The Republic of Kazakhstan Hand-to-Hand Combat Championship among men and women was held in Karaganda in the disciplines of “Zhekpe-zhek” and “Self-defense.” More than 300 athletes took part in the competition. As a result of the tournament, representatives of the National Guard’s “Burkit TEAM” sports club won 4 gold, 2 silver, and 1 bronze medals.In the men’s absolute weight category, the champion was serviceman of military unit 5572 Ali Musakulov. In the women’s absolute category, serviceman of military unit 5547 Gulnaz Murat won the silver medal.In addition, in the women’s 58 kg weight category, Aigerim Torekhan, a serviceman of military unit 5572, claimed victory. This became her fourth national championship title in hand-to-hand combat.In the 67 kg category, serviceman of military unit 5518 Manarbek Asembay took second place. In the 80 kg category, gold was won by Darkhan Daulet, representing military unit 3502.In the 97 kg weight category, another gold medal was secured by serviceman of military unit 5572 Abylai Shakirbekov.Additionally, a cadet of the National Guard Academy, Baibol Kuanyshov, competing in the 73 kg category, became a bronze medalist.It should be noted that the winners of the championship will represent Kazakhstan at the 2026 Asian Championship. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1194191?lang=kk

Islamabad, April 3, 2026 - H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, received Mr.Hanif Qureshi, President of the Chess Federation, who briefed him on the ongoing activities carried out within the framework of cooperation with the Kazakhstan Chess Federation.Mr. Qureshi expressed his gratitude for the support and contribution made by the Kazakh side to the development of chess in Pakistan and also informed about the intention to send a delegation of Pakistani chess players to participate in the upcoming World Championship, which will be held in Almaty from April 6 to 11 this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1194192?lang=kk

A literary challenge titled “BOOKGUARD” has been launched in military unit 5574 of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Turkestan. The initiative is aimed at developing a reading culture among servicemen. Participants have passed the challenge baton to their fellow servicemen in other military units of the law enforcement troops.As part of the project, servicemen are encouraged to read at least three books during their period of conscript service, taking into account their personal interests and moral and psychological condition.Additionally, a dedicated section with audiobooks has been introduced on the National Guard’s information portal, making literature more accessible in a convenient format. As a result, units have reported an increase in the number of servicemen who regularly engage in reading.The key platform for the project is the library of military unit 5574, operating on the basis of Mobile Point No. 6 of the Turkestan Regional Universal Library “Farab.” Today, more than 100 regular readers are registered there, indicating a strong interest in reading among personnel.The library collection consists of 1,130 books, including fiction, historical, military-patriotic, and popular science literature, as well as periodicals. Servicemen have the opportunity to freely choose books and broaden their horizons.To encourage reading activity, a reward system has been introduced. Servicemen compete in categories such as “Reader of the Month,” “Reading Leader,” “Library Activist,” and “Reader of the Year.”At the end of the year, the best readers present the books they have read to a commission, receive a badge of distinction, and have their photos displayed on a special board.The “BOOKGUARD” project fosters a sustainable reading culture among National Guard servicemen and contributes to their intellectual and personal development. Press Service of the National GuardMinistry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1194199?lang=kk

The event is organized by the Association of Taxpayers of New Kazakhstan in cooperation with the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Date: April 17, 2026Time: 08:00 - 16:00Location: Astana, Radisson Astana HotelOnly APC MEMBERS AND TAXPAYERS participate in the conference BY INVITATION! by phone +7 727 325 35 45 , annk@annk.kzThe live broadcast will be available on the website www.annk.kz , also on the YouTube channel of the CGD of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan kgd.gov.kz@salykgovkz Media accreditation by phone +7 7172 71 81 93 . Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1194202?lang=kk

