Astana, January 16, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko met with Ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to Kazakhstan Kathy Leach.The parties reviewed the results of the two countries’ interaction in 2024, highlighting the meeting between President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Prime Minister Keir Starmer on the sidelines of COP29 in Baku. The discussion also focused on the schedule of upcoming events and plans to broaden cooperation, following the signature of the Kazakhstan-UK Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Agreement.Welcoming active engagement in the political, economic and cultural spheres, as well as in science and education through the establishment of branches of UK colleges and universities in Kazakhstan, the parties expressed shared interest in supporting dynamic bilateral ties and creating new favorable opportunities for broader trade and investment cooperation.The diplomats noted the important role of the Kazakhstan-UK Strategic Dialogue, the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical and Cultural Cooperation and other bilateral mechanisms in the ongoing work to further strengthen partnership. Furthermore, the parties discussed prospects of collaboration in the critical raw materials sector between Kazakhstan and the UK.During the meeting the sides also exchanged views on regional and global affairs, including efforts to tackle climate change and protect the environment, highlighting the successful experience of the Kazakh Altyn Dala biodiversity preservation initiative that was recently awarded the Earthshot Prize.For reference: The UK is an important trade and investment partner of Kazakhstan. During January-November 2024, bilateral trade had amounted to more than 800 million US dollars (exports – 389 million, imports – 411.9 million) and in 2023 it reached 1.18 billion US dollars (exports – 702.9 million, imports – 478.7 million). The gross inflow of investment from the UK to Kazakhstan since 2005 has amounted to over 17 billion US dollars. There are 550 enterprises with the participation of British capital working in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/919414

Why choose Kazakhstan for medical tourism? High-quality medical careModern technologies and methods of diagnosis and treatmentDeveloped hospital infrastructureHighly qualified doctorsThe cost of medical services is lower than in foreign countriesIn 2024, over 2,000 foreign patients were treated at UMC clinics.They choose expensive high-tech medical services, surgical interventions, including heart surgery, dental care, oncology treatment, and joint prosthetics.Where are they coming from for treatment?These are neighboring countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Russia and Uzbekistan.In addition, from Turkey, USA, Germany, Great Britain, AustraliaSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/919315

On behalf of the Head of State, the construction of the first national school "ABAI ULTTYQ MEKTEBI" has begun in Almaty, the press service of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports. The new educational institution will be based on the philosophy of the great Kazakh thinker and include the idea of "five values". The educational process at this school will be focused on in-depth study of the Kazakh language and literature. For this purpose, the potential of the current Abai boarding school in Almaty will be fully utilized. "The modernization of the republican specialized boarding school for gifted children named after Abai will give a new impetus to the further development of national education and the strengthening of spiritual and moral values among the younger generation. "ABAI ULTTYQ MEKTEBI" is designed to become an education center for competitive youth in the modern educational space. It will contribute to the formation of a new generation of patriots in accordance with the concept of the Head of State "Adal Azamat" and the philosophy of Abai "Tolyk Adam", the education of the Kazakh elite of public administration. Currently, the development of a unified program "ABAY-Program" has begun, focusing on the in–depth study of the Kazakh language and several foreign languages," said Kanybek Zhumashev, Chairman of the Secondary Education Committee of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The construction of the new school began in November last year. The facility is designed for 900 student places. Its infrastructure includes a boarding school, a teacher's house, a library, a sports complex, a greenhouse and other facilities. The facility is expected to be operational by 2026. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/918886

