- Tuesday, 25 August, 2026
- Almaty 81 °F / 27 °C
- Astana 72 °F / 22 °C
ASTANA – Kazakhstan has been named one of the safest countries in the world in the Global Terrorism Index 2026, with a near-zero risk score and no...
ASTANA – As concerns over how social media affects younger users intensify globally, Meta has been placing a significant emphasis on Teen Accounts, a set of features...
ASTANA — The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) will host its Annual Meeting and Business Forum on June 25–26 in Almaty. The highlight of the programme will be...
A narrow stretch of water – the Strait of Hormuz – is sending shockwaves across the global economy. It is not just another shipping route; it is...
ASTANA – Almaty could welcome its first Michelin-recognized restaurant this year, Deputy Akim Olzhas Smagulov said during an April 2 regional communications briefing. Smagulov noted that the...
ASTANA – Syrmak, a traditional Kazakh felt rug handcrafted from natural sheep’s wool, has been the centerpiece of nomadic life on the steppe. The name derives from...
Space debris isn’t just a hurdle for astronauts or a plot point for sci-fi movies—it is a looming threat to our modern way of life. Today, tens...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan ranks among the world’s largest holders of agricultural land, underscoring its significant role in global food systems. Kazakhstan is among the world’s top six...
ALMATY – Tucked into the foothills of the Alatau mountains, an unusual home in Almaty looks more like a sculptural landscape than a place to live. Built...
I still remember a boy who fell on the asphalt when I was in primary school. Before the teacher reached him, someone lifted him and told him...
ASTANA – The C5+O.N.E. (Opening Networks Through English) program launched its sixth cohort on April 2, aiming to strengthen English proficiency across Central Asia to support regional...
ASTANA – The Kazakh capital hosted the two-day international Geological Forum Geoscience & Exploration Central Asia on April 2-3, bringing together industry experts and officials to discuss...
ASTANA – Astana Hub, IT Park Uzbekistan and venture fund Big Sky Capital agreed to launch an international technology hub in Malaysia during the Central Eurasian Venture...
ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s digest highlights Kazakhstan’s growing appeal for international professionals, its digital transformation,...
ASTANA – The first weekend of April is packed with excitement – from art exhibitions and ballets to sports events and outdoor adventures. Whether you’re exploring city...
ASTANA – An exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the Central Kazakhstan Archaeological Expedition opened at the National Museum in Almaty on March 31, showcasing rare artifacts...
ASTANA – Almaty is set to expand its international flight network with four new destinations in 2026, Kazinform reported. Regular flights to Warsaw are scheduled to begin...
ASTANA – The Asian Development Bank approved a 90 billion tenge (US$173.6 million) loan to Otbasy Bank to expand access to affordable housing finance for women in...
ASTANA – As of March 1, Kazakhstan’s population reached 20,532,240, an increase of over 32,000 since the start of the year. At the beginning of 2026, the...
War in the Middle East has exposed a brutal truth: fossil fuel dependency rips away countries’ sovereignty and security, putting food prices, household budgets, business bottom lines,...
ASTANA – Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov attended meetings with the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, and the heads of government of the Organization of Turkic States...
ASTANA – In March, the National Bank of Kazakhstan sold $400 million from the National Fund to support transfers to the national budget, while the tenge strengthened...
ASTANA – Kazakh footballer Karim Mendikanov, 15, has signed with Barcelona and will join one of the club’s youth teams next season. The news was announced by...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan and Ukraine reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and reviving trade during interagency consultations held in the Kazakh capital on April 1. The...
ASTANA — Air Astana has extended the suspension of flights to Dubai until the end of April due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Regular...
There is a particular confidence with which societies talk about women, especially other people’s women. Labels come easily: traditional, obedient, oppressed, resilient. Central Asian women, and Kazakh...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Mazhilis (lower house of the Kazakh parliament) has ratified a memorandum of understanding with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), formalizing the legal status of...
ASTANA — Feeding wild swans is strictly prohibited, specialists from Burabay National Park said on April 1, as Kazakhstan marks International Bird Day, Kazinform reported. The date...
ASTANA — A new direct air route between Almaty and Tashkent has been launched on March 31 by Uzbek carrier Qanot Sharq, further strengthening regional connectivity, Kazinform...
ASTANA — Kazakhstan signed export contracts worth approximately $125 million with Chinese partners on the opening day of the “Export to China – Shangai Cooperation Organization Selection”...
