Week in Brief: 10 key developments shaping Kazakhstan this week
This week in Astana and beyond, Kazinform News Agency presents a roundup of the top headlines that shaped the past seven days in Kazakhstan.
1. Tokayev praises strengthening of political competition stemming from recent reforms
In his words, one of the results of the large-scale transformations has been the strengthening of political competition. The President of Kazakhstan noted that previously political parties did not pay due attention to working with different segments of society. The situation changed only after the relevant amendments were introduced into the law.
2. Kazakhstan and Mongolia debate new road construction
Kazakhstan and Mongolia are discussing a new road construction project to boost economic and transport connectivity between the two nations. The road will run through Ust Kamenogorsk and Ridder cities of Kazakhstan, Russia’s Tuyekta rural settlement and reach the border of Mongolia.
3. Astana hosts IMF press conference on 2024 Article IV consultation with Kazakhstan
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) held a press conference in Astana to discuss the findings of its 2024 Article IV consultation with Kazakhstan. The event provided an in-depth review of Kazakhstan’s economic outlook. The IMF outlined key economic challenges and opportunities for the country.
4. Can genetic tests prove a connection to Jochi – an expert from the genetic laboratory TreeGene
In a recent interview, an expert from TreeGene, a genetic laboratory, discussed how modern DNA testing technologies can be useful in studying the history of Kazakhstan.
5. Kazakh taekwondo athlete secures bronze at Chuncheon 2024 World Taekwondo Junior Championships in South Korea
Kazakhstan’s taekwondo athlete, Temirzhan Taskyn, won a bronze medal at the Chuncheon 2024 World Taekwondo Junior Championships in South Korea. The Kazakh athlete secured the 3rd place in the men’s 48kg category.
6. Kazakh President's TV and Radio Complex to release new documentary on recent flood relief efforts
The Kazakh President’s TV and Radio Complex made a new documentary film Sert to feature the development of the President’s tasks to restore the flood-impacted regions and pay property damage compensations.
7. Kazakh bayan player wins at Premio Internazionale della Fisarmonica in Italy
Kazakhstan’s bayan player Dias Yelemes secured a victory at the prestigious Premio Internazionale della Fisarmonica in Italy. In addition to Dias Yelemes, a 4th year student Akhymbek Temirlan and graduate Zhandos Sauyt represented the Kazakh National Conservatory at the event.
8. The faithful companion of the Kazakh steppes: All about the Tazy breed
A detailed exploration of the Tazy, Kazakhstan's ancient hunting dog breed, highlights its deep-rooted cultural and historical significance. Kazinform News Agency invites readers to learn more about unique breed of Tazy.
9. Kazakhstan to host Asian Judo Cup
Kazakhstan will host the Asian Judo Open Aktau 2024 on October 12-13. The Turar Zholdybayev Memorial Tournament will bring together 200 judokas from Azerbaijan, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
10.74-year-old traveler from Kazakhstan reaches Beijing on foot
At 74 years old, Kazakhstani traveler Sarssenbay Kotyrashov completed an incredible journey, walking from Kazakhstan to Beijing. While traveling, Sarssenbay Kotyrashov talks about the history and culture of Kazakhstan with the locals, and also explores the culture and traditions of the countries he visits.
