Tokayev, Vučić Joint Statement Highlights Expanded Strategic Partnership
ASTANA — Presidents Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Aleksandar Vučić adopted a Joint Statement reaffirming their commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Serbia on Feb. 27 as the two countries mark 30 years of diplomatic relations.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Aleksandar Vučić. Photo credit: Akorda
The Presidents reaffirmed their commitment to the UN Charter…
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ASTANA — Presidents Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Aleksandar Vučić adopted a Joint Statement reaffirming their commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Serbia on Feb. 27 as the two countries mark 30 years of diplomatic relations.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Aleksandar Vučić. Photo credit: Akorda
The Presidents reaffirmed their commitment to the UN Charter…
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Kazakhstan, EDB Explore Major Investment Projects and Digital Initiatives
ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with Nikolai Podguzov, chair of the Management Board of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), on Feb. 27 to discuss ongoing and upcoming investment projects in Kazakhstan and prospects for expansion of cooperation in key economic sectors.
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The discussion highlighted the EDB’s extensive portfolio…
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ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with Nikolai Podguzov, chair of the Management Board of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), on Feb. 27 to discuss ongoing and upcoming investment projects in Kazakhstan and prospects for expansion of cooperation in key economic sectors.
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The discussion highlighted the EDB’s extensive portfolio…
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Weekly News Digest 📰
▪️Kazakhstan, Serbia Pledge to Deepen Strategic Partnership, Expand Trade and High-Tech Cooperation Read.
▪️Kazakhstan Highlights Strategic Role in Connectivity at First CA5+UK Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Read.
▪️Ukraine Seeks Lasting Guarantees as Kazakhstan Maintains Steady Support. Read.
▪️Tokayev Honors Olympic Champion Mikhail Shaidorov. Read.
▪️Tengiz Expansion Shapes Kazakhstan’s Oil Market Balance. Read.
▪️Kazakh Guide Becomes Licensed Cultural Ambassador in France. Read.
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▪️Kazakhstan, Serbia Pledge to Deepen Strategic Partnership, Expand Trade and High-Tech Cooperation Read.
▪️Kazakhstan Highlights Strategic Role in Connectivity at First CA5+UK Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. Read.
▪️Ukraine Seeks Lasting Guarantees as Kazakhstan Maintains Steady Support. Read.
▪️Tokayev Honors Olympic Champion Mikhail Shaidorov. Read.
▪️Tengiz Expansion Shapes Kazakhstan’s Oil Market Balance. Read.
▪️Kazakh Guide Becomes Licensed Cultural Ambassador in France. Read.
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Around 63 Million Tons of Kazakh Oil Transported via CPC Pipeline in 2025
ASTANA – Approximately 63 million tons of Kazakh crude oil were transported in 2025 via the Tengiz-Novorossiysk pipeline system, operated by the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), the company reported following a meeting of its Corporate Governance Bodies in Abu Dhabi on Feb. 25-26.
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In total, the Tengiz-Novorossiysk pipeline transported 70.52 million…
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ASTANA – Approximately 63 million tons of Kazakh crude oil were transported in 2025 via the Tengiz-Novorossiysk pipeline system, operated by the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), the company reported following a meeting of its Corporate Governance Bodies in Abu Dhabi on Feb. 25-26.
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In total, the Tengiz-Novorossiysk pipeline transported 70.52 million…
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Kazakhstan Celebrates 180th Anniversary of Prominent Poet Zhambyl Zhabayev
ASTANA – Kazakhstan marks the 180th anniversary of renowned Kazakh akyn (poet) and improviser Zhambyl Zhabayev on Feb. 28. Widely regarded as a giant of folk poetry, his song legacy remains a defining chapter in the history of Kazakh verse.
Zhambyl Zhabayev, a renowned Kazakh akyn and improviser. Photo credit: e-history.kz
Early life…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan marks the 180th anniversary of renowned Kazakh akyn (poet) and improviser Zhambyl Zhabayev on Feb. 28. Widely regarded as a giant of folk poetry, his song legacy remains a defining chapter in the history of Kazakh verse.
