ALMATY – A cultural and educational center, American Space & Makerspace, officially opened in Almaty on Jan. 16, marking an expansion of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the United States in education, innovation and cultural exchange.

Photo credit: Almaty city administration
The center was launched at the Zhambyl Youth Library with the support of the U.S. Embassy in Kazakhstan and the U.S. Consulate General in Almaty, in partnership with local institutions.
Speaking at the event, U.S. Consul General in Almaty Michelle Erkin emphasized the importance of partnerships in creating accessible learning spaces for young people.

U.S. Consul General in Almaty Michelle Erkin and Vice President of Chevron International Petroleum company Dylan Morgan explored the zones of the educational center, speaking with the students. Photo credit: the Astana Times
“This space provides young…