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BOEING SERVICE CENTER MAY OPEN IN SHYMKENT
SCAT is considering opening a Boeing maintenance center at Shymkent airport. Aircraft deliveries and aviation cooperation were discussed during talks in the United States.
SCAT is considering opening a Boeing maintenance center at Shymkent airport. Aircraft deliveries and aviation cooperation were discussed during talks in the United States.
Nestle has launched a large-scale recall of infant formula in Europe and Kazakhstan after identifying a potential risk of the toxin cereulide in ingredients used for infant nutrition.
After gaining independence, Kazakhstan faced the need to strengthen national identity. Experts believe that transitioning to unified education in the state language may become a fundamental step for consolidating society and developing the country.
Kazakhstan has filed a lawsuit in a Swiss court for about fifteen million dollars plus interest against companies and individuals accused of corruption in oil field development. The claim is viewed as part of a broader strategy in major arbitration disputes with oil corporations.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Vladimir Putin signed a Declaration on the transition of relations between Kazakhstan and Russia to the level of comprehensive strategic partnership and alliance, consolidating new areas of cooperation.
Sky-blue Kazakh flags were displayed across central Moscow ahead of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s state visit. One of the landmarks, the Ostankino Tower, was illuminated in the colors of Kazakhstan’s national flag.
The European Union has approved the 19th package of anti-Russian sanctions, which includes a ban on the import of liquefied natural gas and new visa restrictions for Russian diplomats.
At Digital Bridge 2025, Pavel Durov announced the launch of Telegram’s artificial intelligence lab at Alem.ai in Kazakhstan. The project will unite Telegram with the national supercomputer cluster.
The Digital Bridge 2025 forum has opened in Astana. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the importance of digitalization and artificial intelligence for the future of Kazakhstan and the world.
The Embassy of Kazakhstan in the U.S. announced the suspension of social media updates due to the federal government shutdown that began on October 1. Consular services remain available.
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President of Italy Sergio Mattarella held talks in Astana, confirming the high level of trust and readiness for further development of strategic ties.
Tokayev instructed to turn Kazakhstan into a digital state within three years. A new Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development will be created, along with a digital assets fund and the first crypto-city, Alatau.
On the second day of AFD 2025, discussions focus on portfolio investments, financial technologies, and the prospects of the mining sector. The total number of participants has exceeded 5,000 from 80 countries.
The AFD 2025 forum opened in Astana. Serik Zhumangarin and Renat Bekturov delivered speeches at the opening. Discussions focused on investments, the role of the AIFC, the impact of artificial intelligence, and the opening of the “Museum of Trust.”
According to the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF), Kirill Dmitriev announced at the SCO that work has begun on creating a new payment system.
The Almaty Court of Appeal canceled the investigation against "Mobile Telecom Service" over inflated SMS service prices. The decision was based on an international agreement between Kazakhstan and Qatar that guarantees the company protection from interference until 2027.
President Donald Trump has notified the leaders of South Korea, Japan, and Kazakhstan of a 25% tariff on imports starting August 1, citing the need to balance trade relations.
Kazakhstan and China are launching Silk Way Star, a Eurovision-style music show for Silk Road nations. Performers from Central Asia, the Caucasus, and China will take part.
Amid rising tensions in the region, Kazakh authorities declared readiness to evacuate citizens from the UAE and Gulf countries. Tourists are advised to consider potential risks.
State corporation CNNC will coordinate the construction of Kazakhstan’s second nuclear power plant. An agreement on nuclear cooperation with China is planned.
Aisultan Nazarbayev’s 2020 posts predicting Trump’s return and the fall of the U.S. are being revisited amid the country’s political crisis and growing social tension.
Starting July 1, 2025, foreign nationals will be required to submit a notification and obtain a QR code through RuID to enter Russia. Kazakhstan is considering reciprocal measures for Russian citizens.
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.
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