Tokayev Honors Muslim Council Leader, Reaffirms Kazakhstan’s Commitment to Interfaith Dialogue
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met on Feb. 12 with Mohamed Abdelsalam, secretary-general of the Muslim Council of Elders and the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity, reaffirming Kazakhstan’s strong support for interreligious dialogue and peaceful coexistence.
Mohamed Abdelsalam was awarded the Order of Dostyk (Friendship), first degree, for his contribution to strengthening interreligious dialogue…
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ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met on Feb. 12 with Mohamed Abdelsalam, secretary-general of the Muslim Council of Elders and the Zayed Award for Human Fraternity, reaffirming Kazakhstan’s strong support for interreligious dialogue and peaceful coexistence.
Mohamed Abdelsalam was awarded the Order of Dostyk (Friendship), first degree, for his contribution to strengthening interreligious dialogue…
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Astana to Host 51st UEFA Congress in 2027
ASTANA – The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has announced that the 51st UEFA Congress will take place on March 4, 2027, in the Kazakh capital.
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The decision was made during the 50th UEFA Congress on Feb. 12 in Brussels, attended by David Loria, Secretary General of the Kazakhstan Football…
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ASTANA – The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has announced that the 51st UEFA Congress will take place on March 4, 2027, in the Kazakh capital.
Photo credit: UEFA
The decision was made during the 50th UEFA Congress on Feb. 12 in Brussels, attended by David Loria, Secretary General of the Kazakhstan Football…
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Kazakhstan, World Bank Plan Up to $1 Billion Annually Under New Partnership Framework
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the World Bank Group have discussed a new partnership framework for 2026-2031 that could provide up to $1 billion in annual financing to support infrastructure, private-sector growth, and economic reforms. Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin met with World Bank representatives on Feb. 12 to…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the World Bank Group have discussed a new partnership framework for 2026-2031 that could provide up to $1 billion in annual financing to support infrastructure, private-sector growth, and economic reforms. Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin met with World Bank representatives on Feb. 12 to…
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Where to Go, What to See: This Week’s Cultural Highlights in Astana and Almaty
ASTANA – With Valentine’s Day approaching, the second week of February brings a touch of romance to the city. It Is the perfect time to celebrate love in all its forms – from grand gestures to quiet, meaningful moments. The Astana Times has curated a lineup of activities to help you spend quality time…
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ASTANA – With Valentine’s Day approaching, the second week of February brings a touch of romance to the city. It Is the perfect time to celebrate love in all its forms – from grand gestures to quiet, meaningful moments. The Astana Times has curated a lineup of activities to help you spend quality time…
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News Digest: Foreign Media on Tokayev’s Constitutional Reset, Economic Goals and Kazakhstan’s Rising Global Profile
ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles on Kazakhstan featured in international media worldwide this week. Today’s foreign media digest covers President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s accelerated constitutional reforms, efforts to translate economic growth into higher household incomes, expanding cultural cooperation with China, and more.
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Six months to rewrite the state:…
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ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles on Kazakhstan featured in international media worldwide this week. Today’s foreign media digest covers President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s accelerated constitutional reforms, efforts to translate economic growth into higher household incomes, expanding cultural cooperation with China, and more.
Photo credit: Shutterstock
Six months to rewrite the state:…
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Kazakhstan Plans Allocating $42 Million for Constitutional Referendum
ASTANA – Kazakhstan will hold a nationwide referendum on a new Constitution on March 15, with more than 12.4 million citizens eligible to vote and 20.8 billion tenge (US$42 million) earmarked for organizing the process.
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Preparation and conduct of the referendum have been entrusted to the Central Election Commission (CEC), which…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan will hold a nationwide referendum on a new Constitution on March 15, with more than 12.4 million citizens eligible to vote and 20.8 billion tenge (US$42 million) earmarked for organizing the process.
