The Semey city administration has moved into a new building. The former "Irtysh" hotel in the regional center has undergone major renovation and has been transferred to the akimat's sectoral departments and some departments. Today, the head of the region, Nurlan Urankhayev, visited the administrative building and inspected it.The multi-storey building has changed beyond recognition. The necessary conditions have been created for the convenience of residents. The interior and exterior of the building have been renovated to meet the requirements, and the heating, ventilation, water, and sewage systems have been replaced. Lighting has also been paid attention to. CCTV cameras have also been installed inside the building. Doors and windows have been replaced, and the floor and ceiling have been repaired. A new elevator has been installed.The building also houses the veterans' council, a citizens' reception center, and the regional communications service."Our task is to respond promptly to requests from our fellow citizens. Taking this into account, we decided that it would be advisable to place the city administration departments in one building. "The residents of the city and region who come to the building will receive answers to their questions addressed to representatives of the local executive authorities in one place. This will save people's time and allow them to receive the services they need," the regional akim said.In addition, the regional head instructed to complete the landscaping of the building's courtyard.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/924074

Akim of Karaganda region Yermaganbet Bulekpayev is holding meetings with labor collectives. The meetings are held at workplaces so as not to interrupt the work of employees of factories and enterprises. The first such meeting was held at the Maker company's machine-building plant, where the head of the region came with the heads of key departments and agencies. – We are ready to discuss issues on any topic with you. Enterprise employees, as a rule, cannot come to my regular meetings. That is why I decided to hold a meeting with my colleagues in this way, - said Ermaganbet Bulekpayev to the labor collective. - The President declared this year the Year of Working Professions. This shows how important ordinary workers, specialists are: without them it is difficult to imagine a strong industry and a stable economy. Our task is to ensure decent working conditions, social protection and opportunities for professional growth for each employee. He noted that almost half of the working-age population in the region is engaged in working professions. The regional akim also spoke about the clustering of colleges and how this will affect the training of working personnel. Support colleges have been identified in each industry, and there are 8 such colleges in the region. Their material and technical base will be improved and modern equipment for workshops and laboratories will be purchased. Heads of departments and administrations will work in their areas: transforming vocational and technical education, supporting and developing working professions, improving labor safety, etc. reported on the measures aimed at. The factory workers were introduced to the joint preferential mortgage program of "Otbasy Bank" and the regional akimat. Now it is available for miners and metallurgists. Machine builders were also invited to join it. "Otbasy Bank" and the akimat are ready to consider proposals from any large companies. The workers expressed interest in the development of Bolshaya Mikhailovka. They are also concerned about the state of the city's sewage system. The regional akim noted that the current task is to provide the city with 100% centralized water supply, and then they will take up the repair of collectors. Work is scheduled to begin this year. The meeting asked about the 44 schools that were demolished after being declared unsafe. New ones will be built in their place. Currently, the LSG is being developed. The factory employees expressed their gratitude for such a meeting and shared their achievements.  According to the director of Maker LLP, Zhanibek Baigabelov, the enterprise has increased production volumes, 822 people work at the factory, the conditions are good, so employees try to keep their jobs, and there is a low turnover of personnel.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/923643

Dear fellow citizens, as a result of monitoring and explanatory work carried out by the regional akimat, the Department of Trade and Consumer Rights Protection and the "Ulytau" SEC, the price of potatoes, a vegetable that is widely consumed by the population, has stabilized.   Currently, this type of vegetable is sold at the "Zhanuya" hypermarket in the Kengir settlement for 220 tenge, at the "Organic" JV in the city of Zhezkazgan for 217 tenge, at the "Samaz" supermarket for 220 tenge, and at the "Zhanai" and "Nurtai" supermarkets in the city of Satpayev for 218 tenge.   In addition, the "Ulytau" SEC is considering the supply of 38 tons of potatoes under a contract with "Aktogai Agro" LLP in Pavlodar. Currently, potatoes are being loaded onto trucks and transported to the regional center, Zhezkazgan. The potatoes delivered to the city will be sold to large retail outlets at 198 tenge, and will be sold to consumers on store shelves at 218 tenge.   Therefore, we ask the residents of the region to be understanding of the temporary increase in the cost of potatoes. We would like to inform you that local authorities are taking measures to stabilize prices and are conducting explanatory activities to prevent unjustified price increases. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ulytau/press/news/details/923753

