Caves, DNA and Metal Trace Kazakhstan’s Ancient Past
ASTANA — Cave sediments may help identify ancient human populations in Kazakhstan even where no skeletal remains survive, as new methods allow archaeologists to reconstruct how people lived and adapted to environmental change tens of thousands of years ago.
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ASTANA — Cave sediments may help identify ancient human populations in Kazakhstan even where no skeletal remains survive, as new methods allow archaeologists to reconstruct how people lived and adapted to environmental change tens of thousands of years ago.
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New Comic Book Explores Parallels Between George Washington and Abylai Khan in Story of Leadership
ASTANA – The parallel lives of George Washington and Abylai Khan, two leaders who lived in the same era but on opposite sides of the world, are explored in “When Eagles Soar,” a new bilingual comic book written by Shymkent-based author Bek-Ata Daniyal and illustrated by Astana-based artist Abylay Karin.
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ASTANA – The parallel lives of George Washington and Abylai Khan, two leaders who lived in the same era but on opposite sides of the world, are explored in “When Eagles Soar,” a new bilingual comic book written by Shymkent-based author Bek-Ata Daniyal and illustrated by Astana-based artist Abylay Karin.
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S&P Global CSA Raises Corporate Sustainability Score of Bank CenterCredit
ASTANA – Bank CenterCredit (BCC) improved its score in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) this year, earning 78 points out of 100, up from 75 points a year earlier. Since 2024, when the bank scored 61 points, its rating has increased by 17 points.
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ASTANA – Bank CenterCredit (BCC) improved its score in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) this year, earning 78 points out of 100, up from 75 points a year earlier. Since 2024, when the bank scored 61 points, its rating has increased by 17 points.
Photo credit: Bank CenterCredit (BCC).
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What Oman Sultan’s Visit Could Open Up for Kazakhstan
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Oman are looking to turn growing political ties into new opportunities in trade, transport, investment and technology as Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik prepares for his first official visit to Kazakhstan on Oct. 5-6.
The visit comes as both countries share an interest in adapting to changing connectivity patterns across…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Oman are looking to turn growing political ties into new opportunities in trade, transport, investment and technology as Oman’s Sultan Haitham bin Tarik prepares for his first official visit to Kazakhstan on Oct. 5-6.
The visit comes as both countries share an interest in adapting to changing connectivity patterns across…
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Kazakhstan Wins 84 Medals at Asian Games, Finishes Eighth in Overall Standings
ASTANA – Kazakhstan finished the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with 84 medals, 12 gold, 24 silver and 48 bronze, placing eighth in the overall medal standings, as the continental competition concluded Oct. 4.
The official closing ceremony of the 20th Asian Games was held on Oct. 4 at the Nagoya City Mizuho…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan finished the 20th Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with 84 medals, 12 gold, 24 silver and 48 bronze, placing eighth in the overall medal standings, as the continental competition concluded Oct. 4.
The official closing ceremony of the 20th Asian Games was held on Oct. 4 at the Nagoya City Mizuho…
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OPEC+ Agrees to Keep Oil Production Steady
ALMATY – The seven OPEC+ countries participating in additional voluntary production adjustments, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman, have agreed to maintain their current oil production levels in November.
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The decision was made during an Oct. 4 virtual meeting to review global oil market conditions and the outlook.…
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ALMATY – The seven OPEC+ countries participating in additional voluntary production adjustments, Saudi Arabia, Russia, Iraq, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Algeria and Oman, have agreed to maintain their current oil production levels in November.
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The decision was made during an Oct. 4 virtual meeting to review global oil market conditions and the outlook.…
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Central Asia’s Air Cargo Volumes More Than Double Since 2019, IATA Report Shows
ASTANA – Central Asia is emerging as an increasingly important intercontinental bridge for global air cargo, with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan recording particularly strong growth, according to a new report by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
The report, Central Asia’s Growing Role in Global Air Cargo Flows, published Sept. 30, highlights the region’s growing…
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ASTANA – Central Asia is emerging as an increasingly important intercontinental bridge for global air cargo, with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan recording particularly strong growth, according to a new report by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
The report, Central Asia’s Growing Role in Global Air Cargo Flows, published Sept. 30, highlights the region’s growing…
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US Report Sees Progress in Kazakhstan’s Investment Climate, Flags Tax and Regulatory Risks
ALMATY – Kazakhstan has made significant progress in developing a market economy and attracting foreign investment, but regulatory uncertainty, localization policies and concerns over the rule of law continue to pose challenges for international businesses, according to the United States Department of State’s 2026 Investment Climate Statement for Kazakhstan.