Zhambyl Zhabayev, a renowned Kazakh akyn and improviser. Photo credit: e-history.kz
Early life…
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More Than 700 Potential Springs Identified Across Kazakhstan
ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s National Hydrogeological Service (Kazhydrogeology) has identified 711 potential springs across the country as part of a nationwide inventory effort, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation reported on Feb. 23.
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The springs are being considered as an additional source of water supply amid growing water shortages. In addition…
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ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s National Hydrogeological Service (Kazhydrogeology) has identified 711 potential springs across the country as part of a nationwide inventory effort, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation reported on Feb. 23.
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The springs are being considered as an additional source of water supply amid growing water shortages. In addition…
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What Ancient Turkic Myths Reveal About Women and Power in Steppe
ALMATY – At a time when many views of Turkic civilization are reduced to simplistic narratives, Kazakh researcher and writer Zira Nauryzbai invites a reassessment. At a public lecture on Feb. 18 in Almaty, she explored Turkic mythology, gender roles, and ancient belief systems, challenging conventional views of Turkic civilization and highlighting the deep…
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ALMATY – At a time when many views of Turkic civilization are reduced to simplistic narratives, Kazakh researcher and writer Zira Nauryzbai invites a reassessment. At a public lecture on Feb. 18 in Almaty, she explored Turkic mythology, gender roles, and ancient belief systems, challenging conventional views of Turkic civilization and highlighting the deep…
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Kazakh Airline Cancels Middle East Flights After Iranian Airspace Closure
ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Air Astana group said on Feb. 28 that it canceled all flights to the Middle East for the day after Iranian airspace was closed amid escalating tensions in the region.
The decision followed a wave of strikes launched by the United States and Israel against targets in Iranian cities, including in…
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ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Air Astana group said on Feb. 28 that it canceled all flights to the Middle East for the day after Iranian airspace was closed amid escalating tensions in the region.
The decision followed a wave of strikes launched by the United States and Israel against targets in Iranian cities, including in…
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SCAT, Boeing Break Ground on Central Asia’s Largest Aircraft Maintenance Hub in Shymkent
ASTANA – SCAT Airlines and Boeing kicked off the construction of what is expected to become Central Asia’s largest aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) center in Shymkent in southern Kazakhstan on Feb. 27, a project aimed at expanding the nation’s aviation infrastructure and servicing capacity.
Shymkent mayor Gabit Syzdykbekov, Deputy Minister of Transport…
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ASTANA – SCAT Airlines and Boeing kicked off the construction of what is expected to become Central Asia’s largest aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) center in Shymkent in southern Kazakhstan on Feb. 27, a project aimed at expanding the nation’s aviation infrastructure and servicing capacity.
Shymkent mayor Gabit Syzdykbekov, Deputy Minister of Transport…
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Kazakh President Orders Emergency Planning as Iran Tensions Escalate
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has instructed Kazakhstan’s Security Council and law enforcement agencies to prepare an emergency response plan amid escalating tensions around Iran and the potential risk of instability affecting the country, said presidential press secretary Aibek Smadiyarov on Feb. 28.
Tokayev tasked Security Council Secretary Gizat Nurdauletov, along with the heads…
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ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has instructed Kazakhstan’s Security Council and law enforcement agencies to prepare an emergency response plan amid escalating tensions around Iran and the potential risk of instability affecting the country, said presidential press secretary Aibek Smadiyarov on Feb. 28.
Tokayev tasked Security Council Secretary Gizat Nurdauletov, along with the heads…
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Kazakhstan’s Kristina Shumekova Makes History in Germany
Kazakhstan’s Kristina Shumekova won silver in the 3,000 meter distance (4:03.99) at the World Junior Speed Skating Championships in Inzell, Germany, adding to her three gold medals in the 500 meters, 1,000 meters and 1,500 meters.
The speed skater also achieved a historic milestone. In the small all-around (based on the combined results of all individual events), the Kazakh athlete became the first from the country to win the title in this discipline.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated her, calling the result a historic achievement for Kazakhstan’s sport.
Photo credit: National Olympic Committee
Kazakhstan’s Kristina Shumekova won silver in the 3,000 meter distance (4:03.99) at the World Junior Speed Skating Championships in Inzell, Germany, adding to her three gold medals in the 500 meters, 1,000 meters and 1,500 meters.
