A close neighbor is more valued than a distant relative: PM Massimov on China
According to him, against the backdrop of global economic uncertainty our nations should unleash the potential of their friendship to have large-scaled tasks accomplished to the benefit of their people.
Astana and Beijin sign agreements worth $14 billion
In Astana, Kazakhstan’s capital city, the country’s PM Karim Massimov met Chinese Premier Li Keqiang.
EU, US confirm new Iran nuclear talks on Dec 17
The EU and the US confirmed that extended nuclear talks between with Iran will resume on December 17 in Geneva.
China's Xi says Nanjing Massacre undeniable on 77th anniversary
President Xi Jinping said that no one can deny the Nanjing Massacre, as China for the first time held a national day of remembrance for the Japanese military rampage.
'Important' for athletes to speak out: Obama
US President said it can be beneficial for high-profile athletes to speak out on social issues.
Charles De Gaulle's monument opened in Astana
A monument to Charles De Gaulle has been erected in Astana.
Madagascar's parliament votes to end death penalty
Lawmakers in Madagascar have voted to abolish the death penalty, a move hailed as "historic" by the European Union.
Brazil's Rousseff inaugurates nuclear sub shipyard
Brazilian President inaugurated a naval shipyard that will oversee construction of a nuclear-powered submarine and four others to patrol Brazil's long coastline and oil reserves.
Kerry to meet Russia's Lavrov in Rome on Monday
Top US diplomat John Kerry will meet with his Russian counterpart in Rome, amid a toughening American response to a Kremlin-backed separatist insurgency in Ukraine.
Ukraine cheers US vote for military aid, Russia outraged
Ukraine welcomed a US bill that would allow Washington to provide lethal military assistance to the embattled country.
Japan voters ready unenthusiastic yes to PM Abe
Japan will hold a general election this weekend that looks likely to return Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to power.
Australia's 'macho' PM points finger at sexism
Australia's Prime Minister Tony Abbott, who was famously accused of misogyny by former leader Julia Gillard suggested sexism was behind criticism of his female chief-of-staff.
Nazarbayev congratulates Prince Albert II on birth of twins
President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev has sent a telegram to congratulate Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene on the birth of twins.
Joint statement of John Kerry and Erlan Idrissov
Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Erlan Idrissov paid an official visit to the United States on December 10, 2014.
Poroshenko says ceasefire in Ukraine is now 'real'
President Petro Poroshenko said a "real" ceasefire was in place in Ukraine after the first 24 hours in seven months without a military casualty.
The year Putin tore up the rule book
Putin upended the global rules with considerable chutzpah, sowing just enough uncertainty to keep the world unsure of his intentions or his next move .
Spanish king praises unity on visit to Catalonia after vote
Spain's King Felipe VI praised the merits of unity in his first speech in Catalonia since the wealthy northwest region held a symbolic vote on independence.
No time to quarrel: Kerry warns of climate 'tragedy'
Developing nations must cut carbon emissions even if they feel it is unfair, US Secretary of State John Kerry said.
Key quotes from CIA chief on torture report
CIA chief John Brennan acknowledged some of the US intelligence agency's interrogators went too far in their treatment of detaineesю
Sony says sorry to Obama, amid leaked emails storm
Beleaguered studio Sony Pictures apologized for racially insensitive remarks about President Barack Obama in company emails.