COVID-19: news in brief globally

Globally, COVID-19 does not show any sign of getting less. The coronavirus infection continues to spread around the world - around 220 million confirmed cases and 4.5 million deaths, reports Strategy2050.kz. 

6 September, 2021 16:18

Security forces did a huge job returning citizens, says Erlan Karin

In his address to the nation, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke about the situation in Afghanistan noting certain risks, and tasked the government to look into worst-case scenarios. While the Embassy of Kazakhstan continues to work in Kabul in restricted mode, Aide to President Erlan Karin said the country's security forces have done a big job to return fellow citizens back home, reports Strategy2050.kz.

6 September, 2021 11:13

Food and the city: growing our urban future

Today, over 50 percent of people live in urban areas. Close to three quarters of the world’s food demand and more than 70 percent of total energy consumption already comes from cities. Sustainability and innovative food solutions must stem from these urban centers.

6 September, 2021 11:05