Alikhan Bokeikhanov: The Man Who Challenged History

ASTANA — Alikhan Bokeikhanov was not a revolutionary by instinct. He did not call for the destruction of systems, but believed in something far more difficult —...


Nauryz Reborn: Kazakhstan’s Journey to Restore National Tradition

ALMATY – This year marks 38 years since Nauryz was revived in Kazakhstan, the ancient spring festival that had been banned for more than six decades under...


Ricky Martin to Bring World Tour to Almaty in July

ASTANA – Global pop star Ricky Martin will perform in Almaty on July 18 at Spartak Stadium, marking his first concert in Kazakhstan. The performance is part...


Kazakhstan Parliament to Hold Joint Session on March 27

ALMATY – A joint session of the chambers of Kazakhstan’s Parliament will be held on March 27 at 10 a.m. in Astana, according to an order signed...


AZAL Plane Crash Investigation Near Aktau Enters Final Stage

ALMATY – Kazakhstan has completed the collection of all key expert findings in the investigation of the crash of an Embraer 190 aircraft operated by Azerbaijan Airlines...


Kazakhstan Celebrates National Sports Day as Part of Nauryz Festivities

ALMATY – Kazakhstan marks National Sports Day on March 20 as part of the Nauryznama celebrations, highlighting traditional sports that play a key role in preserving cultural...


Celebrate Nauryz with Cultural Events to Brighten Your Long Weekend

ASTANA – Nauryz, one of Kazakhstan’s most cherished holidays, marks the arrival of spring and new beginnings. Celebrated from March 21 to 25 by Kazakh people and...


Kazakhstan to Create Alatau City Authority to Oversee Special-Status City

ALMATY – Kazakhstan plans to establish a new state body, the Alatau City Authority, to manage the development of the future city of Alatau, Deputy Prime Minister...


Kazakhstan Builds Resilient System to Protect Citizens Abroad

ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Tourist Rights Guarantee System, operated by the Turistik Kamkor Corporate Fund, has demonstrated its effectiveness in assisting citizens abroad during recent disruptions in the...


News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s Constitution, Regional Cooperation and Nauryz

ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected key articles from international media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest highlights the adoption of a new Constitution...


Kazakhstan, Mongolia Sign Export Deals Worth Over $ 60 Million

ALMATY – Kazakh companies signed export contracts worth $62.6 million with Mongolian partners during a business mission in Ulaanbaatar, marking a further step in expanding trade ties...


Time for a Sea Change 

A conversation with the UNDP Resident Representative in Kazakhstan on the country’s transformation — ecological, economic, and human. There is a particular kind of silence that greets...


Drones Distribute Baursaks at Digital Nauryz Celebration in Karagandy

ASTANA – Residents of Karagandy experienced an unconventional Nauryz celebration as drones distributed baursaks in the city’s central park. The initiative was part of Digital Nauryz 2026,...


Kazakhstan Begins Work on Second Airport Project in Astana

ASTANA — The development of a second airport in Kazakhstan’s capital has entered its initial phase, according to Deputy Minister of Transport Talgat Lastayev. Speaking on the...


Tokayev Establishes Office of Commissioner for Family Affairs

ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has signed a decree establishing the office of the Commissioner for Family Affairs on March 18. The new body is intended to...


VietJet Air to Launch Hanoi-Almaty-Prague Air Route in July

ASTANA – VietJet Air plans to launch a new international route connecting Hanoi, Almaty, and Prague starting July 11. Flights will operate twice a week using Airbus...


Kazakhstan, EU Near Final Stage of Visa Facilitation Talks

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the European Union (EU) are approaching the final stage of negotiations on visa facilitation, with an agreement potentially to be reached within a...


FlyArystan Extends Suspension of Aktau-Dubai Flights Until April 19

ASTANA – FlyArystan has extended the temporary suspension of its Aktau-Dubai-Aktau route until April 19, citing ongoing instability in the Middle East and existing regional restrictions. The...


China, Uzbekistan Lead Migration to Kazakhstan for Permanent Residence in 2025

ALMATY – Nearly 24,000 people moved to Kazakhstan for permanent residence in 2025, with the largest inflows coming from China, Uzbekistan and Russia, reported the Kazinform news...


Kazakhstan’s Aviation Chief on Growth, Safety and Future Workforce

ASTANA — As Kazakhstan seeks to position itself as Central Asia’s aviation hub, the Civil Aviation Committee (CAC) believes the real challenge extends beyond infrastructure alone. “Competitiveness...


Nomadic Culture Festival in Almaty Showcases Traditional Crafts and Techniques

ALMATY – An international festival Nomadic Art: Global Image of Steppe Culture, celebrating nomadic culture and traditional crafts, brought together artisans from across Kazakhstan in Almaty as...


Kazatomprom Boosts Sales 11% in 2025, Expands Resource Base

ASTANA – Kazatomprom CEO Meirzhan Yussupov reported an 11% increase in sales volumes to 18,500 tons, citing steady global demand. He shared the update during a March...


Astana Leads Marriage Rates as Kazakhstan Registers 115,900 Marriages in 2025

ALMATY – Astana recorded the highest marriage rate in the country as Kazakhstan registered 115,900 marriages in 2025, according to the Bureau of National Statistics release on...


Rhenus Expands Presence Along Trans-Caspian Corridor with Office in Georgia

ALMATY – The Rhenus Group, a Germany-based global logistics provider, has opened a new office in Tbilisi, Georgia, completing its presence across all key markets along the...


Government to Overhaul Legal Framework Following New Constitution

ALMATY — The government must move quickly to bring legislation into line with Kazakhstan’s new Constitution by adopting five new constitutional laws, amendments to eight existing constitutional...


Kazakhstan Attracts Nearly 70% of Central Asia’s Foreign Investment, UN Report Shows

ALMATY – Kazakhstan accounts for nearly 68% of all foreign direct investment (FDI) accumulated in Central Asia, highlighting its position as the region’s primary destination for international...


Kazakhstan Records 335,000 Births in 2025 as Urban Births Dominate

ASTANA — Kazakhstan registered 335,000 births in 2025, with the majority occurring in urban areas and most children born to women aged between 25 and 34. Boys...


Economic Fundamentals Are Key For Central Asia to Capitalize On Geopolitical Changes 

Recently, a growing debate has emerged about the changing geopolitical landscape in Central Asia, with major superpowers vying for control of its resources, expanding their presence to...


EU Sanctions Envoy Briefs Kazakh Journalists on Fifth Visit

ASTANA – European Union Envoy for Sanctions David O’Sullivan was on his fifth visit to Kazakhstan on March 17 and briefed Kazakh journalists on the progress of...


Nauryz Ball in Astana Highlights Diplomacy, Tradition and Renewal

ASTANA – The Kazakh capital hosted the Nauryz Ball on March 16, a special event that served as a platform for cultural and humanitarian dialogue, highlighting Kazakhstan’s...