During the working meeting of the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Shakkaliyev with the Vice President of Jiangsu Province SOHO Holdings Group Co. Dean Hai discussed the initiative to create a multifunctional center in Astana. The project will become an important platform for the development of international trade and business, offering a wide range of services, including: demonstration of Chinese and Kazakhstani goods, conducting business negotiations and concluding contracts with international partners, trade transaction processing services, consulting services, etc.The idea of opening a center in Astana is based on the experience of creating the Central Asia – Jiangsu shopping center in the Chinese city of Nanjing in 2024. As Minister Arman Shakkaliyev noted, the shopping center in Nanjing is a unique platform where companies from Central Asian countries, including Kazakhstan, are located."Today, Kazakhstani companies present their products at this site. Moreover, they got the opportunity to sell goods through streaming sales. Since the opening of the shopping center, products worth about 600 thousand yuan have been sold in real time on the Douyin e-commerce platform," the minister stressed.Vice President of Jiangsu Province SOHO Holdings Group Co. Ding Hai specified that the new multifunctional center will include a shopping pavilion, a cultural center, as well as an office of Jiangsu SOHO Holdings Group Co. Ltd. In addition, an export-import exhibition of Jiangsu Province is planned to be held in Astana in May 2025, which will become part of a large-scale project.Minister of Trade Arman Shakkaliyev assured that Kazakhstan will provide comprehensive support at all stages of the project implementation. The main partner in the development of the center will be JSC "Center for the Development of Trade Policy "QazTrade". The Minister also supported the initiative of holding the exhibition, offering the necessary platform for its organization."The implementation of this project will be a significant step towards strengthening trade and economic ties between Kazakhstan and Jiangsu Province. China is a strategically important trading partner of Kazakhstan, occupying a leading position in terms of bilateral trade. The Head of state set the task of increasing mutual trade with China to $100 billion. Today, we are already witnessing the dynamic development of cooperation with Jiangsu Province: in 11 months, the trade turnover has doubled, reaching $2.66 billion, and Kazakh exports have increased 3.4 times, amounting to $1.49 billion," Arman Shakkaliyev stressed.In January-November 2024, the volume of mutual trade between Kazakhstan and China amounted to $27.1 billion. Exports from Kazakhstan to China increased by 1.6%, reaching $13.5 billion.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/919425

The Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with the ICRIAP and the Government for Citizens State Corporation, is launching a project to create an accounting system for agricultural machinery within the framework of the unified digital information technology platform PSC 2.0.The project was initiated in accordance with the Prime Minister's instructions aimed at simplifying registration procedures for agricultural machinery, as well as improving transparency and accessibility of public services for farmers.According to Vice Minister of Agriculture Baglan Bekbauov, the accounting system for agricultural machinery in the PSC 2.0 IP will reduce the time required to provide public services, minimize errors in data processing and create a single digital space for accounting and registration of agricultural machinery.The pilot launch of the main function for the initial registration of cars took place in August 2024 in Almaty and Kostanay. The system's capabilities were tested, including accepting applications through an electronic queue, taking into account social benefits for service recipients, checking documents and equipment data through a centralized database, and issuing digital registration documents.Starting from the second quarter of 2025, all public services in the field of agricultural machinery accounting will be provided through PSCs. The list of services will include registration and re-registration of equipment, issuance of tractor driver's certificates, state registration of collateral and technical inspection."The digital format of service provision is an important step towards the modernization and digitalization of agriculture in Kazakhstan, which in the long term will contribute to improving productivity and supporting farmers in their daily activities," the Vice Minister said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/918879

The Black Biotechnology biocorporation has announced the launch of a plant for the production of feed additives and fertilizers under the Al Karal brand with a capacity of 6,000 tons per year.Since 2020, the company has been producing feed additives for livestock and poultry, organic fertilizers for plants, and biological additives for pets.The company's team includes highly qualified scientists, biologists, organic chemists, specialists in the field of veterinary medicine and agronomy, which ensures high quality and innovative products. They carry out a lot of research and expertise for the production of feed additives and fertilizers. All products are manufactured using unique equipment developed by the company's scientists and engineers.Initially, all products were produced at a small enterprise in Almaty with a capacity of up to 90 tons per month. However, taking into account the plans to enter the markets of foreign countries, it was decided to expand production.The plant with an area of 3 thousand square meters was built on the territory of the industrial zone of Almaty in one year. Its capacity is 500 tons of products per month.Modern equipment is currently being installed at the plant, and work is underway to expand the geography of exports."40% of Al Karal's products are exported to the near and far abroad. In 2024, we signed two memoranda with Vietnam, three memoranda with China, and reached agreements with Argentina and Brazil. We are also in the process of negotiations with Qatar and the UAE," Asem Kenjebek, the company's founder, announced the plans.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/919124

Yesil Technology Company intends to build an enterprise for the production of high-tech drones in the Almaty region.The project will be implemented with the support of the Ministry of Agriculture and KAZAKH INVEST JSC.Today, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan and investors.The cost of the project, aimed at supporting industrial and innovative development and diversification of the economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, is about 12 million US dollars.The drones produced will be supplied not only to the domestic market of Kazakhstan, but also exported to Central Asian countries.The production process will involve leading engineers with international experience, as well as Kazakhstani specialists.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/919448