A capsule of 2 cotton processing plants was built in the Otrar district of the Turkestan region. The regional governor, Nuralkhan Kusherov, attended the ceremony and wished success to the initiative. He met with investors and got acquainted with the cotton and textile cluster development project. The head of the region assured that comprehensive support will be provided for the infrastructure work and reminded to promptly report any problems that may arise. This project, which was launched in the Otyrar district, is being implemented jointly by Turkestan Cotton Agro-Industrial Complex LLP and Turkestan SEC JSC. The unique project involves the creation of a high-standard raw material base using modern water-saving technologies, state-of-the-art cotton processing plants, a production facility for the production of drip irrigation tapes, and other infrastructure facilities. An administrative building, a farm base, and pumping stations are being built here. Total investment cost – 80 billion tenge. The project will increase the capacity per year It is planned to launch 4 modern cotton processing plants with a capacity of 160 thousand tons, and create a production line for the production of 6 thousand tons of cotton seeds. Of these, 2 plants will be launched this year, and 2 more are planned to be launched in 2026. When the project is fully implemented, about 1,500 residents of the surrounding area and cities will be employed. The raw materials produced in the Otyrar district are delivered to spinning, weaving, fabric processing, dyeing and finished product factories that are being built in the "Turan" special economic zone in Turkestan. The first large-scale project in the country using water-saving technologies covers all stages of the production process. Thanks to the use of the best technologies, it allows you to save up to 3-4 times the amount of water and achieve high productivity. The economic efficiency of the project is enormous. It will not only contribute to the development of the cotton-textile cluster, but also bring income to the regional budget and increase tax revenues. Press service of the governor of the Turkestan region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/923693

The government is taking measures to support technical specialists within the framework of the Year of Working Professions, initiated by the Head of State.  On the instructions of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the Family Bank announced the launch of a new program "Nauryz Worker" , and the issue of providing housing for working specialists has been resolved.  The program covers employees in the industry, energy, transport, agriculture and water resources sectors.  This year, it is planned to provide 2,440 loans worth 72 billion tenge to representatives of working professions within the framework of the "Nauryz Worker" program.  The start of accepting applications is scheduled for March 17, 2025. "Nauryz Worker" will be part of the already well-known "Nauryz" housing program. According to the terms of the program, a loan will be provided at a rate of 7% for socially vulnerable categories of citizens (from 7.1% to 9.6% of the GST) and 9% for all other categories (from 9.4% to 13%). The initial payment starts from 10% for the purchase of primary housing with clean finishing, and from 20% for the purchase of primary housing without finishing and housing on the secondary market. The maximum loan amount is 30 million tenge for regions, 36 million tenge for Astana and Almaty. In addition to the “Nauryz Worker” program, Otbasy Bank will also work with domestic enterprises within the framework of a “corporate” product, which means that enterprises will allocate funds for lending to their employees.  “Our President declared 2025 the Year of Working Professions.  Miners, metallurgists, masons, electricians, foundries perform heavy work. Owners of these and many other professions provide us with our basic needs. Care for such specialists is equal to care for the good of the entire society. Many of them work in difficult conditions. Therefore, solving their housing problems will help compensate for difficult working conditions,” said Lyazzat Ibragimova, Chairman of the Board of Otbasy Bank JSC. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/923547

Astana, 24 January 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received the newly appointed Ambassador of Japan to Kazakhstan Yasumasa Iijima.During the meeting, the parties discussed in detail the state and prospects of bilateral and multilateral cooperation, paying special attention to the schedule of mutual visits and events at the highest and high levels planned for this year.Given the significant volumes of bilateral trade and direct Japanese investments in Kazakhstan, particular emphasis was placed on the importance of further deepening trade and economic cooperation.The importance of the Joint Commission of the governmental and private sectors of Kazakhstan and Japan on economic cooperation, which promotes mutually beneficial partnerships, was highlighted.Yasumasa Iijima expressed full readiness for active interaction to develop bilateral relations.Kazakh Foreign Minister M.Nurtleu wished the Ambassador of Japan success in his work in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/924116

