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​U.S. State Secretary John Kerry expected in Kazakhstan

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry is expected to visit Kazakhstan this year, President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev said at a briefing on Wednesday on the results of his working trip to the United States. September 30 2015, 12:20 1 603 views

Culture

​How we are going to celebrate the City Day

According to the tradition Atyrau will celebrate the City Day at the beginning of October. The festive program is very rich and varied: September 30 2015, 11:31 10 802 views

World News

Three killed as clashes over mine projects turns violent in Peru

At least three people have been killed and several others injured in violent clashes between Peru's police forces and the farmers protesting a large copper mining project, which they say may lead to pollution in their lands. September 30 2015, 10:45 1 527 views

World News

Ukraine leader mocks Russia's call for anti-terrorism coalition

Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko on Tuesday derided Russia's call for the creation of an international antiterrorism coalition, saying the Russians inspire terrorism on their own doorstep and back bellicose puppet governments. September 30 2015, 10:40 1 435 views

World News

U.S. judge dismisses Sept. 11 victims' case against Saudi Arabia

A U.S. judge on Tuesday dismissed claims against Saudi Arabia by families of victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, who accused the country of providing material support to al Qaeda. September 30 2015, 10:32 1 448 views

Kazakhstan News

N.Nazarbayev met with B.Obama in New York

President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev has held a meeting with President of the United States Barack Obama, the press service of Akorda reported. September 30 2015, 10:27 2 467 views

Kazakhstan News

Irtysh River to be used for salvation of dying Aral Sea

Kazakhstan Ministry of Energy suggests using the Irtysh River to save the Aral Sea, one of the worst environmental disasters partly located in Kazakhstan. September 29 2015, 18:11 2 982 views

World News

US starts bombing Kunduz area after Taliban captures the city

US warplanes hit Taliban positions near the city of Kunduz, captured the day before by Taliban forces. Afghan government troops have launched a counterattack to retake the city. September 29 2015, 17:44 1 596 views

Culture

​550th anniversary of Kazakh khanate celebrated in Saraishyk

Celebration dedicated to the 550th anniversary of formation of the Kazakh khanate was held in Saraishyk village on the square next to the Mausoleum built in honour of seven khans that were buried here. State and public figures, scientists-turcologists from Russia, China, India and other countries, cultural figures and men of arts, foreign guests participated at the event. September 29 2015, 16:48 8 071 views

World News

Trump wants to lower taxes, except for very rich

Leading Republican White House hopeful Donald Trump said Monday he would eliminate taxes for millions of lower-income Americans, reduce middle class tax burdens and end beneficial deductions for the wealthy, AFP reports September 29 2015, 15:38 1 586 views

Kazakhstan News

​Kashagan will continue to develop - Ministry of Energy

Kazakhstan will continue to develop oil deposit Kashagan, First Deputy Minister of Energy of Kazakhstan Uzakbai Karabalin informed at the press conference held within the KAZENERGY Eurasian Forum. September 29 2015, 15:34 1 467 views

Economy

​KMG EP appoints new Chief Executive Officer

JSC "KMG EP" ("KMG EP" or the "Company") announces that Kurmangazy Iskaziev has been appointed General Director (CEO) of KMG EP by the Board of Directors. September 29 2015, 11:00 4 631 views

World News

Obama, Putin discuss Syria; essential difference over Assad remains

Russia and the United States agreed on Monday to look for a diplomatic end to the Syrian civil war but clashed over the central question of whether Syrian President Bashar al-Assad should retain power. September 29 2015, 10:31 1 548 views

Kazakhstan News

​Kazakhstan Wants to Move the UN to Asia

President Nazarbayev wants the UN to know he's full of ideas for modernizing the body. September 29 2015, 10:00 1 776 views

Kazakhstan News

​New chairman of National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan appointed

New President of the National Olympic Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan was elected during the 17th Congress of NOC. September 28 2015, 12:22 1 525 views

World News

Spain: Catalonia separatist coalition wins regional elections

Catalonia's pro-independence leader Artur Mas and his allies have won state elections. But the coalition has not won absolute majority, suggesting that many voters do not favor secession from Spain. September 28 2015, 12:14 1 694 views

Kazakhstan News

​KMG EP appoints new Chief Executive Officer

JSC "KMG EP" ("KMG EP" or the "Company") announces that Kurmangazy Iskaziev has been appointed General Director (CEO) of KMG EP by the Board of Directors. Mr Iskaziev previously held the position of CEO of JSC Embamunaigas (EMG), one of the core production assets of KMG EP. September 28 2015, 12:10 1 730 views

Economy

Worley Parsons downsizing its personnel

The editorial office has received the letter from employees of Worley Parsons Kazakhstan -oilfield services company, where they informed about downsizing of local staff. September 28 2015, 10:54 6 723 views

World News

Russia seizes initiative in Syria crisis; France bombs Islamic State

Russia appeared to seize the initiative in international efforts to end the conflict in Syria on Sunday as Washington scrambled to devise a new strategy for the war-ravaged country and France sent warplanes to bomb Islamic State targets. September 28 2015, 10:12 1 495 views

Kazakhstan News

​N. Nazarbayev met with heads of American companies with total amount of assets making USD 10 trln

President of Kazakhstan met with heads of American companies with the total amount of assets making USD 10 trln, Presidential Aide Dauren Abayev informed. September 28 2015, 10:00 1 598 views

World News

Iran declares 3-day national mourning over Mecca deaths

Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei declares three days of national mourning following the deaths of several hundred Hajj pilgrims, including at least 125 Iranian nationals, in the holy city of Mecca. September 25 2015, 13:44 1 598 views

Kazakhstan News

​Kazakhstan's oil dreams

Just a few years ago, Kazakhstan had ambitious plans to join the world top ten oil-producing countries. However, it seems that these plans are destined to remain unfulfilled. September 25 2015, 13:40 2 183 views

Kazakhstan News

Ukraine sends protest note to Kazakhstan over high school geography textbooks claiming Crimea belongs to Russia

Ukraine has sent a note of protest to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan regarding the Kazakh high school geography textbooks that identified Crimea as the subject of the Russian Federation, the Embassy of Ukraine said Friday. September 25 2015, 12:53 1 801 views

Sport

Atyrau vs Ordabasy: No room for error

FC Atyrau presents a promotional video of the upcoming meeting with FC Ordabasy (Shymkent)."Atyrau" football club will play with FC Ordabasy (Shymkent) in the 27th round of Premier League on Saturday, September 26th. According to the press service of FC Atyrau, the game will be played at "Munaishy" central stadium at 16:30 local time. Tickets will be sold. September 25 2015, 12:40 6 283 views

World News

Obama agrees to meet Putin after 'repeated requests'

US President Barack Obama appeared to pause a two-year effort to isolate Vladimir Putin Thursday, agreeing to what the White House said were "repeated requests" for a meeting.The Kremlin and White House said the two leaders will have their first formal meeting in two years on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly on Monday, although they gave differing views as to whether the talks will center around Syria or Ukraine. September 25 2015, 12:20 1 733 views