"A NATION THAT HAS ELDERS HAS WEALTH"On October 1, in the village of Karakum, a festive event titled "A Nation That Has Elders Has Wealth" was held in honor of the Day of Older Persons. The event opened with a congratulatory speech by the village akim Askar Nuralyuly, who presented "Letters of Appreciation" to the village elders on the occasion of the holiday. This day, which brought together our grandmothers in white headscarves and grandfathers with gray beards, was filled with warmth and sincere respect. As part of the event, a festive dastarkhan prepared by village entrepreneurs was laid out in honor of our respected elders, and beautiful songs were performed. In addition, heads of institutions and the chairman of the council of elders N. Saktaganov, as well as village entrepreneurs, offered words of congratulations. Our precious elders shared memories of past days, our grandmothers sang songs and gave their blessing to the younger generation.Respect for elders is our main duty! May our older people have strong health and long lives!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-aral-qaraqym/press/news/details/1313588?lang=ru

The city akim inspected the completion of construction works on 10 residential buildings in the Qonai district, as well as the landscaping of the surrounding areas. He also took part in tree planting activities. Approximately 500 trees and shrubs are planned to be planted in the area.A total of 30 five-storey apartment buildings comprising 1,425 apartments have been constructed in the district, with a combined floor area of 112,000 square metres.The comprehensive development of Qonai has been underway since 2018. Water supply, sewage, electricity, gas and telephone networks have been installed in stages. In 2024, vertical site levelling works were completed, while in 2025, access roads to the district were opened and street lighting was installed.Alongside residential construction, the surrounding areas have also been landscaped. Children's playgrounds, sports facilities, recreation areas and parking spaces have been provided. A park featuring a modern children's play complex and professional outdoor fitness equipment has also been built.Landscaping and further development of the district will continue. The main objective is to create a comfortable, safe and modern urban environment for residents.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1313589?lang=ru

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Bangkok, 19 October 2026.  H.E. Mr. Margulan Baymukhan, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Thailand held a meeting with                          H.E. Mrs Urasa Mongkolnavin, Director-General of the Department of South Asian, Middle East and African Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand.At the beginning of the meeting, the Kazakh diplomat expressed appreciation to the Thai side for the high level of organisation and attention extended to the delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan participating in the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, held in Bangkok from 12 to 18 October 2026. Effective coordination with the Thai government authorities and favourable conditions for the participation of the Kazakh delegation in the events and bilateral meetings were noted.In turn, the Director-General thanked the Kazakh side for its participation and highlighted the importance of the contacts held for the further development of bilateral cooperation. She underscored the readiness of the Thai side to continue close coordination with Kazakhstan and provide additional momentum to practical cooperation.The meeting addressed the current state and prospects of Kazakhstan–Thailand cooperation, as well as efforts to enrich the bilateral agenda with concrete projects, initiatives and events.Particular attention was paid to preparations for joint events, bilateral visits and initiatives in connection with the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kazakhstan and Thailand, to be marked in 2027. The sides discussed the organization of joint events at various levels and in different formats aimed at strengthening friendly relations and developing bilateral ties.In the trade and economic sphere, the sides discussed measures to increase bilateral trade, expand the range of traded goods and intensify work within the existing bilateral mechanisms.The prospects for cooperation in agriculture and the food industry were also discussed, including preparations for a meeting of the relevant Working Group, promotion of investment projects and addressing issues related to market access for agricultural products in both countries.Transport and logistics cooperation and the use of the potential of the Middle Corridor, digitalization, tourism development and direct air connectivity were also highlighted among the priority areas. The sides emphasized the potential for cooperation in education, healthcare, culture, academic exchanges and consular protection of citizens.The meeting also included an exchange of views on international and regional cooperation. The sides reaffirmed their interest in continuing regular political dialogue, mutually supporting initiatives and further strengthening the Kazakhstan–Thailand partnership in practical terms.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-thailand/press/news/details/1313574?lang=ru

