An extraordinary meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission on Crime Prevention was held under the chairmanship of Shymkent Mayor Gabit Syzdykbekov. The meeting was attended by heads of law enforcement and special agencies, maslikhat deputies, members of the Public Council, and media representatives. During the meeting, participants discussed the current crime situation in the city, the effectiveness of preventative measures, and issues of interdepartmental cooperation in ensuring public safety. Acting Head of the Shymkent City Police Department Arman Beisenbaev, Head of the City Department of the Committee on Legal Statistics and Special Records Orken Seitov, and Deputy City Prosecutor Rashid Amirov delivered reports on the agenda items. During the meeting, the city mayor noted that crime prevention must remain a key priority for government agencies. In light of the new Law "On Crime Prevention," he also emphasized the need to strengthen preventive measures at the local level, identify risks early, and implement a comprehensive approach. "The primary focus should be on the early detection of offenses. Prevention is the responsibility not only of law enforcement agencies but of the entire government apparatus. This work must be systematic and ongoing," noted Gabit Syzdykbekov. The mayor also emphasized the need to strengthen efforts to prevent serious crimes, including juvenile suicide. "Unfortunately, such tragic incidents do occur, and this cannot be denied. Their prevention is the responsibility not only of law enforcement agencies but of society as a whole. At home, it's parents, at school, it's teachers, and on the streets, every citizen bears responsibility. Therefore, it's necessary to conduct extensive information and awareness campaigns across all sectors. Strengthening prevention is especially important," the city mayor emphasized. Following the meeting, the city mayor issued a number of specific instructions to those responsible. Law enforcement agencies and district mayors were instructed to establish a systematic, collaborative, and coordinated approach. Press service of the Akim of Shymkent

An extraordinary meeting of the Interdepartmental Commission for the Prevention of Crimes was held under the chairmanship of the Mayor of Shymkent, Gabit Syzdykbekov. The meeting was attended by heads of law enforcement and special agencies, deputies of the Maslikhat, members of the Public Council, and representatives of the mass media. During the meeting, the participants considered the current crime situation in the city, the effectiveness of preventive measures being taken, as well as issues of interdepartmental interaction in ensuring public safety. The Acting Head of the Shymkent City Police Department Arman Beisenbayev, the Head of the City Department of the Committee for Legal Statistics and Special Accounting Orken Seitov, and the Deputy City Prosecutor Rashid Amirov made reports on the issues on the agenda. During the meeting, the city akim noted that crime prevention should remain one of the main priorities of state bodies. He also emphasized the need to strengthen preventive measures at the local level, identify threats at an early stage, and implement an integrated approach in connection with the entry into force of the new Law "On Crime Prevention". "The main emphasis should be placed on early detection of offenses. Prevention is a common task not only of law enforcement agencies, but also of the entire state apparatus. This work must be carried out systematically and consistently," said Gabit Syzdykbekov. The head of the megacity also noted the need to pay special attention to the prevention of serious offenses, including suicides among minors. "Unfortunately, such tragic situations occur in Shymkent, and this cannot be denied. Their prevention is the responsibility not only of law enforcement agencies, but of the entire society. At home - parents, at school - teachers, on the street - every citizen is responsible. Therefore, large-scale information and explanatory work should be carried out in all areas. Strengthening prevention is of great importance," the city mayor noted. The city akim assigned a number of specific tasks to those responsible. He instructed law enforcement agencies and district akims to create a system for each other and work together and in harmony. Press service of the Shymkent city mayor

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Thirty-two commercial documents were signed on the sidelines of the business forum. The signed agreements are aimed at developing and deepening Kazakh-Pakistani cooperation in finance, logistics, industry, energy, agro-industrial complex, digital services, and infrastructure.The largest industrial agreement signed during the visit was a contract between Kazakhstan's Falcon EuroBus LLP and Pakistan's QCC International for the supply of domestically produced electric buses to Pakistan, valued at $108 million. This document is of strategic importance for promoting Kazakhstan's mechanical engineering and strengthening the "Made in Kazakhstan" brand in international markets, opening up additional opportunities for expanding the export portfolio and further localizing high-tech products.A significant set of agreements focused on launching joint investment mechanisms and developing a financial infrastructure for cooperation. Specifically, Samruk-Kazyna JSC and the Fauji Group of Companies agreed to create a joint investment platform for the selection and implementation of projects in Kazakhstan and Pakistan. JSC Baiterek Research Holding is expanding its partnership opportunities in project and trade finance through collaboration with Habib Bank Limited, and in the transport and logistics segment through cooperation with TCS Private Limited.Furthermore, Freedom Holding Corp. and JSC Freedom Bank Kazakhstan signed a number of agreements with their Pakistani partners. Specifically, an agreement was signed with Meezan Bank Limited to develop correspondent relations and international settlements worth USD 20 million, as well as agreements aimed at developing cross-border financial and digital services.A significant number of agreements relate to the transport and logistics sector. For example, JSC NC Kazakhstan Temir Zholy and National Logistics Corporation agreed to cooperate in multimodal transportation and transit. JSC Kazposhta signed memorandums with Pakistan Post and TCS Private Limited, providing for the development of postal and logistics infrastructure and the implementation of digital solutions. Furthermore, the Aktau International Sea Trade Port and the Port of Karachi reached agreements on developing port logistics and expanding cooperation.Also, in the industrial sector, agreements were reached to establish a joint venture for sugar production in the Zhetysu region between KazFoodProducts and Almoiz Group with an investment of $20 million, and a memorandum was signed between Kusto Group and QazTrade to develop construction materials production worth $20 million.In the chemical and processing industries, agreements were signed between BARK Qazaqstan LLP and relevant Pakistani entities, as well as a memorandum on the launch of chemical production in the Kyzylorda region between NorSon Chemical Industries and the Baikonur Agricultural Production Cooperative.A separate set of agreements covers digital services, IT, and telecommunications. Astana Hub and IGNITE Pakistan signed a memorandum of cooperation on developing startup ecosystems, while QazCode and Jazz Pakistan agreed to collaborate in the telecommunications sector.Additional agreements were signed on digital solutions and artificial intelligence, as well as on the integration of payment services.In the educational and medical fields, memorandums were signed between Astana Medical University and Maroof International Hospital, as well as agreements between iTech KZ and Gift University, aimed at expanding cooperation.In the space industry, Kazakhstan Gharysh Sapary JSC and SUPARCO agreed on scientific and technical cooperation and the exchange of satellite data.Additionally, agreements were signed in the field of Islamic finance between Otbasy Bank and Meezan Bank Limited, as well as memorandums aimed at developing the agro-industrial complex and strengthening business ties between trade and industrial organizations of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1155035?lang=kk

On February 4, 2026, a city-wide meeting was held at the Akimat (city administration) of Kostanay, dedicated to discussing the draft of the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The event was attended by heads of state institutions, deputies of the maslikhat (local representative body), members of public councils, representatives of non-governmental organizations, educational institutions, and labor collectives.During the meeting, the key provisions of the draft new Constitution were discussed in detail. These provisions are aimed at the further development of democratic institutions, strengthening the principles of the rule of law, expanding citizen participation in state governance, and increasing the accountability of government bodies to society.It was noted that the discussion of the Constitution is an important stage in involving citizens in the processes of state governance and shaping legal culture.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1154967?lang=kk