Political awareness survey to be conducted in Kazakhstan
Sociological survey in Kazakhstan will focus on the upcoming electio to learn of voter's political awareness and preferences.
I have no doubt Nursultan Nazarbayev will win elections: Russian economist Mikhail Khazin
A prominent Russian economist Mikhail Khazin has expressed firm confidence in Nazarbayev’s victory in the forthcoming elections.
Kazakhstan mulls halving crude export duty
In the wake of dropping oil prices, the crude export duty rate in Kazakhstan, according to Halyk Finance analytics, could be reduced by half.
Ban Ki-moon condemns 'heinous' Syria Kurdish new year attacks
UN chief Ban Ki-moon condemned "heinous" attacks that killed and injured dozens at Kurdish new year celebrations in northeastern Syria.
US first lady meets Cambodian students in girls' education push
Michelle Obama was greeted by flag-waving schoolchildren during the first trip by a sitting First Lady to Cambodia.
Kazakh Foreign Ministry cuts spending on costly trips abroad
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs is cutting its spendings on costly trips abroad amid the current global economic crisis.
President Vladimir Putin of Russia comments on the forthcoming presidential election in Kazakhstan
Today Akorda, Astana-based Presidential Residence, hosted a trilateral meeting of Heads of Kazakhstan, Russia and Belarus.
Vladimir Putin suggests considering currency union within Eurasian Economic Union
According to him, it’s easier to respond to external financial and economic threats and defend the common market if we all work shoulder to shoulder.
Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Russia 20% down
Among the negative factors driving the economy slowdown we can name falling prices for oil and gas, our major commodities: President Nazarbayev.
Kazakhstan to eliminate discrimation against disabled persons
Kazakhstan is on its way to ratify the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities as part of the move to eliminate discrimination against the disabled.
Greece to submit new reform list within days: statement
Greece has agreed to give creditors a new list of reforms within days in order to secure bailout funds.
Obama says US to 're-assess' options after Netanyahu win
President Barack Obama warned Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu that Washington will "re-assess" its policies after the prime minister's election win.
Australia PM under fire for 'Dr Goebbels' jibe
Australian Prime Minister was blasted after referring to the opposition leader as the "Dr Goebbels of economic policy" in a rowdy parliamentary question time.
Greece, Ukraine to dominate EU summit
Greece's Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras will plead with European counterparts at a summit in Brussels to release vital funds to help his debt-laden country.
'Crisis' in girls education: Michelle Obama
Michelle Obama spoke of a "crisis" gripping the world as she launched an initiative to help get girls into education, on the second day of her trip to Japan.
UN chief condemns 'deplorable' Tunis attack
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon condemned what he called the "deplorable" attack on Tunisia's national museum that left at least 17 tourists dead.
Greek parliament adopts anti-poverty law despite EU row
The Greek parliament overwhelmingly adopted a "humanitarian crisis" bill to help its poorest people, ignoring apparent pressure from the European Union to halt the legislation.
US first lady arrives in Japan for first time
Michelle Obama arrived in Japan on Wednesday afternoon on her first visit to the country, as part of a trip to highlight the importance of girls' education.
NATO allies come to grips with Russia's 'hybrid warfare'
NATO allies are scrambling to protect vulnerable Baltic partners from the threat of hybrid warfare, a Russian tactic that officials and experts say is based on deception rather than formal declaration of war.
Prince Charles and Camilla arrive on US visit
Prince Charles and wife Camilla arrived in the United States for a jam-packed four-day visit that includes a meeting with President Barack Obama.