Budapest, May 12, 2026 – With the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Hungary, an exhibition and masterclass dedicated to the traditions of Kazakh decorative and applied arts and wool processing was held in Budapest.The event became an important part of the cultural dialogue aimed at strengthening cultural and humanitarian cooperation between Kazakhstan and Hungary, as well as deepening friendly ties between the peoples of the two countries.The event was attended by spouses of heads of diplomatic missions accredited in Hungary, as well as representatives of business and public circles.In his welcoming remarks, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Hungary, Abzal Saparbekuly, noted that Kazakhstan and Hungary are united by deep historical and cultural ties rooted in the heritage of the Great Steppe. He also emphasized the special role of cultural cooperation in the development of bilateral relations.As part of the program, guests became acquainted with the traditions of wool processing, the art of felt-making, the distinctive features of Kazakh ornaments, and traditional handicrafts.Artisans from the “Urshyk” Association presented felt and textile products, elements of ethno-design, as well as traditional Kazakh jewelry.Guests not only observed the process of creating the handicrafts but also had the opportunity to participate directly in the masterclasses.The works were presented by ethno-designer and founder of the Republican Public Association of Artisans “Urshyk” Bibigul Kardenova, textile art master Svetlana Makhanzhanova, artisan Zaure Idrissova, decorative and applied arts master Anar Toremuratova, as well as participant of cultural initiatives Saltanat Yeleusinova.During the event, the artisans placed special emphasis on the philosophy of national craftsmanship, which reflects harmony between humans and nature, respect for the environment, and the continuity of cultural traditions.In addition, guests had the opportunity to taste traditional Kazakh cuisine and enjoy the captivating sounds of the Kazakh dombra.The event became an important cultural platform for promoting Kazakhstan’s rich cultural heritage in Hungary and attracted significant interest from participants.Furthermore, on May 8–9, 2026, Kazakh artisans participated in the VIII Hungarian Wool Festival held in the city of Hortobágy. Organized by the Directorate of Hortobágy National Park, the festival was held for the first time on the territory of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and brought together artisans, wool producers, and craftsmen from different regions of Hungary.As part of the festival, Kazakh artisans showcased traditional Kazakh felt and textile art, attracting considerable interest from the Hungarian public. Guests were introduced to the full wool-processing cycle — from shearing and dyeing to spinning, weaving, and felt-making.Background: The Republican Public Association of Artisans “Urshyk” is engaged in the revival, preservation, and development of traditional Kazakh decorative and applied arts, including felt art, jewelry craftsmanship, and the traditions of creating ethnic clothing. The association places particular emphasis on supporting young artisans and promoting the national cultural heritage.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1222909?lang=kk

Budapest, May 7, 2026 – Ahead of Defender of the Fatherland Day, celebrated annually in Kazakhstan on May 7, the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Hungary organized a football tournament among Kazakhstani students.Five teams took part in the tournament, delivering exciting and competitive matches. The participants demonstrated a high level of skill and strong team spirit, while the competition was held in an atmosphere of friendship and good sportsmanship.In his welcoming remarks, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Hungary Abzal Saparbekuly congratulated the participants on Defender of the Fatherland Day and wished them good health, success, and prosperity. The Ambassador also emphasized that organizing sporting events is an important part of efforts aimed at strengthening the unity of Kazakhstani citizens abroad, fostering youth connections, and promoting the principles of a healthy lifestyle.At the conclusion of the tournament, the “Astana” team emerged victorious and won the Cup of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Hungary, while the best players were presented with commemorative gifts.The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Hungary intends to continue organizing sports, cultural, and community events in cooperation with Kazakhstani students and representatives of the Kazakh diaspora in Hungary.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1222904?lang=kk

The Port of Long Beach, California, hosted the USA–Eurasia Transportation Forum, organized by the Consulates General of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, and Georgia in California, with the support of the Port of Long Beach administration.The forum brought together government officials, port authorities, business leaders, and transportation and logistics experts from the United States and Eurasian countries. The event aimed to advance trade and economic cooperation, exchange best practices, and develop new frameworks for collaboration in transportation infrastructure and freight.The forum opened with welcoming remarks by the Chief Executive Officer of the Port of Long Beach, N.Hacegaba, who expressed support for the initiative and underscored the Port’s readiness to develop new partnerships with Eurasian counterparts. On behalf of the Mayor of Long Beach, Long Beach’s inaugural Protocol Officer, Beril Unver, delivered welcoming remarks and emphasized the importance of strengthening the city’s international ties.The Kazakh delegation included Consul General of Kazakhstan in San Francisco Nazira Nurbayeva, representatives of the Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan and Kuryk Port LLP, as well as Honorary Consul of Kazakhstan in the State of Arizona Hugh Holman.During the panel discussions, members of the Kazakhstani delegation presented the country's key infrastructure projects and transport-logistics potential. Highlighted initiatives included the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, the expansion of the ports of Aktau and Quryq as critical Caspian Sea hubs, and the integration of Kazakhstan's transport infrastructure into global supply chains.Forum participants expressed mutual interest in deepening cooperation between American and Eurasian partners in port infrastructure, logistics digitalization, and the development of multimodal transport corridors.The forum confirmed the strong interest of the American business community in the transport and logistics opportunities of Kazakhstan and the Eurasian region, and the readiness of both sides to move toward concrete, practical cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-washington/press/news/details/1222905?lang=kk

Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, held a meeting with representatives of St. Mary's International Hospital and the South Korean companies Waycen and Meninblox.During the meeting, innovative solutions in healthcare digitalization were discussed, using the example of the hospital, which combines a regional emergency medical center, hospice and palliative care, and comprehensive care through automation and robotics of medical services.The parties discussed the prospects and opportunities for implementing leading digital medical practices in Kazakhstan, particularly at medical institutions in the West Kazakhstan region.Gabidulla Ospankulov discussed government support measures, tax incentives, and the advantages of the country's investment climate.The participants also discussed the implementation of an investment project to build a multidisciplinary clinic.Waycen, a South Korean medical artificial intelligence (AI MedTech) company, specializes in developing AI solutions for the diagnosis and treatment of oncological diseases, as well as precision medicine platforms for all stages of cancer treatment.Meninblox develops large language models (LLM) for medicine and AI solutions to improve the efficiency of medical services.The company's key product is the MediKoGPT platform, a specialized medical language model trained on verified medical data. Using this platform, the company develops AI assistants and digital services to optimize communication between doctors, patients, and medical institutions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1222908?lang=kk

Сегодня в Сенате Парламента РК состоялся Правительственный час на тему «Финансирование роста экономики в 2026 году».С основным докладом выступил вице-министр национальной экономики Арман Касенов, презентовавший доклад с текущей ситуацией в экономике и подходами проактивной экономической политики, нацеленную на достижение к 2029 году ВВП в размере 450 млрд долларов США.В ходе выступления вице-министр отметил, что в последние три года реальный рост ВВП Казахстана стабильно превышает 5%, опережая среднемировые показатели более чем в 1,5 раза.«Для сохранения набранной динамики главным драйвером должно стать форсированное привлечение инвестиций. Согласно данным Всемирного банка, Казахстан уже опережает большинство стран мира по уровню инвестиционной активности, но для качественного рывка мы ставим задачу увеличить долю инвестиций в основной капитал с нынешних 14% до 23% к 2029 году, сформировав дополнительный приток в размере около 85 млрд долларов», - добавил Арман Касенов.Презентовано видение по реализации проактивной экономической стратегия, базирующейся на трех ключевых «столпах»: точечном анализе и определении высокопродуктивных ниш, адресном привлечении ведущих мировых компаний и готовности государства предоставить масштабное финансирование.Министерством отмечено о приоритетности реализации кластеров с высоким экспортным потенциалом, включая медную и алюминиевую промышленность, где объем новых перспективных проектов оценивается более чем в 10–12 млрд долларов. Наряду с металлургией колоссальный мультипликативный эффект ожидается от глубокой переработки продукции АПК (потенциал свыше 5 млрд долларов), яркими примерами которой выступают запуск завода инвестора Dalian Hesheng в Акмолинской области проект компанииFufeng в Жамбылской области.Параллельно с развитием экспорта сформированы пулы проектов в сфере импортозамещения, включая проекты в АПК на сумму более 4 трлн тенге, а также ниши в производстве сахара, мясной продукции и строительстве теплиц. Чтобы активно вовлечь бизнес в эти направления, с марта текущего года уже направлены официальные приглашения и готовые кейсы нескольким сотням ведущих мировых корпораций.Реализация данных индустриальных проектов призвана ускорить диверсификацию экономики, в результате которой доля нефтедобычи в ВВП страны уже снизилась более чем в два раза - с 16,5% в 2010 году до 8,1% в 2024 году.Учитывая масштаб стоящих задач, Правительство уже приняло комплекс мер по повышению доступности финансирования для бизнеса, включая дифференцированное снижение ставки КПН для банков, снижение требований по собственному участию заемщиков до 20%, а также запуск механизмов гарантирования крупных кредитов и расширение поддержки МСБ через фонд «Даму».Для обеспечения ликвидности самих институтов развития запущена трехлетняя программа ежегодной капитализации холдинга «Байтерек» по 1 трлн тенге, что за счет рыночного плеча позволит направлять в экономику до 8 трлн тенге ежегодно (около 40 трлн тенге за 5 лет). Дополнительно министерство ожидает зеркальной активизации со стороны коммерческих банков, потенциал кредитования бизнеса которых оценивается еще в 15–20 трлн тенге.В завершение доклада было отмечено, что весь этот комплекс синергетических мер призван обеспечить появление перспективных проектов в приоритетных секторах, рост инвестиционной активности, увеличение доступности кредитов и дальнейшие высокие темпы экономического роста. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1222903?lang=kk