ForMin Visits Washington, Brussels to Strengthen Dialogue with US, Europe

Yerzhan Kazykhanov meets Hillary Clinton and Catherine Ashton

Kazakhstan and Belgium, Competitors for EXPO 2017, Meet in Paris

Astana will show its detailed EXPO presentation in June 2012, decision in Nov. 2012

Transport and Comms Ministry Reviews Work Done, Future Prospects

“Western China – Western Europe” road corridor is a top priority

Unemployment Down to 5.4 % As New Jobs and Training Are Provided

Ministry of Labour and Social Protection holds an expanded meeting

New Minister of Culture and Information Presents Results, Priorities

New priorities include two new TV channels: Bilim and News 24

President Says Socio-Economic Modernisation Is Next Main Vector of Development

Nursultan Nazarbayev delivers his State-of-the-Nation Address

Prosecution Presents Zhanaozen Riot Probe Results

Government Commission Continues Its Work

SES Will Bring Positive Effects for Kazakhstan, Think Tank Says

Benefits from integration within Eurasian economic space are estimated at US$ 106 billion

Kazakh Youngsters Present Innovative Ideas at Nationwide Competition

Samruk-Kazyna announces winners of the “Innovative Kazakhstan” contest

Kazakhstan’s Multiparty Parliament Opens its First Session

The Majilis confirms Massimov as PM

Internet Users in Kazakhstan Drive the Digital Expansion

E-government, e-services, social media, and blogging facilitate interaction and business

Barys Hammers Atlant 6:1

Home victory moves Astana’s team to fourth place in KHL Eastern Conference

Hot Springs Bring Health and Investments

Thermal springs scattered across the Uyghur district of south-east Kazakhstan are famous for their healing qualities

Almost All Kazakhs Think the Country Moves in the Right Direction

Institute for Democracy’s poll shows 97% Kazakhs approve of the country’s development line

President Says Zhanaozen to Vote in Parliamentary Elections

Nazarbayev objects to CC’s decision to cancel elections in unrest-hit town

Gov’t Commission Chair Reports Immediate Mission in Zhanaozen Is Complete

The government will allocate another 2.8 billion to relief the town

Labour Code Amendments to Help Prevent Industrial Disputes

The government drafts legislation to address legal rights of working people

Research and Training Indispensible for National Medicine, NMH Chief Says

Introduction of new surgeries, air ambulance services saves lives in Kazakhstan

Gov’t Plans to Invite Int’l Experts to Zhanaozen

Prosecution Initiates Cases against Police for Use of Deadly Force

CNPC- Aktobemunaigas: Delivering Growth and Benefiting the Community

An oil and gas operator views sustainability and social responsibility as priorities

Parliament Adopts New Broadcast Law

A new law envisions digital TV across the country by 2015

Rukhaniyat Party Disqualified from Running for Majilis

CEC nixes party registration as Prosecutor General finds it violated election law

Parliamentary Election Campaign Coverage

President Announces Positive Economic Results, Calls for Unity, Hard Work

Nazarbayev chairs a year-end meeting in Astana

President Keeps Restoration, Investigation in Zhanaozen under Personal Control

Head of state announces major personnel decisions on a visit to Aktau, Zhanaozen

New Law to Support Further Development of NGOs

President signs amendments to the law on public social contracts

Systematic State – Civil Society Partnership Needs to Continue

Over 35,000 non-commercial organisations successfully operate in the country

Deer Antler Medical Treatment Gets More Popular

Eastern Kazakhstan becomes a magnet for “health tourists”

Parliamentary Election Campaign Coverage

CIS States Review 20 Years of Cooperation, Discuss Eurasian Integration

President Nazarbayev attends CIS Summit, CSTO, EurAsEC meetings in Moscow

Zhanaozen Returns to Normal after Violent Clashes

A three-week state of emergency is declared in an oil town in south-western Kazakhstan

Business Tycoon Produces Film Tributes to a Heroic Past

A successful businessman from Uralsk takes seriously his social responsibilities

Healing Waters Flow in a Pine Forest Resort

Resort’s ski lodge offers a wide choice of rental skis, skates, sledges and other equipment for winter sports