Islamabad, April 2, 2026 — Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan H. E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin received leading representatives of the business community of Pakistan represented by CEO of “Well Connect LTD” Mr. Habil Ahmed Khan, as well as a delegation of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry headed by Mr. Usman Shaukat.The Ambassador informed the Pakistanbusinessmen about the current state of bilateral trade and economic cooperation, the results of the state visit of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan K.K.Tokayev to Islamabad, including the Kazakh-Pakistani Business Forum.During the conversation with the CEO of “Well Connect LTD”, H.A.Khan highly appreciated the potential of cooperation with Kazakhstan in the fields of investment and finance, energy, education and agriculture. There was also a detailed discussion of joint projects planned for implementation in Kazakhstan and Pakistan.During the meeting with the delegation of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Y.Kistafin spoke about promising projects, business opportunities and economic potential of Kazakhstan, key sectors of the economy and their indicators, past and planned events. The Ambassador invited businessmen from Rawalpindi to visit Kazakhstan in the near future to establish direct contacts and get acquainted with the investment potential of Kazakhstan.For his part, U.Shaukat expressed interest in exploring the potential of the Astana International Financial Center and other financial institutions in Kazakhstan that have practical opportunities for favorable regulation and protection of foreign direct investment in accordance with international law.Following the meeting, the leadership of the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry expressed its readiness to visit Kazakhstan as part of a business delegation this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-islamabad/press/news/details/1194208?lang=kk

Newcastle disease (pseudofowl plague or Asiatic fowl plague) is a highly contagious viral disease of birds—primarily chickens—characterized by pneumonia, encephalitis, and multiple pinpoint hemorrhagic lesions of internal organs.Human contact with infected birds can cause mild conjunctivitis and flu-like symptoms, but the Newcastle virus poses no health risk to humans.SYMPTOMS: fever, loss of appetite, depression, inactivity, conjunctivitis. Respiratory system involvement—coughing, sneezing, croaking, breathing with the beak slightly open or completely open. Disruption of the central nervous system – unsteady gait, tendency to move in circles, paralysis of body parts. In some cases, diarrhea may be observed, including with an admixture of blood.Recommendations for the prevention of Newcastle disease in prosperous areas.1. Prevent contact between poultry and synanthropic birds (sparrows, crows, pigeons) and wild migratory birds;2. Keep poultry from private households indoors;3. Ensure isolated storage of feed in a closed area to prevent contamination with excreta from wild and synanthropic birds;4. Purchase young poultry and hatching eggs from reputable sources, refraining from purchasing live poultry at markets and unauthorized trading locations;5. Keep areas and buildings for keeping animals and poultry clean; Disinfect all premises and grounds periodically (2-3 times a week), thoroughly treating equipment (scoops, brooms, buckets) with disinfectants beforehand.6. Store poultry care equipment indoors;7. If a bird shows any of the symptoms described above or dies suddenly, do not dispose of waste or processing materials in landfills;8. If you suspect a bird is sick, contact a veterinarian.State Institution “Mendykarinsky District Territorial Inspectorate of KVKiN Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan”, Borovskoye village, Altynsarina str. 83, tel.: 2-40-64, 2-42-67.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-mendykarin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1194132?lang=kk

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Tbilisi, April 3 – The Georgian National Museum hosted the official opening of the exhibition “The Kipchaks in Georgia,” dedicated to the historical heritage of the Kipchak people and their contribution to the formation of Georgian statehood.The exhibition was organized in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Georgia and features unique artifacts illustrating the presence of the Kipchaks in Georgia.The opening ceremony was attended by the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Georgia, Malik Murzalin, who noted that the Kipchaks inhabited vast territories of Eurasia and formed a powerful state entity. Their significant role in the development of a number of countries, including India, China, Egypt, Byzantium, Rus, Khorezm and others, was also highlighted.Particular attention was paid to the historical ties between the Kipchaks and Georgia. It was noted that during the reign of David IV the Builder, a considerable number of Kipchak families were resettled in Georgia and played an important role in the Battle of Didgori, the victory in which established Georgia as a dominant force in the Caucasus and marked the beginning of its “Golden Age.”In conclusion, the importance of enhancing cooperation between the academic communities of Kazakhstan and Georgia for a deeper study of shared historical heritage was emphasized.The exhibition showcases part of the rich Kipchak heritage preserved in Georgia and will remain open to visitors until May 10 of the current year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-tbilisi/press/news/details/1194100?lang=kk