Geneva, January 23, 2025 - The Fourth Report of Kazakhstan on the fulfilment of human rights obligations and recommendations of the previous review was considered during the 48th session of the Working Group of the United Nations Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review.The delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan consisted of senior officials of nine main state bodies that directly implement state policy and monitor the fulfillment of state’s human rights obligations, as well as members of the Majilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan.More than 100 UN Member States delegations participated in the review. It demonstrated a genuine interest to an open and constructive dialogue with our country. The event was held in the format of an interactive discussion, during which UN Member States raised questions, made comments and recommendations for further improvement of our country's human rights system.The Kazakhstan’s official delegation, led by Minister of Justice Yerlan Sarsembayev, addressed the UN Human Rights Council on a wide range of issues, focusing on the comprehensive reforms undertaken by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in the field of human rights and the rule of law, key legal initiatives on the elimination of torture and ill-treatment, peaceful assembly and freedom of association, ensuring the work of mass media and expanding the rights of journalists, combating human trafficking and domestic violence. In addition, the members of the delegation provided comprehensive information to questions raised by UN Member States, enriching the dialogue and sharing the good practices on human rights issues.In his address to the Council, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko shared the country's experience in cooperating with the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Special Procedures of the Human Rights Council and UN treaty bodies. In particular, attention was drawn to the inter-agency mechanism established by the Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan to consider inquiries from UN special rapporteurs and treaty bodies on individual communications. The Kazakh diplomat also briefed on ongoing technical cooperation with the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. According to human rights experts, this level of interaction underlines Kazakhstan's priorities in advancing the country’s human rights protection system and democratic processes.Responding to the question on strengthening the dialogue between the Government and civil society, Mr. Vassilenko referred to the role of the consultative and advisory body "Human Dimension Dialogue Platform", which takes place regularly at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. He underlined the constructive nature of this platform, which contributed to the adoption of three human rights action plans and several legal acts related to wide range of political and social issues of the country.During the dialogue with the Kazakhstan’s delegation, UN Member States expressed their support to the ambitious reforms and welcomed the concrete actions to strengthen fundamental human rights and freedoms. In particular, the international community commended the laws adopted in the areas of combating domestic violence, ensuring the safety of children, strengthening the mandate of the Commissioner for Human Rights and the National Preventive Mechanism, and social protection of the population, particularly, in the most vulnerable situations.The UN Member States acknowledged the abolition of the death penalty, adoption of the Action Plan on Human Rights and the Rule of Law on December 8, 2023, and Kazakhstan's contribution to the work of the UN Human Rights Council during its 2022-2024 membership.The Universal Periodic Review, as a unique mechanism of the UN Human Rights Council, provides an opportunity for all Member States to have their human rights situation regularly reviewed.The report of the UPR Working Group on Kazakhstan along with the UN Member States recommendations will be adopted by the UN HRC during its 59th session in June 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/924252

Astana, 24 January 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus Petros Nacouzis on the occasion of the beginning of his diplomatic mission in Kazakhstan.The meeting highlighted key aspects of the Kazakh-Cypriot cooperation across political, trade, economic, cultural, and humanitarian domains. The parties also reviewed progress in implementing agreements previously reached between the foreign ministers of the two states.The significance establishment of diplomatic missions of two countries in Astana and Nicosia was emphasized. A common opinion was expressed that this step would contribute to the further development of mutually beneficial cooperation across the entire spectrum of relations.At the conclusion of the meeting, Minister M.Nurtleu extended his best wishes to the Ambassador Nacouzis for a successful mission in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/924378

The Ministry of Digital Development informs that the current issues with mobile communication and access to Meta services (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp) are of a global nature. Similar disruptions have been reported in many countries worldwide.Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.It should be noted that these disruptions are not related to technical issues associated with services provided by JSC "NIT." Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/924028

Вице-министр национальной экономики Бауыржан Кудайбергенов и Управляющий директор департамента финансирования и развития МСБ Европейского банка реконструкции и развития (ЕБРР) Жужанна Харгитай подписали межведомственное соглашение о сотрудничестве по реализации Программы деловых консультационных услуг для предприятий МСБ.В Казахстане реализован ряд успешных проектов при участии ЕБРР, которые способствовали развитию диверсифицированной, устойчивой и инклюзивной модели роста экономики страны.Документ охватывает вопросы дальнейшего развития предпринимательства в стране, в том числе за счет ряда мероприятий и инструментов поддержки, которые показали свою эффективность. Одними из основных целей программ ЕБРР является создание конкурентоспособного, диверсифицированного и инклюзивного частного сектора, а также создание рабочих мест и добавленной стоимости.Бауыржан Кудайбергенов подчеркнул, что в рамках соглашения основной упор сделан на конкурентоспособные предприятия среднего бизнеса, с целью вывести их на качественно более высокий уровень и повысить эффективность, результативность и конкурентоспособность.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/921326

