural heritage of the Karkaraly region for future generations.…

ASTANA — Archaeologists working at the Kultobe settlement in southern Kazakhstan have uncovered new inscriptions and rare artifacts linked to the ancient Kangju state, offering fresh insights into one of Central Asia’s earliest political entities. The discoveries were made during the 2026 excavation season by researchers from the Archaeology Center of South Kazakhstan Pedagogical University…

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 airport received its first flights from Astana and Almaty on June 1 after the reopening. The reconstruction project included upgrades to key airfield infrastructure, including the apron and…

ASTANA –  The International Energy Agency’s (IEA) latest monthly report warns that global oil markets are entering a period of sharp volatility, with demand expected to decline and supply disruptions continuing to reshape trade flows. For Kazakhstan, Central Asia’s largest oil producer, the report is particularly relevant as the country works to restore output after…