Kazakhstan is set to launch a local edition of one of The New York Times’ flagship analytical projects, Turning Points. The new magazine, Turning Points Qazaqstan, will be led by Aybin Shagalakov, who has been appointed Editor-in-Chief, DKNews.kz reports.
The project will be published under The New York Times Licensing in partnership with KAZMEDIA HOLDING, bringing a globally respected analytical format to the Kazakhstani audience for the first time.
What is Turning Points and why it matters
Turning Points is a renowned analytical series by The New York Times, featuring:
- world-leading experts,
- Nobel Prize laureates,
- influential thinkers and researchers.
The project focuses on global trends, pivotal moments, and the challenges shaping the future - from geopolitics and economics to artificial intelligence, climate change, technology, and societal transformation.
With the launch of Turning Points Qazaqstan, this global conversation will now include a regional and Central Asian perspective.
Global insight with local expertise
Alongside articles by The New York Times contributors, the Kazakhstani edition will feature:
- forecasts and analysis from leading international experts,
- commentary and insights from prominent Kazakhstani specialists.
The magazine aims to bridge global thinking with local realities, offering readers a deeper understanding of worldwide developments through the lens of Kazakhstan and the wider region.
Where and when to read it
The digital edition of Turning Points Qazaqstan will be available on the official website of The New York Times Licensing, underscoring the project’s international credibility and editorial standards.
The first issue (2026 edition) will be officially presented on January 28 in Astana during the Qazaqstan NEXT 2026 Forum, held at The St. Regis Astana.
About Aybin Shagalakov
Aybin Shagalakov is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong background in publishing management and content localization. His career combines editorial leadership with expertise in adapting international media formats for local audiences.
His appointment reflects the project’s ambition to:
- maintain The New York Times’ high analytical standards,
- engage readers in Kazakhstan with clear and relevant storytelling,
- position the country within the global intellectual and media dialogue.
A new milestone for Kazakhstan’s media landscape
The launch of Turning Points Qazaqstan is more than the debut of a new magazine. It represents:
- the strengthening of analytical journalism in Kazakhstan,
- access to global thought leadership,
- a platform to explore Kazakhstan’s future within a rapidly changing world.
Industry observers already describe the project as one of the most ambitious media launches in Kazakhstan in recent years.