Parliamentary Election Campaign Coverage

Kazakhstan Aims for Fair Elections, Wide Participation of Int’l Observers

CEC Chairman briefs foreign diplomats in Astana, explains rules, procedures

Parliamentary Election Campaign Coverage

Kazakhstan Continues Efforts to Improve Access for Disabled and Elderly

Almaty’s NGO launches the Accessibility Map of Kazakhstan Project

Environmental NGO Inspires Teens with Ecological Message

EcoObraz, an NGO fostering environmental education and protection

11-Year-Old from Almaty Becomes World Chess Champ, for Fourth Time

Team Kazakhstan finishes second at the Chess Championship in Brazil

Kazakh PM Calls for Strengthening Economic Ties amongst SCO Members

Massimov attends the 10th SCO Heads of Government Council in St. Petersburg

Kazakh Weightlifter Zulfiya Chinshanlo Sets New World Record

Kazakhstan seeks more London 2012 Olympic slots in weightlifting

Kazakhstan’s Sovereign Credit Rating Upgraded Higher in Investment Grade

Kazakhstan’s economy to grow around 6% until 2014, S&P forecast says

Kazakh-Language Wikipedia Tops 100,000 Articles, Plans 200,000 by Yearend

Kazakh Government pledges support for the WikiBilim’s projects

Kazakhstan Calls for Stabilisation in Afghanistan through Diplomacy and Development

Foreign Minister Kazykhanov participates in the Istanbul Conference on Afghanistan

Aid Programme Helps Afghan Students Study in Kazakhstan

Over 1,000 Afghan students will receive Kazakh university degrees in medicine and teaching.

Kazakh Test Site Closure Reminds of Need to Ratify CTBT, US Official Says

US assistant secretary of state also visited the former test site in October

Kazakhstan Shows High Human Development, Moves Up One Point in UN Ranking

The country ranks 68th in the UNDP global development rating for 2011

Kazakhstan and Vietnam Pledge to Boost Ties

President Nazarbayev makes his first official visit to Vietnam

Kazakhstan’s Fertility Programme to Help Families Conceive Children

Specialists Discuss Infertile Families Treatment in Astana

Almaty Hosts Fourth Annual National Media Kuryltay 2011

The event discussed present and future challenges of the media industry

Transcending Geographical and Political Frontiers in Education

Kazakhstan continues integration into the world educational space

Kazakhstan-UN Cooperation Set to Expand

Kazakhstan proposes Almaty as a hub for multilateral diplomacy

Mining Industry to Continue as Kazakh Economy’s Pillar

Mining and metallurgy constitute 12% of the national GDP

Kazakhstan Works to Attract Investors beyond Extractive Industries

National Investment Attraction Plan is slated to come into force by the end of 2011

Guidelines for Visiting Hunters

Hunting Hotspots around Astana

Kazakhstan Hosts 1^st Summit of Turkic Council

Almaty Declaration charts way forward for cooperation of Turkic-speaking countries

Aliyev’s Visit Leads to Expanded Economic, Political Ties

Nazarbayev calls Azerbaijan “key economic and strategic partner in Caucasus”

CIS Countries Sign a New Free Trade Zone Treaty

Customs Union gives a nod to Kyrgyzstan’s accession

Kazakhstan Ranks 47th in WB Doing Business 2012 Report, Climbs 11 Spots

The country enters top 10 world economies for protecting investors

Kazakhstan Business Forum 2011 Kicks off in London

Innovative projects, impact of integration on the competitiveness are on agenda

Int’l Forum for a Nuclear-Weapon-Free World Becomes a Valuable Step Towards a Safer World

The event was timed to mark the twentieth anniversary of closing the Semipalatinsk test site

President Nazarbayev Signs a New Bill On Religions into Law

Kazakhstan passes a new bill to fight extremism and curb the influence of radical sects

Dinmukhamed Konayev’s Centennial to Be Marked Nationwide

Kazakhstan commemorates the outstanding statesman, his political career and legacy

