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 part of the Nauryznama decade, offering visitors a rare opportunity to explore ancient techniques and cultural heritage, reported the city administration’s press service. The festival featured master classes,…
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 18 meeting with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev focused on reviewing the company’s 2025 performance and setting priorities for Kazakhstan’s uranium sector, the Akorda press service reported. Yussupov also said…
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 March 17. The overall marriage rate stood at 5.69 per 1,000 people. Astana led with 6.75 per 1,000, followed by the Karagandy Region (6.32) and East Kazakhstan (6.27).…
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 Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), the company announced on March 18. With operations now spanning Türkiye, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, Rhenus has established full coverage of one…
Jibek Joly Tourist Train to Launch Silk Road Route to Tajikistan This March
ALMATY — The international tourist train project Jibek Joly (Silk Way) will soon launch a new route connecting Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan, reported the Kazakh Ministry of Tourism and Sports. From March 20 to 25, the train will travel along a Silk Road itinerary linking Almaty, Turkistan, Samarkand, Dushanbe, Tashkent and Almaty, allowing travelers to…
Documentary Explores Human Stories Behind War Through Kazakh Journalist’s Lens
ALMATY – A documentary, “My Syrian Story,” premiered in Almaty on March 10, offering a portrait of Kazakh journalist Akmaral Batalova and her years reporting from Syria, where she documented the human realities of a country shaped by war. The film offers a deeply personal narrative following Batalova as she travels across the country scarred…
RES 2026 EXPO to Showcase Green Technologies in Astana
ALMATY – An international exhibition of green technologies and solutions, the Regional Ecological Summit EXPO 2026 (RES 2026 EXPO), will take place in Astana from April 22 to 24. The event will be held as part of the Central Asia Regional Ecological Summit with the support of Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources and…
Kazakhstan Finishes Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics with Two Medals
ALMATY — Kazakhstan finished the 14th Winter Paralympic Games in Milan Cortina with two medals, one gold and one bronze, both won by para biathlete and para cross-country skier Yerbol Khamitov, reported the Committee of Sports and Physical Education on March 16. Khamitov secured a historic gold medal in the 4.5-kilometer pursuit race in para…
Kazakhstan to Mark March 15 as Constitution Day Following Referendum
ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced that March 15 will be celebrated annually as Constitution Day following Kazakhstan’s national referendum on the draft of a new Constitution held on the same day. The announcement came after he reviewed the results of exit polls, the Akorda press service reported. Speaking at the Kazmedia Center, Tokayev also…
President Tokayev Casts Vote in Nationwide Constitutional Referendum
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has voted in the national referendum on the draft of Kazakhstan’s new Constitution at polling station No. 51, located in the Palace of Schoolchildren, reported the Akorda on March 15. After voting, Tokayev held a briefing for representatives of local and foreign media, emphasizing the historic significance of the referendum…
Kazakhstan Launches Overseas Voting Across 54 Countries
ALMATY – Kazakhstan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Arman Issetov said 71 polling stations are operating at Kazakh diplomatic missions in 54 countries, allowing 14,380 citizens abroad to participate in the referendum, reported the ministry on March 15. However, 11 stations in 10 countries, including Iran, Israel, Jordan, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Lebanon, Kuwait, Ukraine…
Kazakhstan Opens Over 10,000 Polling Stations for Constitutional Referendum
ALMATY – Kazakhstan opened 10,388 polling stations across the country on March 15 for the nationwide referendum on adopting a new Constitution, according to Mukhtar Yerman, a member of the Central Referendum Commission. Polling stations began operating at 7 a.m. Astana time, while 92 stations opened earlier at 6 a.m. In total, 12,461,796 citizens are…
Geopolitical Shifts Increase Role of Aviation Finance in Central Asia, Experts Say at AIFC
ALMATY – Geopolitical changes and growing passenger demand are increasing the importance of aviation finance mechanisms in Central Asia and the Caucasus, experts said during a roundtable held on March 10 at the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC). According to research conducted by the AIFC, the aircraft fleet in Central Asia and the Caucasus could…
Astana to Host Over 200 Events to Celebrate Nauryz 2026
