Kazakh Defense Ministry Inspects Peacekeeping Contingent Serving with UNDOF
ASTANA – A delegation from Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Defense, led by Major General Mereke Kuchekbayev, Commander-in-Chief of the Ground Forces, conducted an inspection visit to the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) mission area on the Golan Heights.
Currently, 139 Kazakh peacekeepers are deployed on the Golan Heights as part of the UN mission.…
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ASTANA – A delegation from Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Defense, led by Major General Mereke Kuchekbayev, Commander-in-Chief of the Ground Forces, conducted an inspection visit to the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) mission area on the Golan Heights.
Currently, 139 Kazakh peacekeepers are deployed on the Golan Heights as part of the UN mission.…
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Kazakhstan’s Nurlanuly Breaks Into ITF Juniors Top 10 After Australian Open Semifinal
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Zangar Nurlanuly has climbed in the ITF Juniors world rankings, moving from 12th to 9th, following his performance at the 2026 Australian Open.
Zangar Nurlanuly. Photo credit: KTF.
The 17-year-old made history as the first Kazakhstan’s tennis player to reach the Australian Open junior singles semifinals. Last fall, he also reached…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Zangar Nurlanuly has climbed in the ITF Juniors world rankings, moving from 12th to 9th, following his performance at the 2026 Australian Open.
Zangar Nurlanuly. Photo credit: KTF.
The 17-year-old made history as the first Kazakhstan’s tennis player to reach the Australian Open junior singles semifinals. Last fall, he also reached…
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President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in #Pakistan on a state visit.
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EBRD Invests Close to $450 Million in Kazakhstan as Regional Funding Approaches $2 Billion
ASTANA – The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development invested 378 million euros (US$446 million) in 2025, bringing its total funding across Central Asia and Mongolia to nearly $2 billion. The bank backed projects in renewable energy, infrastructure and small business financing in one of its strongest regional performances in more than a decade.…
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ASTANA – The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development invested 378 million euros (US$446 million) in 2025, bringing its total funding across Central Asia and Mongolia to nearly $2 billion. The bank backed projects in renewable energy, infrastructure and small business financing in one of its strongest regional performances in more than a decade.…
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Zoologists Spent Three Days Guarding Stray Snow Leopard in Almaty Mountains
ASTANA — Tourists, bloggers and photographers rushed to the mountains after videos of the snow leopard appeared on social media. Staff from the Institute of Zoology and Ile-Alatau National Park guarded the rare predator for three days and nights in the Big Almaty Gorge, reported Kazinform news agency on Feb. 2.
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ASTANA — Tourists, bloggers and photographers rushed to the mountains after videos of the snow leopard appeared on social media. Staff from the Institute of Zoology and Ile-Alatau National Park guarded the rare predator for three days and nights in the Big Almaty Gorge, reported Kazinform news agency on Feb. 2.
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Kazakhstan’s Transport Sector Hit Record 20.4% Growth in 2025, Report Shows
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s transport sector accelerated in 2025, recording 20.4% growth in real terms, according to a recent report published by Halyk Finance on Jan. 20.
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According to the report, the surge outpaced the sector’s average growth of 8.2% seen over the previous three years, positioning the industry as a primary…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s transport sector accelerated in 2025, recording 20.4% growth in real terms, according to a recent report published by Halyk Finance on Jan. 20.
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According to the report, the surge outpaced the sector’s average growth of 8.2% seen over the previous three years, positioning the industry as a primary…
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Kazakhstan Boosts January Oil Exports to Germany
ALMATY – Kazakhstan increased its oil exports to Germany in January 2026, sending 310,000 tons to the European market, according to KazTransOil. Of these shipments, 106,000 tons were transported via the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline, reported Reuters on Feb. 3.
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The rise represents a sharp increase of 183,000 tons compared to January…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan increased its oil exports to Germany in January 2026, sending 310,000 tons to the European market, according to KazTransOil. Of these shipments, 106,000 tons were transported via the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline, reported Reuters on Feb. 3.
