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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.
Photo credit: primeminister.kz
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.
Photo credit: primeminister.kz
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.
Photo credit: gov.kz
The largest industrial agreement concluded during…
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Kazakhstan’s Construction Sector Attracts Over $7 Billion in Investment
ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s construction industry continues to strengthen its role as a key driver of economic diversification, attracting 3.8 trillion tenge (US$7.6 billion) in housing investment, most of it private, while accelerating urban renewal, improving living standards, and modernizing utilities infrastructure. Consistent government policy, institutional reforms, and digitalization have elevated the sector to a…
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ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s construction industry continues to strengthen its role as a key driver of economic diversification, attracting 3.8 trillion tenge (US$7.6 billion) in housing investment, most of it private, while accelerating urban renewal, improving living standards, and modernizing utilities infrastructure. Consistent government policy, institutional reforms, and digitalization have elevated the sector to a…
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B5+1 Forum in Bishkek Advances Central Asia-US Economic and Investment Cooperation
ASTANA – The second international B5+1 (Central Asia + the United States) business forum opened in Bishkek on Feb. 4, bringing together government officials and business leaders to strengthen practical cooperation in trade, investment, and technology across priority sectors.
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Discussions focus on economic cooperation in finance and banking, critical minerals, agriculture,…
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ASTANA – The second international B5+1 (Central Asia + the United States) business forum opened in Bishkek on Feb. 4, bringing together government officials and business leaders to strengthen practical cooperation in trade, investment, and technology across priority sectors.
Photo credit: gov.kz
Discussions focus on economic cooperation in finance and banking, critical minerals, agriculture,…
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American Chamber of Commerce in Kazakhstan Maps 2026 Priorities
ASTANA — The American Chamber of Commerce in Kazakhstan, also known as AmCham, outlined how business leaders assess the country’s reform agenda, fiscal trajectory and geopolitical environment in the Investors’ Voice 2026 edition report published on Jan.5. 2026 is seen as a defining moment for diversification, regulatory clarity and expanded Kazakhstan-U.S. economic engagement.
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ASTANA — The American Chamber of Commerce in Kazakhstan, also known as AmCham, outlined how business leaders assess the country’s reform agenda, fiscal trajectory and geopolitical environment in the Investors’ Voice 2026 edition report published on Jan.5. 2026 is seen as a defining moment for diversification, regulatory clarity and expanded Kazakhstan-U.S. economic engagement.
U.S.…
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Geopolitics is no longer an abstract field reserved for governments and military strategists as it has become a practical necessity for businesses navigating sanctions, supply chain disruptions and a rapidly shifting global order, experts said during a Feb. 2 session at Narxoz University.
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Geopolitics is no longer an abstract field reserved for governments and military strategists as it has become a practical necessity for businesses navigating sanctions, supply chain disruptions and a rapidly shifting global order, experts said during a Feb. 2 session at Narxoz University.
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US Reaffirms Support for Kazakhstan’s Regional Role and Strategic Partnership
ASTANA – The United States has reaffirmed its support for Kazakhstan’s continued regional integration and development, including through platforms such as C5+1, following talks between U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 4.
Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev and U.S. Deputy Secretary of…
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ASTANA – The United States has reaffirmed its support for Kazakhstan’s continued regional integration and development, including through platforms such as C5+1, following talks between U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 4.
Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev and U.S. Deputy Secretary of…
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Kazakhstan Bets on Energy-to-AI Pivot at World Government Summit 2026
ASTANA – Kazakhstan outlined its plans to develop a global hub for computing and data processing at the World Government Summit 2026, with a government delegation highlighting its intention to convert the country’s energy potential into large-scale digital and AI infrastructure. Kazakh delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan outlined its plans to develop a global hub for computing and data processing at the World Government Summit 2026, with a government delegation highlighting its intention to convert the country’s energy potential into large-scale digital and AI infrastructure. Kazakh delegation, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and…
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Kazakh Referees Selected for Figure Skating and Moguls at 2026 Winter Olympics
ASTANA – Two representatives from Kazakhstan have been appointed as referees for the 2026 Winter Olympics, officiating in figure skating and freestyle moguls, according to the International Olympic Committee.
Photo credit: Reuters
Official documents show that Kazakhstan will be represented among referees in two of the 16 medal sports on the Olympic program.
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ASTANA – Two representatives from Kazakhstan have been appointed as referees for the 2026 Winter Olympics, officiating in figure skating and freestyle moguls, according to the International Olympic Committee.
Photo credit: Reuters
Official documents show that Kazakhstan will be represented among referees in two of the 16 medal sports on the Olympic program.
