Kazakhstan’s Tax Revenues Exceed Plan by 13.7% in Early 2026
ALMATY – Kazakhstan recorded stable execution of tax revenues to the national budget in the first two months of 2026, with collections exceeding planned targets, according to data released by the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance as of March 1.
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Over January–February 2026, tax revenue fulfillment reached 113.7%…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan recorded stable execution of tax revenues to the national budget in the first two months of 2026, with collections exceeding planned targets, according to data released by the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance as of March 1.
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Over January–February 2026, tax revenue fulfillment reached 113.7%…
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Iran Envoy Hosts Press Briefing in Astana as Regional Tensions Continue to Escalate
ASTANA – Iran’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan Ali Akbar Jokar hosted a press briefing on March 2 as regional tensions continued to escalate following reported strikes involving Iran, the United States and Israel.
Iran’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan Ali Akbar Jokar addresses journalists in Astana. Photo credit: Nargiz Raimbekova/ The Astana Times
The U.S. and Israel…
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ASTANA – Iran’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan Ali Akbar Jokar hosted a press briefing on March 2 as regional tensions continued to escalate following reported strikes involving Iran, the United States and Israel.
Iran’s Ambassador to Kazakhstan Ali Akbar Jokar addresses journalists in Astana. Photo credit: Nargiz Raimbekova/ The Astana Times
The U.S. and Israel…
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Over 4,000 Kazakh Tourists Remain in Gulf States, Provided With Accommodation
ALMATY – More than 4,000 organized tourists from Kazakhstan are now in Gulf countries following the closure of airspace due to escalating tensions in the region, said Inna Rey, head of the Turistik Kamkor (Tourist Aid) corporate fund, during a March 2 press briefing.
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Rey said the most challenging situation is…
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ALMATY – More than 4,000 organized tourists from Kazakhstan are now in Gulf countries following the closure of airspace due to escalating tensions in the region, said Inna Rey, head of the Turistik Kamkor (Tourist Aid) corporate fund, during a March 2 press briefing.
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Rey said the most challenging situation is…
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Kazakhstan Expands Coal Capacity to Secure Energy Supply
ALMATY – Kazakhstan plans to meet projected demand for more than 19 million tons of coal annually for new energy projects by expanding production capacity, Vice Minister of Energy Yerlan Akbarov announced during a March 2 meeting with the country’s largest coal mining companies.
Kazakhstan plans to meet projected demand for more than 19…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan plans to meet projected demand for more than 19 million tons of coal annually for new energy projects by expanding production capacity, Vice Minister of Energy Yerlan Akbarov announced during a March 2 meeting with the country’s largest coal mining companies.
Kazakhstan plans to meet projected demand for more than 19…
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IsDB to Support Infrastructure of Kazakhstan’s Special Economic and Industrial Zones
ALMATY – Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) will allocate $1.3 billion to support the construction and modernization of infrastructure in Kazakhstan’s special economic zones (SEZs) and industrial zones (IZs), following agreements signed in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Feb. 26.
From L to R: Kazakhstan’s Minister of Industry and Construction Yersayin Nagaspayev and IsDB President Muhammad…
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ALMATY – Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) will allocate $1.3 billion to support the construction and modernization of infrastructure in Kazakhstan’s special economic zones (SEZs) and industrial zones (IZs), following agreements signed in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on Feb. 26.
From L to R: Kazakhstan’s Minister of Industry and Construction Yersayin Nagaspayev and IsDB President Muhammad…
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Kazakhstan’s Oil Exports Continue Uninterrupted After Black Sea Port Incident
ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy confirmed that an incident at the Sheskharis oil loading terminal in Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk has not affected the country’s oil production or export operations.
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According to the ministry’s official statement, Kazakh oil production and exports continue as normal, and no disruptions have…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy confirmed that an incident at the Sheskharis oil loading terminal in Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk has not affected the country’s oil production or export operations.