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The rise represents a sharp increase of 183,000 tons compared to January…
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Kazakhstan’s Grain Exports to Afghanistan Nearly Double
ALMATY – Grain exports from Kazakhstan to Afghanistan nearly doubled between September 2025 and Jan. 31, 2026, underscoring the country’s growing role as a key grain supplier in Central and South Asia.
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According to Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, the national railway company, 5.8 million tons of grain were exported, an increase of…
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ALMATY – Grain exports from Kazakhstan to Afghanistan nearly doubled between September 2025 and Jan. 31, 2026, underscoring the country’s growing role as a key grain supplier in Central and South Asia.
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According to Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, the national railway company, 5.8 million tons of grain were exported, an increase of…
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US Delegation to Visit Kazakhstan in March to Boost Bilateral Ties
ALMATY – Minister of Foreign Affairs Yermek Kosherbayev discussed the upcoming visit of the United States’ congressional delegation to Kazakhstan in March during his Feb. 3 meeting with Chairman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee Brian Mast and Senator Steve Daines in Washington, as part of his official visit to the U.S.
During…
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ALMATY – Minister of Foreign Affairs Yermek Kosherbayev discussed the upcoming visit of the United States’ congressional delegation to Kazakhstan in March during his Feb. 3 meeting with Chairman of the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee Brian Mast and Senator Steve Daines in Washington, as part of his official visit to the U.S.
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Kazakhstan and Pakistan Aim to Raise Bilateral Trade to $1 Billion
ALMATY – Kazakhstan and Pakistan are expanding their trade relationship, aiming to increase bilateral trade to $1 billion in the medium term, following a Feb. 4 meeting between Kazakh Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev and Pakistani Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan.
The forum program includes a plenary session with leaders…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan and Pakistan are expanding their trade relationship, aiming to increase bilateral trade to $1 billion in the medium term, following a Feb. 4 meeting between Kazakh Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev and Pakistani Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan.
The forum program includes a plenary session with leaders…
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Chinese Investor to Pour Over $7 Billion into Hard-to-Recover Gas Project in Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Kazakh Invest and Chinese oil and gas firm Geo-Jade Petroleum Corporation signed a cooperation and project-support agreement on Feb. 3 to advance development of the Sozak gas field in Kazakhstan’s Kyzylorda Region.
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ASTANA – Kazakh Invest and Chinese oil and gas firm Geo-Jade Petroleum Corporation signed a cooperation and project-support agreement on Feb. 3 to advance development of the Sozak gas field in Kazakhstan’s Kyzylorda Region.
Under current estimates, production at the site could reach up to one trillion cubic meters.Photo credit: geojade.com Click to see…
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Alatau City to Be Built Mainly Through Private Investment Under Charter Model
ALMATY – The development of Alatau City will be driven primarily by private investment under a new governance model designed to ensure long-term predictability for businesses, said Bolat Zhamishev, a member of the Alatau City Development Council, at a Feb. 4 meeting.
The meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, focused on the implementation…
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ALMATY – The development of Alatau City will be driven primarily by private investment under a new governance model designed to ensure long-term predictability for businesses, said Bolat Zhamishev, a member of the Alatau City Development Council, at a Feb. 4 meeting.
The meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, focused on the implementation…
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Kazakhstan, Pakistan Strengthen Dialogue on Regional and Economic Cooperation
ALMATY – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in both narrow and expanded formats on Feb. 4 as part of his state visit to Pakistan, underscoring a shared commitment to deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries.
From L to R: President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Pakistani Prime Minister…
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ALMATY – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in both narrow and expanded formats on Feb. 4 as part of his state visit to Pakistan, underscoring a shared commitment to deepening the strategic partnership between the two countries.
From L to R: President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Pakistani Prime Minister…
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Astana, Islamabad Cement Strategic Partnership
ALMATY – Kazakhstan and Pakistan signed a Joint Declaration on the Establishment of a Strategic Partnership and a package of intergovernmental agreements following talks between President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during Tokayev’s state visit on Feb. 4, marking a major step forward in bilateral political, economic and investment cooperation.