The speed skater also achieved a historic milestone. In the small all-around (based on the combined results of all individual events), the Kazakh athlete became the first from the country to win the title in this discipline.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated her, calling the result a historic achievement for Kazakhstan’s sport.
Photo credit: National Olympic Committee
Saudi Arabia’s Foundation Announces Dates for Third Islamic Arts Biennale 2027
ASTANA – The Diriyah Biennale Foundation (DBF) will host the Islamic Arts Biennale’s third edition from Nov. 1, 2027 through March 1, 2028, at the Western Hajj Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The exhibition seeks to bring together historical works with contemporary ones exploring the arts of Islamic civilizations,…
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ASTANA – The Diriyah Biennale Foundation (DBF) will host the Islamic Arts Biennale’s third edition from Nov. 1, 2027 through March 1, 2028, at the Western Hajj Terminal of King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The exhibition seeks to bring together historical works with contemporary ones exploring the arts of Islamic civilizations,…
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Kazakhstan Awaits First Wild-Born Przewalski’s Foals as New Horses Arrive in Summer
ASTANA – The effort to reintroduce Przewalski’s horses, known locally as kerkulan, to the Kazakh steppe has survived an early setback with the loss of a stallion, yet specialists say the herds are adapting steadily, raising expectations of new foals and the arrival of a third group this summer.
The first seven Przewalski horses…
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ASTANA – The effort to reintroduce Przewalski’s horses, known locally as kerkulan, to the Kazakh steppe has survived an early setback with the loss of a stallion, yet specialists say the herds are adapting steadily, raising expectations of new foals and the arrival of a third group this summer.
The first seven Przewalski horses…
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Why Power Among Kazakh Khans Didn’t Always Pass From Father to Son
ASTANA — In the Kazakh Khanate, power rarely moved in a straight line from father to son. Succession more often followed seniority within the ruling dynasty, a system shaped by the political traditions of the nomadic steppe.
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Edil Noyanov, a candidate of historical sciences and assistant professor at Al-Farabi…
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ASTANA — In the Kazakh Khanate, power rarely moved in a straight line from father to son. Succession more often followed seniority within the ruling dynasty, a system shaped by the political traditions of the nomadic steppe.
Photo credit: The Astana Times
Edil Noyanov, a candidate of historical sciences and assistant professor at Al-Farabi…
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Kazakh President Condemns Military Actions, Urges Diplomatic Solutions in Middle East
ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent personal messages to the leaders of Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, expressing sincere support and solidarity with their peoples during what he described as a period of extreme trials.
Tokayev strongly condemned any military actions aimed at undermining the sovereignty and security…
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ASTANA — Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent personal messages to the leaders of Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, expressing sincere support and solidarity with their peoples during what he described as a period of extreme trials.
Tokayev strongly condemned any military actions aimed at undermining the sovereignty and security…
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Between Kazakhstan and Poland: Kazakh Writer Bridges Cultures Through Literature
ASTANA – In Poland, Yuriy Serebriansky is known as a cultural scholar and editor of a magazine focused on the history and life of Kazakhstan’s Polish diaspora. In Kazakhstan and beyond, he is recognized as a writer whose works span poetry, prose, children’s literature and nonfiction, all shaped by a life lived across cultures,…
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ASTANA – In Poland, Yuriy Serebriansky is known as a cultural scholar and editor of a magazine focused on the history and life of Kazakhstan’s Polish diaspora. In Kazakhstan and beyond, he is recognized as a writer whose works span poetry, prose, children’s literature and nonfiction, all shaped by a life lived across cultures,…
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Snow Leopard Cubs Spotted in Almaty Nature Reserve
ASTANA – Rare footage has been recorded in the Almaty state nature reserve. The video from camera traps installed across the reserve captures snow leopard cubs playing together high in the mountains.
Oct. 23 is International Snow Leopard Day, a celebration of the iconic symbol of mountain ecosystems and the wild landscapes of Central…
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ASTANA – Rare footage has been recorded in the Almaty state nature reserve. The video from camera traps installed across the reserve captures snow leopard cubs playing together high in the mountains.
Oct. 23 is International Snow Leopard Day, a celebration of the iconic symbol of mountain ecosystems and the wild landscapes of Central…
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