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Talking about something important: The head of Shymkent police met with students
25.02.2026
A large-scale meeting between Shymkent Police Department Chief Mukhtar Kozhayev and students was held at South Kazakhstan University. Over 500 students participated in the event. The meeting had an open format: along with the presentation, thematic videos were shown, and students were able to ask questions. The general focused on the most pressing threats facing young people today. He discussed stalking, which is officially classified as a criminal offense, the inadmissibility of forced marriage and so-called bride kidnapping, and common internet fraud schemes, particularly droppering. The topic of drug crime was also addressed. Students were informed that involvement in drug trafficking is equivalent to drug trafficking and carries serious criminal penalties. Warnings were also issued about the dangers and consequences of using psychotropic substances, including vapes and laughing gas. The police officer also reminded drivers of the rules for using electric scooters and the penalties for violating traffic regulations, emphasizing that road safety depends on the discipline of each road user. "Public safety is not only the work of law enforcement agencies but also the personal responsibility of each individual. You are the future of the country. We believe in you and are always ready to support you," noted Mukhtar Kozhaev. Law enforcement officials note that similar meetings aimed at preventing crime and fostering a legal culture among young people will continue in Shymkent.
Important story: Shymkent police chief meets with students
25.02.2026
At South Kazakhstan University, the head of the city police department, Mukhtar Kozhaev, held a meeting with about 500 students and established an open and meaningful dialogue. At the meeting, the general not only gave an official speech to the youth, but also discussed *real issues of concern to society*. In particular, the topic was stalking, kidnapping, "dropper" schemes in Internet fraud, drug distribution, the use of vaping and "laughing gas", the culture of wearing masks in public places, and scooter riding. The police officer noted that *stalking* is considered a crime by law, and insisted that *kidnapping* is not a tradition, but a violation of human rights. The police chief also touched upon the issue of fraud committed via the Internet and urged young people not to be fooled by offers of *"easy money". He explained that *giving a bank card to a stranger* is tantamount to complicity in a crime. In addition, he warned that *being a drug dealer* also leads to serious criminal liability. During the meeting, special videos were shown and legal requirements were explained using specific examples. Students asked their questions and openly exchanged views. *– The security of society depends on the responsibility of every citizen. You are the future of the country. We believe in you and are always ready to support you,* – said Mukhtar Kozhaev. The meeting became a meaningful platform for young people to think. The police officers will continue to hold preventive meetings with students in the future.
ONE OF POLAND'S LARGEST BUSINESSMEN TO BUILD A PHARMACEUTICAL FACTORY IN SHYMKENT
25.02.2026
A large-scale investment project to expand the production of "Khimpharm" JSC (trademark "Polpharma Santo") is being implemented in Shymkent. The relevant investment agreement has been approved by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The total volume of private investments is about 40 billion tenge. Within the framework of the project, new production lines will be built and the range of manufactured medicines will be expanded to 38 names. Among them are drugs for the treatment of oncological, cardiovascular and infectious diseases. The launch of the first phase of production is scheduled for the end of 2029. During the implementation of the investment project, approximately 300 new jobs will be created. This will have a positive impact on the socio-economic development of the metropolis. The Polish side also plans to build a Quality and Innovation Center in Shymkent, which will include a research and development center and modern laboratories for the development of new medicinal products. The opening of the plant will allow increasing the share of domestic pharmaceutical production, reducing dependence on imports, and strengthening Shymkent's position as one of the leading pharmaceutical centers in the country. Press service of the Shymkent city mayor
One of Poland's largest businessmen will build a pharmaceutical plant in Shymkent.
25.02.2026
A large-scale investment project to expand the production of Khimfarm JSC (trademark: Polpharma Santo) is being implemented in Shymkent. The Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan has approved the corresponding investment agreement. It should be noted that the total private investment will amount to approximately 40 billion tenge. The project includes the construction of new production facilities and the expansion of the product line to 38 medications, including treatments for cancer, cardiovascular, and infectious diseases. The first phase of production is scheduled to launch in late 2029. The investment project will create approximately 300 new jobs, which will positively impact the city's socioeconomic development. The Polish side also intends to build a Quality and Innovation Center in Shymkent, which will include a research and testing center and modern laboratories for the development of new medicinal products. It's worth emphasizing that the opening of the plant will increase the share of domestic drug production, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen Shymkent's position as one of the country's key pharmaceutical hubs. Press service of the Akim of Shymkent
One of the largest Polish businessmen will build a pharmaceutical factory in Shymkent
25.02.2026
In Shymkent, JSC "Khimfarm" (trademark - "Polpharma Santo") is implementing a large-scale investment project to expand production. The corresponding investment agreement was approved by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Note that the total volume of private investments will be about 40 bln. Tenge. The project envisages the construction of new production facilities and the expansion of the product line up to 38 names of medicines, including means for the treatment of oncological, cardiovascular and infectious diseases. The start of the first phase of production is planned for the end of 2029. As part of the implementation of the investment project, about 300 new jobs will be created, which will have a positive effect on the social and economic development of the metropolis. The Polish side also intends to build a Quality and Innovation Center in Shymkent, which will include a research and testing center and modern laboratories for the development of new medicinal products. It is worth emphasizing that the opening of the plant will increase the share of domestic production of medicines, reduce dependence on imports and strengthen the position of Shymkent as one of the key pharmaceutical centers of the country. Press service of Shymkent mayor
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Talking about something important: The head of Shymkent police met with students
25.02.2026
A large-scale meeting between Shymkent Police Department Chief Mukhtar Kozhayev and students was held at South Kazakhstan University. Over 500 students participated in the event. The meeting had an open format: along with the presentation, thematic videos were shown, and students were able to ask questions. The general focused on the most pressing threats facing young people today. He discussed stalking, which is officially classified as a criminal offense, the inadmissibility of forced marriage and so-called bride kidnapping, and common internet fraud schemes, particularly droppering. The topic of drug crime was also addressed. Students were informed that involvement in drug trafficking is equivalent to drug trafficking and carries serious criminal penalties. Warnings were also issued about the dangers and consequences of using psychotropic substances, including vapes and laughing gas. The police officer also reminded drivers of the rules for using electric scooters and the penalties for violating traffic regulations, emphasizing that road safety depends on the discipline of each road user. Public safety is not only the work of law enforcement agencies but also the personal responsibility of each individual. You are the future of the country. We believe in you and are always ready to support you, noted Mukhtar Kozhaev. Law enforcement officials note that similar meetings aimed at preventing crime and fostering a legal culture among young people will continue in Shymkent.