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan and Pakistan signed a Joint Declaration on the Establishment of a Strategic Partnership and a package of intergovernmental agreements following talks between President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during Tokayev’s state visit on Feb. 4, marking a major step forward in bilateral political, economic and investment cooperation.
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Winter in Astana: How the World’s Second Coldest Capital Stays Active
In this episode, we explore how Astana stays active during the long winter months, from free public skating rinks and skiing in Central Park to family-friendly festive zones and high-energy outdoor activities along the Yessil River.
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In this episode, we explore how Astana stays active during the long winter months, from free public skating rinks and skiing in Central Park to family-friendly festive zones and high-energy outdoor activities along the Yessil River.
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Why Southern Corridor through Iran is Critical for Central Asia
The Islamic Republic of Iran is intensifying its transport diplomacy with Central Asian states, driven by a shared interest in enhancing their competitive positions in transit transport amid the growing importance of east–west and north–south land corridors. Despite international economic sanctions and sustained pressure from the U.S., Iran continues to pursue mutually beneficial…
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The Islamic Republic of Iran is intensifying its transport diplomacy with Central Asian states, driven by a shared interest in enhancing their competitive positions in transit transport amid the growing importance of east–west and north–south land corridors. Despite international economic sanctions and sustained pressure from the U.S., Iran continues to pursue mutually beneficial…
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Kazakhstan at 2026 Winter Olympics: Who Could Bring Home Medals
ALMATY – Kazakhstan is heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics with a highly competitive team, and several athletes are positioned to deliver medal-winning performances, Kazakh Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov said during a government meeting on Dec. 30, 2025.
Mikhail Shaidorov (L) and Sofya Samodelkina (R). Photo credit: olympic.kz
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan is heading into the 2026 Winter Olympics with a highly competitive team, and several athletes are positioned to deliver medal-winning performances, Kazakh Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov said during a government meeting on Dec. 30, 2025.
Mikhail Shaidorov (L) and Sofya Samodelkina (R). Photo credit: olympic.kz
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Croatia’s Ambassador on Growing Ties with Kazakhstan, Trade and Direct Flights
ASTANA – While diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Croatia date back to October 1992, the opening of Croatia’s embassy in Astana in April 2019 marked a new phase in the relationship. Refik Šabanović has served as Ambassador of Croatia since the mission’s launch and in an interview with The Astana Times, he shared how…
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ASTANA – While diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Croatia date back to October 1992, the opening of Croatia’s embassy in Astana in April 2019 marked a new phase in the relationship. Refik Šabanović has served as Ambassador of Croatia since the mission’s launch and in an interview with The Astana Times, he shared how…
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Kazakhstan to Launch First Full-Cycle Aluminum Wheel Plant with US and Korean Partners
ASTANA – Kazakhstan is set to establish its first modern aluminum wheel manufacturing plant after signing a trilateral memorandum with U.S.-based Open Element and South Korea’s Hands Corporation on Feb. 4.
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Kazakh First Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar met with Open Element CEO Mustapha Akkari and Hands Corporation Chairman Seung-Hyun Chang…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan is set to establish its first modern aluminum wheel manufacturing plant after signing a trilateral memorandum with U.S.-based Open Element and South Korea’s Hands Corporation on Feb. 4.
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Kazakh First Deputy Prime Minister Roman Sklyar met with Open Element CEO Mustapha Akkari and Hands Corporation Chairman Seung-Hyun Chang…
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Kazakhstan, Pakistan Sign 32 Commercial Agreements to Deepen Strategic Economic Cooperation
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Pakistan signed 32 commercial agreements at a Feb. 4 business forum in Islamabad during President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s state visit. The agreements aim to expand bilateral cooperation across priority sectors, including finance, logistics, industry, energy, the agro-industrial complex, digital services, and infrastructure.
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The largest industrial agreement concluded during…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Pakistan signed 32 commercial agreements at a Feb. 4 business forum in Islamabad during President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s state visit. The agreements aim to expand bilateral cooperation across priority sectors, including finance, logistics, industry, energy, the agro-industrial complex, digital services, and infrastructure.
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The largest industrial agreement concluded during…
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