On March 31, 2026, the first inter-parliamentary forum «Central Asia - European Union» was held in Samarkand with the participation of parliamentarians from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, members of the European Parliament, as well as representatives of international organizations and the diplomatic corps.Kazakhstan was represented by the Chairperson of the Committee on International Affairs, Defense and Security of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Aigul Kuspan, and the Consul General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Samarkand, Talgat Sharipov.The forum has become a significant dialogue platform for the systematic development of parliamentary diplomacy and the expansion of practical cooperation between the countries of Central Asia and the European Union.The discussion focused on developing political dialogue, strengthening the role of parliamentary diplomacy, and implementing the agreements reached at the «Central Asia - European Union» Summit in Samarkand in April 2025.The Forum also featured a meaningful exchange of views on issues of economic connectivity, sustainable growth, and «green» transformation, including the expansion of transport and logistics routes, the development of a «green» economy, and the intensification of investment cooperation.Particular attention was paid to issues of the rule of law, digital transformation and inclusive governance, including ensuring human rights, strengthening security in the digital space and legal regulation of modern technologies.Following the Forum, a Joint Statement was adopted, reflecting the parties' shared commitment to strengthening interregional cooperation. The document enshrines the parties' intention to intensify dialogue, maintain regular contacts, and facilitate the implementation of joint initiatives aimed at ensuring stability, security, and prosperity in the region.On the sidelines of the Forum, a bilateral meeting was held between Aigul Kuspan, Chairperson of the Committee on International Affairs, Defense, and Security of the Majilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Sodiq Safoyev, Deputy Chairperson of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The meeting focused on the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakh-Uzbek cooperation in the fields of politics, economics, and interparliamentary relations.Overall, the forum in Samarkand confirmed the high level of interest of all participants in the further development of partnership between Central Asia and the European Union, and also gave new impetus to the development of the parliamentary dimension of interregional cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-samarkand/press/news/details/1194078?lang=kk

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Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Alibek Kuantyrov took part in a meeting of the Regional Investment Headquarters during his working visit to the Ulytau Region. The meeting was chaired by the Akim of the region, Dastan Ryspekov.The platform brought together representatives of government agencies and the business community to discuss the investment climate and project implementation.Speaking at the meeting, Alibek Kuantyrov highlighted the region’s strong industrial potential and emphasized the need to transition from a resource-based model to the development of processing industries and high-tech production.“The Ulytau Region has large deposits of copper, iron ore, manganese, coal, and rare earth metals, which creates significant potential for industrial processing,” he noted.Participants also discussed government support measures, including tax incentives, investment guarantees, one-stop-shop project support, and the protection of investor rights through the investment ombudsman institution.During the meeting, the parties emphasized the need to develop further downstream mineral processing projects, mining and metallurgical facilities, energy infrastructure, and supporting industrial logistics.In Zhezkazgan, the delegation visited several industrial facilities, including the “Yutaria” garment factory, which is implementing AI technologies, as well as logistics and food infrastructure projects currently under construction.At the end of last year, total investment in fixed capital exceeded 260 billion tenge. Priority areas include the development of the chemical and processing industries, the agro-industrial cluster, and industrial zones. Special attention is given to investor support and protection mechanisms. By 2030, a pool of 25 projects worth approximately 500 billion tenge is planned, expected to create more than 2,000 permanent jobs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/invest/press/news/details/1194436?lang=kk

Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин встретился с фермерами Акмолинской области в городе Косшы.Акмолинская область является одним из ведущих аграрных регионов страны. Доля сельского хозяйства в валовом региональном продукте региона составляет порядка 15%. В 2025 году здесь собран рекордный урожай зерна — 7,6 млн тонн, что превышает четверть республиканского объема.Регион также демонстрирует динамику в диверсификации посевов. В 2025 году площади масличных культур впервые достигли 500 тыс. га, увеличившись в 2,5 раза. В текущем году планируется расширение до 580 тыс. га. Общая посевная площадь составит 5,6 млн га — на 76 тыс. га больше, чем годом ранее.Ключевыми темами встречи стали новые нормы Налогового кодекса и реализация Комплексного плана развития животноводства. Как отметил вице-министр сельского хозяйства Амангалий Бердалин, план направлен на решение системной проблемы отрасли – дефицита доступного финансирования по всей производственной цепочке. На его реализацию предусмотрено 374 млрд тенге.С начала марта запущены новые кредитные продукты «Игілік» и «Береке» с фиксированной ставкой не более 6% годовых. Они ориентированы на приобретение племенного поголовья:«Игілік» – для хозяйств с объемом от 100 до 500 голов КРС и от 500 до 1000 голов МРС;«Береке» — для более крупных хозяйств с объемом от 500 голов КРС и от 1000 голов МРС.Расширение программ кредитования по другим видам сельхозживотных ожидается в ближайшее время.Серик Жумангарин отметил, что приоритетом остается развитие производства продуктов питания, по которым сохраняется импортозависимость, а также углубление переработки сельхозпродукции. По его словам, государство усиливает инструменты поддержки отрасли, при этом в 2026 году основной акцент сделан на развитие животноводства как конкурентного преимущества страны.В ходе встречи также обсуждались изменения в Налоговом кодексе. Отмечено, что для сельхозтоваропроизводителей сохранены ключевые налоговые льготы: по корпоративному подоходному налогу ставка составляет 3%, по социальному – 1,8%, при этом земельный, имущественный и транспортный налоги снижены на 70%. Кроме того, для сельхозпроизводителей предусмотрено дополнительное уменьшение нагрузки по НДС – с 2026 года до 80%, что фактически снижает налоговую нагрузку на отрасль.В ходе встречи аграрии озвучили ряд предложений. Глава ТОО «Агрофирма «Родина» Иван Сауэр предложил установить четкие целевые показатели эффективности, привязанные к земельным ресурсам, и учитывать их при предоставлении господдержки. Также он подчеркнул необходимость развития круглогодичного пастбищного животноводства, что позволяет сохранять его рентабельность.Также аграрий акцентировал внимание на развитии селекционной работы, в частности, искусственного осеменения, и выравниванию условий субсидирования отечественного и импортного племенного скота. По его словам, отечественный племенной скот уже нисколько не уступает зарубежному и полностью адаптирован к местным условиям. Представители бизнеса затронули практические вопросы. Директор группы «Логос грейн» Арман Кудайбергенов обратился с вопросом по механизму возмещения НДС экспортерам сельхозпродукции и уточнил сроки выплаты транспортных субсидий на поставки зерна на экспорт.Директор ТОО «Agro Milk Projekt» Юрий Швец сообщил, что в 2024 году на льготный кредит через СПК приобрели молочный скот и самостоятельно возвели конструкцию МТФ на 400 голов. В ближайшее время предприятие планирует расширяться, приобрести еще около 300 голов молочного скота.   Поднял вопросы возможности льготного кредитования строительно-монтажных работ.На все вопросы аграрии получили развернутые ответы.В рамках рабочей поездки Серик Жумангарин также посетил ряд предприятий. ТОО «Алтын Қазық» осуществляет полный цикл переработки – от выращивания сырья до выпуска готовой продукции. В структуру предприятия входят откормплощадка, убойный цех, ветеринарная лаборатория, овощехранилище, колбасный цех. Общая площадь сельхозугодий составляет 12 тыс. га, из которых 1 тыс. га – орошаемые. Объем переработки достигает 10 тыс. тонн мясной продукции в год. Предприятие экспортирует баранину в Катар и прорабатывает выход на рынок ОАЭ.Также посещен завод ТОО «IL-TOV» (группа Aitas), где налажено производство продукции глубокой переработки курятины, включая замороженные полуфабрикаты. Объем выпуска составляет 3 346 тонн в год. В ближайшие три года предприятие планирует расширение производственных мощностей.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1194021?lang=kk

