The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan marks the International Children’s Day with major events nationwide on June 1.   Photo credit: Zoteva/Shutterstock. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev congratulated the Kazakh people on this day. “Children are the future of Kazakhstan. Creating conditions for the harmonious development of children, protecting their rights, and safeguarding the health of young citizens are always top priorities for our country,” the President wrote on his Twitter. Each person can and should defend t ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The old tradition of board games revives with rising popularity among youth to play togyzkumalak (nine pellets) ahead of the fifth World Nomad Games in the Kazakh capital on Sept. 8 – 14. Togyzkumalak revives in popularity among youth. Photo credit: Aida Dosbergenova/The Astana Times. The traditional Kazakh board game togyzkumalak is also known as the “chess of the steppes” or the “algebra of the shepherds.” According to Kazakh legends, the game was invented by shepherds. Its name, which literally t ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. Editor’s Note: The Astana Times continues its series of articles, Exploring Kazakhstan, City by City, in the beautiful town of Kostanai. We are setting out to unveil the rich diversity of cities to bring you closer to the heart and soul of Kazakhstan. ASTANA—Kostanai is a small, green city in northern Kazakhstan. Its rich history is evident at every turn, perfectly matching with its modern aspirations. Nestled on the Tobol River, Kostanai is a must-visit on one’s Kazakhstan itinerary to embrace the full divers ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The National Bank of Kazakhstan revealed the new design of 10,000 tenge (US$22) banknotes that will enter circulation starting from June 28, reported the National Bank’s press service. Photo credit: NBK The banknotes will enter mass circulation in September, as additional time is required for delivery to all regions of the country and adaptation of equipment such as automated teller machines (ATMs), terminals and other cash equipment. Style of the banknote The new banknote’s design is based on eleme ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The Kazakh capital will host a competition among strength athletes in Triathlon Park on June 2 to qualify participants for the fifth World Nomad Games, scheduled for September, reported to the city administration’s press service. Photo credit: Astana administration The Tolagai tournament, held in honor of the Day of State Symbols to popularize the heroes of the Great Steppe and Kazakh ethno-games, invites athletes from the capital with significant strength to participate. Competitors will face five ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the importance of increasing Kazakhstan’s scientific potential to transition from a follower to a leader among countries, as he addressed the science community on May 31 in Almaty, reported Akorda. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addresses the scientific community. Photo credit: Akorda Tokayev highlighted ongoing efforts in this direction, mentioning the draft law on science and technology policy currently under consideration in Parliament. The Senate, the upper hous ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev addressed the development of environmental culture and the broad involvement of citizens, non-governmental organizations, and businesses in solving environmental problems at a meeting with ECO Network Founder Evgeny Mukhamedzhanov in Almaty on May 31, reported Akorda. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev meets Evgeny Mukhamedzhanov. Photo credit: Akorda Tokayev praised the ECO Network project initiated by Mukhamedzhanov, a famous environmentalist. The project has already been j ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – The Astana Times has selected articles from global media outlets covering Kazakhstan. This week’s foreign media digest covers Kazakhstan’s Constitutional Court, role of middle powers in resolving global challenges, and more. Charyn Canyon in the Almaty Region. Photo credit: visitalmaty Middle powers have the power to save multilateralism Euronews published an article on May 28, written by Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, about the middle powers’ role in tackling global challenges. The a ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – On May 31, Kazakhstan pays tribute and memory to the victims of political repression and famine of the last century, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev wrote on his X account. Photo credit: Adilbek Tauekelov/Kazpravda Tokayev wrote that Kazakhstan pays considerable attention to restoring historical justice for the innocent victims of repression and to a scrupulous and objective study of the dark pages of history. “Only by fully learning the terrible lessons of the past and preserving their memory will ..read more

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited the new international terminal of Almaty airport on May 31 during his working trip to the city, reported the Akorda press service. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev visited the new international terminal of Almaty airport. Photo credit: Akorda Almaty International Airport General Manager Alp Er Tunga Ersoy highlighted that the terminal was built in compliance with seismic and fire safety requirements and can withstand an earthquake of up to 10 magnitude. Th ..read more