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On November 14, 2025, bilateral meetings were held in Tashkent between Zhandos Duisembiev, Chairman of the State Revenue Committee, and the heads of Uzbekistan's customs and tax authorities.The main topic of the talks with Akmalkhuja Mavlonov, Chairman of the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan, was improving the efficiency of border checkpoints.Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan agreed to expedite «single-window» clearance and implement digital technologies that will: speed up vehicle clearance, reduce border waiting times, increase the transparency of all operations at checkpoints. Direct integration of the information systems of the customs authorities of the two countries will eliminate unnecessary intermediary services and, accordingly, reduce business costs, where the transferred data will be used in customs clearance and converted into transit declarations, eliminating unnecessary paperwork.The parties also agreed to modernize key transport routes. Developing these corridors will make transportation predictable and transparent, increase cargo turnover, and expand opportunities for investment and joint projects.This will strengthen economic ties and enhance the region's importance as a transit hub.Following the meeting, two important agreements were signed that will make life easier for citizens and businesses. Agreement on the exchange of information on individuals' vehicles. This document will expedite border crossings for citizens, reduce bureaucratic procedures, and ensure the prompt exchange of data between the two countries. Citizens will be able to undergo border control more quickly and conveniently.Agreement on simplifying procedures for the movement of goods and vehicles. This agreement aims to automate key processes, expedite cargo clearance, and increase the transit potential of the corridors between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. Businesses will benefit from more predictable delivery times and reduced administrative costs.The signed documents open a new stage of cooperation and lay the foundation for further digitalization and growth in mutual trade.On the same day, at a meeting with Sherzod Kudbiyev, Chairman of the Tax Committee of Uzbekistan, issues of improving tax administration and exchanging best practices for modernizing tax systems were discussed.Particular attention was paid to upcoming changes to the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, digital tax control tools, and international experience in administration.The parties considered the possibility of creating a sustainable mechanism for exchanging information on transactions with digital assets and cryptocurrencies. This will improve the transparency of such transactions, reduce risks, and prevent violations of tax legislation.The negotiations were an important step in strengthening the partnership and identified areas for further joint work in the interests of citizens and businesses of both countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1106075?lang=kk

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Vaduz, November 14 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Liechtenstein concurrently Kairat Sarzhanov took part in the Ambassadors' Information Day, addressed to the diplomatic corps. The Prime Minister of the Principality of Liechtenstein Brigitte Haas presented the government's program for 2025-2029 «Forming the state, ensuring the future – working together for tomorrow». In turn, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sabine Monauni noted that Liechtenstein will continue to actively promote the observance of international law as the basis of a stable world order as a priority of foreign policy. During the event, Ambassador of Kazakhstan and Foreign Minister S.Monauni exchanged views on current issues of bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-bern/press/news/details/1106049?lang=kk

A large-scale meeting under the slogan "The Power of Law Begins with Consciousness" was held in Shymkent, bringing together over 500 students and law enforcement officials. The event became one of the most open platforms for direct dialogue between young people and government agencies. Dialogue without intermediaries The organizers eschewed the participation of experts and NGOs, giving students the opportunity to interact directly with those responsible for city security. Present in the hall were the Deputy Mayor of Shymkent, the heads of the police, the heads of the cybercrime departments, and the city prosecutor, Gabit Mukanov. The conversation was lively, honest, and constructive: the young people came not to listen to lectures, but to discuss real problems. Main topics of the meeting Corruption. Students asked questions about whistleblower protection, punishment for violators, and everyday manifestations of corruption. Prosecutor Gabit Mukanov emphasized that fighting corruption requires not only laws but also a new culture of values, which the younger generation can foster. Internet fraud. Over 60% of police reports today are related to online scams. Law enforcement officials discussed popular scams and protection measures, and students proposed creating a volunteer group for digital education. Bullying. A sensitive topic that touched upon most of the participants. They discussed psychological pressure, bullying in chat rooms, and the lack of effective response mechanisms. Deputy Akim Särsen Küranbek noted the need for teacher training and the creation of trusted channels for reporting complaints. Gambling addiction. Students discussed the growing addiction to online casinos. Law enforcement cited examples of closed underground gambling halls, and young people proposed strengthening prevention efforts: lectures, anonymous consultations, and social campaigns. Social threats. The topics of stress, depression, social media manipulation, and attempts to lure teenagers into destructive movements were discussed. Law enforcement officials emphasized the need for prevention and digital security. Result: creation of the "Ambassadors of Change" movement Following a three-hour discussion, students and government officials agreed to launch a new youth movement, "Ambassadors of Change." It will focus on legal education, bullying and gambling prevention, promoting anti-corruption values, digital security, and participating in joint projects with law enforcement. The initiative will not be formal—the main emphasis will be on the real participation of young people in solving socially significant problems. Speech by the city prosecutor At the end of the meeting, Gabit Mukanov emphasized that respect for the law begins with personal responsibility, and that young people are capable of changing social norms faster than government reforms. He expressed confidence that the "Ambassadors of Change" will become an example of youth active participation in strengthening law and order. Why the meeting was significant • direct dialogue between students and government officials; • frank discussion of “uncomfortable” topics; • the willingness of law enforcement to listen and respond; • launch of a new social movement; • high youth involvement. Youth is the driving force of change The meeting demonstrated that students want to do more than just listen; they want to be partners with the state, participate in shaping a legal culture, and make the city safer. The Ambassadors of Change project could mark the beginning of a new wave of civic activism and a modern understanding of the rule of law.

