In 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 – 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 […]
Read MoreASTANA – The population of Kazakhstan reached 20 million people on Nov. 14, reported the Bureau of National Statistics. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated citizens on this significant milestone. “A happy family is the foundation of national well-being and the country’s sustained progress. The state will continue to work to fortify family values, protect motherhood and […]
Read MoreKazakhstan puts forward a number of initiatives in the transport sector for the countries of the Economic Cooperation Organization, Azernews reports, citing Kun.uz News Agency. The head of the Kazakh government voiced them during the ECO summit held the previous week in Tashkent. He emphasized the need to develop transportation and logistics in a region […]
Read MoreThe agreement on visa-free travel between Kazakhstan and China became officially effective on November 10. The agreement signed in May this year permits citizens of both countries to travel to each other’s territories for tourism, business or medical treatment purposes without being obliged to hold a visa at first, VisaGuide.World reports. It grants visa-free access […]
Read MoreA mutual visa-exemption agreement between China and Kazakhstan kicked in on Friday, allowing travelers to enter each other’s country visa-free and stay for up to 30 days each time. This new policy will further boost the two countries’ ties which were already blossoming under the Belt and Road Initiative. Chen Mengfei brings more from the […]
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