С 17 по 27 октября в Астане пройдут республиканские акции «Republic Day» и «Bereke Fest», приуроченные ко Дню Республики. В рамках акций жители и гости столицы смогут приобрести продовольственные и непродовольственные товары по сниженным ценам.         Основной период праздничных скидок и специальных предложений продлится с 21 по 27 октября. В эти дни в торговых центрах и магазинах столицы будут действовать акции и распродажи на различные категории товаров.Инициаторами республиканских акций выступили Министерство торговли и интеграции РК совместно с местными исполнительными органами.Цель акций — повышение доступности товаров для населения, поддержка отечественных производителей и развитие внутренней торговли.В Астане к акции «Republic Day» присоединятся 10 торгово-развлекательных центров, а к «Bereke Fest» — 48 торговых объектов различных торговых сетей.Список торговых объектов, участвующих в акции «Republic Day»: ТРЦ «Mega Silk Way» — пр. Кабанбай батыра, 62.ТРЦ «Хан Шатыр» — пр. Туран, 37.ТРЦ «Аружан» — ул. И. Жансугурова, 8/1.ТРЦ «Сарыарка» — пр. Туран, 24.ТРЦ «Asia Park» — пр. Кабанбай батыра, 21.ТРЦ «Даму мол» — ул. Ж. Нажимеденова, 26.ТРЦ «Green Mall» — ул. Сыганак, 17Б.ТРЦ «Koktal» — пр. Нургисы Тлендиева, 12А.ТРЦ «Жибек жолы» — ул. Ахмета Байтурсынулы, 34.ТРЦ «NCITY» — пр. Туран, 53В.Список торговых объектов, участвующих в акции «Bereke Fest»:Торговая сеть «Magnum»Пр. Туран, 55Д.Торговая сеть «Астыкжан»Ул. Акжол, 28.Ул. Ж. Нажимеденова, 26.Пр. Нургисы Тлендиева, 15.Торговая сеть «SMALL»Ул. Субханбердина, 2/1.Ул. Богенбай батыра, 26.Пр. Абая, 48, ТД «Жаннур».Ул. Кенесары, 4, ЖК «Эмират».Пр. Абылай хана, 27/3, ТД «Азия Сити».Пр. Туран, 65.Пр. Кабанбай батыра, 21, ТРЦ «Asia Park».Пр. Кабанбай батыра, 6/2.Ул. Чингиза Айтматова, 44.Ул. Достык, 18, БЦ «Москва».Ул. Масаты, 24.Пр. Улы Дала, 88.Пр. Кошкарбаева, 15А.Ул. С. Асфендиярова, 1.Ул. Жумекена Нажимеденова, 34А.Ул. Сыганак, 1Б, ТД «Tumar».Ул. А. Байтурсынова, 34, ТРЦ «Jibek Joly».Торговая сеть «SPAR»Ул. Кенесары, 38.Ул. Сагадата Нурмагамбетова, 21, ЖК «Балкадиша».Ул. Анет баба, 7, ЖК «Кыран».Торговая сеть «АНВАР»Пр. Туран, 45.Торговая сеть «Greenwich»Коргалжынское шоссе, 43.Ул. А. Байтурсынова, 29А.Торговая сеть «ВКУСМАРТ»Ул. Кенесары, 80.Торговая сеть «Фермаг»Пр. Кабанбай батыра, 9/2Пр. Мәңгілік Ел, 53Пр. Улы Дала, 61Ул. Иманбаева, 7АПр. Кошкарбаева, 56Ул. Аманжолова, 32Ул. Мухамедханова, 19Ул. Толе би, 46,Ул. Толе би, 57,Ул. Бокейхана, 8Ул. Бокейхана, 20Ул. Сарайшык, 8Пр. Улы Дала, 27Ул. Конституции, 22Ул. Алматы, 11Ул. Сыганак, 2Ул. Аль-Фараби, 9/1Ул. Калдаякова, 17Ул. Тыныбаева, 18.Пр. Улы Дала, 41/4Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1313555?lang=ru