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On January 21, 2026, at 15: 00 in Kostanay, the regional social and legal action "opportunity" for people with disabilities will be held.
17.01.2026
The event will be attended by representatives of the prosecutor's Office of Kostanay region, local executive bodies, state structures, employers, training centers and volunteers. During the campaign, free legal advice on the protection of Labor and social rights will be given, the norms of labor legislation, including quotas for employment of persons with disabilities, working conditions and social guarantees will be explained.Venue: Kostanay, Yubileiny microdistrict, 56, building" Palace of Youth".Phone numbers for inquiries: 8 (7142) 54-93-76, 53-01-03.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1143040?lang=kk
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17.01.2026
Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1143035?lang=kk
The Ministry of Defense discussed updating the formats of military-patriotic education of youth
17.01.2026
Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1143032?lang=kk
Kazakhstan and Malta Intend to Expand Cooperation in Trade and Tourism
17.01.2026
Valletta, 16 January 2026 – Non-resident Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Malta, Yerbolat Sembayev, met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Malta, Ian Borg. The meeting took place as part of Ambassador Sembayev’s working visit to Valletta.During the meeting, the importance of further developing political dialogue and trade and economic cooperation, as well as expanding cultural and humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan and Malta, was emphasised. The sides noted the significant potential for bilateral cooperation in the fields of construction, healthcare, transport, and finance.In particular, Ambassador Sembayev highlighted the dynamic development of cooperation in the education sector and stressed the importance of further strengthening ties in tourism. He noted that Malta is one of the popular Mediterranean tourist destinations for Kazakh citizens, valued both for its hospitality and its safety. In this context, Ambassador Sembayev drew attention to the issue of lifting the visa regime with Malta, underscoring that such a step would help stimulate tourism cooperation.The meeting also addressed international issues. Ambassador Sembayev referred to the recent drone attacks on oil tankers near the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal in the Black Sea, which were en route to transport Kazakh oil. One of the tankers involved was sailing under the Maltese flag. The Ambassador expressed Kazakhstan’s concern over the incident, noting that while Kazakhstan is not a party to the conflict, it faces risks and indirect losses, which in turn also affect the global oil market, particularly Europe.For his part, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Malta, Ian Borg, expressed readiness for the swift signing of an agreement on the abolition of the visa regime between the two countries.Regarding the attacks on oil tankers in the Black Sea, Minister Borg underscored the importance of ensuring the security of maritime transport and full compliance with international law.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-roma/press/news/details/1143024?lang=kk
Development of cultural and sports institutions in Kostanay region
17.01.2026
Kostanay region consistently implements measures to develop cultural and sports infrastructure aimed at improving the quality of life of the population, creating conditions for leisure, self-realization of young people and strengthening a healthy lifestyle.Over the past three years, 5 cultural facilities have been built in rural settlements of the region:in the villages of Prigorodnoye of the Zhitikarinsky district, Bolshaya Churakovka of the Altynsarinsky district, Arka of the Kamystinsky district, Yershovka and Troebratskoye of the Uzunkolsky district.Modern conditions have been created in all new institutions for organizing youth leisure activities, cultural and creative events.Special attention is paid to the development of sports infrastructure.In 2025 alone, 8 sports complexes, 6 hockey courts, including 4 indoor ones, as well as 2 indoor gyms were built in the region. Of the total number of sports complexes, 3 facilities have been commissioned in cities — one in the city of Arkalyk and two in the city of Rudny.Construction of a table tennis complex has begun in the city of Kostanay and the Octopus water park is being reconstructed. A sports and recreation center is being built in the city of Gitikara at the expense of private investments.The new cultural and sports facilities are designed to be visited by all age groups of the population, including children and youth, and will become an important contribution to the socio-cultural development of Kostanay region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1143025?lang=kk
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On January 21, 2026, at 15: 00 in Kostanay, the regional social and legal action "opportunity" for people with disabilities will be held.
17.01.2026
The event will be attended by representatives of the prosecutor's Office of Kostanay region, local executive bodies, state structures, employers, training centers and volunteers. During the campaign, free legal advice on the protection of Labor and social rights will be given, the norms of labor legislation, including quotas for employment of persons with disabilities, working conditions and social guarantees will be explained.Venue: Kostanay, Yubileiny microdistrict, 56, building" Palace of Youth".Phone numbers for inquiries: 8 (7142) 54-93-76, 53-01-03.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1143040?lang=kk
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17.01.2026
Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1143035?lang=kk
The Ministry of Defense discussed updating the formats of military-patriotic education of youth
17.01.2026
Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/1143032?lang=kk
Kazakhstan and Malta Intend to Expand Cooperation in Trade and Tourism
17.01.2026
Valletta, 16 January 2026 – Non-resident Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Malta, Yerbolat Sembayev, met with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Malta, Ian Borg. The meeting took place as part of Ambassador Sembayev’s working visit to Valletta.During the meeting, the importance of further developing political dialogue and trade and economic cooperation, as well as expanding cultural and humanitarian ties between Kazakhstan and Malta, was emphasised. The sides noted the significant potential for bilateral cooperation in the fields of construction, healthcare, transport, and finance.In particular, Ambassador Sembayev highlighted the dynamic development of cooperation in the education sector and stressed the importance of further strengthening ties in tourism. He noted that Malta is one of the popular Mediterranean tourist destinations for Kazakh citizens, valued both for its hospitality and its safety. In this context, Ambassador Sembayev drew attention to the issue of lifting the visa regime with Malta, underscoring that such a step would help stimulate tourism cooperation.The meeting also addressed international issues. Ambassador Sembayev referred to the recent drone attacks on oil tankers near the Caspian Pipeline Consortium terminal in the Black Sea, which were en route to transport Kazakh oil. One of the tankers involved was sailing under the Maltese flag. The Ambassador expressed Kazakhstan’s concern over the incident, noting that while Kazakhstan is not a party to the conflict, it faces risks and indirect losses, which in turn also affect the global oil market, particularly Europe.For his part, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism of the Republic of Malta, Ian Borg, expressed readiness for the swift signing of an agreement on the abolition of the visa regime between the two countries.Regarding the attacks on oil tankers in the Black Sea, Minister Borg underscored the importance of ensuring the security of maritime transport and full compliance with international law.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-roma/press/news/details/1143024?lang=kk
Development of cultural and sports institutions in Kostanay region
17.01.2026
Kostanay region consistently implements measures to develop cultural and sports infrastructure aimed at improving the quality of life of the population, creating conditions for leisure, self-realization of young people and strengthening a healthy lifestyle.Over the past three years, 5 cultural facilities have been built in rural settlements of the region:in the villages of Prigorodnoye of the Zhitikarinsky district, Bolshaya Churakovka of the Altynsarinsky district, Arka of the Kamystinsky district, Yershovka and Troebratskoye of the Uzunkolsky district.Modern conditions have been created in all new institutions for organizing youth leisure activities, cultural and creative events.Special attention is paid to the development of sports infrastructure.In 2025 alone, 8 sports complexes, 6 hockey courts, including 4 indoor ones, as well as 2 indoor gyms were built in the region. Of the total number of sports complexes, 3 facilities have been commissioned in cities — one in the city of Arkalyk and two in the city of Rudny.Construction of a table tennis complex has begun in the city of Kostanay and the Octopus water park is being reconstructed. A sports and recreation center is being built in the city of Gitikara at the expense of private investments.The new cultural and sports facilities are designed to be visited by all age groups of the population, including children and youth, and will become an important contribution to the socio-cultural development of Kostanay region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1143025?lang=kk