Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1118531?lang=kk

Karabalyk district is confidently completing 11 months of 2025, demonstrating stable development of key sectors of the economy. Financial indicators, the pace of agricultural production, the renovation of infrastructure and the implementation of significant social projects indicate positive dynamics and a good foundation for the future.This year, the district's budget amounted to 7 billion tenge. In its structure, a significant share is taken by transfers: 3.4 billion — republican, 3 billion — regional. However, the main indicator of economic activity was the over-fulfillment of the plan for own income.In January–November, the district received 2.9 billion tenge of revenue with a plan of 2.6 billion tenge. The execution amounted to 111.8%, which indicates an increase in tax revenues and an increase in the efficiency of financial flow management.Small and medium-sized businesses: almost every entrepreneur is in businessEntrepreneurial activity in the Karabalyk district remains high. To date, 1,418 SMEs have been registered here, and 99% of them actually work. This is one of the best indicators in the region, which confirms the favorable business climate.Small businesses continue to play an important role in providing employment and generating revenue for the budget, being the backbone of the local economy.Agriculture: productivity gains and investmentsThe agricultural sector has traditionally remained the leading one in the structure of the regional economy. This year, sowing operations covered 297.1 thousand hectares. Grain and leguminous crops were planted on an area of 194.5 thousand hectares, slightly less than in 2024, but the emphasis was on diversification.Special attention was paid to the expansion of areas under oilseed crops: their volume increased by 28%, reaching 73.3 thousand hectares. Fodder areas were also increased to 5.4 thousand hectares.The harvesting campaign has been completed completely and has brought tangible results. The average yield was 19.5 hundredweight per hectare, exceeding last year's figure. The gross grain harvest reached 379.3 thousand tons, which was a significant success for the region.In addition to seasonal work, investment activity is developing in the industry. Two major projects were launched in 2025.:construction of a workshop for the production of meat and bone meal with a capacity of up to 15 tons per day, the project cost is 680 million tenge;creation of a production complex for the production of mixed feed and silos for the storage of raw materials with a capacity of 108 thousand tons per year. Investments — 1.5 billion tenge.Both projects are focused on creating new jobs and strengthening the processing sector.Infrastructure: new networks appear in villagesStable development of the district is impossible without strengthening the engineering infrastructure. Last year, the construction of distribution networks was completed in six settlements — Mikhaylovka, Boskole, Station, Voroshilovka, Priuralsky and Lesnoy.In parallel, work is underway to prepare for winter. More than 600 meters of heating mains have been replaced in Svyatoslavka, Nauchny and Station — this will ensure stable heat supply during the heating season.Installation of block-modular boiler houses for social institutions has been completed in Toguzak. A similar facility in Svyatoslavka is being prepared for delivery.Roads: repairs on key sectionsThe road infrastructure, as one of the strategic areas, has also been developed. In 2025, repairs were carried out at two important sites:from S. Peschanoe to Slavenka village (17 km),from Novotroitskoye village to Magnai station (15.6 km).This will improve transport accessibility, reduce travel time, and increase safety for residents of the area.Construction and housing: new houses and social facilitiesIn the field of housing construction, the construction of nine semi—detached houses has been completed - a total of 18 modern apartments with a total area of more than 1,500 square meters. meters.Work was also actively carried out in education: 300 million tenge was allocated for the modernization of institutions, of which 250 million were funds from the Kazakhstan Khalqyna Fund. This will allow updating the material and technical base of schools and improving the quality of education.A major prospect: relocation of the Border Troops training centerOne of the key events of next year may be the deployment of a border guard training center in the Karabalyk district, which is planned to be transferred from the Akmola region.More than 60 families of teachers and military personnel are expected to arrive, as well as the annual arrival of over 1,000 military personnel for training. This will become a powerful incentive for the development of social, educational and commercial infrastructure, as well as increase the demand for housing and services.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1118535?lang=kk

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Helsinki, 3 December 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Finland Azamat Abdraimov held a meeting with members of the Friendship Group in the Parliament of Finland.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral relations, including Kazakh-Finnish interparliamentary cooperation.The Kazakh diplomat briefed the interlocutors on the priority areas of the bilateral agenda and the arrangements reached following the official visit of President of the Republic of Finland Alexander Stubb to Astana on 28-29 October 2025.The Ambassador also underlined Kazakhstan’s commitment to further strengthening trust-based relations and productive cooperation with official Helsinki within the framework of the multifaceted partnership.Head of the Friendship Group Ville Skinnari expressed support for the reforms and initiatives of the Head of State and confirmed Finland’s readiness to actively engage in the exchange of parliamentary experience during the preparation and implementation of the forthcoming parliamentary reforms in Kazakhstan. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-helsinki/press/news/details/1118477?lang=kk

On December 1, 2025, a working meeting was held in Jerusalem between the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Mr. Michael Itzhakov, Director General of the Ministry of Tourism of the State of Israel, during which key areas of bilateral cooperation in the field of tourism were discussed.The main focus was placed on the restoration of direct flights between Kazakhstan and Israel, the development of tourist exchanges, and the creation of joint tourism products. The Kazakh side expressed its readiness to assist air carriers in assessing demand and jointly promoting routes, as well as proposed organizing press tours and familiarization trips for media representatives.The parties reviewed prospects for cooperation in pilgrimage, wellness, and eco-tourism, as well as opportunities for exchanging experience in infrastructure development, digital solutions, and tourist flow management. During the discussion, it was noted that pilgrimage tourism between Kazakhstan and Israel holds significant potential: citizens of Kazakhstan traditionally visit Christian holy sites of Israel, as well as Islamic holy places, including the Al-Aqsa compound, while Israeli pilgrims show interest in the spiritual heritage of Kazakhstan, including the Chabad-Lubavitch Jewish Center in Almaty, which houses the burial site of Rabbi Levi Yitzchak Schneerson. This forms a basis for expanding religious and cultural routes and strengthening humanitarian ties between the two countries.The Kazakh side also expressed interest in promoting its tourism opportunities in the Israeli market and invited the Ministry of Tourism of Israel to participate in the country’s major industry events, including “KITF” in Almaty and the “Astana Tourism Forum.”The parties confirmed their interest in continuing constructive dialogue and implementing joint marketing initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tel-aviv/press/news/details/1118483?lang=kk