New York, July 3, 2025 – As part of his working visit to the United States, Alibek Kuantyrov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, held a series of meetings in Washington, New York, and San Francisco with representatives of international financial institutions and the private sector.At the World Bank, he met with Norma Loayza, Director of the Global Indicators Group for the Business Ready program. They discussed improving the methodology for assessing the investment climate, reflecting regional specificities, and the impact of non-tariff barriers on business activity. The Business Ready program, launched in 2024 as a replacement for Doing Business, includes Kazakhstan in its review starting in 2025. The Kazakh side confirmed its readiness to provide local data and participate in consultations to ensure accurate consideration of national specifics.With Stephanie Ashton, Vice President of Business Development at IG Global, the parties discussed prospects for implementing investment projects in the mining sector.An exchange of views also took place with the Bay Area Economic Institute and the SF Chamber of Commerce on Kazakhstan’s investment attractiveness and potential cooperation with Silicon Valley businesses.Meetings were held with several companies to explore project development in sustainable energy, raw material processing, biotechnology, and technological cooperation.With Windfall Bio, they discussed the application of microbiological technologies for methane capture and their potential use in Kazakhstan’s agribusiness sector.With Boardwurks, they touched upon the prospects for launching joint production of composite building materials from hemp.Astranis Space Technologies Corp. presented satellite communication solutions relevant for connecting Kazakhstan’s remote areas.At the Silkroad Innovation Hub, the parties discussed support for Kazakhstan’s startups, development of international acceleration programs, and conditions for enabling Digital Nomads from Kazakhstan to work in the U.S.These meetings marked an important step in advancing Kazakhstan’s economic diplomacy and promoting the country’s interests in key areas of technological and sustainable development.Summing up the meetings, Deputy Minister Kuantyrov emphasized that the United States remains one of Kazakhstan’s key investors, with total investment exceeding 62 billion US dollars. In this context, strengthening dialogue with U.S. partners is of particular importance for the implementation of new joint projects and building mutual trust.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1030328?lang=kk

On July 3, 2025, as part of his official visit, Deputy Prime Minister — Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova Mihai Popșoi visited Almaty.During the visit, a meeting was held with the Akim of Almaty, Darkhan Satybaldy.The delegation also visited the UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan.In addition, the Moldovan delegation met with “IceMaster – Ice Cream” LLP, members of the Moldovan ethnocultural association “Struguraș” and representatives of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan.The visit will contribute to strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and Moldova and developing interregional ties.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1030306?lang=kk

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Islamabad, 4 July 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin held a meeting with Mr. Ali Salman, Director of the Pakistani think tank PRIME (Policy Research Institute of Market Economy).During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for establishing cooperation between leading analytical centers of Kazakhstan and Pakistan, including the preparation of joint research reports focused on the transport and logistics potential of the two countries.Ambassador Yerzhan Kistafin emphasized that Kazakhstan is focused on enhancing its transport development efforts and expressed interest in a multi-level and comprehensive approach covering railway routes, road corridors, air freight and multimodal logistics chains.Yerzhan Kistafin noted that Kazakhstan and Pakistan have the potential to become key regional transit hubs, where such factors as security and connectivity of transport infrastructure play a crucial role.Ambassador also informed the Pakistani side about the Business Forum held on 28 April this year in Karachi, during which a number of contracts and memorandums were signed between leading companies of both countries.The parties highlighted the importance of engaging transport and logistics companies from both sides and coordinating efforts to achieve common strategic objectives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1030206?lang=kk

Dombra is the voice of our people, a priceless heritage passed down from generation to generation. This day is a sign of deep respect for the heritage of our ancestors, our unique culture and national identity. The melody of the dombra is like the wide steppe and the deep history of the Kazakh people. Through its sounds, joy, sadness, valor and fortitude of our people are heard.To date, a great contribution has already been made to the preservation and development of this priceless heritage. Creative circles are actively working in our region, concerts and cultural events are held aimed at popularizing the art of dombra. On this holiday, I express my sincere gratitude to the employees of cultural and educational institutions, teachers, musicians and performers who pass on this art to the younger generation with warmth and inspiration. Your contribution to the development and popularization of folk art is truly valuable and significant.Dear fellow countrymen! Once again, I congratulate everyone on the holiday! I sincerely wish each family peace, prosperity, spiritual wealth and pride in our heritage!Akim of the district K. MurzhakupovSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-bmalin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1030207?lang=kk

