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Almaty

Coverage of Almaty in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 2 · 05:51 UTCMost recent: Jun 11 · 09:30 UTC
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Recent coverage
  • BUSINESSJun 11 · 09:30 UTCSCMP CHINA
    From Almaty to orbit: Kazakhstan woos Hong Kong travellers with rocket launches

    Kazakhstan is promoting Almaty to Hong Kong travelers through rocket launch events and participation in the 40th International Travel Expo. Six Kazakhstan-based operators showcased the city at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, coinciding with new direct flights to the region despite Middle East conflict impacts on global tourism.

  • BUSINESSJun 4 · 06:27 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Direct Hong Kong-Almaty flights may cut travel time by 10 hours, draw tourists

    Direct flights between Hong Kong and Almaty could save business travelers up to 10 hours and attract tourists from landlocked Central Asia. The flag carrier plans to launch the route next year, and the initiative has received industry support.

  • BUSINESSJun 2 · 05:51 UTCSCMP CHINA
    Hong Kong to relaunch direct flights to Kazakhstan’s Almaty in first quarter of 2027

    Hong Kong will relaunch direct flights to Almaty in Kazakhstan in the first quarter of 2027, as announced by Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu during a regional delegation visit. The city will also begin discussions with Kazakhstani authorities on a Comprehensive Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreement, with businesses highlighting the move's importance for easing travel and strengthening Central Asia ties.