In…
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News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan–EU Ties, Energy Policy, B5+1 Business Forum, and Economic Cooperation
ASTANA – The Astana Times has made a selection of articles on Kazakhstan featured in international media worldwide this week. Today’s foreign media digest covers Kazakhstan’s relations with the European Union, multivector foreign policy, nuclear energy development, regional business cooperation in Central Asia, and the elevation of ties with Pakistan to a strategic partnership.…
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ASTANA – The Astana Times has made a selection of articles on Kazakhstan featured in international media worldwide this week. Today’s foreign media digest covers Kazakhstan’s relations with the European Union, multivector foreign policy, nuclear energy development, regional business cooperation in Central Asia, and the elevation of ties with Pakistan to a strategic partnership.…
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Tokayev Says Connectivity and Trade Are Central to Kazakhstan–Pakistan Partnership
ALMATY – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined connectivity and economic cooperation as the main pillars of Kazakhstan–Pakistan relations in a Feb. 5 interview with The News Pakistan, emphasizing trade expansion, transport corridors and regional stability.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined key areas of Kazakhstan-Pakistan cooperation in a Feb. 5 interview. Photo credit: The News Pakistan.
According…
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ALMATY – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined connectivity and economic cooperation as the main pillars of Kazakhstan–Pakistan relations in a Feb. 5 interview with The News Pakistan, emphasizing trade expansion, transport corridors and regional stability.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev outlined key areas of Kazakhstan-Pakistan cooperation in a Feb. 5 interview. Photo credit: The News Pakistan.
According…
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Constitution as Strategy: Why Kazakhstan Is Rewriting the Rules Now
The world is sliding into geoeconomic fragmentation: trade and investment are increasingly filtered through security logic, and predictability is becoming a scarce resource. The International Monetary Fund has been warning for years thatpolicy-driven fragmentation can impose real economic costs and reshape incentives for states and firms alike – especially those positioned between larger…
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The world is sliding into geoeconomic fragmentation: trade and investment are increasingly filtered through security logic, and predictability is becoming a scarce resource. The International Monetary Fund has been warning for years thatpolicy-driven fragmentation can impose real economic costs and reshape incentives for states and firms alike – especially those positioned between larger…
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Kazakhstan Highlights Critical Minerals Potential at Conference in US
ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev took part in the first conference on critical minerals on Feb. 4 in Washington, the United States, at the invitation of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, underscoring Kazakhstan’s growing role in strengthening global supply chains for strategically important resources.
Speaking at the event, Kosherbayev outlined Kazakhstan’s potential…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev took part in the first conference on critical minerals on Feb. 4 in Washington, the United States, at the invitation of Secretary of State Marco Rubio, underscoring Kazakhstan’s growing role in strengthening global supply chains for strategically important resources.
Speaking at the event, Kosherbayev outlined Kazakhstan’s potential…
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Kazakhstan Seeks Balance Between AI Innovation and Regulation
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Association for the Development of Artificial Intelligence, also known as Qaz.AI, is working with government and industry leaders to shape new rules for AI as officials seek to encourage innovation while guarding against manipulation and other risks, said Temirlan Ziyatov, the association’s chairman, in an interview with The Astana Times.
Temirlan…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Association for the Development of Artificial Intelligence, also known as Qaz.AI, is working with government and industry leaders to shape new rules for AI as officials seek to encourage innovation while guarding against manipulation and other risks, said Temirlan Ziyatov, the association’s chairman, in an interview with The Astana Times.
Temirlan…
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Kazakhstan Kicks Off 2026 Winter Olympics with 36 Athletes in Milan
ALMATY – The 2026 Winter Olympic Games officially open today, Feb. 6, in Milan-Cortina, Italy, with Kazakhstan ready to highlight its winter sports talents in front of a worldwide audience.
Photo credit: olympics.com.
The opening ceremony will be broadcast live at 12 a.m. Astana time on Feb. 7 on Qazsport, Qazaqstan, Jibek Joly, and…
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ALMATY – The 2026 Winter Olympic Games officially open today, Feb. 6, in Milan-Cortina, Italy, with Kazakhstan ready to highlight its winter sports talents in front of a worldwide audience.
Photo credit: olympics.com.
The opening ceremony will be broadcast live at 12 a.m. Astana time on Feb. 7 on Qazsport, Qazaqstan, Jibek Joly, and…
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Almaty to Host 2029 Winter Asian Games
ALMATY – Almaty has officially been selected to host the 2029 Winter Asian Games, marking the return of one of Asia’s multi-sport winter events to Kazakhstan, reported the National Olympic Committee’s press service on Feb. 5.
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ALMATY – Almaty has officially been selected to host the 2029 Winter Asian Games, marking the return of one of Asia’s multi-sport winter events to Kazakhstan, reported the National Olympic Committee’s press service on Feb. 5.
Photo credit: kazakhtourist.kz Click to see the map in full size. The map is designed by The Astana…
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