On July 2, 2025, the Representative office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty held a solemn event for veterans of the diplomatic service and employees of the Representative office of the MFA of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty on the occasion of the Day of the Diplomatic Service of the Republic of Kazakhstan. On behalf of the MFA of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov congratulated the guests on the holiday, emphasizing Kazakhstan's achievements in the international arena, the country's commitment to multilateral foreign policy and the importance of initiatives aimed at strengthening peace and security. Among them, special attention was paid to the establishment in Almaty of the UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan, which received the support of the countries of the region and the UN Secretary-General, A. Guterres. The honorary guests of the event were veterans of the diplomatic service. The concert program was performed by the artists of the Kurmangazy Kazakh National Conservatory.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1030208?lang=kk

This is a significant day that unites all of us around the main values of independent Kazakhstan. Astana is not just the administrative center of the country. It is a living Chronicle of the new history of Kazakhstan, a city that embodies the strength of the spirit, aspirations and dreams for the future. This city, built on the banks of the Ishim River, has become a symbol of the will to create, a rational State course of our people. The power, cultural, intellectual and economic impulses of the nation are concentrated here.However, Astana is impossible without the regions. The capital will not develop without people working in every village, settlement and city. Our district is a part of this big road. Here live hardworking, enterprising citizens who contribute to the strengthening of the country's economy, security, education, food stability. Every construction and development in the capital is based on the stability and pace of the regions.Let this day remind us of what heights we can reach through unity. Let him inspire us to new achievements, to be true to our business and to our homeland.On this holiday, I wish you all good health, well-being, a peaceful life in every family and pride in our country!Akim of the District K. MyrzhakypovSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-bmalin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1030158?lang=kk

– Dombra is the soul and treasure of our people. "The real Kazakh is not the Kazakh himself, the real Kazakh is dombra." Dombra is becoming more and more popular among the younger generation. Young people are deeply immersed in our native culture, honoring folk traditions. This is certainly encouraging, because such a careful attitude to the creative heritage of our great ancestors has already become an integral part of patriotism. True love for our Fatherland is the foundation of our statehood. It is wonderful that the youth of Kazakhstan understands and supports this. The state will continue to provide comprehensive support to the cultural sector. Masters of traditional art were awarded high titles: Kairat Baybosynov – "Kazakstannyn Enbek Yeri", Aigul Ulkenbayeva, Aigul Kosanova – "Kazakstann halyk artis". I thank everyone who popularizes our sacred dombra in the world," the President wrote on his page on the social network.National Dombra Day is celebrated on the first Sunday of July.The link: https://t.me/aqorda_resmi/25683Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-kalasy-akimat/press/news/details/1030149?lang=kk

Since the beginning of 2024, a grant financing program for social entrepreneurship entities has been successfully implemented in Kostanay region. As part of this initiative, entrepreneurs can receive up to 5 million tenge for the development of projects aimed at solving social problems. Financing is provided exclusively on a competitive basis, which ensures transparency and efficiency of selection. Special conditions for participation in the program are provided for entrepreneurs who are finalists of the "One Village, One Product" program. The participants of this initiative are engaged in the production of unique products exclusively from local raw materials, which contributes to the development of regional brands and rural entrepreneurship. One of the winners of the 2024 grant competition was the Unique School of Speed Reading and Intelligence Development LLP. This business project deservedly attracted the attention of the jury, because it is aimed at supporting one of the most vulnerable groups — children with autism spectrum disorders aged 1-4 years. The project was based on the introduction of the Denver Model of Early Intervention, a scientifically based approach that has proven effective in working with children with special needs. The goal of the program is to alleviate the symptoms of autism and accelerate the child's development in all key areas of life: social, emotional, speech and behavioral. Work with children is conducted in a playful way, which contributes to better adaptation, the formation of basic skills of self-service and interaction with the outside world. In addition, the center is actively working with parents.: They receive expert advice from specialists, training in effective strategies for interacting with their child, as well as constant feedback and support at all stages. Thanks to the grant, the entrepreneur was able to equip the center with modern equipment, purchase specialized toys and textbooks for working with children with special needs. Today, 45 children are taking classes at the Unikum Center, of which 15 are on the Denver model. A team of 12 specialists is working on the implementation of the program: speech pathologists, physical therapy coach, primary school teachers and others. In the near future, in accordance with the terms of the grant, it is planned to create additional jobs, which makes the project not only socially significant, but also economically useful for the region. The initiative on grant support for social business in Kostanay region clearly demonstrates how government mechanisms can contribute to solving acute social issues and the formation of an inclusive society.-translate it into Kazakh with meaning and literary languageSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1030085?lang=kk

