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Kazakh capital Astana stands tall as the leading city of Eurasia Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana, celebrated its 26th anniversary on July 6, marking a significant milestone in the country's history and development. Recognized by UNESCO as the City of Peace in 1999, Astana has experienced rapid growth as a free econo...
10 Jul, 2024, 11.05 PM ISTBelarus admitted as the 10th member of SCO; Summit adopts document on counter-terrorism At the SCO Summit, Belarus was admitted as the 10th member. Leaders highlighted SCO's role in international relations and discussed initiatives like a youth digital forum. Kazakhstan's presidency saw 150 events and 60 new agreements, emphasizing SCO...
04 Jul, 2024, 04.01 PM ISTSCO fosters regional stability & multilateral coop: Kazakhstan The SCO Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, represents a significant event for over 3 billion people. Kazakhstan, as a founding member, prioritizes the SCO's development within its balanced foreign policy. Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko emphasiz...
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03 Jul, 2024, 01.38 PM ISTKazakhstan’s strategic investment plan aims to boost economic growth Kazakhstan, Central Asia’s largest state rich in resources, is actively seeking foreign investments and global brands. Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Kazakh Ministry of Foreign Affairs, outlined strategies to attra...
03 Jul, 2024, 10.43 AM ISTSCO Summit under Kazakh Presidency to adopt document on countering terror & extremism Get ready for the Kazakhstan-hosted SCO summit addressing terrorism and drug strategy, with initiatives like the SCO Investment Fund and participation from UN Secretary General António Guterres. The summit aims to boost regional security, economic d...
02 Jul, 2024, 09.35 PM ISTUS lauds human rights records in Kazakhstan Assistant to the President of Kazakhstan for International Affairs Erzhan Kazykhan and U.S. Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya co-chaired the third annual High-Level Dialogue on Human Rights and Dem...
21 May, 2024, 02.44 PM ISTIndian investors have reason to cheer with Kazakhstan initiating major economic reforms Indian private investors are looking for a liberalized economic environment with fair competition in the Central Asian region. Kazakhstan being the biggest and modern economy in the region provides a platform to expand business. Kazakhstan is India’...
12 May, 2024, 07.34 AM ISTKazakhstan gives momentum to preparation for SCO Summit in July; security co-op key item on agenda Kazakhstan is chairing the organization in 2024. During the talks, the sides discussed Kazakhstan’s chairmanship and preparations for the SCO summit, which will take place in the Kazakh capital in July. Indian leadership is expected to attend the Su...
09 Apr, 2024, 09.49 AM ISTKazakhstan calls for strong counter-terror measures following Moscow region attack Tokayev emphasized that terrorism in any form cannot be justified and urged all United Nations member states to unite in unanimous opposition against such acts of violence targeting innocent civilians. He extended heartfelt condolences to President ...
26 Mar, 2024, 10.33 AM ISTChina pips Russia to emerge as principal trading partner of Kazakhstan China primarily exports processed products to Kazakhstan, with clothing, bed linen, and blankets. In the past year, China has significantly increased its supply of these products, both in terms of value and volume. The presence of Chinese automakers...
10 Dec, 2023, 07.54 PM ISTKazakhstan buys ArcelorMittal subsidiary after fatal accident Kazakhstan said Friday that it had bought the local subsidiary of steel giant ArcelorMittal after a series of fatal accidents in the country's mines. On Friday the government said it had bought the ArcelorMittal subsidiary in a deal "worth $286 mill...
08 Dec, 2023, 01.26 PM ISTOil prices rise after storm disrupts Kazakh, Russian exports Brent crude futures gained 33 cents, or 0.4%, at $82.01 a barrel at 0127 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures climbed 45 cents, or 0.6%, to $76.86 a barrel.
29 Nov, 2023, 07.45 AM ISTKazakhstan says close to taking over ArcelorMittal unit Kazakhstan's government plans to take over ArcelorMittal's local unit by the end of November and has no plans to resell it to foreign investors afterwards, Kazakh Industry Minister Kanat Sharlapayev said. The government would not spend money from th...
31 Oct, 2023, 12.55 PM ISTDeath toll rises to 42 in ArcelorMittal Kazakh mine fire "The search operation is hampered by the presence of destroyed mining equipment, as well as rubble in some places", the ministry said in a statement.
29 Oct, 2023, 03.30 PM ISTIndia, Kazakhstan to conduct 13-day military exercise to boost anti-terror cooperation India and Kazakhstan will begin on Monday a 13-day mega wargame in the Kazakh military base of Otar. The Indian contingent comprising 120 personnel from the Army and the Indian Air Force left for Kazakhstan on Sunday to participate in the seventh ed...
29 Oct, 2023, 02.10 PM ISTKazakhstan hosts Congress of global religious leaders amid expanding conflicts The Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions has approved a development concept for the next ten years, with a focus on spiritual diplomacy. The congress aims to strengthen and promote interreligious dialogue and cooperation, and to un...
13 Oct, 2023, 11.02 AM ISTKazakhstan won't help Russia evade sanctions, president tells Germany Kazakh President Tokayev on Thursday said Kazakhstan continued to call for talks between Russia and Ukraine on ending the war, now in its 20th month, and that it had no concerns about Moscow threatening its own territorial integrity.
28 Sep, 2023, 05.55 PM ISTKazakhstan has undertaken large-scale political transformations in last 18 months: Kazakh envoy Kazakhstan continues to experience positive economic growth despite a complex geopolitical landscape. The country attracted a record-breaking $28 billion in foreign direct investment last year, with foreign trade turnover reaching $136 billion. Pres...
28 Sep, 2023, 09.54 AM ISTKazakh President aim to join INSTC to make country Eurasian transit hub President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, has outlined ambitious plans for economic reforms in a recent address. The plans include establishing Kazakhstan as a major transit hub in Eurasia and focusing on key routes such as the Trans-Caspian a...
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