The two-day citywide command and staff exercise "Kys-2025," aimed at practicing civil defense responses to winter emergencies, concluded in Shymkent. Participants demonstrated a high level of preparedness and coordination in responding to accidents and disasters. During the exercises, special attention was paid to actions in the event of accidents at vital infrastructure facilities—water supply, heating, and power supply systems—as well as the elimination of traffic jams on roads. On the first day of the exercise, public alerting activities took place. The "Attention everyone!" signal was sounded throughout the city, after which information was disseminated via digital and cable television and radio channels. During the theoretical part, task forces simulated emergency scenarios and developed decision-making proposals. As part of the practical activities, a scenario was simulated in which intense snowmelt caused river and canal water levels to rise in the Karatau, Yenbekshinsky, and Turansky districts, posing a risk of flooding. Civil defense services evacuated residents, cleared riverbeds of debris, reinforced dams, and ensured the smooth operation of utility and energy systems. On the second day of the exercise, several simulated emergencies were addressed. For example, at a facility operated by JSC 3-Energoortalyk, a gas pipeline exploded and a fire broke out, causing some boilers to fail. Rescuers evacuated workers, extinguished the fire, and carried out restoration work. Additionally, another simulated gas pipeline explosion occurred on the A-2 road in the Turansky district, and a transformer failure occurred in the Karatau district, causing temporary gas and electricity outages in neighborhoods. All emergency services quickly organized the evacuation of residents and emergency response operations. The "Kys-2025" exercise demonstrated the high level of preparedness of city services for winter emergencies. It involved task forces from local executive bodies, units of the Department of Emergency Situations, the Police Department, the Health Department, as well as specialists from OңtүstіkZharyқTranzit LLP, the State Institution "Kazseldenқorғau," and military personnel from military units No. 35748 and No. 6506. Practical activities were conducted at 11 training sites, with 216 personnel and 41 units of equipment participating in the exercises. Deputy Head of the Shymkent Department of Emergency Situations, Zh. Dzhabayev, noted that the exercises confirmed the services' ability to quickly respond to any winter emergency, and emphasized the importance of such events for increasing the level of preparedness of all involved agencies. The exercises became an important stage in preparing city services for potential winter emergencies and demonstrated their readiness to quickly respond and eliminate the consequences of accidents.