In honor of  National Dombra Day, the Pavlodar Regional Specialized Library organized a republican online literary and musical evening titled "Dombra in My Hands, Inspiration in My Soul." An active reader of our library, Argyn Nurdana, took part in this event, presenting his creativity to a wide audience.During the evening, he performed the heartfelt song "Ägugäy, Dombra" by the famous Kazakh composer and People's Artist Altynbek Korazbaev, winning the hearts of the viewers. Nurdana's performance fully conveyed a deep spiritual connection with the national instrument — the dombra — harmoniously blending lyrical expression and emphasizing his love for Kazakh folk art.Such creative events undoubtedly contribute to fostering national spirit among the youth and awaken interest in the arts. We wish Argyn Nurdana continued creative success and new achievements!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-archive/press/news/details/1030087?lang=kk

 On July 1, 2025, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov presented the exequatur to the newly appointed Consul General of the Republic of Korea Ha Tae Wuk and wished success in his mission. In turn, the Consul General of Korea expressed his gratitude and confirmed willingness to work for the benefit of the development of bilateral relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1030092?lang=kk

On July 1, 2025, Ambassador-at-Large – Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty Zhanibek Abdrashov participated and delivered a congratulatory speech at a reception on the occasion of the celebration of the Lithuania's Statehood Day. The event was also attended by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Lithuania to Kazakhstan, Egidiujs Navikas, and Consul General of Lithuania in Almaty, Gvidas Kerušauskas. In his speech, Zh. Abdrashov noted the high level of Kazakh-Lithuanian relations, highlighting active political dialogue, strengthening of cultural and humanitarian cooperation, as well as the importance of trade, economic, and investment ties. In conclusion, the diplomat expressed confidence in the further deepening of friendly and mutually beneficial cooperation between Kazakhstan and Lithuania.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-almaty/press/news/details/1030096?lang=kk

Athens, July 2, 2025 – The historical building of the Athenian Club hosted the Balkans & Black Sea Forum Executive Roundtable 2025, organized under the auspices of the Geo Routes Institute. The event brought together representatives from diplomatic circles, business, and expert communities to address issues of sustainable transport connectivity amidst shifting geopolitical dynamics.During the session titled «IMEC: from potential to partnership» participants discussed prospects for establishing new international logistics corridors, including the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), and their interaction with existing routes such as the Middle Corridor (TITR), the Belt and Road Initiative, and the International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC). Particular emphasis was placed on enhancing the resilience and reliability of global supply chains amid Middle East conflicts, instability of northern routes, and climate challenges.Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Greece Timur Sultangozhin participated in the forum and emphasized in his remarks the strategic importance of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route as a crucial element of Eurasia’s transportation architecture. He informed participants about ongoing efforts by Kazakhstan and its partner countries to remove infrastructure bottlenecks, digitize procedures, and expand port capacities, including plans to increase the capacity of Aktau Port to one million TEU by 2035.Highlighting the potential for cooperation with Greece in infrastructure modernization, implementation of green technologies, and the development of integrated logistics solutions, the Kazakh diplomat expressed readiness to strengthen partnership aimed at building resilient and mutually complementary transport corridors connecting East and West.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-athens/press/news/details/1030047?lang=kk

