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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 strengthen cooperation on critical mineral supply chains, investment and technological development. Opening the dialogue, Kazakhstan’s…
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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 Central Asia, Ambassador Sergio Gor as both sides highlighted growing political and economic cooperation. “We…
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ASTANA – ESG, which stands for environmental, social and governance, is no longer a reputational issue but a market access requirement, and companies that adapt quickly will gain competitive advantage, according to Nadira Abenova, ESG Specialist at the Export Credit Agency of Kazakhstan. The Export Credit Agency…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan has introduced simplified entry and stay procedures for foreign visitors to support tourism development, Minister of Internal Affairs Yerzhan Sadenov announced at a June 9 government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. Citizens of 105 countries can obtain electronic visas…
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ASTANA — Kazakhstan and South Korea discussed expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, critical minerals, and technology during the 11th meeting of the Kazakh-Korean Joint Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation on June 8. The meeting highlighted the steady growth of…
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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…
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ASTANA — Kazakhstan will continue increasing oil production under the latest OPEC+ agreement, according to the Kazakh Energy Ministry. The announcement follows a virtual meeting of seven OPEC+ countries, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman on June 7, which agreed to gradually raise…
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ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s national dog breed, the tazy, drew international attention at the World Dog Show 2026 in Bologna, Italy, where a young Kazakh tazy named Chelsea placed fourth among junior sighthounds in one of the world’s most prestigious canine competitions, according to Kazinform. The annual World Dog…
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ASTANA – The Investor Rights Protection Committee oversees more than 3,000 projects worth over 100 trillion tenge ($205.6 billion), with prosecutors assigned to help investors resolve disputes, address regulatory hurdles and coordinate with government agencies, committee chairman Bauyrzhan Yeraly said in an…
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ASTANA – Once largely confined to domestic audiences, Kazakh-language music is increasingly finding listeners around the world. Driven by streaming platforms and social media, a new generation of artists is transforming local hits into global phenomena. Much of that attention is fueled by a new generation of…
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ASTANA – From the flowering meadows of the Altai Mountains to the vast southern steppes, beekeeping has long been woven into Kazakhstan’s agricultural heritage. Today, as global demand for natural and organic products grows, Kazakh honey is attracting increasing attention from international consumers and helping…
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ALMATY — Archaeologists have begun a new excavation season at the medieval settlement of Zhankent in Kazakhstan’s Kyzylorda Region, continuing efforts to uncover the history of one of the most significant cities of the Oghuz state and a key site along the Silk Road, reported Kazinform. The archaeological works,…
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ASTANA – As the summer begins, Astana and Almaty come alive with a vibrant lineup of cultural, musical, and entertainment events. From captivating concerts to engaging exhibitions, the weekend offers something for every taste and interest. The Astana Times editorial team has curated a list of events you can…
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ASTANA – President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed on June 5 a package of constitutional laws to implement the provisions of the Constitution adopted on March 15. The constitutional law on the President of Kazakhstan defines the status and powers of the President and introduces the office of Vice…
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ASTANA — Every year on June 4, Kazakhstan celebrates the Day of State Symbols, honoring the flag, emblem and anthem that have come to embody the country’s independence, identity and aspirations. While they are familiar elements of daily life, appearing in schools, government institutions and at international…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s aluminum, iron and steel sectors are expected to be the most affected by the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), according to Fabiana Fong, component lead at the International Trade Centre (ITC). Speaking at the presentation of a CBAM impact assessment report in…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Cyprus agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation by expanding economic, investment, and sectoral ties following talks between Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides on June 3, which marked the first official presidential visit from Cyprus to…
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There is a color in Kazakhstan that is more than a national symbol. Turquoise is the color of the sky above the steppe, the color of openness, distance and trust in the future. It appears on the national flag, but it also expresses something deeper: Kazakhstan’s unique ability to connect ancient horizons with…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Hong Kong are uniquely positioned to serve as gateways to Central Asia and China, creating opportunities for deeper cooperation across trade, finance, education and connectivity, Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee said during his visit to Astana on June 2. Leading a business delegation…
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ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with John KC Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, marking the first-ever visit by a Hong Kong Chief Executive to Kazakhstan, reported Akorda on June 1. Welcoming the guest, Tokayev noted that the visit…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s retail e-commerce market reached nearly 3.8 trillion tenge (US$8 billion) in 2025, according to newly released data from the Bureau of National Statistics of Kazakhstan. The figures reflect the continuing growth of online shopping and the increasing role of digital marketplaces in the…
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The story of 19-year-old Karagandy resident Riza A. has shocked Kazakhstan. Following another brutal attack by her former husband, the young woman was admitted to intensive care, where doctors were forced to perform an emergency spleen removal surgery. According to media reports, the abuse had continued over a…
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ASTANA — Agricultural trade between Kazakhstan and Iran increased by 55.8% to $342 million, accounting for 79% of total bilateral trade. The figures were announced during a June 1 meeting between Kazakhstan’s Agriculture Minister Aidarbek Saparov and Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mines and Trade Mohammad Atabak.…
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ASTANA – Children account for more than one-third of Kazakhstan’s population, with 6.9 million people aged 0-17 living in the country as of the beginning of this year, according to the Bureau of National Statistics. Children represent 33.6% of Kazakhstan’s total population. Of them, 62.3% live in cities, while…
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ASTANA – A group of Przewalski’s horses was released into the wild at the Altyn Dala State Nature Reserve on May 25, marking an important milestone in efforts to return the rare species to its historical range and restore a sustainable population in Kazakhstan. The stallion Galvan arrived in Kazakhstan from…
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ASTANA – The beginning of summer marks the International Children’s Day, and Kazakhstan, home to 6.9 million children, is celebrating with a wide range of family-friendly events nationwide. The Kazakh capital is hosting the third International Clown Festival to create a festive atmosphere for children, promote…
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ASTANA — Growing instability around key Middle Eastern maritime chokepoints is increasing the strategic importance of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, also known as the Middle Corridor, said experts during a May 27 webinar hosted by the Edinburgh Business School at Heriot-Watt University in…
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ASTANA — Archaeologists in Kazakhstan’s Mangystau Region discovered coins and seals, among other artifacts at the ancient settlement of Karakabak, indicating trade links with Rome, Persia, India and China, regional officials said during a May 12 site visit. According to researchers, the findings point to…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan is expected to experience another warm summer in 2026, with temperatures reaching up to 45 degrees Celsius in some regions, according to a seasonal forecast released by the national weather service, Kazhydromet, on May 15. The outlook comes just months after 2025 was officially recognized as…
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ALMATY – On May 31, Kazakhstan commemorates the victims of political repression and famine, honoring millions whose lives were shattered by political persecution, forced deportations, imprisonment and starvation. More than five million people were deported to labor camps across Kazakhstan during the Soviet era,…