In order to respond to emergency situations that may arise during the winter period and eliminate their consequences, the city command and staff exercises "Winter-2025" were held for two days in Shymkent. The exercises were aimed at testing the readiness of the civil defense system and developing effective methods of responding to emergency situations. The main task of the exercises was to develop measures for rapid response to emergency situations that may arise in the winter in the city and eliminate their consequences. Analyzing emergency situations from previous years, special attention was paid to possible accidents in the water and energy supply systems and the elimination of traffic jams on highways. On the first day of the exercises, public awareness activities were held. The citywide “Attention!” alert was sounded, and information was broadcast via digital and cable television and radio channels. In addition, the operational teams of the city headquarters modeled scenarios for possible emergency situations and developed recommendations for decision-making in these situations. After the theoretical part, practical activities were held. During this period, measures to prevent possible threats to the city's life support systems were developed. In the practical part of the second day, several conditional emergency situations were eliminated. Due to the abundant melting of snow in the Karatau, Enbekshi and Turan districts, the water level in rivers and canals rose, creating a threat of flooding. Specialists cleaned water channels and canals, strengthened dams, and evacuated the population to safe areas. In addition, work was carried out to ensure the operation of engineering and electrical systems. On the second day, several more conditional emergencies were resolved. A gas pipeline burst and a fire broke out at the facility of JSC "3-Energoortalyk" in the Enbekshy district of the city, as a result of which a number of boilers failed. Rescuers and emergency services evacuated the facility's employees, extinguished the fire, and carried out restoration work. Several small areas were left without gas and electricity as a result of a gas pipeline explosion on the A-2 highway in the Turan district and a transformer failure in the Karatau district. Services quickly organized evacuation and emergency restoration measures. As a result of the exercises, all conditional emergencies were eliminated in a timely manner, and the civil protection services demonstrated a high level of readiness and coordination. As noted by the Deputy Head of the Shymkent Emergency Situations Department, Zh. Zhabayev, the exercises proved that the services are ready to respond promptly to any emergency situation during the winter period. The exercises were attended by operational teams of local executive bodies of Shymkent, departments of the Emergency Situations Department, Police Department, Health Department, as well as personnel of OntustikZharykTranzit LLP, the state institution Kazseldenkorgau, and military units No. 35748 and No. 6506. Practical activities were held at 11 points, involving 216 employees and 41 special equipment. The set goals were fully achieved, and the tasks were carried out in conditions as close to real conditions as possible. The exercises demonstrated the readiness of the civil defense system for emergencies during the winter period.

On November 14, the second Forum of Agricultural Workers was held, dedicated to the Year of Working Professions. The event brought together agricultural industry experts from all regions of the country. The forum discussed key areas of agricultural development, including the introduction of digital technologies and improving the efficiency of agricultural production. The Head of State got acquainted with the modern exposition of digital solutions presented by domestic manufacturers.A special part of the forum was the state awards ceremony. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted 30 industry leaders, expressing gratitude for their many years of work and contribution to the development of agriculture.Representatives of Kostanay region were also awarded a high state award.:•Alexander Kisel, Chief agronomist of the Abil farm in Kostanay region, was awarded the Order of Enbek Danky, III degree.•Tursunbai Sadvakasov, Director of "Uykesken" LLP in Kostanay, also received the Order of "Enbek danky" of the III degree.The President's awarding of state awards to our countrymen was a high assessment of their professionalism, dedication and significant contribution to the development of the agro-industrial complex of the region. This recognition underlines that the work of Kostanay farmers deserves respect at the highest level.The Forum confirmed the importance and strategic role of agriculture, becoming a platform where the best workers in the industry received well-deserved recognition.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1106033?lang=kk

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev asked the newly created Working Group to carefully study all aspects and make recommendations on establishing mutually beneficial cooperation. The Head of State also emphasized the strategic nature of expanding integration in the transport and transit sector. In particular, measures have been taken to optimize tariffs, reduce administrative barriers, develop border infrastructure, and modernize checkpoints. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev believes that the governments of both countries need to create favorable conditions for all participants in the logistics chain and solve infrastructure, regulatory, and institutional challenges. In addition, the Head of State noted that it is urgent to continue effective cooperation in the development of the Trans-Caspian international transport route, the North-South corridor, as well as the railway route through Afghanistan. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev called on the Uzbek side to establish a partnership and implement logistics projects at the ports of Aktau and Kuryk in order to jointly develop the Trans-Caspian international transport route. The President of Kazakhstan noted that constructive cooperation in the water and energy sectors is of great importance, since the rational use of water resources of transboundary rivers is one of the main factors contributing to the sustainable progress of both countries. On this occasion, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed that the governments of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan develop systematic measures to coordinate approaches to water management policy.