Beatles Reunite on Kazakh Peak

Almaty hosts an annual Beatlemaniacs festival

Kazakhs Want to Join Venice Commission as SG of Council of Europe Visits

Thorbjorn Jagland discusses CE – Kazakhstan cooperation with Kazakh leadership

Tehran, Astana Mull Expanding Economic Ties as Kazakh FM Visits Iran

Yerzhan Kazykhanov holds useful talks with Ahmadinejad, Larijani, Salehi

Children of Kazakhstan Outline Vision of Nuclear-Weapons-Free World

Six young winners of nationwide contest of essays, painting handed iPads

Biking for Peace around Kazakhstan

Participant tells her story of Semey–Astana cycling tour on August 6-29

Lithuanian President Dalia Grybauskaite Pays Eventful Visit to Kazakhstan

Business council, train project to strengthen Kazakh-Lithuanian economic ties

NTI Honours Nazarbayev for Contribution to Reducing Nuclear Threats

10th anniversary of NTI shows it has come of age and makes a difference

Kazakhstan Succeeds in Boosting Small, Medium Businesses

Damu Entrepreneurship Development Fund implements govt’s program in the area

Sairam: An Ancient Town Where Time Stands Charmingly Still

One of South Kazakhstan’s most interesting cities has a vibrant Uzbek community

Medvedev, Nazarbayev Discuss Ways to Enhance Cross Border Coordination

Kazakhstan-Russia interregional cooperation forum takes place in Astrakhan

Human Rights Report 2010 Presented in Astana

Presidential commission for human rights prepares report, issues recommendations

Digital Communications Kazakhstan 2011 Exhibition Conference in Astana

Prime Minister, senior officials, captains of industry attend three-day forum

Expo 2017: Global Showcase for Culture, Technology, Arts

Representatives from Kazakhstan, Belgium gather at a friendly meeting in Paris

Pakistan, Kazakhstan Seek to Expand Ties in Trade, Industry, Agriculture

Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Reza Gilani paid two-day official visit to Astana

Astana, Beijing Continue on Road of Strategic Partnership

Kazakh Foreign Minister Yerzhan Kazykhanov pays his first official visit to China

Priorities of OSCE Forum for Security Cooperation Chairmanship Presented

Minister of Defence Adilbek Dzhaksybekov addresses Forum in Vienna

President Calls for Constructive Cooperation between Parliament, Executive

Nursultan Nazarbayev addresses legislators on new session’s opening day

Grand Military Parade in Astana Marks Kazakhstan’s Constitution Day

August 30 parade demonstrates nation’s strength, independence and unity

Kazakhstan, World Marked International Day against Nuclear Tests

Semey, Astana, The Hague, Geneva host major commemorative events on the day

Kazakhstan Begins Chairmanship of OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation

Nation’s diplomats continue work on strengthening OSCE after 2010 chairmanship

Lee Myung-bak’s Visit Expands Kazakh-South Korean Cooperation

Astana, Seoul agree to support Korean investments in power, chemical industry

Nation Set for Marking 20th Anniversary of Closing Semipalatinsk Test Site

On 29 Aug 1991 President Nazarbayev signed decree to shut down the facility

Government Announces First Companies to Go for People’s IPO in 2012

Shares of nat’l operators of electricity grid, oil pipelines, flagship carrier to float

Arms that Changed the Course of History: Politician’s Unique Collection

Erlan Karin’s set of artifacts demonstrates Kazakhs’ warfare science

Senate Elections Fill One Third of Seats in Parliament’s Upper House

Members of local councils voted to select their regions’ representatives in Astana

Kazakh OIC Presidency Contributes to Establishing Relief Fund for Somalia

OIC’s emergency meeting in Istanbul appeals to gather at least US$ 350 million

Restoration of Unique Ecosystems Requires Nontrivial Solutions

International Fund for Aral Sea’s Chair speaks on prospects of reservoir’s revival

Huge New Central Mosque to Become Capital Landmark

Prayer-house capable of hosting 5,000 believers, to be completed by Dec 2011

CSTO Member States Leaders Gather Informally in Astana

Presidents of six states exchange views of collective security in Eurasia

Steppe Eagle 2011 Military Drills Kick Off in South-East Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan’s peace-keeping units enhance their operability with NATO colleagues

Islamic Finance Will Grow in Kazakhstan

Senior adviser to gov’t and chair of Islamic finance association argues his case

Samrukia: Kazakh Myth Gives Name to Dynosaur-Era Bird Found Near Aral

Fossils of giant bird found back in 1970s brought the latest discovery in science