The report, released in September,…
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ALMATY – Kazakhstan has made significant progress in developing a market economy and attracting foreign investment, but regulatory uncertainty, localization policies and concerns over the rule of law continue to pose challenges for international businesses, according to the United States Department of State’s 2026 Investment Climate Statement for Kazakhstan.
The report, released in September,…
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Tokayev Says Teachers Matter More Than Ever in AI Era
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said teachers are more important than ever as artificial intelligence and digital technologies reshape education, urging Kazakhstan to strengthen human capital and adapting its schools to a rapidly changing world.
“A teacher is a key figure in every person’s life. I believe everyone would agree with this. Deep respect…
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ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said teachers are more important than ever as artificial intelligence and digital technologies reshape education, urging Kazakhstan to strengthen human capital and adapting its schools to a rapidly changing world.
“A teacher is a key figure in every person’s life. I believe everyone would agree with this. Deep respect…
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Kazakhstan’s Population Tops 20.6 Million as Astana Passes 1.7 Million
ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s population reached 20.62 million as of Sept. 1, while Astana surpassed 1.7 million residents, according to the Bureau of National Statistics.
The capital’s population increased by 9,780 people in August alone and has grown by 61,209 people since the start of the year. Kazakhstan’s total population stood at…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s population reached 20.62 million as of Sept. 1, while Astana surpassed 1.7 million residents, according to the Bureau of National Statistics.
The capital’s population increased by 9,780 people in August alone and has grown by 61,209 people since the start of the year. Kazakhstan’s total population stood at…
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Tokayev Orders Defense Reforms After Inspection Finds Systemic Failures
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev ordered reforms in Kazakhstan’s Armed Forces after a commission investigating a military incident in the Mangystau Region revealed serious shortcomings in planning, oversight and personal safety, reported the presidential press service on Oct. 5.
Tokayev reviews the initial findings of a comprehensive inspection of the Ministry of Defense following…
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ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev ordered reforms in Kazakhstan’s Armed Forces after a commission investigating a military incident in the Mangystau Region revealed serious shortcomings in planning, oversight and personal safety, reported the presidential press service on Oct. 5.
Tokayev reviews the initial findings of a comprehensive inspection of the Ministry of Defense following…
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Kazakhstan-Germany Relations Through Lens of Global Instability
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s official visit to Germany in September took placein Berlin and Munich and, judging by its formal results, became one of the most productive in the history of bilateral relations. The parties signed more than 30 commercial documents worth approximately $2 billion and adopted a roadmap for industrial, technological and…
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Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s official visit to Germany in September took placein Berlin and Munich and, judging by its formal results, became one of the most productive in the history of bilateral relations. The parties signed more than 30 commercial documents worth approximately $2 billion and adopted a roadmap for industrial, technological and…
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Where Kazakhstan’s Oil Goes: Key Export Markets and Volumes
ASTANA – Kazakhstan exported a record 76.3 million tonnes of crude oil in 2025, up 7.4% from the previous year and 20% from 2015, according to data from the Bureau of National Statistics. Italy remained the country’s largest buyer, while the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) continued to carry the bulk of Kazakhstan’s crude exports.…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan exported a record 76.3 million tonnes of crude oil in 2025, up 7.4% from the previous year and 20% from 2015, according to data from the Bureau of National Statistics. Italy remained the country’s largest buyer, while the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) continued to carry the bulk of Kazakhstan’s crude exports.…
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Kazakhstan Accelerates Digital Transformation as Trans-Caspian Fiber-Optic Link Nears Launch
ASTANA – Officials discussed implementing Kazakhstan’s Digital Qazaqstan Strategy at a government meeting on Oct. 6, outlining plans to expand AI-powered public services, develop large-scale computing infrastructure, and accelerate digital transformation across the economy.