Baku, April 3, 2026 - Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev visited the headquarters of the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation (the Foundation) and held talks with its President Aktoty Raimkulova.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current activities of the Foundation, the implementation of prospective projects, as well as topical issues related to the preservation, study and promotion of Turkic culture and heritage.Particular attention was paid to the opportunities for organizing major international events aimed at presenting Turkic culture in various regions of the world.The interlocutors also exchanged views on further strengthening the institutional capacity of the Foundation and the need to develop a comprehensive approach to planning its activities in the medium and long term.The Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation was established on 23 August 2012. The main tasks of the Foundation are the protection, study, and promotion of Turkic culture and heritage through the support and funding of various events, projects, and programs. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1194010?lang=kk

«Astana Eurasian Book Fair 2026»: International Book Exhibition and Fair to Take Place in the Capital  From April 22 to 26, the IX International Book Exhibition and Fair Astana Eurasian Book Fair 2026 will be held at the Presidential Center in the capital. It is one of the largest cultural and educational events in Central Asia, according to the official website of the city administration.The event is organized by Foliant Publishing House with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Akimat of Astana.Approximately 80 companies representing the publishing, printing, bookselling, and academic sectors will take part in the fair. Around half of them are Kazakhstani organizations, while some 40 companies are expected from Russia, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Mongolia, Spain, China, Iran, Belarus, Portugal, Venezuela, and the United Kingdom.The five-day program will feature a wide range of cultural and business events, including book presentations, meetings with authors, autograph sessions, and special masterclasses at the children’s activity zone.Among the highlights are presentations of the following publications: «Turkish Cuisine» (published with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey), Bekarys Shoibekov’s collection of aitys «Bekarys — The Golden Voice of Aitys», Marzhan Yershu’s poem «A Solitary Hand», «Yeldos Smetov. Endurance. Faith. Victory» from the «Contemporaries» series, Yerlan Kozhabayev’s photo album «Kazakh Ornaments», Andrzej Sapkowski’s fantasy novel «The Witcher», Ularbek Daley’s historical novel «Batu Khan», «The Ownerless Shadow» by Alisher Rakhat, «The Journey of Hope» by Spanish writer Javier Moro, «For Whom the Bell Tolls» by Ernest Hemingway, «A Poem-Woman» by Azerbaijani poet Rasmia Sabir, Baiyt Kabanuly’s «Mongol Poetry», «The Tears of the White Zhaiyk» by Nursultan Myktybay, as well as the album books «Turkestan — Eternal and Ever New» and «Dimash Qudaibergen. Infinite Music».On April 23, in celebration of the National Book Day, an official award ceremony will be held for the winners of the national competition Ulttyq Kitap, organized by the Ministry of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan.The official opening ceremony of the exhibition will take place on April 22 at 11:00, with the participation of government and public figures, prominent writers, and foreign ambassadors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-busan/press/news/details/1193988?lang=kk

Cairo, March 26, 2026 – The Embassy of Kazakhstan in Egypt, together with theEmbassy of the Republic of Türkiye , celebrated the great day of the Ulus – the holidayof Nauryz – at the residence of the Turkish Ambassador.More than 120 guests took part in the organized festive event. Among them wererepresentatives of the embassies of Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan and other countries, high-ranking officials from the Egyptian side and leading local media outlets.At the opening of the festive evening, Ambassador of Kazakhstan Askar Zhengiscongratulated guests on the Nauryz holiday. In his speech, he spoke in detail about therole of Nauryz in the Turkic world, noting that it is a holiday of peace, kindness, andcooperation.Ambassador Zhengis also noted that every year on March 14, Kazakhstan marksthe start of the nationwide Nauryznama Decade, which includes numerous large-scaleevents, including exhibitions, festivals, literary and musical evenings, charity events,cultural and sporting events, and much more.As part of the Nowruz celebrations in Egypt also hosted fairs featuring nationaldishes from participating embassies.Guests were presented with a variety of national dishes reflecting the richtraditions of Kazakhstan. The national dish “Nauryz kozhe” was of particular interestto the guests.In addition, as part of the festive program, guests were shown videos about theculture and traditions of Nauryz celebrations.Kazakh youth studying in Egypt performed numbers on national instruments,which was highly appreciated by the guests.The organized cultural event was highly appreciated by local guests andcontributed to strengthening cooperation between our peoples.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-cairo/press/news/details/1194002?lang=kk