One More Giant Step for Kazakhstan as KazSat-2 Satellite Placed Into Orbit

Satellite lifts Kazakhstan’s hopes for faster Internet, cheaper cell phone tariffs

Kazykhanov’s European Trip Boosts Ties with Brussels, London and Berlin

FM’s meetings with counterparts confirm mutual interest in stronger ties

People’s IPO to Promote Local Stock Market Growth, Help Spread Wealth

Massimov says more education needed in 2011, so IPOs could be launched in 2012

Water Shortage Primarily Management Problem, Agriculture Ministry Says

Officials, experts discuss ways to improve water supplies through cooperation

Mangystau Ranks First in Socioeconomic Development among All Regions

Oil-rich region in the country’s west works to improve lives of the locals

PM Urges Prompt Gov’t Action to Help Businesses Catch up with Integration

Massimov visits Russia, meets colleagues from Customs Union, eminent scholars

Kazakhmys’ Succefful Hong Kong Listing, the First of Many to Come?

Major copper producer diversifies its int’l stock options, adding HKSE to LSE

Kazakh Chemical Industry Develops at a Stable Pace

Potential for expansion of production and exports is considerable

New Healthcare Programme Calls on Doctors, Patients, Gov’t to Collaborate

Officials outline steps to cover rural communities, stimulate better medical services

Mining & Metallurgy Congress Expands Kazakhstan’s Int’l Ties in the Field

Event draws more than 1,300 participants from 25 countries

Teamwork Achieved at Shygys-2011 Kazakh-Russian Military Exercise

Officials content with results of the 10-day drill

Kazakhstan’s Diplomacy: Nineteen Years in Service of National Interests

On July 2 the country’s diplomats review their accomplishments, look into future

Fuad Siniora Says Lebanon Is a Message

Lebanese statesman shared views on Kazakhstan, its Arab relations

Astana Has “Unique Energy and Character”, Lord Foster Says

Famed British architect shares views on Kazakh capital he has helped build

Spanish Premier Zapatero Looks Forward to Closer Ties with Kazakhstan

In interview with Astana Calling, politician speaks of his background, views

Serbia Opens Embassy in Astana, Economic Ties with Poland Strengthen

Central, South-Eastern Europe in Focus of Kazakh Diplomacy This Week

Cooperation with ISESCO Benefits Kazakh Education, Science, Culture

Kazakhstan seeks to advance ties with ISESCO during its presidency in OIC CFM

Internet Development in Central Asia in Focus of OSCE-Supported Forum

Gov’t officials join experts, Internet activists, diplomats in a debate in Almaty

Plans to Build Reactors Transparent, Nuclear Energy Committee Chief Says

Public should take a closer, more competent look at nuclear industry’s prospects

“Islamic Davos” in Astana Produces Valuable Initiatives, Practical Deals

Nazarbayev addresses Ummah on social progress, meets fellow Islamic leaders

Kazakh Gov’t Wants Almaty as International Diplomacy Hub, Mulls KazAid

Foreign Minister Kazykhanov shares plans with UN officials in the country

Improving Combat Capability, Personnel in Focus, Defence Minister Says

Minister Dzhaksybekov talks of development of defence industry, Air Force, Navy

Hollywood Welcomes Screening of Kazakh Cinematographic Cream

Kazakhstan Will Support Ethnic Kazakhs Worldwide, Nazarbayev Says

Hundreds of ethnic Kazakhs from 35 countries gather in Astana for Kuryltai

Kazykhanov Says Four Kazakh Officers in Kabul to Help Stabilization Effort

Kazakh Foreign Minister says “there is no military solution” to Afghan conflict

Tokayev Says Ready to Help UN Conference on Disarmament Move Forward

New UN Deputy SG wants conference to succeed, delegations note Kazakh input

Germany Interested in Participating in Kazakh Industrialisation Programme

Deputy PM Asset Issekeshev visits Germany, talks to senior officials, industrialists

World Islamic Economic Forum to Gather Leaders, Business, Experts, Youth

Forum organizers highlight major preparations ahead of ‘Islamic Davos’ in Astana

Foreign Investors Should Back Kazakhstan’s Modernisation – Nazarbayev

President talks to Foreign Investors Council members on its 24^th session in Astana

Kazakhstan and UNDP, Dynamic Cooperation Strengthens Further

UNDP Administrator Helen Clark visits Astana, talks to President, senior officials

