PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS:Children of the Kazakh diaspora aged 11–15 are invited to participate.To participate, contestants must record a video featuring expressive reading, a theatrical performance, or a creative improvisation based on any work by Ybyrai Altynsarin.Along with the video recording, participants must send the following information to the organizers’ email address no later than May 28, 2026: full name, country, contact number, date of birth (year, month, day), and a copy of the international passport to: oqbaiqau@gmail.comBoth individual and group formats are accepted (groups must not exceed 2 participants).Creative works are welcome, including poems, musical performances, decorations, props, and any other theatrical elements.The performance duration must be 1–4 minutes.Participants must ensure good video quality and clear voice audio.The best works will be published on official platforms and social media. TIMELINEApplications are accepted until May 28, 2026. AWARDSThe 15 best participants will receive vouchers to the “JAS QAZAQ–2026” kazakh etho camp. The voucher covers two weeks of camp training, accommodation, meals, and participation in various activities. Travel expenses to and from the camp must be covered by the participant independently.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-gorgan/press/news/details/1217289?lang=kk

Geneva, 7-8 May 2026. The delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan took part in the Swiss OSCE Chairpersonship Conference dedicated to Anticipating technologies – for a safe and humane future that held in Geneva.The event was opened by the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office, Swiss Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis and OSCE Secretary General Feridun Sinirlioğlu. The conference brought together approximately 200 representatives from OSCE participating States, Partners for Co-operation, international organizations, academia, the private sector and civil society.Speaking at the panel session “Anticipating Water and Energy Security in the Digital Age”, the representative of Kazakhstan pointed out that water and energy security issues are of strategic importance to the country, directly impacting sustainable development, food security, and regional stability.It was emphasized that given the limited water resources, high dependence on transboundary rivers, the impacts of climate change and growing demand, Kazakhstan is shifting from a reactive water management model to a predictive one based on data, digital platforms and artificial intelligence.As part of the digitalization of the water sector, Kazakhstan intends to implement a National Digital Water Resources System by the end of 2026. It is expected to improve the accuracy of monitoring, forecasting and water resource allocation as well as ensure greater transparency in water use.Particular attention was paid to the role of artificial intelligence in improving water use efficiency. In this regard, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's position that artificial intelligence is becoming the foundation of the new global economy and that big data is a critical resource was noted. Kazakhstan considers the development of artificial intelligence as a key strategic priority and aims to widely implement it in the economy, including industry, energy, agriculture and logistics.Furthermore, Kazakhstan’s approaches presented to the development of nuclear energy. It was noted that the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Atomic Energy has been established to ensure the systematic and sustainable development of the industry and a national nuclear cluster is being formed, uniting industry, science and education. As part of the strategy approved by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Kazakhstan is planning to build at least three nuclear power plants by 2060.In conclusion, the Kazakh delegation emphasized that water and energy security should be considered comprehensively and it requires the implementation of modern technologies, the strengthening of institutions and the expansion of international cooperation. In this context, the relevance of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's initiative to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the UN was noted.Kazakhstan called on its OSCE partners to support further dialogue on water management and water security and to promote this initiative at the international level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-vienna/press/news/details/1217283?lang=kk

Astana, 11 May 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federative Republic of Brazil Mauro Vieira, who arrived in Kazakhstan on an official visit.During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues related to bilateral cooperation, including political, trade-economic, and cultural-humanitarian interaction, as well as coordination within international organizations and multilateral platforms.The foreign ministers noted with satisfaction the steady development of political contacts, including systematic interparliamentary engagement and the mechanism of political consultations, which enables the two countries to regularly exchange views on pressing bilateral, regional, and international issues.“Kazakhstan views Brazil as a key and reliable partner in Latin America. Today’s talks confirmed the mutual interest in further deepening cooperation and implementing new joint initiatives,” noted Minister Kosherbayev.Particular attention was paid to trade-economic and investment cooperation. The parties noted the positive dynamics of bilateral trade, which reached 295 million US dollars in 2025, and emphasized the significant potential for further expanding cooperation in industry, agriculture, energy, and investment.The strategic importance of transport and transit potential with access to international markets was also highlighted. Kazakhstan and Brazil are well positioned to serve as mutual “gateways” to Eurasia and Latin America respectively.Within the framework of the international agenda, Kazakhstan and Brazil reaffirmed their commitment to the peaceful settlement of conflicts in accordance with international law and the UN Charter, and also noted the convergence of their approaches on global climate issues.In this context, the Kazakh Foreign Minister presented the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Water Organization within the UN system.Following the talks, the parties expressed confidence in the further strengthening of Kazakh-Brazilian cooperation and in giving new impetus to the development of bilateral partnership.As part of the visit, a business forum was also organized with the participation of leading business representatives of the two countries, during which B2B and B2G meetings were held. The participants discussed prospects for the implementation of joint projects in such priority areas as high-tech agriculture, water resource management, and digital technologies.Following the event, memoranda of understanding were signed between the ministries of agriculture of the two countries in the field of livestock breeding, as well as between KAZAKH INVEST and ApexBrasil.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1217285?lang=kk

An important project aimed at supporting youth civic engagement and public initiatives will be implemented in the city of Kostanay. A project for the improvement of one of the children's playgrounds, proposed by schoolchildren, became the winner within the framework of the "Participatory Budgeting" program.The initiative includes the improvement of a children's playground.The proposed project successfully passed the expert selection at the akimat (local administration) and was admitted to the voting stage among residents. As a result, the initiative received 322 votes and took first place among the participants.According to the press service of the Nazarbayev Intellectual School, the initiative, which received public support, is aimed at creating a safe and comfortable environment for children and residents of the courtyard. This is a vivid example of how the younger generation actively participates in public life and makes a real contribution to the development of their hometown.The practical implementation phase of the project will begin soon. It is expected that this initiative will contribute to the improvement of urban infrastructure, increasing the accessibility and comfort of public spaces. Furthermore, this experience is considered an effective example of supporting civic initiatives and enhancing the social responsibility of youth.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1217278?lang=kk

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