From April 22 to 26, the IX International Book Exhibition and Fair Astana EurasianBook Fair 2026 will be held at the Presidential Center in the capital. It is one of thelargest cultural and educational events in Central Asia, according to the officialwebsite of the city administration. The event is organized by Foliant PublishingHouse with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic ofKazakhstan and the Akimat of Astana. Approximately 80 companies representing thepublishing, printing, bookselling, and academic sectors will take part in the fair.Around half of them are Kazakhstani organizations, while some 40 companies areexpected from Russia, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Mongolia, Spain,China, Iran, Belarus, Portugal, Venezuela, and the United Kingdom. The five-dayprogram will feature a wide range of cultural and business events, including bookpresentations, meetings with authors, autograph sessions, and special masterclasses atthe children’s activity zone. Among the highlights are presentations of the followingpublications: «Turkish Cuisine» (published with the support of the Ministry ofCulture and Tourism of Turkey), Bekarys Shoibekov’s collection of aitys «Bekarys— The Golden Voice of Aitys», Marzhan Yershu’s poem «A Solitary Hand»,«Yeldos Smetov. Endurance. Faith. Victory» from the «Contemporaries» series,Yerlan Kozhabayev’s photo album «Kazakh Ornaments», Andrzej Sapkowski’sfantasy novel «The Witcher», Ularbek Daley’s historical novel «Batu Khan», «TheOwnerless Shadow» by Alisher Rakhat, «The Journey of Hope» by Spanish writerJavier Moro, «For Whom the Bell Tolls» by Ernest Hemingway, «A Poem-Woman»by Azerbaijani poet Rasmia Sabir, Baiyt Kabanuly’s «Mongol Poetry», «The Tears ofthe White Zhaiyk» by Nursultan Myktybay, as well as the album books «Turkestan —Eternal and Ever New» and «Dimash Qudaibergen. Infinite Music». On April 23, incelebration of the National Book Day, an official award ceremony will be held for thewinners of the national competition Ulttyq Kitap, organized by the Ministry ofCulture and Information of Kazakhstan. The official opening ceremony of theexhibition will take place on April 22 at 11:00, with the participation of governmentand public figures, prominent writers, and foreign ambassadors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-minsk/press/news/details/1194003?lang=kk

