Prague, 26 August 2026 - Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Czech Republic Kairat Abdrakhmanov met with Deputy Minister of the Environment of the Czech Republic Martin Weiss ahead of his forthcoming visit to Kazakhstan at the head of a Czech delegation.Czech officials, representatives of specialised companies and higher education institutions are expected to discuss with their Kazakh counterparts effective water resource management, the development of municipal water supply systems and modern water treatment technologies. The forthcoming meetings in Astana, Almaty and Karaganda are intended to facilitate direct contacts between Kazakh and Czech organisations, promote the exchange of advanced technologies, and identify opportunities for implementing joint projects.As the Czech delegation will visit Kazakhstan at a time of transformation of the country’s political system, Deputy Minister Martin Weiss was briefed on the outcome of the first elections to the new unicameral Kurultai, as well as on Kazakhstan’s international initiatives in the field of water diplomacy and sustainable water resource management.Particular attention was given to the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Water Organisation under the auspices of the United Nations, aimed at consolidating international efforts in the field of water resources and developing effective collective solutions. The parties also touched upon cooperation between the delegations of the two countries within the framework of the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer.The parties reaffirmed their interest in further developing Kazakh-Czech cooperation in environmental protection, water management, municipal infrastructure, as well as the introduction of modern technologies for water treatment and the sustainable use of water resources.The forthcoming visit of the Czech delegation to Kazakhstan will constitute a practical step towards further strengthening bilateral cooperation and expanding engagement among relevant government institutions, the business community and academia of the two countries, in line with the understandings reached during the visit of Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Andrej Babiš to Kazakhstan in April 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-prague/press/news/details/1282292?lang=ru

RnR Group Dairy Processing Plant is a modern investment project in the food industry aimed at developing domestic production and supplying the capital with high-quality dairy products.Production capacity: more than 100 tonnes of dairy products per day, with an assortment of approximately 40 types of dairy products. Jobs: more than 150The project provides for the production of a wide range of dairy products using modern equipment and technological solutions that ensure high product quality and a stable production process.The project is being implemented with the support of the Akimat of Astana, the Astana City Department for Investment and Entrepreneurship Development, and the Astana Development Center, which provide support throughout the key stages of the investment initiative. https://www.instagram.com/p/DcihukEsS3s/ Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana-uir/press/news/details/1282293?lang=ru

Budapest, 27 August 2026 – The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Hungary, together with Kazakh students studying in Hungary, held a commemorative run dedicated to the International Day against Nuclear Tests, observed annually on 29 August.The event took place on Margaret Island, one of the most scenic locations in the heart of Budapest. Participants completed a symbolic distance of 8.29 km, reflecting the date of 29 August.The initiative aimed to raise awareness of the dangers of nuclear weapons, the grave humanitarian and environmental consequences of nuclear testing, and the importance of achieving a safer future free from nuclear tests.For Kazakhstan, 29 August carries profound historical significance. On this day in 1991, the Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site was officially closed. A total of 456 nuclear tests were conducted at the site, leaving a lasting impact on public health, local communities and the environment.At Kazakhstan’s initiative, on 2 December 2009, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 64/35, proclaiming 29 August as the International Day against Nuclear Tests. This decision became an important milestone in Kazakhstan’s consistent efforts to advance nuclear disarmament, non-proliferation and the vision of a world free from nuclear weapons.The symbolic run in Budapest served as a reminder of the importance of preserving historical memory, strengthening international solidarity and promoting a culture of peace.The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Hungary plans to continue organizing sports initiatives aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle, strengthening team spirit and bringing together the Kazakh community in Hungary.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/1282295?lang=ru

Ypres, Belgium, 28 August 2026 – On the eve of the International Day against Nuclear Tests and the 35th anniversary of the closure of the Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Belgium Roman Vassilenko and Mayor of Ypres Katrien Desomer paid tribute to the victims of nuclear testing and human-made disasters.The Ambassador and the Mayor laid flowers at the monument presented by Kazakhstan to the city of Ypres in 2010 and observed a minute of silence in memory of the victims.“The experiences of Semey and Ypres remind us of a simple but important truth: peace cannot be taken for granted. It must be preserved through our common efforts and passed on to future generations,” said Roman Vassilenko.On 29 August 1991, the Semipalatinsk Nuclear Test Site, where 456 nuclear tests had been conducted over more than four decades, was closed. Kazakhstan subsequently voluntarily renounced one of the world’s largest nuclear arsenals, making a historic choice in favour of peace and security.At Kazakhstan’s initiative, the United Nations General Assembly designated 29 August as the International Day against Nuclear Tests, which serves as an annual reminder to the international community of the consequences of nuclear testing and the need to achieve its complete cessation.“Ypres and Semey share a special bond and a commitment to preserving historical memory. It is important that the lessons of the past are passed on to future generations and contribute to strengthening peace,” said Mayor of Ypres Katrien Desomer.Particular attention was given to the sister-city partnership between Ypres and Semey. Ypres, which became a symbol of the tragic consequences of the First World War, and Semey, which endured the consequences of nuclear testing, are today united by a common mission: preserving historical memory and promoting a culture of peace.Roman Vassilenko and Katrien Desomer reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening ties between the two cities, including through cultural, educational and youth projects. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brussels/press/news/details/1282280?lang=ru

Today, August 28th, 2020, a roundtable discussion was held at the Kostanay Regional Akimat's Employment and Social Programs Coordination Department. At the initiative of the public association of visually impaired persons, "The World Through Our Eyes," a roundtable discussion was held. The roundtable included representatives from the Regional Akimat's Department of Social Welfare Regulation and Control, the Kostanay Regional Akimat's Employment and Social Programs Coordination Department, the Kostanay City Akimat's Employment and Social Programs Department, the Kostanay City Akimat's Physical Culture and Sports Department, and the Kostanay City Akimat's Education Department.The event focused on current issues of social support for persons with disabilities, the operation of the Social Services Portal, the provision of social assistance, the protection of rights, and ensuring accessibility.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-zhumys-aleumettik-korgau/press/news/details/1282281?lang=ru