A modern plant producing industrial coatings that protect metal from corrosion operates within Industrial Park No. 1 in Astana. Today, the company’s products are in demand not only in Kazakhstan but also in international markets.The plant manufactured its first products in January 2022. Currently, the facility has an annual production capacity of up to 7,500 tonnes. More than 100 people work at the plant, and production is carried out in accordance with the international ISO 9001 standard.The protective coatings manufactured by the company are used in the oil and gas, energy and metallurgical industries, as well as for bridges and various metal structures. Particular attention is paid to product quality: each batch undergoes laboratory testing to verify its composition, durability and colour fastness.The service life of the coatings can reach up to 50 years.Today, 95% of the plant’s products are exported. Kazakh-made products have already entered the markets of Russia, Uzbekistan and Türkiye. The use of locally produced coatings in the construction of the Akkuyu Nuclear Power Plant in Türkiye is one of the signs of international confidence in the quality of the products.The plant is not planning to stop there. The company plans to launch a new production line and increase its production volumes in the future. This, in turn, will create new jobs.Another important goal is to increase the company’s share of the domestic market. The enterprise plans to increase the share of its products in the Kazakhstan market to at least 50%.More information:https://egemen.kz/news/95-payyz-onimi-shetelge-shygarylady Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1272541?lang=ru

Athens, 11 August 2026 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Greece Timur Sultangozhin held a meeting with Eftichios Vassilakis, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Greek airline AEGEAN Airlines.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakhstan-Greece cooperation in civil aviation, as well as opportunities to expand direct air connectivity between the two countries.The Ambassador briefed his counterpart on the development of Kazakhstan’s aviation industry, the modernization of airport infrastructure, the expansion of domestic and international flight networks, and the growing presence of foreign air carriers in the Kazakh market.In this context, the Kazakh side expressed its readiness to develop cooperation with Greek airlines. The parties highlighted the prospects for expanding air connectivity between Kazakhstan and Greece in light of the signing of the Agreement between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the European Union on Certain Aspects of Air Services, as well as the ongoing work to further facilitate visa procedures. These measures are expected to contribute to increased passenger traffic and create favourable conditions for expanding tourism and business contacts.Particular attention was paid to the development of tourism ties between Kazakhstan and Greece. The growing interest of foreign tourists in Kazakhstan and Central Asia as a whole was noted. In this regard, the parties emphasized that expanded air connectivity could provide an additional impetus to mutual tourist flows, business contacts, and humanitarian and people-to-people ties.Eftichios Vassilakis briefed the Ambassador on the airline’s work to explore and develop new international routes, including destinations in Asian countries. In this context, he expressed AEGEAN Airlines’ interest in exploring opportunities to develop air connectivity with Kazakhstan as a potentially promising destination.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain working contacts and continue exchanging information on the development of air connectivity between Kazakhstan and Greece.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-athens/press/news/details/1272533?lang=ru

On 10 August 2026, on the occasion of Abai Day, traditional readings of the works of the great Kazakh poet, thinker and educator Abai Kunanbaiuly were held at his monument in Tbilisi.The event was attended by staff members of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Georgia, as well as Kazakhstanis residing in the country. Participants recited Abai’s poems and excerpts from his *Words of Edification*, devoted to knowledge, labour, morality, national unity and the spiritual development of the individual.During the gathering, the special place of Abai Kunanbaiuly in the history and culture of Kazakhstan was highlighted. His literary and philosophical legacy has become an integral part of the country’s national consciousness, while his ideas on enlightenment, justice, responsibility and the pursuit of knowledge remain relevant today.Particular attention was paid to the importance of Abai’s works in educating the younger generation. The thinker’s legacy encourages continuous self-development, honest work, respect for others and the preservation of spiritual values.The traditional Abai Readings in Tbilisi contribute to promoting Kazakh literature and culture abroad, maintaining the connection of compatriots with their historical homeland, as well as strengthening cultural and humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan and Georgia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tbilisi/press/news/details/1272527?lang=ru

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On 10 August, the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the United Kingdom hosted a cultural and literary evening marking the birthday of Abai Kunanbaiuly, the great Kazakh poet, philosopher and educator.The event brought together Kazakh students studying in London, members of the Kazakh diaspora, as well as British and international professors and researchers specialising in Kazakh literature, history and culture.Representatives of the Embassy gave a presentation on Abai’s life and intellectual and literary legacy, highlighting his outstanding contribution to the development of Kazakh written literature, education and culture. Particular attention was given to Abai’s philosophical ideas, including his renowned Words of Edification (Qara sozder) and the concept of Tolyk Adam, or the “The Complete Person” – his vision of a person who strives for intellectual, moral and spiritual development.The evening also featured a presentation on the work of AbaiCenter.org, an international virtual cultural and educational platform dedicated to promoting Kazakh culture, literature and Abai’s legacy. Representatives of the Embassy spoke about the Centre’s projects and its role in bringing together researchers, writers and members of the academic community, as well as organising lectures, discussions, publications and other cultural events.Guests were also introduced to international efforts to promote Abai’s legacy and to the work of cultural initiatives abroad. Particular attention was given to the publication in 2020 of the first complete English-language collection of Abai’s works by Cambridge University Press, with the participation of the National Bureau of Translations and the Embassy of Kazakhstan in the United Kingdom.The cultural programme continued with readings of Abai’s poetry, performances of his songs and a traditional Kazakh kui – an instrumental composition performed on the dombra. Guests shared their reflections on Abai’s work and spoke about the continued relevance of his ideas in the contemporary world.The evening concluded with an informal gathering, providing guests with an opportunity to engage in open conversation, ask questions, share personal experiences and get to know one another better. The event also served as a valuable opportunity to strengthen engagement between the Embassy and Kazakh citizens in the United Kingdom, fostering closer communication and a stronger sense of community.The celebration of Abai Day in London provided an important platform for cultural dialogue and for introducing British and international audiences to the rich literary and philosophical heritage of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-london/press/news/details/1272510?lang=ru