– We welcome the full use of the potential of mutual cooperation. Therefore, we have expressed our readiness to work hard in this direction. First of all, special attention should be paid to the trade and economic sphere. To develop trade, it is necessary to search for new opportunities for growth, expand the range of goods, and take measures to stimulate non-primary exports. In this regard, it is important to qualitatively implement the Program for Increasing Mutual Trade Turnover. We expect concrete results from the work of the Council of Regional Heads, which is being established today, as well as the Business Council and other bilateral mechanisms, such as the UzKazTrade joint trading company, - said the President of Kazakhstan. According to the Head of State, there is great potential for cooperation in the agricultural sector. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed, rather than simple trade, to form a full-fledged production chain for processing meat, wheat, and oilseeds, and to jointly develop livestock farming and organic farming. In addition, the President has high hopes for industrial cooperation. – Currently, we have 78 joint projects worth a total of more than one and a half billion dollars ($1.7 billion). It is planned to create more than 15 thousand jobs within their framework. If these projects are fully implemented, our economic and investment integration will significantly strengthen. Today we are launching one of them. We intend to further stimulate Kazakhstan's investments in Uzbekistan. In this regard, we expect the usual support from our Uzbek friends. The "Central Asia" International Industrial Cooperation Center, which is currently under construction, will play an important role in further increasing our industrial capacity, - said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

The agenda of the meeting included issues of cooperation between the two countries in the trade and economy, transport and transit, water and energy, and cultural and humanitarian spheres. The Head of State expressed gratitude to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev for his hospitality and noted that the main goal of his visit is to strengthen the friendship between the two peoples, strengthen good-neighborly relations, as well as develop mutually beneficial cooperation in various fields. – Dear Shavkat Miromonovich, thanks to your hard work, many positive changes are taking place in your country. Important initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of the people have been taken. Uzbekistan is a kindred, brotherly country, a good neighbor and a reliable partner for us. The friendship between the two countries is deep-rooted, and the spiritual values of our peoples are common. Kazakh-Uzbek relations are developing rapidly in the spirit of strategic partnership and alliance, - said the Head of State. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that in a period of turbulent international relations, it is necessary to increase the pace of development of multilateral integration.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed his gratitude to Shavkat Mirziyoyev for the invitation to pay a state visit to Tashkent and for the traditional hospitality. During the meeting, the heads of state discussed in detail the prospects for further development of the Kazakh-Uzbek strategic partnership and alliance. The presidents considered issues of strengthening cooperation in priority areas such as trade, industrial cooperation, transport and logistics, energy, agriculture, water resources, as well as in the cultural and humanitarian spheres. They also exchanged views on topical issues of the regional and international agenda.

A new project aimed at directly receiving residents' opinions and suggestions has been launched in Shymkent. The project "People's Contribution to the Development of Shymkent", initiated by the city's mayor Gabit Syzdykbekov, will allow city residents to freely and easily express their thoughts on the city's prosperity. During the mayor's regular meetings with the public and city tours, citizens receive many suggestions regarding the city's infrastructure, public spaces, and social issues. Now, these comments will be promptly received through a special digital system. As part of the project, special QR codes will be installed in public places, institutions, bus stops, and buses. Any resident who scans the code will be able to submit their suggestions for city development online. This is a simple and accessible feedback format for residents. The mayor of the city, Gabit Abdimazhituly, noted that the main goal of this initiative is to give every citizen the opportunity to contribute to the development of Shymkent. All proposals received from residents are carefully analyzed, and specific decisions are made on the most relevant and effective initiatives for the city. The project is an important step towards strengthening open dialogue between the akimat and residents, ensuring direct public participation in city governance. This initiative will pave the way for residents to actively participate in city life and strengthen shared responsibility for the development of Shymkent.

