Games of Future postponed due to floods in Kazakhstan
Due to floods in Kazakhstan, the Games of the Future were postponed. They were scheduled for next year. The authorities decided to abandon major events in order to save money.
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FMs of Azerbaijan and Armenia may hold meeting in Kazakhstan
Yerevan is considering the possibility of holding negotiations between the Foreign Ministers of Azerbaijan and Armenia on the territory of Kazakhstan.
Erdoğan received Bektenov in Ankara
The Prime Minister of Kazakhstan paid a visit to Ankara. Olzhas Bektenov was received by the Turkish President, and also held negotiations on cooperation between the two countries in the field of business and investment. The development of cargo transportation within the Middle Corridor was discussed.
FMs of Azerbaijan and Armenia may meet in Kazakhstan
The meeting of the Foreign Ministers of Azerbaijan and Armenia will be held in Kazakhstan. Baku accepted Astana’s proposal, Yerevan’s response is expected, Ilham Aliyev said.
Roscosmos ready to extend contract with Baikonur
The developer of Russia's Proton space launchers, the Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center, and Russian state corporation Roscosmos have proposed to continue launches of Proton rockets from the …
North of Kazakhstan prepares for second wave of floods
Weather forecasters and rescuers warn about a new wave of floods in Northern Kazakhstan. In the Sergeevsky reservoir, the water fill level is 166%. The water was at 348 centimeters.
Russia expands flight program to Kazakhstan
The Russian airline announced the launch of direct flights to Astana and Almaty from Novosibirsk. Currently, only Kazakhstani airlines operate on these routes.
All airports in Kazakhstan to introduce biometrics
Biometric identification of passengers at airports may become a widespread practice in Kazakhstan. Currently, biometrics is operating at Astana Airport as a pilot project.
Kazakhstan bans import of aviation fuel
Imported aviation fuel is temporarily not supplied to Kazakhstan. The authorities introduced a ban on imports amid overstocking of oil tank farms.
Baku to receive more than 2 million tons of oil from Kazakhstan
Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan agreed to increase oil supplies. It will be gradual. The parties also agreed to transport oil via the BTC.
Floods in Kazakhstan stop work of oil wells
Due to floods in Kazakhstan, more than 600 oil wells stopped working. Oil production losses amounted to 16 thousand tons. 141 wells have resumed their work.
Over 117,000 people evacuated due to floods in Kazakhstan
Almost 117,000 people have been evacuated due to floods in Kazakhstan, the Central Asian nation's emergencies ministry said on Wednesday. About 16,000 people have already returned to their homes, the ministry said in a statement, as …
Second wave of flood to come to East Kazakhstan in coming days
In the East of Kazakhstan, a second wave of floods is expected in the second half of April. Melting snow will increase the water level in the mountain rivers of the region. There is no threat to the population, the situation is under control.
Tokayev: Astana ready to host Baku-Yerevan talks
Astana is ready to provide Armenia and Azerbaijan with a venue for peace talks, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said after talks with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. "We welcome Armenia and …
Seismologists from Japan to come to Almaty
Japanese scientists will study the earthquake in Almaty. Seismologists will arrive in Kazakhstan and talk about seismic isolation and safety measures during tremors.
Armenia and Kazakhstan to exempt cargo transportation from additional fees
The Armenian government approved an agreement with Kazakhstan on exempting cargo transportation from road and environmental fees. The signing of the agreement demonstrates the importance and interest of both parties in deepening …
Over 102,000 people evacuated in Kazakhstan due to floods
Some 102,328 people were evacuated, including 37,537 children, as of 10:00 am of April 13 due to floods in Kazakhstan, the Kazakh Ministry of Emergency Situations said. "A total of 10,120 people returned home, …
Kazakhstan advocates Azerbaijan-Armenia long-term peace
Kazakhstan is committed to the quick establishment of peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev told Armenpress. "Kazakhstan is deeply invested in this issue. We're keen on …
Tokayev calls Georgia important partner of Kazakhstan
The President of Kazakhstan said that Georgia is a key ally
Evacuation due to flood begins in Aktobe region
Today, Kazakhstan has begun evacuating the population from villages near the Torgai River. First of all, children are evacuated and transported by helicopter to safe areas.
