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Prospects for Developing Cooperation with Greece Discussed at the Foreign Ministry of Kazakhstan
25.11.2025
Astana, November 25, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov met with the Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic Efthalia Kakiopoulou.During the talks, the parties discussed current issues on the bilateral agenda, as well as prospects for the further development of Kazakh-Greek cooperation.The positive dynamics of the political dialogue and interaction in the trade-economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres were noted. Both sides expressed interest in implementing joint projects in the fields of transport and logistics, tourism, education, and digital technologies.Deputy Minister Issetov emphasized that Greece is an important partner of Kazakhstan in the European Union and the Mediterranean region, and expressed readiness to deepen cooperation both at the bilateral level and within international organizations.Ambassador Kakiopoulou, for her part, highlighted Athens’ commitment to further strengthening comprehensive ties with Astana, underscoring the promising nature of cooperation in the trade and investment sphere and the promotion of cultural initiatives.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain a regular political dialogue and continue work on expanding Kazakh-Greek partnership across all areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1112433?lang=kk
Ambassador of of Kazakhstan Presented his Credentials to the Emir of Kuwait
25.11.2025
Al-Kuwait, November 25, 2025 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Yelekeyev presented his credentials to the Emir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.During the ceremony, the friendly nature of Kazakh-Kuwaiti relations and the parties' desire to further develop political, economic, cultural, humanitarian, and investment cooperation were reaffirmed.Ambassador Yelekeyev noted that Kuwait and Kazakhstan share common priorities – strengthening stability, ensuring security, and diversifying the national economy. The Аmbassador said that Kazakhstan is also implementing a large-scale program of digitalization of public administration aimed at improving the efficiency of institutions and transparency in the implementation of decisions.The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, wished the Ambassador success in his work and expressed his support for further strengthening cooperation between the two countries. He emphasized the particular importance of expanding investment cooperation in order to ensure Kuwait's food security, noting Kazakhstan's high potential as a reliable partner in the agro-industrial sector.The Emir noted Kuwait's readiness to consider promising initiatives in this area, including projects aimed at developing sustainable food supplies and creating long-term mechanisms for cooperation between public and private institutions in the two countries.Kazakh diplomat noted Kazakhstan's commitment to strengthening cooperation with the Gulf countries, drawing attention to the importance of Kuwait as a strategic partner in the region, and expressed readiness to deepen dialogue on all areas of the bilateral agenda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1112436?lang=kk
LAW AND ORDER
25.11.2025
Secondary School No. 190 hosted a joint essay competition for students in grades 7–11 on the topic "Police and Children – Together for Safety." The goal of the competition was to strengthen the students' legal knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of the importance of maintaining law and order and personal safety.This event is an important step toward strengthening trusting relationships between children and the police and increasing legal literacy among the younger generation. Respect for law and order is the key to our shared future!Let's raise a disciplined, safe, and educated generation!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-kazaly-kolaryq/press/news/details/1112329?lang=kk
Observance of working hours by civil servants of the Republic of Kazakhstan
25.11.2025
Observance of working hours by civil servants of the Republic of KazakhstanStrict monitoring of working hours is one of the key aspects of the effective work of the state apparatus.Rational work organization and adherence to a set daily routine contribute to increased productivity.discipline and responsibility of civil servants, as well as ensure the high-quality and timely performance of government functions.The working hours are regulated by the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Law "On Civil Service of the Republic of Kazakhstan", as well as other regulatory acts. According to these documents, working hours are the period during which a civil servant is required to perform his official duties within the prescribed working day or week.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1112296?lang=kk
Dür Oңğar village of Karmakshy district connected to natural gas
25.11.2025
Today, with the participation of the Akim of the region, Nurlibek Nәlibaev, a ceremony was held to connect the village of Dür Oңğar in the Karmakshy district to natural gas. Deputies of the Senate and the Mazhilis of the Parliament — Ruslan Rüstemov, Murat Abenov, Murat Ergeshbayev — as well as respected elders and local residents attended the event.The regional governor congratulated the residents on the long-awaited development — the arrival of natural gas in the village.“The Head of State emphasized: The Government must significantly increase the number of gasified settlements and modernize 1,700 kilometers of gas pipelines. This will allow more than 300 thousand people to be supplied with natural gas,” he noted.At the end of 2021, the level of gasification in our region was 67%. Between 2022 and 2025, 77 projects worth 63.6 billion tenge were implemented. Last week, natural gas was supplied to the village of Shagan in the Syrdarya district, and an automated gas distribution station was launched in the Zhanakorgan district. Today, together with you, we are witnessing an event that will give a new impulse to the daily life and well-being of Dür Oңğar residents — the connection to natural gas. As a result of these works, the gasification level of the region will reach 83% this year.I congratulate all residents on the connection to natural gas! This is our common joy! May the ‘blue fuel’ bring warmth to every home and strengthen our homeland!The development of the country begins with the village and its prosperity. The future of the village depends on your hard work and unity. I wish you all strong health, prosperity in your families, and success in your service for the benefit of the region!” said Nurlibek Mashbekuly.At the ceremony, veterans who contributed to the socio-economic development of the district, as well as employees of the contracting company, were awarded Letters of Gratitude from the regional akim. Senator Ruslan Rüstemuly also delivered a congratulatory speech.It should be noted that today the level of gasification in the Karmakshy district is 78%. The connection of Dür Oңğar village — home to over two thousand residents — will raise this figure to 83%. The project was funded with 7.2 billion tenge from the regional budget.A 62.5 km high-pressure gas pipeline was laid from the automated gas distribution station in Zhosaly through the Syrdarya River. In the future, this project will allow more than 10 thousand people in 9 settlements to be gradually connected to the main gas pipeline.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1112254?lang=kk