A new project aimed at directly gathering opinions and suggestions from Shymkent residents has been launched in Shymkent. "Citizens' Contribution to Shymkent's Development," initiated by Shymkent Mayor Gabit Syzdykbekov, provides residents with the opportunity to freely and easily share their ideas for the city's development. During the akim's regular meetings with the public and his tours of the city, many proposals and initiatives regarding city infrastructure, public spaces, and social issues are received from residents. These opinions will now be collected through a dedicated digital system. As part of the project, QR codes will soon be installed in public spaces, institutions, bus stops, and on buses themselves. By scanning the code, any resident will be able to submit their proposals online regarding city development. This is a simple and accessible way for citizens to provide feedback. City Mayor Gabit Abdimazhitovich noted that the main goal of this project is to give every citizen the opportunity to contribute to Shymkent's development. All submitted proposals will be carefully reviewed, and concrete decisions will be made based on the most relevant and useful ideas. This project is an important step in strengthening open dialogue between the city administration and residents, as well as ensuring direct public participation in city governance. This initiative will open the door for residents to actively participate in city life, and will increase shared responsibility for its development.

Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev presented a new stage of comprehensive modernization of the agro-industrial complex at the Agricultural Workers' Forum, setting specific tasks for financing the industry, digitizing it, attracting investment, and developing exports. According to the President, the agricultural sector remains a strategic pillar of the country's economy, so adapting it to modern technology, high productivity, and global competitiveness is a top priority. This year, the volume of preferential loans granted to agriculture exceeded 1 trillion tenge for the first time in the history of Kazakhstan. This is ten times more than the figure five years ago. To increase access to credit, the state introduced guarantee mechanisms. As a result, 1,300 farmers received loans guaranteed by the Damu Fund, and the problem of financing farmers with insufficient property was resolved. In addition, special attention is paid to the production of domestic machinery: 90 percent of the machinery purchased by farmers is produced in Kazakhstan. In order to renew the obsolete fleet of machinery, preferential leasing is used. The depreciation rate has decreased from 90 percent to 70 percent in four years. As part of the President's visit to the United States, a strategic agreement worth $ 2.5 billion was signed with John Deere, and over the next five years, about 3 thousand modern machines will be produced in our country. At the forum, the Head of State emphasized the importance of digitizing agriculture. Artificial intelligence and new technologies are the main tools for increasing productivity and reducing costs. The number of farms using smart farms, agrodrones, satellite monitoring and AI elements is increasing in the country, but these changes have not yet become systematic. Therefore, the Government was instructed to fully integrate information systems in the agricultural sector and create a single digital architecture. The main tasks in this direction are the formation of a digital system that accurately records grain stocks, modernization of elevators and the introduction of an electronic control system. The role of the national agricultural census for effective management of the industry based on the collected data will also increase. The President noted the urgency of increasing foreign investment in the agricultural industry and the production of deeply processed products. Currently, more than 200 investment projects have been prepared, with a total value of about 4 trillion tenge. If in 2023 the share of processed products was 35 percent, this year it reached 50 percent. Next year this figure should be increased to 70 percent. According to Tokayev, the agricultural sector is still limited to exporting raw materials, while deeply processed products can significantly increase the country's economic potential. Therefore, favorable conditions will be created for foreign investors with advanced technology. Kazakhstan's export potential is also expanding significantly. Today, our country is among the world's top 10 grain exporters and is a leader in flour exports. Kazakh grain is exported to Belgium, Portugal, Norway, Great Britain, Vietnam, Morocco and Algeria, in addition to traditional markets. Exports of vegetable oil, oilseeds and mutton are increasing. Last year, Kazakhstan exported about 18 thousand tons of mutton, entering the top ten countries in the world for this product. The volume of agricultural exports today exceeds $ 5 billion. The President noted the need to widely promote the "Qazaq Organicfood" brand in the international market due to the growing demand for environmentally friendly products. To this end, the country has approved standards for organic products and systematic work is underway. The Head of State also touched upon the issue of developing agricultural export logistics. The global demand for beef will grow to 233 million tons in the next ten years. Kazakhstan can become a significant player in this market. However, the system for implementing exports by air transport has not yet been fully established. Therefore, the Government has been instructed to transform the country's largest airports — the hubs of Astana, Almaty, Shymkent, Aktobe, Karaganda and Aktau — into regional logistics centers for agricultural products. This will strengthen the transport infrastructure and create stable export channels. According to President Tokayev, all of these initiatives are aimed at raising the agro-industrial complex to a new level and transforming Kazakhstan into a high-tech, export-oriented, and competitive agrarian power in the global market. As a result of reforms in the agrarian sector, the country's food security will be strengthened, and agriculture will become a driver of the economy.