Important story: Shymkent police chief meets with students
25.02.2026
At South Kazakhstan University, the head of the city police department, Mukhtar Kozhaev, held a meeting with about 500 students and established an open and meaningful dialogue. At the meeting, the general not only gave an official speech to the youth, but also discussed *real issues of concern to society*. In particular, the topic was stalking, kidnapping, dropper schemes in Internet fraud, drug distribution, the use of vaping and laughing gas, the culture of wearing masks in public places, and scooter riding. The police officer noted that *stalking* is considered a crime by law, and insisted that *kidnapping* is not a tradition, but a violation of human rights. The police chief also touched upon the issue of fraud committed via the Internet and urged young people not to be fooled by offers of *easy money. He explained that *giving a bank card to a stranger* is tantamount to complicity in a crime. In addition, he warned that *being a drug dealer* also leads to serious criminal liability. During the meeting, special videos were shown and legal requirements were explained using specific examples. Students asked their questions and openly exchanged views. *– The security of society depends on the responsibility of every citizen. You are the future of the country. We believe in you and are always ready to support you,* – said Mukhtar Kozhaev. The meeting became a meaningful platform for young people to think. The police officers will continue to hold preventive meetings with students in the future.
ONE OF POLAND'S LARGEST BUSINESSMEN TO BUILD A PHARMACEUTICAL FACTORY IN SHYMKENT
25.02.2026
A large-scale investment project to expand the production of Khimpharm JSC (trademark Polpharma Santo) is being implemented in Shymkent. The relevant investment agreement has been approved by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The total volume of private investments is about 40 billion tenge. Within the framework of the project, new production lines will be built and the range of manufactured medicines will be expanded to 38 names. Among them are drugs for the treatment of oncological, cardiovascular and infectious diseases. The launch of the first phase of production is scheduled for the end of 2029. During the implementation of the investment project, approximately 300 new jobs will be created. This will have a positive impact on the socio-economic development of the metropolis. The Polish side also plans to build a Quality and Innovation Center in Shymkent, which will include a research and development center and modern laboratories for the development of new medicinal products. The opening of the plant will allow increasing the share of domestic pharmaceutical production, reducing dependence on imports, and strengthening Shymkents position as one of the leading pharmaceutical centers in the country. Press service of the Shymkent city mayor
One of Poland's largest businessmen will build a pharmaceutical plant in Shymkent.
25.02.2026
A large-scale investment project to expand the production of Khimfarm JSC (trademark: Polpharma Santo) is being implemented in Shymkent. The Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan has approved the corresponding investment agreement. It should be noted that the total private investment will amount to approximately 40 billion tenge. The project includes the construction of new production facilities and the expansion of the product line to 38 medications, including treatments for cancer, cardiovascular, and infectious diseases. The first phase of production is scheduled to launch in late 2029. The investment project will create approximately 300 new jobs, which will positively impact the citys socioeconomic development. The Polish side also intends to build a Quality and Innovation Center in Shymkent, which will include a research and testing center and modern laboratories for the development of new medicinal products. Its worth emphasizing that the opening of the plant will increase the share of domestic drug production, reduce dependence on imports, and strengthen Shymkents position as one of the countrys key pharmaceutical hubs. Press service of the Akim of Shymkent
One of the largest Polish businessmen will build a pharmaceutical factory in Shymkent
25.02.2026
In Shymkent, JSC Khimfarm (trademark - Polpharma Santo) is implementing a large-scale investment project to expand production. The corresponding investment agreement was approved by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Note that the total volume of private investments will be about 40 bln. Tenge. The project envisages the construction of new production facilities and the expansion of the product line up to 38 names of medicines, including means for the treatment of oncological, cardiovascular and infectious diseases. The start of the first phase of production is planned for the end of 2029. As part of the implementation of the investment project, about 300 new jobs will be created, which will have a positive effect on the social and economic development of the metropolis. The Polish side also intends to build a Quality and Innovation Center in Shymkent, which will include a research and testing center and modern laboratories for the development of new medicinal products. It is worth emphasizing that the opening of the plant will increase the share of domestic production of medicines, reduce dependence on imports and strengthen the position of Shymkent as one of the key pharmaceutical centers of the country. Press service of Shymkent mayor