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Prospects for Developing Cooperation with Greece Discussed at the Foreign Ministry of Kazakhstan
25.11.2025
Astana, November 25, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov met with the Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic Efthalia Kakiopoulou.During the talks, the parties discussed current issues on the bilateral agenda, as well as prospects for the further development of Kazakh-Greek cooperation.The positive dynamics of the political dialogue and interaction in the trade-economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres were noted. Both sides expressed interest in implementing joint projects in the fields of transport and logistics, tourism, education, and digital technologies.Deputy Minister Issetov emphasized that Greece is an important partner of Kazakhstan in the European Union and the Mediterranean region, and expressed readiness to deepen cooperation both at the bilateral level and within international organizations.Ambassador Kakiopoulou, for her part, highlighted Athens’ commitment to further strengthening comprehensive ties with Astana, underscoring the promising nature of cooperation in the trade and investment sphere and the promotion of cultural initiatives.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain a regular political dialogue and continue work on expanding Kazakh-Greek partnership across all areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1112433?lang=kk
Ambassador of of Kazakhstan Presented his Credentials to the Emir of Kuwait
25.11.2025
Al-Kuwait, November 25, 2025 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Yelekeyev presented his credentials to the Emir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.During the ceremony, the friendly nature of Kazakh-Kuwaiti relations and the parties' desire to further develop political, economic, cultural, humanitarian, and investment cooperation were reaffirmed.Ambassador Yelekeyev noted that Kuwait and Kazakhstan share common priorities – strengthening stability, ensuring security, and diversifying the national economy. The Аmbassador said that Kazakhstan is also implementing a large-scale program of digitalization of public administration aimed at improving the efficiency of institutions and transparency in the implementation of decisions.The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, wished the Ambassador success in his work and expressed his support for further strengthening cooperation between the two countries. He emphasized the particular importance of expanding investment cooperation in order to ensure Kuwait's food security, noting Kazakhstan's high potential as a reliable partner in the agro-industrial sector.The Emir noted Kuwait's readiness to consider promising initiatives in this area, including projects aimed at developing sustainable food supplies and creating long-term mechanisms for cooperation between public and private institutions in the two countries.Kazakh diplomat noted Kazakhstan's commitment to strengthening cooperation with the Gulf countries, drawing attention to the importance of Kuwait as a strategic partner in the region, and expressed readiness to deepen dialogue on all areas of the bilateral agenda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1112436?lang=kk
LAW AND ORDER
25.11.2025
Secondary School No. 190 hosted a joint essay competition for students in grades 7–11 on the topic "Police and Children – Together for Safety." The goal of the competition was to strengthen the students' legal knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of the importance of maintaining law and order and personal safety.This event is an important step toward strengthening trusting relationships between children and the police and increasing legal literacy among the younger generation. Respect for law and order is the key to our shared future!Let's raise a disciplined, safe, and educated generation!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-kazaly-kolaryq/press/news/details/1112329?lang=kk
Observance of working hours by civil servants of the Republic of Kazakhstan
25.11.2025
Observance of working hours by civil servants of the Republic of KazakhstanStrict monitoring of working hours is one of the key aspects of the effective work of the state apparatus.Rational work organization and adherence to a set daily routine contribute to increased productivity.discipline and responsibility of civil servants, as well as ensure the high-quality and timely performance of government functions.The working hours are regulated by the Labor Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Law "On Civil Service of the Republic of Kazakhstan", as well as other regulatory acts. According to these documents, working hours are the period during which a civil servant is required to perform his official duties within the prescribed working day or week.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-kostanay/press/news/details/1112296?lang=kk
Dür Oңğar village of Karmakshy district connected to natural gas
25.11.2025
Today, with the participation of the Akim of the region, Nurlibek Nәlibaev, a ceremony was held to connect the village of Dür Oңğar in the Karmakshy district to natural gas. Deputies of the Senate and the Mazhilis of the Parliament — Ruslan Rüstemov, Murat Abenov, Murat Ergeshbayev — as well as respected elders and local residents attended the event.The regional governor congratulated the residents on the long-awaited development — the arrival of natural gas in the village.“The Head of State emphasized: The Government must significantly increase the number of gasified settlements and modernize 1,700 kilometers of gas pipelines. This will allow more than 300 thousand people to be supplied with natural gas,” he noted.At the end of 2021, the level of gasification in our region was 67%. Between 2022 and 2025, 77 projects worth 63.6 billion tenge were implemented. Last week, natural gas was supplied to the village of Shagan in the Syrdarya district, and an automated gas distribution station was launched in the Zhanakorgan district. Today, together with you, we are witnessing an event that will give a new impulse to the daily life and well-being of Dür Oңğar residents — the connection to natural gas. As a result of these works, the gasification level of the region will reach 83% this year.I congratulate all residents on the connection to natural gas! This is our common joy! May the ‘blue fuel’ bring warmth to every home and strengthen our homeland!The development of the country begins with the village and its prosperity. The future of the village depends on your hard work and unity. I wish you all strong health, prosperity in your families, and success in your service for the benefit of the region!” said Nurlibek Mashbekuly.At the ceremony, veterans who contributed to the socio-economic development of the district, as well as employees of the contracting company, were awarded Letters of Gratitude from the regional akim. Senator Ruslan Rüstemuly also delivered a congratulatory speech.It should be noted that today the level of gasification in the Karmakshy district is 78%. The connection of Dür Oңğar village — home to over two thousand residents — will raise this figure to 83%. The project was funded with 7.2 billion tenge from the regional budget.A 62.5 km high-pressure gas pipeline was laid from the automated gas distribution station in Zhosaly through the Syrdarya River. In the future, this project will allow more than 10 thousand people in 9 settlements to be gradually connected to the main gas pipeline.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-karmakshy/press/news/details/1112254?lang=kk