Today, a briefing was held at the Regional Communications Service of Shymkent on the results of safety measures during the heating season. The meeting was attended by the acting head of the State Fire Control Department of the Shymkent Department of Emergency Situations, civil defense major Ordabek Rauan Nurlybekovich, and the deputy head of the city's Environmental Quality and Control Department Abdinurov Malik Kuttymbetovich. As it became known during the briefing, large-scale preventive measures were carried out in Shymkent during the 2025–2026 heating season to prevent fires and toxic gas poisoning. 62,589 residential buildings were visited in the city, and 148,385 residents were explained the requirements for fire safety and gas safety. Of these, 1,073 families from socially vulnerable categories were covered. Together with the district akimats, a detailed list of socially vulnerable groups was developed and targeted work was carried out with them. As a result, 123 gas detection devices were installed and the chimneys of 55 residential buildings were cleaned. Special attention was also paid to informing the population. 293 materials were published in the media, and 370 propaganda campaigns were carried out in microdistricts through loudspeakers. In addition, 130 information materials were distributed on social networks. 103 interactive and open lessons were held in educational institutions, involving 4,980 students, and 37 excursions were organized in fire departments, involving 819 students. 190 meetings and 84 instructions were held throughout the city, involving 6,232 residents. Also, on December 2, 2025, a performance on the theme "Fire Safety" was shown at the Shymkent City Puppet and Youth Theater, in which about 200 children participated. 12 educational videos, filmed to increase safety culture, were distributed through parent chats on WhatsApp. The measures taken have yielded results. The number of fires has decreased by 39 percent compared to last year, from 81 to 49 cases. The number of deaths due to fires has been halved, and the number of injuries has been halved. However, the increase in cases of natural and toxic gas poisoning during the heating season is of concern. Since October 1, 2025, the "112" service has received 99 reports of gas poisoning. This is 18 percent more than last year. The number of deaths from gas poisoning has tripled, and the number of people with mild poisoning has increased by 28 percent. According to experts, the main causes of such situations are malfunctions of gas water heaters and boilers, improper installation, lack of draft, and untimely maintenance of gas equipment. In this regard, systematic work is continuing to strengthen gas safety in the city. The Shymkent City Gas Technical Service, a municipal state institution under the Department of Urban Environmental Quality and Control, has identified dangerous areas and designated "red zones" and "risk zones". The red zone includes "Samal-3", "Akzhaiyk", "Nursat", "Kunshygys", "Kaytpas", "8 microdistricts", while the risk zones include "Samal-1, 2", "11 microdistricts", "Sairam", "17 microdistricts", "Koksai", "Kyzylzhar", "112 district", "5 microdistricts", "Karasu". Special control is imposed on compliance with gas safety requirements in these areas. In 2025, preventive measures were carried out in 231,014 residential buildings across the city, including 105,533 multi-storey and 125,481 individual residential buildings, as well as 3,185 business facilities. As a result, 231,000 gas safety brochures were distributed. In 2026, explanatory work was carried out in 39,372 residential buildings and 159 business facilities, and 32,000 brochures were distributed. In addition, administrative measures are being taken against citizens who violate the safety requirements for gas consumption and the use of gas equipment. In 2025, 117 people were brought to administrative responsibility under Article 306 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and 19 people under Article 305, with a total fine of more than 2 million tenge. And in 2026, 36 people were brought to administrative responsibility under these articles. Experts urge residents to strictly follow safety requirements when using gas and heating equipment, and to promptly notify the relevant services if any malfunctions are detected.

Madrid, 9th February 2026 – The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Spain, Danat Mussayev, held talks with the Secretary of State for Energy of Spain, Joan Groizard.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of energy cooperation, placing particular emphasis on sustainable development of the sector, the energy transition, improving energy efficiency, and the introduction of modern technological solutions.The Ambassador presented to the Spanish side the priority areas of Kazakhstan’s state policy in the energy sector, including measures aimed at modernizing infrastructure, strengthening the energy balance, and developing renewable energy sources.For his part, the Secretary of State expressed interest in further expanding cooperation and shared Spain’s national experience in the field of “green” energy, adapting energy systems to modern challenges, and ensuring energy security.At the conclusion of the meeting, sides confirmed their readiness to continue dialogue and to further explore promising areas of bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-madrid/press/news/details/1158782?lang=kk

