Fatima Kemelova

ASTANA – The Kazakh Tazy breed has been included for the first time in “Dogs of the World,” a book by Lili Chin featuring more than 600 illustrations of dog breeds worldwide. Packed with fascinating details and colorful artwork, the book also highlights the world’s mixed-breed and village dogs, representing 85% of dogs with no official breed.

ASTANA — According to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Gen-AI: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Work report, AI’s impact on the global economy is profound yet multifaceted, offering opportunities for productivity gains while raising concerns about labor market disruptions.

ASTANA — The 7th International Digital Almaty Forum gathered global tech leaders, officials, and investors for an extensive program exploring artificial intelligence’s (AI) transformative impact on governance and cybersecurity industries from Jan.31 to Feb.1. The event culminated in the highly anticipated Industry AI Battle, where startups competed for a $60,000 prize.

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan are strengthening their ties with a renewed commitment to boosting trade, energy, and regional cooperation.

ASTANA – After a one-year pause, the Astana International Forum is set to return this year. The forum, which was postponed in 2024 due to financial constraints caused by unprecedented flooding, will be held in May with high-ranking officials leading the preparations.

ASTANA – Investment in education could be a powerful catalyst for economic growth, said Dosym Besbai, an entrepreneur in education and medicine and founder of the EPG Human Capital Development Fund.

ASTANA – The Jibek Joly (Silk Road in Kazakh) train offers a five-day adventure across Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan for the Nauryz holiday on March 20-25, making it the perfect journey for travel lovers seeking to explore the rich history and vibrant culture of the Silk Road.

ASTANA – Kazakhstan and the Kyrgyz Republic are deepening their trade and economic ties, with bilateral trade reaching $1.6 billion in January-November 2024. This milestone was discussed during a meeting between Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and Kyrgyz Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev on Jan. 30 in Almaty.

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ASTANA – Young customs professionals from across Central Asia and the Caucasus are strengthening their skills and exploring the latest methods in risk management and efficient trade monitoring at an international workshop, which is taking place in the Kazakh capital on Feb. 3-7.