Встреча с представителем ОЭСР Антонио Капобьянко и АЗРК состоялась в рамках рабочей миссии Организации экономического сотрудничества и развития в Казахстан для подготовки Второго обзора конкурентного законодательства и политики Казахстана. Как отметил на встрече заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин, на сегодня рекомендации ОЭСР, данные в рамках Первого обзора, реализованы на 80%.«Глава государства поставил перед нами цель привести экономическую политику Казахстана в соответствие с высокими стандартами ОЭСР, большую часть рекомендаций мы воплотили в действие. Сегодня мы готовы обсудить интересующие вас вопросы в рамках Второго обзора», — обратился вице-премьер к участникам встречи. Стороны обсудили недавние инициативы Казахстана в сфере развития конкуренции и либерализации экономики Казахстана. В частности, положительно отметив создание Национального офиса по приватизации при АЗРК и его планы по снижению государственного участия в предпринимательстве. Представители ОЭСР планируют провести еще ряд встреч с руководителями других государственных органов и международных организаций для сбора материала к подготовке Второго обзора конкурентного законодательства и политики Казахстана. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/922950

В г. Петропавловск состоялся круглый стол на тему «Развитие трудовых ресурсов в регионах Казахстана: современное состояние и перспективы», организованный Сенатом Парламента Республики Казахстан.В ходе круглого стола с докладом выступил вице-министр национальной экономики Бауыржан Омарбеков, который представил актуальный анализ социально-экономического развития регионов за последние десять лет, таких как укрепление обрабатывающей промышленности на севере, рост сервисного сектора на юге и изменение вклада западных регионов. Также он озвучил новые подходы развития регионов, такие как стимулирование малого и среднего бизнеса, развитие сельхоз машиностроения и автомобилестроения, внедрение инноваций и переподготовка кадров.По словам Б.Омарбекова, за последние годы наблюдается значительное изменение экономической структуры регионов. В частности, северные области укрепили свои позиции благодаря развитию обрабатывающей промышленности и сельского хозяйства. Тем не менее, остаются вызовы, такие как демографический спад, диверсификация экономикии износ инфраструктуры. В связи с чем ключевые направления региональной политики, направленные на обеспечение баланса между экономическим и социальным развитием регионов, будут расширены и усилены.Кроме того, в настоящее время МНЭ разрабатывает Концепцию региональной политики до 2030 года, цель которой равномерное развитие инфраструктуры, улучшение качества жизни и создание новых возможностей для трудовых ресурсов.«Реализация региональной политики – это залог устойчивого развития всей страны. Министерство национальной экономики продолжает работать над внедрением новых подходов, направленных на поддержку трудовых ресурсов и повышение качества жизни населения», - заключил вице-министр.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/924301

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The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces the accreditation of associations of private business entities under the Ministry in accordance with the Order of the Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 29, 2023 No. 127 "On approval of the Model Regulation on Expert Councils on Entrepreneurship and the Rules for Accreditation, including the form of the certificate of accreditation, the grounds and procedure for revoking the accreditation of associations private business entities and other non–profit organizations" (hereinafter referred to as the Rules).According to paragraph 7 of the Rules, associations and organizations applying for accreditation with a state body, within 10 (ten) business days from the date of publication of the announcement, submit a package of documents provided for in paragraph 8 of the Rules in electronic form.:1) an application for accreditation by private business entities and other non-profit organizations in accordance with Annex 2 to the Rules;2) electronic copies of the constituent documents and documents confirming the state (accounting) registration (re-registration) of a legal entity, branch (representative office) in Kazakh and Russian languages;3) a list of members of the association and/or organization, indicating the business identification number.The deadline for accepting documents is within ten working days from the date of publication of the announcement (from January 20 to January 31, 2025, until 18.30 hours inclusive).Documents for participation in the accreditation of private business entities are submitted by e-mail: g.kenzhebay@energo.gov.kz .For more information, please call: 8 (7172) 78-68-58, 78-68-93. To fill out the required forms, please follow the link https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/documents/details/782680 ?lang=ru. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/920654