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According to the ministry’s official statement, Kazakh oil production and exports continue as normal, and no disruptions have…
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Kazakhstan Expresses Condolences to Iran, Urges De-Escalation in Middle East
ALMATY – Kazakh Foreign Ministry spokesperson Yerlan Zhetybayev extended condolences to the people of Iran over the loss of civilian lives, including children, as well as members of the country’s senior leadership, as a result of recent tragic events, in an official statement on March 2.
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“We express regret over the…
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ALMATY – Kazakh Foreign Ministry spokesperson Yerlan Zhetybayev extended condolences to the people of Iran over the loss of civilian lives, including children, as well as members of the country’s senior leadership, as a result of recent tragic events, in an official statement on March 2.
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“We express regret over the…
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Kazakhstan’s Glaciers Melting Faster, Raising Risks of Floods and Water Shortages
ASTANA – Melting glaciers across Kazakhstan and Central Asia are accelerating climate risks from floods today to water shortages in the coming decades, scientists warned, citing long-term data showing rapid ice loss, rising temperatures, and growing pressure on water-dependent energy and agriculture systems.
The very roof of Central Asia, the Inylchek Glacier, straddling the…
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ASTANA – Melting glaciers across Kazakhstan and Central Asia are accelerating climate risks from floods today to water shortages in the coming decades, scientists warned, citing long-term data showing rapid ice loss, rising temperatures, and growing pressure on water-dependent energy and agriculture systems.
The very roof of Central Asia, the Inylchek Glacier, straddling the…
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Astana’s LRT Set to Begin Operations This Spring
ALMATY – The Light Rail Transit (LRT) system in Astana is expected to begin operations this spring, Astana Akim (Mayor) Zhenis Kassymbek announced on his Instagram page on March 2.
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Kassymbek, together with Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar, visited the LRT depot building and reviewed preparations for the Unified…
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ALMATY – The Light Rail Transit (LRT) system in Astana is expected to begin operations this spring, Astana Akim (Mayor) Zhenis Kassymbek announced on his Instagram page on March 2.
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Kassymbek, together with Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar, visited the LRT depot building and reviewed preparations for the Unified…
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Kazakhstan Intensifies Consular Support, Plans Repatriation Flights from Middle East
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry is operating in an enhanced mode amid escalating military and political tensions across the Middle East, prioritizing the safety of citizens abroad and preparing evacuation routes where necessary.
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Kazakh diplomatic missions in the region are closely monitoring developments, maintaining constant contact with local authorities and citizens,…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Foreign Ministry is operating in an enhanced mode amid escalating military and political tensions across the Middle East, prioritizing the safety of citizens abroad and preparing evacuation routes where necessary.
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Kazakh diplomatic missions in the region are closely monitoring developments, maintaining constant contact with local authorities and citizens,…
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Kazakh Water Diplomats Undergo Training in Europe and China
ALMATY – Kazakh specialists in water management are receiving training in Europe and China as part of efforts to strengthen water diplomacy capacity, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation reported on March 2.
Kazakh specialists in water management are receiving training in Europe and China as part of efforts to strengthen water diplomacy…
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ALMATY – Kazakh specialists in water management are receiving training in Europe and China as part of efforts to strengthen water diplomacy capacity, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation reported on March 2.
Kazakh specialists in water management are receiving training in Europe and China as part of efforts to strengthen water diplomacy…
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Kazakhstan, ADB Discuss Strategic Cooperation, Sign $5.5 Billion Investment Program
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda on March 2 to discuss expanding cooperation and launching major projects in key sectors to support Kazakhstan’s sustainable growth and structural modernization.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda. Photo credit: Akorda
Tokayev noted that…
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ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda on March 2 to discuss expanding cooperation and launching major projects in key sectors to support Kazakhstan’s sustainable growth and structural modernization.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda. Photo credit: Akorda
Tokayev noted that…
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SCO Expresses Concern Over Strikes on Iran, Calls for Restraint
ASTANA – The member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) expressed serious concern over the developments in the Middle East and the military strikes on the territory of Iran in a March 2 statement.
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“The SCO Member States consider the use of force as unacceptable and advocate for the resolution…
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ASTANA – The member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) expressed serious concern over the developments in the Middle East and the military strikes on the territory of Iran in a March 2 statement.