ALMATY – More than 200 diverse events and activities will take place in Astana to celebrate Nauryz, the main spring holiday marking renewal and the start of a new year. The celebrations will unfold as part of the traditional Nauryznama decade from March 14 to 23, during which each day is dedicated to national values…
Kazakhstan Ratifies Green Energy Corridor Deal with Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan
ALMATY – The lower chamber of the Parliament of Kazakhstan has ratified an agreement on strategic partnership in the production and transmission of green energy between Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan on March 11, reported the Ministry of Energy. The agreement, signed on Nov. 13, 2024, in Baku, was presented to lawmakers by Energy Minister Yerlan…
KMG Chairman Visits Kashagan Field, Reviews Production and Development Plans
ALMATY – KazMunayGas Chairman Askhat Khassenov held a production meeting with employees of North Caspian Operating Company (NCOC) during a working visit to the Atyrau Region on March 11. During the trip, Khassenov visited key production facilities of the Kashagan oil field, including the offshore complex and the Bolashak processing plant, reported the KMG’s press…
Kazakhstan Ratifies Agreement on Emergency Cooperation Among Turkic States
ALMATY – The Senate of Kazakhstan, the Parliament’s upper chamber, approved a law ratifying the agreement establishing the Civil Protection Mechanism of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), aimed at strengthening cooperation among member states in responding to natural disasters and emergencies, on March 11. The draft law was presented during a plenary session by…
Kazakh Diplomats Remain in Middle East to Assist Citizens, Foreign Ministry Says
ALMATY – Kazakh diplomats will continue their work in Middle Eastern countries despite the ongoing evacuation of citizens from the region, First Deputy Foreign Minister Yerzhan Ashikbayev said on the sidelines of a parliamentary session on March 11. According to Ashikbayev, while many citizens have been evacuated due to the escalating situation in the region,…
Climate Documentary Links Glacier Melt to Central Asia’s Water Future
ALMATY – A premiere screening of the Kazakh-Kyrgyz documentary “Alatau: Following the Disappearing Glaciers” took place on March 11 at the UN Plaza building in Almaty. The event brought together diplomats, scientists, government officials and environmental experts to discuss the growing impact of glacier loss in Central Asia. The screening was organized by the Turan…
Kazakh Boxer Nazym Kyzaibay Breaks Into Top-10 of Global Rankings
ALMATY – Captain of Kazakhstan’s women’s boxing team Nazym Kyzaibay has entered the top-10 pound-for-pound rankings of the world’s best female amateur boxers, according to the latest list published by BoxRec. In the updated ranking, Kyzaibay placed seventh overall, becoming the only representative of Kazakhstan in the top ten regardless of weight category. The current…
Turkic States Foreign Ministers Issue Joint Statement on Middle East After Istanbul Meeting
ALMATY – Foreign ministers of the member states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) issued a joint statement expressing concern over the escalation of violence in the Middle East following an informal meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers held in Istanbul on March 7. In the statement, the ministers voiced deep concern over…
Trans-Caspian Transport Route Cargo Volumes Increase Fivefold in Seven Years
ALMATY — Cargo transportation along the Trans‑Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) has grown fivefold over the past seven years, rising from 0.8 million tons to 4.5 million tons annually, strengthening its role as a key link in global logistics, reported the Kazakh Ministry of Transport on March 10. Annual cargo volumes have shown steady growth…
Spanish Fans Recreate Kazakh Steppe to Celebrate Dimash Qudaibergen’s Birthday
ALMATY – Fans of Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen gathered in northwestern Spain to film a tribute video celebrating the artist’s birthday, recreating elements of the Kazakh steppe along the Atlantic coast. The filming took place in the region of Val Miñor in the South of Galicia. Scenes featured galloping horses, falconry, and traditional yurts, reported…
Kazakh Figure Skater Mikhail Shaidorov Nominated for ISU Figure Skating Award
ALMATY – Kazakh figure skater Mikhail Shaidorov has been nominated for the International Skating Union (ISU) Figure Skating Awards, which recognize the most outstanding performances, creativity and achievements in the sport during the season. Shaidorov was shortlisted in the Best Costume category for his men’s free skating program, with the costume designed by Saken Zhaksybayev…
Kazakhstan Reports Caspian Sea Level Decline, Outlines 2050 Scenarios
ALMATY – The water level of the Caspian Sea along Kazakhstan’s coastline continues to decline, according to the country’s Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources, reported the Tengrinews agency on March 9. Officials said that between 2006 and 2025, the shoreline in some areas of Kazakhstan retreated by 30–35 kilometers, reflecting a steady drop in…
