Assel Satubaldina is a Kazakhstani journalist and managing editor at The Astana Times. Her role includes shaping editorial decisions, leading a cross-platform team, and producing in-depth stories on politics, business, the economy, and the environment. With over a decade of experience, she has interviewed UN officials, diplomats, and executives and has reported on key global events. Her work spans analytical articles to podcasts and documentary-style videos. Assel is passionate about elevating Central Asia’s voice in global media and connecting local stories with international trends. She is an alumna of fellowships including programs by the US State Department, ForSet, and the Friedrich Ebert Foundation.