Astana welcomes killing of Osama bin Laden
Kazakhstan considers that the information on the successful killing of Osama bin Laden has dealt a serious blow to the international terrorism.
KazMunaiGas to purchase Helios chain of gas stations
According to a source at the Pavlodar oil refinery, almost everything is ready for the forthcoming deal.
Kazakhstan can make a substantial contribution to global food security: Dr Jacques Diouf, Director-General UNFAO
Thanks to its resources, the nation has a vast potential in boosting its agricultural produce. This could bring Kazakhstan’s contribution to global food security to a higher level: Dr Jacques Diouf.
EMSC made seismic activity map of Almaty region
Experts of European-Mediterranean Seismological Center made a map of earth shocks registered in Almaty area.
5 tons of sulphuric acid spilled near Kyzylorda
5 tons of sulphuric acid spilled close to Yenbekshi village of Kyzylorda oblast.
Kazakhstan has learned from Middle East and North Africa: PM Massimov
We have put in place a special program for the young… this program seeks to create opportunities, rather than just ensure income sharing: PM Massimov.
Nazarbayev pledges 180,000 tons of meat exports by 2020
Consequences of food crises are social tensions and political upheavals throughout the world (…) it is of paramount importance to ensure food security at regional and global levels. Inter-state cooperation and concerted actions are needed: President Nazarbayev.
Industrial powers conserve poverty in “banana republics”: N. Nazarbayev
All the developed nations used to protect their processing industries, regarding them as “fledging industries” (…) Now the IMF, the World Bank and the WTO demand liberalization and free trade: President Nazarbayev.
Kazakhstan to reach GDP per capita of $15 000 by 2016: President Nazarbayev
According to him, as compared to 1994 the national economy has grown 13 times: from GDP per capita of $700 to $10000.
Nazarbayev talks of “unprecedented measures” at the currency markets
President stressed that ultimately all economies of the world will embrace the idea of supra-national payment unit and of a brand new global currency.
Russia opening up its markets for Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan’s businessmen can rely on Russian Government’s support when opening a JV in the Russian territory: Sergei Parshnikov, Head of the S&MBs; Development Department of the Ministry for Industry and Trade for Novosibirsk oblast.
IV Economic Forum opened in Astana
The two-day forum will include 18 events in three major directions: global economics and finance, business and investment, society and sustainable development.
Islamic Infrastructure Fund aquired 13% in CAEPCO
Islamic Infrastructure Fund (IIF) has signed an agreement on investments with JSC Central Asian Electric Power Corporation (CAEC).
Kazakhstan may export camels to the UAE
The population of camels in Kazakhstan stands at 135 000. Last year, camel milk production output totaled 10 000 tons.
Kazakhstan planning to toughen fines for violation of intellectual property rights
The new draft administrative offense code seeks to toughen respective fines since the current penalties cannot deter piracy: Sholpan Abdreeva, Head of the Committee for Intellectual Property Rights under the Ministry of Justice.
10 sensible earthquakes struck Almaty in the past day
Director of Kazakh Institute of Seismology said that seismic activity is fading and there is no threat of a destructive earthquake.
Kazakhstan ratifies Patent Law Treaty
The Patent Law Treaty (PLT) is a patent law multilateral treaty concluded on 1 June 2000 in Geneva, Switzerland.
Nazarbayev and Obama discussed nuclear security and nonproliferation
Nursultan Nazarbayev and Barack Obama discussed nonproliferation and further steps to enhance partnership.
PM Massimov conducts sitting of organizing committee for EBRD annual meeting in Astana
It is the 1st time Astana will be hosting EBRD annual meeting. Today the Organizing Committee has gathered: PM Massimov.