Kazakhstan News
China to Lead Construction of Kazakhstan's Second Nuclear Power Plant
State corporation CNNC will coordinate the construction of Kazakhstan’s second nuclear power plant. An agreement on nuclear cooperation with China is planned.
State corporation CNNC will coordinate the construction of Kazakhstan’s second nuclear power plant. An agreement on nuclear cooperation with China is planned.
Kazakhstan became the first in the CIS to introduce a law on digital assets, establish a state AI committee, and launch a national strategy for AI and Web3 development through 2030.
A Kazakh logistics terminal has opened in Georgia's Poti port, providing the country with direct access to the Black Sea and becoming part of the Trans-Caspian route.
A meeting between Tokayev and the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi marked a new stage in relations between the two countries.
The Russian President presented Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with a document confirming the nomination of Kemel Tokayev for the highest Soviet award.
The Presidents of Kazakhstan and China spoke before the concert at the Kremlin Palace. Xi Jinping’s visit to Kazakhstan is expected in June.
Kazakhstan introduces a new visa for investors who invest at least $300,000 in companies or securities. The visa paves the way for long-term residency for up to 10 years.
Onboard the Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft are two Russian cosmonauts and one NASA astronaut.
From March 14, a large-scale festival, Nauryznama, will take place across Kazakhstan, featuring over 1,500 events—from exhibitions and parades to flash mobs and cultural performances. Unlike the traditional Nauryz, which is celebrated in many countries, Nauryznama is an authentically Kazakh holiday rooted in the ancient traditions of the Great Steppe.
Sergey Tsyrulnikov, a renowned Kazakh strongman, has set a new Guinness World Record by inflating and bursting nine medical heating pads in just one minute. This incredible achievement nearly doubled the previous record, which was set 13 years ago.
The United Nations General Assembly has officially designated Almaty as the regional hub for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Central Asia and Afghanistan. This decision was unanimously approved with the support of 152 countries, as announced by Kazakhstan's presidential press secretary, Ruslan Zheldybay.
The Kazakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE) launched trading of securities settled in Chinese yuan on March 3, 2025. This initiative aims to expand investment opportunities and attract new participants to the market.
Kazakhstan is preparing to enter a new export market. Deputy Minister of Agriculture Yermek Kenzhekhanuly announced that active negotiations are underway to approve the supply of meat and meat products to Turkey. The Kazakh side is currently working with the Turkish veterinary service and finalizing the list of enterprises eligible for export.
A 42-year-old resident of Almaty is facing criminal charges for selling a pen with a hidden recording device. He managed to sell one device and was about to sell another before being caught. Under Kazakh law, he could face a fine or up to two years in prison.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Jordanian King Abdullah II held talks, resulting in the signing of 15 bilateral agreements. The leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in trade, energy, transport, pharmaceuticals, education, and culture. They also discussed nuclear energy development, the Trans-Caspian transport route, and Middle Eastern security issues.
The Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan has announced that the final report on the investigation into the crash of an Embraer 190 aircraft operated by Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) near Aktau will be completed and released by December 2025. Deputy Minister of Transport Talgat Lastaev noted that the investigation is being conducted in accordance with international standards and will take approximately one year.
Incredible Finish in the 5000m Short Track Relay
A Gesture of Support and Solidarity
President Demands Accountability as Government Prepares New Measures
The holy month of fasting will begin on March 1 and end on March 29
Educational institutions will have more flexibility in shaping curricula
Funding for "countering disinformation" and human rights initiatives raises questions
17-year-old Saya Kydyrali scores a perfect 9.0 on the international English exam
All utility payments in one document: a new system will simplify transactions
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