The strategy, approved through 2029, covers digital government, data infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecommunications, IT, advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies, the Prime…
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ASTANA – Officials discussed implementing Kazakhstan’s Digital Qazaqstan Strategy at a government meeting on Oct. 6, outlining plans to expand AI-powered public services, develop large-scale computing infrastructure, and accelerate digital transformation across the economy.
The strategy, approved through 2029, covers digital government, data infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecommunications, IT, advanced manufacturing and emerging technologies, the Prime…
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Kazakhstan, Partners Target Falling Caspian Sea Levels With New Monitoring Project
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and international partners are stepping up efforts to address falling Caspian Sea levels, biodiversity loss and pollution, as Aktau hosted a high-level dialogue on Oct. 5 that also launched a Japan-funded monitoring and water management project.
The Caspian Sea has been shrinking for decades, raising concerns over biodiversity, coastal communities, infrastructure…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan and international partners are stepping up efforts to address falling Caspian Sea levels, biodiversity loss and pollution, as Aktau hosted a high-level dialogue on Oct. 5 that also launched a Japan-funded monitoring and water management project.
The Caspian Sea has been shrinking for decades, raising concerns over biodiversity, coastal communities, infrastructure…
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Astana School Named Finalist for 2027 Zayed Sustainability Prize
ASTANA – Astana’s General Education School No. 101 has been named one of three finalists representing Europe and Central Asia in the Global High Schools category of the 2027 Zayed Sustainability Prize, organizers announced.
General Education School No.101, Astana, a public school in Kazakhstan with 3,800 students. Photo credit: zayedsustainabilityprize.com
The school was selected…
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ASTANA – Astana’s General Education School No. 101 has been named one of three finalists representing Europe and Central Asia in the Global High Schools category of the 2027 Zayed Sustainability Prize, organizers announced.
General Education School No.101, Astana, a public school in Kazakhstan with 3,800 students. Photo credit: zayedsustainabilityprize.com
The school was selected…
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Digital Bridge 2026: New AI Order Beyond US-China Race — Who Gets to Act for You?
ASTANA – The emerging AI order may look bipolar from a distance, with the United States (U.S.) and China dominating the most advanced models, chips and computing infrastructure. But the discussion at Digital Bridge 2026 in Astana on Oct. 2 suggested a more complex picture: the technology may be concentrated, while its applications, standards…
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ASTANA – The emerging AI order may look bipolar from a distance, with the United States (U.S.) and China dominating the most advanced models, chips and computing infrastructure. But the discussion at Digital Bridge 2026 in Astana on Oct. 2 suggested a more complex picture: the technology may be concentrated, while its applications, standards…
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Kazakhstan, Oman Deepen Ties During Sultan’s First Central Asia Visit
ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Oman agreed to deepen strategic partnership across energy, transport, logistics, agriculture and digitalization on Oct. 6, as Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said made his first visit to Central Asia.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said hold talks on Oct. 6 in Astana. Photo…
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ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Oman agreed to deepen strategic partnership across energy, transport, logistics, agriculture and digitalization on Oct. 6, as Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said made his first visit to Central Asia.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said hold talks on Oct. 6 in Astana. Photo…
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Eleven Years in WTO: What Has Kazakhstan Gained
ASTANA – Eleven years after Kazakhstan joined the World Trade Organization, the country trades across a far wider global market under internationally agreed rules. However, one of the central challenges that preceded accession remains: reducing its dependence on commodity exports.
The World Trade Organization sets and oversees the rules governing international trade, with the…
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ASTANA – Eleven years after Kazakhstan joined the World Trade Organization, the country trades across a far wider global market under internationally agreed rules. However, one of the central challenges that preceded accession remains: reducing its dependence on commodity exports.
The World Trade Organization sets and oversees the rules governing international trade, with the…
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Shymkent to host Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable 2026
More than 500 investors and business leaders from 40 countries are expected to gather in Shymkent on Oct. 22 for the ninth Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable.
The event will focus on Kazakhstan’s new investment cycle, with discussions on key growth sectors, attracting high-quality capital and building new international business partnerships.
More than 500 investors and business leaders from 40 countries are expected to gather in Shymkent on Oct. 22 for the ninth Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable.
The event will focus on Kazakhstan’s new investment cycle, with discussions on key growth sectors, attracting high-quality capital and building new international business partnerships.
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