As part of the continuation of his official visit to China, the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Arman Shakkaliyev, held a meeting with the Secretary of the Party Committee of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (XUAR), Chen Xiaojiang.During the meeting, it was noted that XUAR plays a system-forming role in Kazakhstan-China relations, acting as the main land bridge between the two countries and forming a significant part of mutual trade. As of the end of 2025, the trade turnover between Kazakhstan and XUAR amounted to approximately 18.9 billion US dollars.The Chinese side provided an overview of the current pace of socio-economic development in XUAR, emphasizing the region's sustainable growth, expansion of foreign economic ties, and active infrastructure modernization. It was noted that XUAR continues to strengthen its role as a key center for cross-border cooperation and a transit hub for interaction with Kazakhstan.Special attention was paid to the development of transport and logistics infrastructure. The parties discussed measures to increase the capacity of border checkpoints, modernize railway routes, and synchronize infrastructure projects.The importance of implementing initiatives such as the expansion of the "Dostyk–Moyynty" section, the construction of the "Ayagoz–Tacheng" railway crossing, and the development of the "Khorgos" and "Alashankou" border hubs was noted. The need to further increase capacity and eliminate infrastructure bottlenecks was emphasized.Separate attention was given to the development of the "Khorgos" International Center for Cross-Border Cooperation, including the modernization of its infrastructure and the expansion of opportunities for trade and investment.Logistics, energy, tourism, and the development of cross-border trade were also identified as priority areas.The parties reached an agreement on the active participation of the Kazakh side in the international EXPO "China–Eurasia," where Kazakhstan will participate as a guest of honor. The event will take place from June 25 to 29 of this year and is one of the key international platforms in the region aimed at developing trade and economic cooperation, promoting exports, and strengthening business ties between Eurasian countries.Interest was also confirmed in ensuring the participation of delegations from Kazakhstan's border regions in the Second International Conference of the Greater Altai.In turn, the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan emphasized the strategic importance of XUAR:"Xinjiang is a key link in the system of cross-border and transit interaction. The main flow of goods passes through the region, making it Kazakhstan's most important partner in the development of trade, logistics, and industrial cooperation."The Minister invited the Chinese side to visit Kazakhstan to participate in the Forum of Interregional Cooperation and the Friendly Dialogue of Border Regions, which are scheduled to be held this year.Separate attention was paid to the need to diversify mutual trade, including increasing the share of high value-added products, developing agricultural exports, and launching joint production facilities.Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to further deepen cooperation, including the implementation of joint infrastructure, investment, and industrial projects.The Minister emphasized that the development of cooperation with XUAR is a key element of Kazakhstan's strategy to form sustainable trade routes and strengthen the country's role as a transit and logistics hub between China, Central Asia, and Europe. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1193984?lang=kk

«Astana Eurasian Book Fair 2026»: International Book Exhibition and Fair to Take Place in the Capital From April 22 to 26, the IX International Book Exhibition and Fair Astana Eurasian Book Fair 2026 will be held at the Presidential Center in the capital. It is one of the largest cultural and educational events in Central Asia, according to the official website of the city administration.The event is organized by Foliant Publishing House with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Akimat of Astana.Approximately 80 companies representing the publishing, printing, bookselling, and academic sectors will take part in the fair. Around half of them are Kazakhstani organizations, while some 40 companies are expected from Russia, Turkey, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Mongolia, Spain, China, Iran, Belarus, Portugal, Venezuela, and the United Kingdom.The five-day program will feature a wide range of cultural and business events, including book presentations, meetings with authors, autograph sessions, and special masterclasses at the children’s activity zone.Among the highlights are presentations of the following publications: «Turkish Cuisine» (published with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey), Bekarys Shoibekov’s collection of aitys «Bekarys — The Golden Voice of Aitys», Marzhan Yershu’s poem «A Solitary Hand», «Yeldos Smetov. Endurance. Faith. Victory» from the «Contemporaries» series, Yerlan Kozhabayev’s photo album «Kazakh Ornaments», Andrzej Sapkowski’s fantasy novel «The Witcher», Ularbek Daley’s historical novel «Batu Khan», «The Ownerless Shadow» by Alisher Rakhat, «The Journey of Hope» by Spanish writer Javier Moro, «For Whom the Bell Tolls» by Ernest Hemingway, «A Poem-Woman» by Azerbaijani poet Rasmia Sabir, Baiyt Kabanuly’s «Mongol Poetry», «The Tears of the White Zhaiyk» by Nursultan Myktybay, as well as the album books «Turkestan — Eternal and Ever New» and «Dimash Qudaibergen. Infinite Music».On April 23, in celebration of the National Book Day, an official award ceremony will be held for the winners of the national competition Ulttyq Kitap, organized by the Ministry of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan.The official opening ceremony of the exhibition will take place on April 22 at 11:00, with the participation of government and public figures, prominent writers, and foreign ambassadors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-dubai/press/news/details/1201101?lang=kk

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