On 10 February 2026, a meeting was held between Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Uzbekistan Beibut Atamkulov and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bobur Usmanov.The meeting was a continuation of the earlier talks held with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan B. Saidov in January 2026 and was aimed at a more detailed discussion of current cooperation issues.The parties reviewed the schedule of bilateral events and major international activities planned for the current year, as well as upcoming meetings of joint intergovernmental and sectoral cooperation mechanisms.Ambassador B. Atamkulov also briefed the Uzbek side on the constitutional reforms in the Republic of Kazakhstan and the forthcoming referendum in the country.He informed about the preparations for the Regional Ecological Summit to be held in April 2026 in Astana, including the organization of numerous events in the fields of ecology, sustainable development, and education. In this context, the Ambassador presented the Uzbek side with the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan K. K. Tokayev to establish an International Water Organization within the UN system, as well as proposals for its implementation.In turn, B. Usmanov noted the strong interest of the Uzbek side in the constitutional reforms in the Republic of Kazakhstan and expressed sincere support for the upcoming referendum.The Deputy Minister also confirmed his readiness to actively participate in the planned events and highly appreciated the initiatives put forward by the Republic of Kazakhstan at the international level.The meeting also included an exchange of views on the protection of citizens’ rights, cooperation within multilateral frameworks, including the OIC and the UN ESCAP, as well as other issues.The meeting was held in a constructive and businesslike atmosphere.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tashkent/press/news/details/1158774?lang=kk

Female Penal Colony Staff in Abai Region Help Pavlodar Resident Safely Return HomeStaff members of the female penal colony of the Abai regional correctional system assisted a Pavlodar resident and his minor son who were trapped in the snow after a long visit with his wife.Due to a sudden deterioration in weather conditions, their car was completely covered in snow, and the family could not continue their journey home on their own.The 52-year-old man had come to the facility with his 15-year-old son to visit his wife, who is serving a sentence. While they were on this extended visit in the village of Shuak, the weather suddenly worsened — strong winds and heavy snowfall made travel impossible. As a result, the family’s car was completely buried in snow and could not move.Finding themselves in a difficult situation far from home, the man and his son struggled to get the vehicle out. The facility staff on duty noticed the situation and immediately came to their aid. Using their own efforts and official equipment, they cleared the snow, freed the car from the drifts, and ensured the family could continue their journey safely.Thanks to the coordinated and prompt actions of the colony staff, the family was able to depart safely and return to Pavlodar."My son and I found ourselves in a very difficult situation — the car was completely covered in snow, a blizzard was raging around us, and the road was barely visible. Honestly, I was at a loss and didn’t know how to get out. At that moment, the colony staff came to help. They did not just perform their duties, but showed true human compassion. It meant a lot to me to feel that caring people were there in a difficult moment. I sincerely thank everyone who helped us return home safely," shared the Pavlodar resident."Our staff are always ready to help people, regardless of the circumstances. In this situation, it was not just about fulfilling official duties, but also about human responsibility, care, and support. We are proud that our team acted promptly, worked together, and did not leave people in trouble," said the head of the facility, Ualikhan Zhumashev.Such cases once again confirm that employees of the penal system not only maintain order and security but also demonstrate high moral standards by assisting citizens in difficult life situations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ps/press/news/details/1158760?lang=kk

In an environment of openness and constant interaction between the state and society, issues of official ethics take on particular significance. The level of public trust in government agencies, the quality of services provided, and the overall image of the civil service directly depend on the behavior of civil servants.In the Republic of Kazakhstan, standards of official ethics are enshrined in the Ethical Code of Civil Servants of the Republic of Kazakhstan, approved by Decree No. 153 of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated December 29, 2015.Basic Principles of Official EthicsThe Ethical Code establishes that, when performing official duties, civil servants are obligated to:• observe the law, principles of fairness, and impartiality;• respect the rights and legitimate interests of citizens;• avoid actions that undermine trust in the civil service;• be polite, correct, and tactful when interacting with citizens.Off-duty Conduct and ReputationThe Ethical Code applies not only to off-duty activities. Civil servants must remember that their off-duty behavior, including social media activity, also impacts the reputation of the civil service.The Code stipulates that civil servants must:• refrain from actions that could provoke public condemnation;• prevent the dissemination of false information;• adhere to generally accepted standards of morality and business ethics.Responsibility for Violating Ethical StandardsViolating the requirements of the Code of Ethics may result in disciplinary action. The primary goal of the Ethics Commissioner is to prevent violations and foster a culture of conscientious and respectful behavior, not punitive measures.In conclusion, it should be noted that service ethics is not a formality, but an important tool for improving the quality of civil service. Polite treatment of citizens, adherence to business communication standards, and the personal responsibility of each civil servant contribute to strengthening public trust in the state and fostering a positive image of the civil service as a whole.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1158764?lang=kk