Amidst criticism from political adversaries, Foreign Secretary David Cameron defended his decision to utilize a luxurious Embraer Lineage 1000 jet for his recent diplomatic mission across central Asia. The tour, spanning five days and encompassing Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia, aimed at bolstering British interests in the region. The £42 million jet, operated […]
Read MoreIn a significant diplomatic development, the Chair of the Civil Aviation Committee in Kazakhstan, Saltanat Tompiyeva, and the Ambassador of Japan to Kazakhstan, Yamada Jun, engaged in discussions on February 29 to explore the possibility of reinstating air travel between the two nations. The meeting, held with the aim of fostering economic, business, and cultural […]
Read MoreKazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Saudi Arabian Minister of Energy Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud convened on March 7 to explore opportunities for advancing energy and investment collaboration, as reported by the Akorda press service. Highlighting the unprecedented level of Kazakh-Saudi relations, President Tokayev expressed his positive impression from recent agreements with Crown Prince and […]
Read MoreIn a strategic move, Kazakhstan’s President, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has overhauled the country’s government by appointing his chief of staff as the new prime minister. This decision comes on the heels of a presidential decree on Monday announcing the resignation of the entire Cabinet without providing explicit reasons. The reshuffling saw the exit of Alikhan […]
Read MoreTORONTO – The bustling atmosphere of the 2024 Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) International Convention in Toronto welcomed Kazakhstan with open arms as the country unveiled its national pavilion at the prestigious event on March 4. Minister of Industry and Construction Kanat Sharlapaev spearheaded the inauguration, emphasizing Kazakhstan’s strategic move to position itself […]
Read MoreIn a seismic event that shook the city of Almaty on March 4th at 11:22 local time, the Department of Emergency Situations reported that 384 emergency points were activated after the tremor. Identified as “Emergency Reception Points” on the 2GIS map, these locations are now ready to respond to any urgent needs arising from the […]
Read MoreASTANA — In a world marked by turmoil and shifting geopolitical landscapes, Kazakhstan stands as a testament to the art of diplomatic maneuvering. Standing at the crossroads of Russia and China, Kazakhstan maintains substantial connections not only with its Central Asian neighbors but also with a diverse array of countries, including the United States, the […]
Read MoreASTANA – Young Kazakh comic book author Ilyas Yusupzhanov presented his first comic book about the founders of the Kazakh Khanate, Kerey and Zhanibek sultans, in Almaty on Jan. 27, reported Zakon.kz news outlet. Yusupzhanov’s interest in comic books sprang from his dedication to promoting Kazakh history by creating worthy heroes to look up to […]
Read MoreASTANA – Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov shared positive developments in Kazakhstan’s economy over the year in an interview with the 24KZ TV channel, the Prime Minister’s press service reported on Dec. 28. Economic outlook Despite global challenges, the country’s economy has shown a steady growth, reaching 4.9% over the first 11 months, with an expected […]
Read MoreASTANA – The Turkistan Region has commenced the construction of a new 152-kilometer railway line Darbaza-Maktaaral to augment capacity and enhance export and transit potential, Kazakh Prime Minister Alikhan Smailov announced at a Nov. 27 teleconference, reported the Prime Minister’s press service. A new checkpoint will be established along the Kazakh-Uzbek state border as part […]
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