Photo credit: gov.kz
Preparation and conduct of the referendum have been entrusted to the Central Election Commission (CEC), which…
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Kazakhstan Expands Digital Transit Role with New South Route to UAE
ASTANA — Kazakhstan seeks to strengthen its position as a regional digital transit hub with the launch of the South Route telecommunications corridor, a new infrastructure link connecting Central Asia directly to the United Arab Emirates and the wider Middle East. The project was launched by the international division of e& Carrier & Wholesale…
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ASTANA — Kazakhstan seeks to strengthen its position as a regional digital transit hub with the launch of the South Route telecommunications corridor, a new infrastructure link connecting Central Asia directly to the United Arab Emirates and the wider Middle East. The project was launched by the international division of e& Carrier & Wholesale…
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The online edition of Vogue Italia named the 2026 Olympics among the most stylish sporting events, highlighting standout athlete outfits.
Kazakh figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov was praised for his short program costume.
the magazine wrote, noting its draped, gradient elements and futuristic aesthetic.
Kazakh figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov was praised for his short program costume.
Mikhail Shaidorov of Team Kazakhstan surprised viewers with a look reminiscent of Timothée Chalamet in Dune
the magazine wrote, noting its draped, gradient elements and futuristic aesthetic.
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Weekly News Digest 📰
▪️Tokayev Calls for Economic Transformation Amid Global Uncertainty. Read.
▪️Kazakhstan to Vote on New Constitution in March 15 Referendum. Read.
▪️Kazakhstan, Germany Push Deeper Economic and Energy Cooperation at C5+1 Meeting in Berlin. Read.
▪️New Rules Redraw Kazakhstan’s Housing Map as Prices Outpace Inflation. Read.
▪️Kazakhstan Wins Gold and Silver at UAE SWAT Challenge 2026. Read.
▪️Kazakh Traditions Take Center Stage in Doha. Read.
▪️Volunteerism as Way of Life in Kazakhstan. Read.
Stay tuned with The Astana Times⚡️
▪️Tokayev Calls for Economic Transformation Amid Global Uncertainty. Read.
▪️Kazakhstan to Vote on New Constitution in March 15 Referendum. Read.
▪️Kazakhstan, Germany Push Deeper Economic and Energy Cooperation at C5+1 Meeting in Berlin. Read.
▪️New Rules Redraw Kazakhstan’s Housing Map as Prices Outpace Inflation. Read.
▪️Kazakhstan Wins Gold and Silver at UAE SWAT Challenge 2026. Read.
▪️Kazakh Traditions Take Center Stage in Doha. Read.
▪️Volunteerism as Way of Life in Kazakhstan. Read.
Stay tuned with The Astana Times⚡️
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‘Partner of Choice’: New US Ambassador to Kazakhstan Sets Ambitious Tone
ASTANA — Newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Julie M. Stufft, during her first press briefing on Feb. 13, sent a clear message: Washington sees Astana not as a peripheral partner, but as a country with long-term strategic weight and as a “partner of choice.”
U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Julie M. Stufft. Photo credit:…
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ASTANA — Newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Julie M. Stufft, during her first press briefing on Feb. 13, sent a clear message: Washington sees Astana not as a peripheral partner, but as a country with long-term strategic weight and as a “partner of choice.”
U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Julie M. Stufft. Photo credit:…
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This week in Kazakhstan:
▪️March 15 referendum on a new Constitution
▪️Foreign capital inflows exceed $58B
▪️GDP growth at 6.5%, and more
Full episode https://youtu.be/DFPX3AYCPgM?si=bB3gllhoOFJKfzD8
▪️March 15 referendum on a new Constitution
▪️Foreign capital inflows exceed $58B
▪️GDP growth at 6.5%, and more
Full episode https://youtu.be/DFPX3AYCPgM?si=bB3gllhoOFJKfzD8
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Kazakhstan, EBRD Extend SME Partnership to 2030, Launch Investment-Focused Initiative
ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Ministry of National Economy and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) have extended their partnership on small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) support through 2030 and unveiled a new initiative to strengthen the investment potential of medium-sized businesses.
From L to R: Simone Zeh Atanasovski ,Yerlan Sagnayev. Photo credit: gov.kz…
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ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Ministry of National Economy and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) have extended their partnership on small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) support through 2030 and unveiled a new initiative to strengthen the investment potential of medium-sized businesses.