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“The SCO Member States consider the use of force as unacceptable and advocate for the resolution…
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Bibisara Assaubayeva Returns to World Top 10 in Latest FIDE Rankings
ASTANA – Kazakh International Grandmaster Bibisara Assaubayeva has climbed back into the world’s top 10 in the latest International Chess Federation (FIDE) rankings.
Bibisara Assaubayeva. Photo credit: Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Assaubayeva gained 19 rating points following her performance at the 2026 Tata Steel Chess Challengers tournament in…
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ASTANA – Kazakh International Grandmaster Bibisara Assaubayeva has climbed back into the world’s top 10 in the latest International Chess Federation (FIDE) rankings.
Bibisara Assaubayeva. Photo credit: Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Assaubayeva gained 19 rating points following her performance at the 2026 Tata Steel Chess Challengers tournament in…
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Win Internship: Korea Times Holds Third Korean Speaking Contest For Foreigners
The Korea Times will host its third Korean Language Speaking Contest from Feb. 26 to May 7, offering participants a chance to showcase their Korean language skills and compete for prizes worth a total of 12 million won (US$9,000).
The contest drew about 1,800 applicants last year, reflecting growing global interest in Korean…
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The Korea Times will host its third Korean Language Speaking Contest from Feb. 26 to May 7, offering participants a chance to showcase their Korean language skills and compete for prizes worth a total of 12 million won (US$9,000).
The contest drew about 1,800 applicants last year, reflecting growing global interest in Korean…
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Central Asian Nations Align on Biodiversity and Forest Restoration Ahead of RES 2026
ASTANA – Central Asian countries convened in Almaty on Feb. 25-27, for a preliminary preparatory meeting ahead of the Regional Ecological Summit (RES) 2026, aiming to strengthen regional cooperation on biodiversity conservation, forest restoration, and transboundary environmental challenges.
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Organized by the Committee on forestry and wildlife of Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Ecology…
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ASTANA – Central Asian countries convened in Almaty on Feb. 25-27, for a preliminary preparatory meeting ahead of the Regional Ecological Summit (RES) 2026, aiming to strengthen regional cooperation on biodiversity conservation, forest restoration, and transboundary environmental challenges.
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Organized by the Committee on forestry and wildlife of Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Ecology…
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Kazakhstan Maintains Neutral Stance on Middle East Conflict, Prepares Evacuation of Citizens
ASTANA – Kazakhstan does not take sides in the escalating Middle East conflict and calls for disputes to be resolved exclusively through diplomatic means, Deputy Foreign Minister Alibek Bakayev said at a March 3 government briefing.
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“Kazakhstan advocates resolving any military conflict at the negotiating table, in accordance with international…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan does not take sides in the escalating Middle East conflict and calls for disputes to be resolved exclusively through diplomatic means, Deputy Foreign Minister Alibek Bakayev said at a March 3 government briefing.
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“Kazakhstan advocates resolving any military conflict at the negotiating table, in accordance with international…
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First Evacuation Flights Bring 306 Kazakhs Home
Two special flights operated by flydubai on the Dubai–Astana and Dubai–Almaty routes returned 306 Kazakh citizens from the Middle East.
The evacuation was coordinated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan. Officials said further flights from Medina and Jeddah are planned in the coming days.
Two special flights operated by flydubai on the Dubai–Astana and Dubai–Almaty routes returned 306 Kazakh citizens from the Middle East.
The evacuation was coordinated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan. Officials said further flights from Medina and Jeddah are planned in the coming days.
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Why Central Asia, Not Washington, Must Drive Critical Minerals Cooperation
Foreign ministers and senior officials from more than 50 countries convened on Feb.4 in Washington for the United States’ inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial. Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan were among the delegations present – symbolically significant for a region that has spent the last decade signalling “multi-vector” foreign policy while operating under structural constraints.
Rasul…
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Foreign ministers and senior officials from more than 50 countries convened on Feb.4 in Washington for the United States’ inaugural Critical Minerals Ministerial. Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan were among the delegations present – symbolically significant for a region that has spent the last decade signalling “multi-vector” foreign policy while operating under structural constraints.
Rasul…
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