Almaty’s Development Must Boost, Nazarbayev Urges Gov’t, Citizens

President chairs a special meeting in Kazakhstan’s largest city, economic centre

Kazakhstan Human Rights Commission Highlights Improvements in the Field

Progress cited in minorities’ rights, problems remain in law enforcement activities

ADB Provides Financing to Support Kazakhstan’s SMEs

Gov’t, banks expand ties with ADB, Astana to host ADB annual meeting in 2014

New Savings System to Help Poorer Citizens in Securing Higher Educaton

Gov’t introduces educational savings to benefit socially vulnerable groups

Kazakhstan Celebrates Victory Day in World War II

Nation contributed enormously to anti-Nazi war efforts

ESCAP to Open Subregional Office in Almaty as Ties with Kazakhstan Solidify

Commission’s Executive Secretary visits Astana, meets Massimov, Kazykhanov

AEF Produces Advice for G20 on How to Reform Monetary System

Forum draws 5,000 people from 80 countries, including seven Nobel laureates

Couple Carries Love through War… and 65 Years

A remarkable story of separation, censorship, hope and love

At Astana Economic Forum, Nazarbayev Proposes Pact on Global Regulation

President addresses an audience of 3,000 leading economists, businesspeople

Kelimbetov Says Kazakh Economy Sustains Decent Growth in 2011

New minister of economic development and trade reports on outcomes of Q1

New Programme of Post-Crisis Recovery Discussed by Officials, Businesses

Samruk-Kazyna, National Bank, Atameken debate post-crisis support measures

Kazakhstan Celebrates National Unity Day in a New Way

Demonstrations take place on May 1, in addition to concerts

Parliamentarians Work to Promote Closer Cooperation of Turkophone States

Astana hosts 2nd session of Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic-Speaking Countries

In Run-up to Astana Summit, SCO Reviews Defence & Security Cooperation

Security Council secretaries complete week of meetings of security, defence chiefs

OIC Session Reviews Preparations for Foreign Ministers Council in Astana

Deputy Foreign Minister Kairat Umarov visits OIC HQ and Saudi Arabia

Kazakh Gov’t, UN, NGOs Review Implementation of Civil, Political Rights

UN human rights recommendations reviewed at a roundtable in Astana

Friendly Ties to Expand as Astana Readies to Host India’s Prime Minister

Manmohan Singh has arrived to Astana for wide-ranging talks on April 16

Kazakh Economy Registers 6.5 Percent Growth in First Quarter of 2011

Agency for Statistics announces the data, complemented by positive indicators

Government, Local Authorities Work Hard to Fend Off Floods in West, East

The natural disaster has claimed no lives but is seriously damaging infrastructure

Kazakh Independent Movie Succeeds at Gatchina Festival, Showing Director’s Potential

Modern adaptation of Leo Tolstoy’s story set in Kazakh village reaches hearts of Russian viewers

In reshuffle, Kazykhanov Becomes New Kazakhstan’s Foreign Minister

Saudabayev, who oversaw Astana’s OSCE chairmanship, made Secretary of State

Kazakhstan and World Mark 50 Years since First Manned Flight into Space

Gagarin’s historic lift off from Baikonur helped make Kazakhstan a space nation

Deputy FM Zhigalov: We Need New Basic Agreement with European Union

EU–Central Asia Ministerial in Tashkent highlights relevant issues in relations

Talks on Free Trade between Customs Union and EFTA Continue in Almaty

Opportunities offered by such a free trade zone could be wide-ranging

Second Minex Central Asia Forum Reviews Development of Mining Sector

Kazatomprom, Purolite agree on launching joint production in Kazakhstan

Nation Set for Presidential Election on Sunday April 3

More than 9 million Kazakhs registered to vote in 4th presidential election in history

Gov’t Tackles Double Challenge of Inflation Pressure, Appreciating Tenge

Analysts review factors behind higher than expected increase in prices

Ministry of Justice Continues Its Work on Improving Protection of Copyright

Workshop reviews progress made, specifics of Single Economic Space highlighted

Officials, Academics Highlight Expectations from Kazakh Presidency of OIC

Another conference in Almaty reviews preparations for chairmanship of CFM OIC