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. Kazakhstan establishes National Book Day
Kazakhstan has established National Book Day, which will be celebrated on April 23 annually. This event is aimed at popularizing reading and literature among the population.
2. President Tokayev hands in state flag to 2024 Olympic Games participants
The President emphasized the importance of the participation of Kazakhstani athletes in international competitions and expressed hope for the team’s successful performance at the Olympics.
3. Kazakh President signs law against gambling
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev signed a law on regulating the gambling business. The Law introduces restrictive and incentive regulations aimed at reducing gambling addition among the population.
4. Pamukkale University branch to open in Kazakhstan
A branch of Pamukkale University from Turkey will open in Kazakhstan. The new campus will offer a wide range of educational programs and opportunities for Kazakhstani students.
5. Significance of Ulus of Jochi for Kazakhstan: A Link between the Past and the Future
Kazinform News Agency offers a look at the historical influence of the Ulus of Jochi. By the middle of the 15 century Ulus of Jochi ceased to exist, but it was of great importance in the history not only of Kazakhstan, but also of the Eurasian region.
6. Ethnic Kazakh woman conquers Denali's highest peak
Indira Weaver (Sakhaulova), a native of the village of Sosnovka in the Beskaragai district of Kazakhstan's Semipalatinsk region, has become the first ethnic Kazakh woman to reach the summit of Denali, North America's highest peak, standing at 6,194 metres.
7. Song for the Legend: Dimash Qudaibergen performs soundtrack for Jackie Chan’s new film
Kazakh singer Dimash Kudaibergen recorded the soundtrack for Jackie Chan’s new film “The Legend”. The composer of the song “This Love” is maestro, Nathan Wang, an Oscar music judge who has worked with Jackie Chan for many years. The new song is the third collaboration between Mr. Wang and Dimash.
8. Kazakhstani women freestyle wrestlers secure 4 medals at Grand Prix of Spain
Four Kazakhstani freestyle wrestlers were awarded four medals at the Grand Prix in Madrid. The Kazakh women’s national team has won the competition with three silver and one bronze medals.
9. Over 2,500 spectators enjoyed Baige horse racing in Kazakh capital
Over 2,500 spectators flocked to enjoy the Baige horse racing tournament in the village of Talapker near the Kazakh capital. The Beige races are run over distances of 7 km, 15 km, and 22 km. The Astana Cup republican horse racing event brought together over 120 racehorses and sportsmen from 17 regions of Kazakhstan.
10.Artificial Intelligence Institute to offer Kazakhstani students 100 scholarships
The Artificial Intelligence Institute established at the Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University together with the Seoul National University of Science and Technology (SeoulTech) offers 100 educational grants. The scholarships provide funding for students to major in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, and Computer Programming and Software Development.