On January 21, 2025, a Kazakh delegation led by the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Almasadam Satkaliyev paid a working visit to the Russian Federation.The main purpose of the visit was to get acquainted with the experience of operating nuclear power plants and to study the technologies of generation 3+ power units with VVER-1200 reactors. The delegation visited the Leningrad NPP, where the key technical aspects of the plant's operation were presented, including the installation of a block control room, a turbine compartment, a laboratory complex and a cooling system for power units. The VVER-1200 reactor is the flagship project of the Rosatom State Corporation.The visit to the Russian Federation was the final stage of a competitive dialogue with potential suppliers of technologies for the construction of nuclear power plants in Kazakhstan.Earlier, in the period from October to December 2024, similar working visits were held to the Republic of Korea, the French Republic and the People's Republic of China. Rosatom State Corporation is on the "shortlist" along with the Korean company KHNP, the Chinese CNNC and the French EDF.During the visit, the delegation held consultations with the management of the Leningrad NPP and got acquainted with the plant's infrastructure. Sosnovy Bor, the satellite city of the NPP, which is a modern science city and a center of scientific and engineering competencies, was also visited.For reference: The Leningrad NPP is the largest in Russia in terms of installed capacity and the only NPP operating two different types of power units – channel uranium-graphite (RBMK) and water-water (VVER). The main feature of the VVER-1200 project is the unique combination of active and passive safety systems that make the station as resistant to external and internal influences as possible."Today we have completed a series of working visits aimed at studying the world's best practices in the field of nuclear energy. The visit to the Leningrad NPP made it possible to get acquainted in detail with the technologies and safety measures that ensure the protection of the environment and the well–being of local residents," said Almasadam Satkaliyev, Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The final decision on the choice of a supplier or consortium for the NPP construction project will be made this year. The decision will be made taking into account national interests, international norms and obligations, as well as recommendations of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/922018

The implementation of the idea of a "listening state" involves active interaction with the public through convenient platforms for exchanging ideas and opinions with citizens. One of the places where Kazakhstanis can get clarification, solve problems, and seek help is the Reception Center for Citizens. Today, the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Madi Takiev, held a personal reception for citizens here. Citizens' appeals concerned various areas: taxation, auditing, privatization, tax audits and financing the construction of social facilities were raised. The changes that will be made to the Tax Code were also explained at the reception. Chairman of the Internal State Audit Committee N.T. Mynzhasarov, Deputy Chairman of the State Property and Privatization Committee N.T. Adilbekov, Acting Chairman of the State Revenue Committee S.A. Akhmetov and other employees of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan attended the meeting to promptly answer questions and execute the Minister's instructions.The schedule of meetings with the population of the Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan is available on the Ministry's website.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/922922

Astana, January 23, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received newly appointed Chinese Ambassador to Kazakhstan Han Chunlin.During the conversation, the parties discussed topical issues of Kazakh-Chinese cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres, as well as exchanged views on the prospects for its further development.Special attention was paid to the schedule of planned bilateral visits and events at the highest and highest levels this year, as well as to the interaction of the parties within the framework of multilateral structures.At the end of the meeting, Minister M.Nurtleu wished the Chinese Ambassador success in his activities in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/923393

Astana, January 23, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received Ambassador of the Republic of Austria Andrea Bacher on the occasion of the beginning of her diplomatic mission in Kazakhstan.The meeting focused on the state and prospects of Kazakh-Austrian cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.The parties noted the importance of the Kazakh-Austrian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic, Agricultural, Environmental, Industrial, Technical and Technological Cooperation and the Business Council in expanding mutually beneficial engagement and promoting business ties between the two countries.At the conclusion of the meeting, Minister Nurtleu wished the Austrian Ambassador success during her mission in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/923590

Astana, January 23, 2025 – At the initiative of the Egyptian side, a telephone conversation took place between Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt Badr Abdelatty.The foreign ministers discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation, as well as schedule of upcoming events.In addition, the sides exchanged views on a number of topical issues on the international agenda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/923767