As part of capacity-building and the development of civic initiatives, Kostanay region hosted a series of training seminars for representatives of ethno-cultural associations, advisory bodies and ethnocentric centers of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan.The training took place on the following key topics:"Development of a social project: from idea to structure" – the participants got acquainted with the basic stages of design, from the formation of an actual idea to the construction of the logical structure of the project. Methods of problem analysis, goal setting, and formulation of expected results were discussed."Fundamentals of fundraising and project resource support" – the seminar was devoted to practical approaches to attracting resources, including financial, human and informational. The speaker presented successful cases on cooperation with donors, public and private partners."Presentation and protection of a social project" – participants received recommendations on effective presentation of their projects, preparation for public protection and communication with potential investors and grant holders. Trainings were organized with simulated project defense in front of an expert commission.At the end of the training cycle, participants had the opportunity to apply for a mini-grant competition to implement their own social initiatives. The total prize fund of the competition is 4,500,000 tenge, which will support the best projects aimed at developing interethnic harmony, social cohesion and active civic participation.The seminars have become not only a learning platform, but also a place to share experiences, establish new connections and discuss relevant social initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-ishki-sayasat/press/news/details/1030064?lang=kk

Tolegen Ospankulov, Chairman of the Committee for Regulation and Control in the Field of Social Protection of the Population of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan, spoke at a briefing in the Central Communications Service under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan about the current changes in the medical and social expertise service and the measures taken to improve the quality of services provided.⠀According to him, the Ministry of Labor is currently carrying out large-scale work to transform approaches to disability identification.⠀"At the center of this reform is the introduction of a proactive correspondence format for the ITU. The point is to make the process of assigning a disability group as easy as possible for citizens – to make it accessible, convenient, expeditious, and most importantly, objective and fair," Tolegen Ospankulov emphasized.⠀The new format allows citizens not to undergo an in-person examination for certain diagnoses (30 nosological forms), provided there is complete and reliable medical information transmitted digitally by a medical organization.⠀The correspondence format is being implemented not only as part of digitalization, but also as a response to systemic problems in the ITU service, such as staff shortages in remote regions, high expert workload and the need to reduce bureaucratic barriers. It allows you to redistribute the workload between regions through the work of extraterritorial experts.⠀"The reform is aimed at increasing public confidence in the ITU service and the social protection system as a whole, reducing corruption risks and creating a truly customer–oriented model for disability," the speaker added.⠀By the end of 2024, the share of disability group assignment services provided in a proactive correspondence format amounted to 37.4% (96.9 thousand applications), with a target of 35%. As of July 1, 2025, this figure reached 39.3% (51.8 thousand applications).⠀Read more on the website at the link in the profile header.https://www.youtube.com/live/qA0LlAgmaQs?si=_TeaRXbv9STMswQRSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek-atyrau/press/news/details/1030030?lang=kk

В Астане состоялось седьмое заседание Совместного межправительственного комитета по торгово-экономическому сотрудничеству между Республикой Казахстан и Государством Катар. Встреча прошла под сопредседательством вице-министра национальной экономики РК Армана Касенова и государственного министра по международной торговле Катара доктора Ахмеда бин Мухаммеда Аль Сайеда. В ходе заседания стороны обсудили текущее состояние двустороннего сотрудничества и выразили признательность за эффективную работу Комитета как устойчивой диалоговой площадки. Подчеркнута необходимость активизации совместных усилий для реализации общего потенциала двух стран, укрепления торгово-экономических связей и развития партнерства между деловыми кругами.Особое внимание на заседании было уделено вопросам транспорта и логистики. Казахстан рассматривает развитие Транскаспийского международного транспортного маршрута как стратегическое направление и планирует к 2030 году увеличить объём контейнерных перевозок до 500 тысяч в год. Параллельно реализуются меры по расширению международного коридора «Север – Юг», что открывает новые логистические возможности. В этом контексте участники отметили значимость совместного развития Среднего коридора, включая модернизацию портовой инфраструктуры на Каспийском море и строительство грузовых терминалов. Казахстанская сторона пригласила катарских инвесторов рассмотреть возможности участия в указанных проектах.Казахстанско-катарское инвестиционное сотрудничество выходит на новый уровень. Напомним, в прошлом году по инициативе лидеров двух государств было подписано Межправительственное соглашение о долгосрочном стратегическом партнерстве. Документ предусматривает реализацию инвестиционных проектов в несырьевых секторах на общую сумму порядка 20 млрд долларов США - в сферах энергетики, телекоммуникаций и финансов.Уже в текущем году отмечается значительный прогресс в этом направлении: объём прямых инвестиций из Катара в Казахстан в 2024 году увеличился в 18 раз по сравнению с 2023 годом - с $8,9 млн до $156,4 млн. Казахстанская сторона вновь подтвердила готовность оказывать всестороннюю поддержку катарским инвесторам в реализации проектов.Отдельным направлением обсуждения стало развитие агропромышленного комплекса. Казахстан уже экспортирует сельскохозяйственную продукцию в более чем 80 стран и нацелен на дальнейший рост экспортного потенциала. Так, только в 2024 году в Катар было экспортировано баранины и козлятины на сумму более $750 тыс.Стороны договорились активизировать обмен информацией по ветеринарным и санитарным требованиям, а также расширить сотрудничество по поставкам халяльной и органической продукции. Стороны также выразили заинтересованность в развитии сотрудничества между свободными экономическими зонами двух стран и призвали профильные ведомства, а также деловые круги Казахстана и Катара воспользоваться возможностью посещения этих площадок для обмена опытом и выявления потенциальных направлений взаимодействия.По итогам заседания подписан протокол седьмого заседания казахстанско-катарского совместного комитета. Следующее, восьмое заседание Совместного комитета состоится в Дохе, столице Государства Катар.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1030040?lang=kk

