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Observer
3 days ago
- Business
- Observer
HM's greetings conveyed to President of Kazakhstan
ALMATY: President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of the Republic of Kazakhstan, received Sultan bin Salim al Habsi, Minister of Finance and his accompanying delegation, as part of his official visit to the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the meeting, the minister conveyed the greetings of His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik along with his best wishes to the president and further progress and prosperity for Kazakh people. During the visit, an agreement was signed on double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion with respect to taxes on income and capital between the two sides. Investment opportunities were also discussed to increase trade volume in the fields of logistics, mining and food security. Aspects of cooperation in the financial sector were also discussed, as well as investment cooperation related to the oil sector with the Kazakh side. This visit comes within the framework of enhancing cooperation between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Kazakhstan, with the aim of fostering bilateral relations in the economic, financial and investment fields. The minister of finance accompanied a delegation comprising several officials from the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, the Tax Authority and the Oman Investment Authority, to discuss areas of cooperation and enhance relations between the Sultanate of Oman and the Republic of Kazakhstan. — ONA
The Star
5 days ago
- Business
- The Star
2025 China-Central Asia Media Cooperation Forum held in Astana
ASTANA, May 29 (Xinhua) -- The 2025 China-Central Asia Media Cooperation Forum was held Thursday in Astana, Kazakhstan, with the theme of building a closer China-Central Asia community with a shared future. Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent a congratulatory letter to the forum. Tokayev said in the letter that the Belt and Road Initiative proposed by Chinese President Xi Jinping has won wide recognition from the international community as a strategic concept to promote global cooperation. "Kazakhstan attaches great importance to developing friendly relations with China," Tokayev said. "This forum aims to deepen the integration and cooperation between China and Central Asian countries. It is an important event based on consensus and trust in the media field and dedicated to strengthening partnerships. I wish the forum a complete success and fruitful achievements!" The participating guests expressed the belief that media exchanges are an important part of the relations between China and Central Asia. Media outlets from China and Central Asian countries should grasp the trend of the times, expand cooperation, jointly tell stories of friendly cooperation, and contribute wisdom and strength to building a closer China-Central Asia community with a shared future. The forum was jointly hosted by China's People's Daily and the Kazakh Presidential Radio and Television Administration. More than 200 media representatives, officials, experts, scholars, and business representatives from China and Central Asian countries attended the event. During the forum, the launching ceremony of the "2025 China-Central Asia Media Cooperation Forum Photo Exhibition" and the "China-Central Asia Media Joint Interview on High-Quality Belt and Road Initiative Cooperation" were also held.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
AIF: Key leaders press for reforms of global institutions including UNSC reforms
Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev opened the Second Astana International Forum calling for renewed global cooperation , nuclear non-proliferation , and institutional reform including UN amid growing geopolitical instability. At the plenary session of the Astana International Forum (AIF) 2025 on May 29, Tokayev addressed pressing global uncertainties and emphasized the need for unified responses grounded in shared values. Amidst rising conflicts and economic challenges, Tokayev stressed the importance of dialogue, reform, and youth engagement in building a stable and prosperous future. 'What matters now is how we respond. That choice lies with us – in the decisions we make and the values we uphold,' he noted. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If You Eat Ginger Everyday for 1 Month This is What Happens Tips and Tricks Undo He highlighted the growing number of conflicts and wars across continents and societies. 'As of last year, 52 states were experiencing armed conflict. Meanwhile, the economic impact of violence reached $19 trillion – nearly 13.5% of global GDP,' he said. Live Events Tokayev emphasized that instead of waging wars, the world must prioritize embracing human beings, particularly the younger generation, to become more engaged in making progress and creating enlightened societies. He said that while conventional conflicts demand urgent attention, it is important to focus on the more challenging perspective of the growing strain between nuclear-armed states. 'We must recognize that the threats to global security are not only geopolitical. The post-war global order is fragmenting. Protectionism is rising. Multilateralism is faltering,' he noted. According to him, Kazakhstan views this time of uncertainty through the prism of constructive engagement. He also highlighted that the country has undergone profound institutional and economic reforms over the last few years. 'Our goal is clear: to build a more diversified, inclusive, and future-ready economy – one where growth is not just sustained, but shared,' he said. 