November 15th - National Currency Day!The Committee for State Revenues congratulates you on National Currency Day! May the financial system of the country develop steadily, and the economy grow stronger year by year.We wish you stability, growth, and new achievements in the financial sector! May the tenge always remain a symbol of Kazakhstan's independence and prosperity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd/press/news/details/1106031?lang=kk

At the Agricultural Workers' Forum, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev gave specific instructions on three main areas of development of the agricultural sector - increasing the potential of livestock farming, regulating land relations, and enhancing water efficiency. The President noted that the potential of livestock farming is not fully realized. There are conditions for raising livestock all year round in all regions of our vast steppe. For this purpose, the state provides subsidies, irrigation of pastures, construction of feedlots, and support for the purchase of pedigree livestock. Last year, more than 60 billion tenge was allocated for this direction. In addition, there is an opportunity to expand the economy through soft loans. The goal is to increase livestock and strengthen Kazakhstan as a major meat exporter. This requires the introduction of a systematic production cycle, proper use of pastures, and a fundamental improvement in the veterinary sector. The President also paid special attention to the land issue. Since 2022, more than 14 million hectares of agricultural land have been returned to the state. The task now is to bring this land into full circulation by the middle of next year. Pastures will be given primarily to rural residents and investors with specific projects. The main tasks in this direction are the revision of the cadastral value, the transfer of land plots through electronic tenders, and the development of a single digital map of land resources. Inefficient land use will now be strictly controlled as an unacceptable problem. The water issue is the backbone of the agricultural sector. The President said that it is necessary to accelerate the modernization of water infrastructure. Currently, 60 percent of water reservoirs are under the control of agriculture, so it is necessary to widely introduce water-saving technologies. In the next three years, water-saving methods should cover at least 1 million hectares of land. Demanding that every penny spent by the state be returned, Tokayev announced that funding would be directed to regions that have increased water efficiency. Agrarian plans and the master plan for water resources management must be fully consistent with each other. According to the President, all initiatives in the agricultural sector should be aimed at delivering tangible results, strengthening the potential of the countryside, and ensuring the country's food security.

This was stated by the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in his speech at the Second Forum of Agricultural Workers. "First of all, I would like to congratulate all agricultural workers on their professional holiday. This is truly a holiday of real workers. Farmers, livestock specialists, peasants - everyone makes a huge contribution to the growth and prosperity of our country. I express my sincere gratitude to you for your hard work. Agriculture is a strategically important sector of our economy. "Today, we are holding the second forum dedicated to agriculture. Many qualified specialists from rural areas have specially come to participate in the collegial meeting. Therefore, today's forum can be called a nationwide meeting. The new speakers expressed their serious thoughts, and the proposals must be carefully considered and taken into account." The Head of State: "This year, our farmers harvested 27 million tons of grain" "Agriculture is always in the spotlight of the state. As President, I attach special importance to the rapid development of this sector." Our people do not say for nothing, "If you sow a crop, the country will be full." Last year, we harvested an abundance of grain, achieving a record high in the last ten years. This year, the autumn harvest was also fruitful. Our farmers harvested 27 million tons of grain. Each region contributed significantly to the national treasury. Among them, Akmola region had the highest figure (7.5 million tons). You know that in September I specially visited the region to see the progress of the harvest."

Today, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev participated in the second Forum of Agricultural Workers and shared his current thoughts on the current state and future development directions of the agro-industrial complex. The forum was attended by more than 2,000 people - farmers, industry specialists, investors, and representatives of public and international organizations. According to the President, the country's economy grew by 6.4% in the first ten months of this year, and agriculture is not lagging behind. Investments in the sector reached 790 billion tenge, an increase of 20%. Over the past three years, labor productivity has increased by 37.3%, and Kazakhstan is in 32nd place in the global food security ranking. At the same time, he noted that the country's agricultural potential has not yet been fully realized. Kazakhstan ranks 6th in the world in terms of pasture land and 8th in terms of arable land. Therefore, the main task is to effectively use the available resources. According to the President, over the past ten years, gross agricultural output has grown more than 2.5 times, from 3.3 trillion tenge to 8.3 trillion tenge. The goal now is to double this figure by 2030. Tokayev emphasized that the village is the root and spiritual pillar of our people, and the development of the agricultural sector paves the way for the development of the country as a whole. The main priorities in the coming years will be quality work aimed at real results, effective reforms, and rational use of resources.