The sound of the Kazakh dombra is the art of kuya, the spiritual value of our people, passed down from generation to generation. Dombra's language, pouring out its soul through trembling strings, is a precious melody that has glorified the national art all over the world.Creative teams of the Kokshetau Palace of Culture, winners of international and national competitions, performed in the concert program.:Kokshetau Folk Dance Ensemble with a 50-year history, directed by Madina Tleulina;Folk dance ensemble "On alty kyz" with a 25-year history, directed by Madina Dusmogombetova;Bisara Makenova, Honored Artist of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Honorary Citizen of the city of Kokshetau and the Republic of Kazakhstan;Folk folklore ensemble "Kerbez sulu" with a 25-year history and soloist Tolegen Amanov, head of Alizat Duzelbai;The ensemble of dombrists "Korkemtau" with a 40-year history, the soloist of Amirali Azamatuly, led by Albina Kasenova;Duo of the Kokshe Sazdary Singing Studio — Nurdaulet Yeshimov and Adilkhan Amanzhol, directed by Bisara Makenova;Soloists of the exemplary vocal and choreographic ensemble "Baldauren" with a 25-year history - Leyla Mereke and Janelle Lukpanova, head Ayymgul Khasenova;Soloists of the Shamshyrak pop vocal studio — Aminat Khasanova and Yerkanat Yerbosynuly, head of Akniet Abdullah.Happy National Dombra Day!May the sounds of kuya never cease under the sky of our Motherland!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-madeniet/press/news/details/1030006?lang=kk

On July 1, 2025, a large-scale republican march project "Seriler Salgan Sarah zhol" was launched from the Arshaly district of the Akmola region, which became a vivid symbol of respect for the history of the Kazakh people and popularization of the heritage of sulfur, a unique cultural phenomenon.The project manager is Ayan Mynbayuly Kemalov.The march passes through the Karkaralinsky district of the Karaganda region and ends in the village of Zhidebai in the Abai region, which is considered the spiritual cradle of the Kazakh nation. The project participants follow routes related to the life and work of famous representatives of the Somali tradition, hold meetings with the population, perform traditional songs and organize cultural evenings. Project objectives:Popularization of national traditions and cultural heritageRevival and preservation of Salesian artPromotion of a healthy lifestyle and spiritual valuesFamiliarizing young people with the history, culture and work of outstanding personalitiesVisiting significant historical and cultural sites of Kazakhstan, Sal-seri are not just poets and singers, they are carriers of the spirit of freedom, honor and high morality. Their way of life and creativity is a spiritual wealth that is important to preserve and pass on to new generations. This is exactly what the project team is doing, focusing on educating young people through art and national values.In 2024, the Seriler Salgan Sarah Zhol project was recognized as the winner in the "Best Creative Project" nomination at the Zhyl Uzdigi – 2024 regional competition in Akmola region, which indicates its high public importance.The republican march "Seriler salgan Sarah zhol" is not just a cultural initiative. It is a spiritual journey connecting the past and the present, inspiring society to preserve and develop national identity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-madeniet/press/news/details/1029989?lang=kk

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