'Kazakhstan supports the expansion of the UN Security Council, including broader regional representation. Its structural reform is essential to ensure that the UN remains relevant and truly reflects the world as it is, not as it was,' he added. The plenary session featured speeches from several distinguished global leaders. Among them were Paul Kagame, president of Rwanda; Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, president of North Macedonia; Qu Dongyu, director-general of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO); Alain Berset, secretary general of the Council of Europe; and Ban Ki-moon, president and chair of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and eighth secretary-general of the United Nations. Kagame called for urgent reform of the global financial system, criticizing outdated risk assessments that disadvantage countries in the Global South. 'The problem we have is political,' he said, noting that financial rules are often applied unequally. He emphasized the need to build internal resilience through improved resource management and human capital development, while welcoming the growing trend of South-South cooperation . 'This is not an alternative to global engagement, but a necessary complement,' Kagame said. Siljanovska-Davkova echoed President Tokayev's proposal to expand the UN Security Council and emphasized that, with the upcoming Pact for the Future and other reforms, the United Nations, approaching its 80th anniversary, should consider appointing a woman as Secretary-General. Ban Ki-moon congratulated Kazakhstan for hosting this vital platform for global dialogue and cooperation, especially following last year's cancellation due to flooding. He hailed Tokayev for his steadfast leadership in positioning Kazakhstan as a regional convener and a global voice on climate and sustainability. Highlighting the forum's theme, Ban Ki-moon emphasized the importance of collaborative, forward-looking leadership rooted in shared responsibility. 'The grave challenges posed by climate change , environmental degradation, and economic transition cannot be solved by any one country alone,' he said, calling for a unified regional response that transcends borders and politics. This year's AIF broadens its agenda to address pressing global challenges — from climate change and energy security to trade, innovation, and sustainability. The two-day program features both plenary and one-on-one discussions, with panels exploring themes such as the shift to renewable energy, cross-border cooperation, and effective water resource strategies.
France 24
7 days ago
- Politics
- France 24
Kazakhstan to allow hunting once endangered antelopes
The country previously backtracked on lifting a hunting ban on the species, recognisable by their long, trunk-like rounded snout. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev had called the antelopes "sacred animals for the Kazakh people". The saiga was massively poached in the 1990s. State media cited Kazakhstan's deputy minister of ecology as saying the decision to hunt them was "necessary due to the rapid growth of their population" and "complaints from farmers". A spokeswoman for Kazakhstan's ecology ministry told AFP Wednesday that "according to scientific research, it is possible to eliminate up to 20 percent of the total population without harming the species". The exact number of animals allowed to be culled and the start date of the hunt are yet to be determined, she added. Farmers complain that saigas have stomped thousands of square kilometres of farms, where crops are also threatened by climate change. According to the latest estimates, there are 4.1 million saigas in the former Soviet republic, representing almost the entire global population, a number that could rise to five million by the end of the year. An attempt to lift the ban was met with opposition in 2023, a rare occurrence in Kazakhstan, where freedom of expression is limited. The authorities reversed the decision a few months later. Poaching of the antelopes exploded after the collapse of the Soviet Union, particularly as their horns are used in traditional medicine. Water shortages and disease had also endangered the species before the Kazakh authorities introduced a policy to protect them.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Kazakhstan to allow hunting once endangered antelopes
Kazakhstan said Wednesday it will authorise the hunting of saiga antelopes, once an endangered species that the government says is now threatening farming in the vast Central Asian country. The country previously backtracked on lifting a hunting ban on the species, recognisable by their long, trunk-like rounded snout. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev had called the antelopes "sacred animals for the Kazakh people". The saiga was massively poached in the 1990s. State media cited Kazakhstan's deputy minister of ecology as saying the decision to hunt them was "necessary due to the rapid growth of their population" and "complaints from farmers". A spokeswoman for Kazakhstan's ecology ministry told AFP Wednesday that "according to scientific research, it is possible to eliminate up to 20 percent of the total population without harming the species". The exact number of animals allowed to be culled and the start date of the hunt are yet to be determined, she added. Farmers complain that saigas have stomped thousands of square kilometres of farms, where crops are also threatened by climate change. According to the latest estimates, there are 4.1 million saigas in the former Soviet republic, representing almost the entire global population, a number that could rise to five million by the end of the year. An attempt to lift the ban was met with opposition in 2023, a rare occurrence in Kazakhstan, where freedom of expression is limited. The authorities reversed the decision a few months later. Poaching of the antelopes exploded after the collapse of the Soviet Union, particularly as their horns are used in traditional medicine. Water shortages and disease had also endangered the species before the Kazakh authorities introduced a policy to protect them. dr-bk-asy/oc/fg