From L to R: Simone Zeh Atanasovski ,Yerlan Sagnayev. Photo credit: gov.kz…
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Aral Sea Shows Signs of Recovery as Water Levels Rise
ALMATY – The North Aral Sea is slowly coming back to life and with it, renewed hope for the thousands of people whose livelihoods depend on its waters. A recent television report by Almaty.tv captured not only rising water levels, but also the voices of fishermen and villagers who see the sea’s recovery as…
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ALMATY – The North Aral Sea is slowly coming back to life and with it, renewed hope for the thousands of people whose livelihoods depend on its waters. A recent television report by Almaty.tv captured not only rising water levels, but also the voices of fishermen and villagers who see the sea’s recovery as…
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From Bosphorus to Great Steppe: Turkish Artist Explores Shared Roots in Astana
ASTANA – Water flows through civilizations. It moves between continents, carries memory, and connects cultures. In Astana, Turkish watercolor artist Ahmet Öğreten uses that symbolism to trace a journey stretching from the Bosphorus to the great steppe.
“Following the Water: From the Bosphorus to the Great Steppe” exhibition. Photo credit: The Astana Times/ Aida…
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ASTANA – Water flows through civilizations. It moves between continents, carries memory, and connects cultures. In Astana, Turkish watercolor artist Ahmet Öğreten uses that symbolism to trace a journey stretching from the Bosphorus to the great steppe.
“Following the Water: From the Bosphorus to the Great Steppe” exhibition. Photo credit: The Astana Times/ Aida…
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Living Art: How Kazakh Nomads Weave Meaning into Every Object
ALMATY – Art was never separate from life for the nomads of the Kazakh steppe. It lived in the objects of everyday life, from textiles to horse gear and jewelry, shaped by use as much as by beauty. In Kazakh culture, even a home could be understood as a work of art.
Today, the…
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ALMATY – Art was never separate from life for the nomads of the Kazakh steppe. It lived in the objects of everyday life, from textiles to horse gear and jewelry, shaped by use as much as by beauty. In Kazakh culture, even a home could be understood as a work of art.
Today, the…
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Dala.Camp Forum 2026 opened today at Rixos Burabay
The forum brought together farmers, processors, investors, exporters — people who work daily to move the sector forward.
According to Zhanibek Kenzhebayev, founder of Dala.Camp Community , strong market emerges where participants listen to one another and can rely on each other.
The discussions focused on a clear message: livestock development is inseparable from animal health, feed security and institutional strength.
Strong monitoring aligned with international requirements, recognized zoning and vaccination programs (to be formally acknowledged in 2026), modern laboratory infrastructure, and clear legislation are not technical details — they are prerequisites for global market access.
The event is organized by Zengi Group, a managing holding company, together with the Kazakhstan Livestock Breeders Association Turan, which is part of the Zengi Group ecosystem.
The forum brought together farmers, processors, investors, exporters — people who work daily to move the sector forward.
According to Zhanibek Kenzhebayev, founder of Dala.Camp Community , strong market emerges where participants listen to one another and can rely on each other.
“Unity is not a slogan; it is an economic instrument,” he said.
The discussions focused on a clear message: livestock development is inseparable from animal health, feed security and institutional strength.
Strong monitoring aligned with international requirements, recognized zoning and vaccination programs (to be formally acknowledged in 2026), modern laboratory infrastructure, and clear legislation are not technical details — they are prerequisites for global market access.
The event is organized by Zengi Group, a managing holding company, together with the Kazakhstan Livestock Breeders Association Turan, which is part of the Zengi Group ecosystem.
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Week One at Milano-Cortina: Kazakhstan’s Olympic Opening
ROME — The 2026 Winter Olympics opened Feb. 6 in Milan-Cortina, where Kazakhstan’s 36 athletes began competition across multiple disciplines. In the first week, the team secured several top-10 finishes and advanced through key qualification rounds as competition unfolded across Italy.
Kazakhstan’s team at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics on Feb.…
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ROME — The 2026 Winter Olympics opened Feb. 6 in Milan-Cortina, where Kazakhstan’s 36 athletes began competition across multiple disciplines. In the first week, the team secured several top-10 finishes and advanced through key qualification rounds as competition unfolded across Italy.
Kazakhstan’s team at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics on Feb.…
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