ASTANA, Kazakhstan, April 11. During his visit
to Shymkent, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev reviewed
the new terminal at Shymkent Airport, Trend reports.
"The facility was built following the President's instructions for
the city's development. The airport, worth 24 billion tenge ($48
million), was constructed with private investments," the
information notes.
According to Tokayev, the establishment of a unique aviation hub in
southern Kazakhstan will allow for the expansion of routes from the
region, increasing from 17 to 59, including flights to key
countries in Europe and Asia.
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is on a working visit to Shymkent. During his trip, the President plans to review the city's socio-economic development.