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30 storiesNewest publisher update · 2026-10-30 15:00 UTC
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News Digest: Foreign Media on Kazakhstan’s US Air Links, AI Investment and Infrastructure Plans

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 explores United Airlines’ interest in potential flights to Kazakhstan, Nvidia’s engagement with the country’s artificial intelligence sector, the origins of the apple, plans for large-scale infrastructure investment, and prospects for closer ties between Kazakhstan and the United States

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2026-10-30 15:00 UTCastanatimes.com
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Halyk Bank to Tap Global Startup Network to Develop AI Solutions 

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s Halyk Bank and international innovation platform Plug and Play have announced plans to establish a joint artificial intelligence (AI) competence center in Almaty to develop digital services, strengthen cybersecurity and introduce technologies from the global startup ecosystem. The partnership is expected to create opportunities for Kazakh startups to connect with international technology m

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2026-10-30 13:49 UTCastanatimes.com
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Weekend Picks: Welcoming November With Music and More

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Unwind this weekend after a busy work week by visiting engaging exhibitions and sporting events. The Astana Times editorial team has curated a special list of events perfect for enjoying with friends and family. Photo credit: istock Astana Thomas Anders concert, Oct. 31 Fans of the legendary pop group Modern Talking can enjoy an evening of familiar hits performed by its vocalist Thomas Anders. The con

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2026-10-30 12:47 UTCastanatimes.com
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Kazakhstan to Begin Electronic Entry Checks Nov. 1, Make QazETA Mandatory in 2027

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan will begin checking electronic travel authorizations for visa-free foreign at five border crossings on Nov. 1, the first step in a nationwide rollout that will make the permits mandatory in July 2027. The first phase will cover the Aktau International Airport in the Mangystau Region and four road border crossings: Urlyutobe in the Pavlodar Region, Aukhatty in the Zhambyl Region, Atameken in

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2026-10-30 12:14 UTCastanatimes.com
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Kazakhstan Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Tokayev Says During OTS Summit

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Escalating tensions in the Middle East could threaten global trade and transport links, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said, speaking at the 13th OTS summit in Ankara. Photo credit: Akorda. Tokayev said the deteriorating geopolitical situation, particularly tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, was negatively affecting global trade, economic ties and transport and logistics chains, includ

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2026-10-30 11:33 UTCastanatimes.com
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Air Astana, China Southern Sign Strategic Partnership to Improve Flight Connectivity

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Air Astana and China Southern Airlines signed a strategic partnership agreement on Oct. 30 to coordinate flight schedules, improve connections and expand travel options between Kazakhstan and China, building on their existing codeshare arrangement. Air Astana Vice President for Partnerships and Alliances Richard Ledger (left) and China Southern Airlines representative Wang Zhen sign the strategic partn

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2026-10-30 11:18 UTCastanatimes.com
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IATA Survey: Entry Rules Deter 43% of Travelers as AI, Biometrics Gain Ground

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Immigration requirements discouraged 43% of surveyed air passengers from visiting a destination, up from 33% in 2025, even as travelers increasingly embrace artificial intelligence and biometric technology to simplify their journeys, according to a new survey by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Photo credit: Shutterstock The 2026 Global Passenger Survey, based on more than 10,000 re

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2026-10-30 10:48 UTCastanatimes.com
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Tokayev Highlights Trade Growth, Backs Stronger Cooperation Among Turkic States 

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called for stronger economic integration, expanded transport connectivity and deeper digital cooperation among Turkic states at the 13th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) in Ankara on Oct. 30. From L to R: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Photo credit: Akorda. Speaking at the summit, Tokayev described the OTS

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2026-10-30 10:25 UTCastanatimes.com
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Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan Discuss Boosting Trade to $3 Billion at Intergovernmental Council Meeting in Bishkek

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan have discussed expanding bilateral trade, agricultural cooperation and transport connectivity at the 14th meeting of the Kazakhstan-Kyrgyzstan Intergovernmental Council in Bishkek on Oct. 30, reaffirming their goal of increasing bilateral trade to $3 billion. From L to R: Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and Kyrgyz Cabinet of Ministers Chairman and Presidential Administra

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2026-10-30 10:00 UTCastanatimes.com
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Kazakhstan Attracts 93% of EAEU Greenfield Investment Value in 2025, UNCTAD Says

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan accounted for nearly 93% of the Eurasian Economic Union’s (EAEU) announced greenfield investment project value in 2025, with projects worth around $24 billion, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Photo credit: UNCTAD. UNCTAD presented the findings in its Eurasian Economic Union Investment Report 2026, published on Oct. 25 at the World Investment For

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2026-10-30 09:26 UTCastanatimes.com
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Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan Seek to Expand Trade and Regional Cooperation at Bishkek Forum

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding trade, transport links and investment cooperation at the second Forum of Interregional Cooperation in Bishkek, as the two countries seek to increase bilateral trade to $3 billion. Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov spoke at the forum in Bishkek, reaffirming commitment to expanding trade, transport links and investment cooperatio

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2026-10-30 08:59 UTCastanatimes.com
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Air Astana Launches First Flight With High-Speed Satellite Internet in Kazakhstan

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Air Astana operated Kazakhstan’s first flight equipped with high-speed satellite internet on Oct. 29, connecting Almaty and Tashkent, the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development reported. Photo credit: Air Astana. The Wi-Fi system was installed on an Airbus A321LR aircraft registered as EI-KGB. The project is being implemented in cooperation with SES, an international satellite com

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2026-10-30 07:23 UTCastanatimes.com
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Turkic Leaders Open Avenue in Ankara Celebrating Common History and Traditions

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev joined leaders of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) member states to open the Avenue of the Turkic World in Ankara on Oct. 29, ahead of the organization’s 13th summit. From L to R: Emine Erdoğan, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Pjoto credit: Akorda. The opening ceremony featured national pavilions representing Türkiye, Azer

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2026-10-30 05:59 UTCastanatimes.com
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Kazakhstan’s GDP Is Growing, but Is Its Economy Transforming? 

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan should think like a small, open economy and look to California’s transformation beyond oil, rather than relying on higher commodity prices and government spending to sustain economic growth, former World Bank chief economist Indermit Gill told The Astana Times on Oct. 29. Economist Indermit Gill speaks at the EFSD International Economic Conference. Photo credit: EFSD Gill, who, alongside ec

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2026-10-29 13:41 UTCastanatimes.com
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Tokayev’s Wage, Digital Economy Reforms Must Protect Workers’ Rights, Expert Says

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s plans to raise the minimum wage and expand digital employment should be accompanied by stronger labor protections, safeguards against algorithmic decision-making and fairer access to social assistance, said Dr. Muslim Khassenov, associate professor at Astana-based Maqsut Narikbayev University, in response to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s Oct. 28 state-of-the-nation address. Muslim Khas

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2026-10-29 12:37 UTCastanatimes.com