Today, another citywide beautification event took place in Shymkent as part of the traditional "Taza Kazakstan" environmental campaign. The event took place in all districts of the metropolis—Abay, Al-Farabi, Yenbekshi, Karatau, and Turan. The event was organized as part of the "Taza Beysenbi" campaign and brought together thousands of city residents, representatives of public organizations, utility workers, party activists, and young people. Residents actively participated in cleaning streets, courtyards, and public spaces, contributing to the common cause. Such large-scale events not only contribute to improving the environmental situation, but also strengthen the spirit of mutual assistance and social responsibility among city residents. In the Al-Farabi district, cleanup days have become a tradition. Local beautification efforts are carried out regularly. Today's event took place in the Saule neighborhood. Residents, working with municipal services, cleaned up trash in apartment buildings and private homes and tidied up the streets. According to Berik Zhanaev, head of the district administration department, about fifty cleanup days have been held in the district since the beginning of the year. "Residents' interest in such events is growing every year. In winter, we clear snow, and in spring and fall, we plant trees and remove trash. We also regularly hold awareness-raising events to promote environmental awareness among the population," he noted. He also said that about 400 trees have been planted in the district recently. The work is being carried out at the request of residents. In cases where residents are unable to plant trees themselves, akimat staff provide the necessary assistance and carry out the planting themselves. In the Yenbekshinsky District, a cleanup day was held in the courtyard of apartment building No. 54 on Zhibek Zholy Street. Representatives of the Shymkent city branch of the AMANAT party participated in the event. Together with residents, they removed household waste, mowed dry grass, trimmed branches, and whitewashed tree trunks. Zhaksylyk Atayev, a representative of the Yenbekshinsky District Akim's office, noted the importance of such events: "Maintaining cleanliness in everyday life is a manifestation of love and care for one's homeland. If every resident maintains their own yard, the entire city will become cleaner and more beautiful. The "Taza Beysenbi" campaign is aimed precisely at fostering this kind of responsibility," he said. In the rapidly developing Turan district, the cleanup day took place in a unique atmosphere. Young people and veterans of the district participated in the event. Together, they cleared the area of trash and landscaped the surrounding areas. Darikha Ramanova, head of the Turansky District Akimat department, emphasized that the goal of such events is not only cleanup but also fostering a caring attitude toward nature: "We want young people to follow the example of the older generation and pay attention to cleanliness. Keeping the city clean is our shared responsibility," she noted. During the cleanup, fallen leaves were collected, ditches and irrigation systems were cleaned, and trees and shrubs were maintained. Satybaldy Adilbekuly, Chairman of the Veterans' Council, also took part in the cleanup, wielding a shovel and broom. He said that keeping the city clean is a symbol of intergenerational continuity and a manifestation of civic responsibility. Representatives of the Shymkent City Youth Resource Center also actively supported the campaign, conducting a cleanup in the Al-Farabi district as part of the "TazaShym" initiative. Young volunteers collected household waste and tidied up public spaces. In addition, all educational institutions in the city held classes and special lectures aimed at fostering environmental awareness. Schoolchildren were taught about the importance of environmental protection, respect for nature, and the need to recycle household waste. For example, Secondary School No. 59 held an open lesson on ecology. Students actively participated in events and lectures called "Taza Kala," where they learned about the importance of maintaining cleanliness and developing an environmental culture. Today, the national project "Taza Kazakhstan" is not just an environmental initiative, but a long-term program aimed at changing public consciousness and developing a new culture of behavior. Shymkent is a shining example of environmental initiatives. Thanks to systematic work and the support of residents, a new understanding is emerging: "a clean environment equals a quality life." The city administration calls on residents to keep their yards clean, maintain order in public places, and actively participate in the improvement of their city. As a result of today's large-scale cleanup days, streets, courtyards, public spaces, and recreation areas were cleaned up across all districts of the city. These events had a positive impact on the overall environmental situation in Shymkent and will be continued on an ongoing basis.