This week in Astana and beyond, Qazinform News Agency presents a roundup of the top headlines that shaped the past seven days in Kazakhstan. 1. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlights historical significance of Kazakhstan’s Republic Day President Tokayev noted that the declaration adopted on October 25, 1990, laid the groundwork for Kazakhstan’s independence and the revival of its statehood.
He highlighted the country’s achievements in strengthening national identity, securing its borders, developing Astana, and establishing its international standing ahead of the 35th anniversary of independence. 2. NVIDIA CEO hails Kazakhstan’s ambitious push to build an AI economy Jensen Huang said Kazakhstan’s government-backed focus on AI could help local businesses expand, compete internationally, and access new markets.
He described artificial intelligence as a transformative industrial revolution with the potential to reshape all sectors of the economy. 3. Kazakhstan strengthens Middle Corridor role as Tokayev advances Caspian cooperation Kazakhstan’s drive to develop the Middle Corridor gained new momentum on October 15, when Astana and Baku agreed to deepen cooperation on the Trans-Caspian route.
The agreement adds a practical dimension to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s sustained diplomatic efforts to establish Kazakhstan as a central link between Asian and European markets 4. How scientists count Kazakhstan’s snow leopards Researchers estimate Kazakhstan’s snow leopard population using camera traps, unique coat patterns, satellite collars, and DNA analysis to identify individual animals and track their movements.
Recent estimates suggest the population grew from 130 in 2019 to 152–189 in 2024, though habitat loss, poaching, and climate change remain major threats. 5. Kazakhstan secures two gold, two silver medals in road cycling at Asian Para Games Kazakhstan’s para cyclists won four medals, including two gold and two silver, in the men’s and women’s road races at the 5th Asian Para Games in Japan.
After the seventh day of competition at the 5th Asian Para Games, Kazakhstan had won 47 medals in total: 12 gold, 15 silver and 20 bronze. 6. Kazakh scientist developing new cancer treatment approach