At the Baksai water canal in the area of the village of X. Yergalieva, work continues on the rescue of juvenile fish in the Makhambet district.The fact of accumulation of juveniles at the vodokanal was revealed on January 13.According to operational data, about 1.2 million juvenile fish were rescued on January 16. The rescued young crucian and carp with an average weight of 5-6 grams of fish are transported to the Zhaik River in a live form.In total, the total number of rescued juvenile fish amounted to 3.2 million in a few days.40 people and 7 pieces of equipment are involved in the events.The situation has been taken under special control.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/919451

By the end of 2024, 683.7 thousand Kazakhstanis were covered by active employment promotion measures. 546.9 thousand people were employed, of which 358.8 thousand were permanently employed.188.2 thousand people were employed in subsidized jobs, of which: 15.5 thousand for social jobs; 33.3 thousand for youth practice; 110 thousand for community service; 9.6 thousand for the projects "First Workplace", "Generation Contract" – 420 people, "Silver Age" – 19.2 thousand. a man.Online training on in-demand skills in the labor market has reached 57.7 thousand unemployed people, of whom 52.4 thousand have completed their studies.60.3 thousand people were also trained in the basics of entrepreneurship under the Bastau Business project, 37.8 thousand of them completed and received certificates.In order to choose the field of activity, 214.9 thousand people underwent social career guidance.In addition, 8,941 grants to socially vulnerable categories of the population in the amount of up to 400 MCI (1,476,800 tenge) were issued in 2024 to implement new business initiatives. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/918731

Work continues in the country to train new generation teachers for modern comfortable schools, the press service of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports with reference to the National Center for Advanced Training "Orleu". The first training seminar "Comfortable school teaching staff: cooperation, development and support" was attended by about 1,500 teachers from comfortable schools in Shymkent, Akmola, Almaty, Atyrau, Zhambyl, Zhetysu, Kostanay, North Kazakhstan and Turkestan regions. "The training is aimed at developing effective interpersonal communications between managers and teachers in comfortable schools, which contributes to creating a favorable educational environment and improving the effectiveness of the formation of new teams. As part of the training, teachers analyzed existing stereotypes, identified key areas for optimizing team interaction and increased their level of involvement in solving professional tasks," said Aidana Shilibekova, Chairman of the National Center for Advanced Training "Orleu". In addition, the seminar participants received answers to all relevant questions. This practice will continue in other regions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/919106

Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov held a meeting at the social and entrepreneurial Corporation" KOKSHE " (SEC). This Corporation implements important programs for the region "Ken Dala 2" and "Auyl Amanaty", investment projects for the construction of dairy farms, a pilot project "Digital tenge", large-scale initiatives to modernize the housing stock.Deputy chairman of the board of SEC" KOKSHE "Yerkebulan Bayakhmetov noted that in 2024, within the framework of the program" Ken Dala 2", 35 applications worth 11 billion tenge were approved and financed. Acceptance of applications for preferential loans to start preparing for spring field work in 2025 began in December last year. A framework agreement worth 32 billion tenge was concluded between JSC" agrarian Credit Corporation "and SEC" KOKSHE". Farmers receive preferential loans and prepare for field work.In addition, the deputy chairman of the SEC reported on the formation of a regional stabilization fund, forward financing of producers of socially important goods and processing enterprises, as well as seven investment projects aimed at the construction of dairy farms.After hearing reports on key indicators, Marat Akhmetzhanov noted that agricultural producers who received preferential loans and subsidies as state support should show high results in terms of productivity and quality. He noted that in order to achieve effective results, District akimats need to work in harmony with agrarians and SEC "KOKSHE".SEC "KOKSHE" should solve important tasks for our region. Special attention should be paid to the programs for issuing loans" auyl Amanaty "and" Ken Dala 2". These lending programs are the basis for the sustainable development of Agriculture and the economy as a whole in their fields. Therefore, it is necessary to ensure active informatization of the program participants and create all the necessary conditions for prompt submission and consideration of loan applications, Akhmetzhanov said."Akims of the districts were instructed to conduct a screening of settlements and provide support for each borrower to identify potential participants in the Auyl Amanaty program. For the implementation of this program, it is planned to allocate 1.8 billion tenge and issue at least 308 micro-loans, which will create 391 new jobs.In addition, the governor of the region was informed about the modernization of the housing stock in Kokshetau. On the square of valikhanov – Gogol, Sain – Bykovsky streets, six old houses were demolished, the foundations of two high-rise buildings were poured, tower cranes were installed."On your behalf, we have divided this program into two stages: the first stage – 2025-2027, the second stage – 2028-2030. We propose to consider a two-quarter zone, which corresponds to the point construction. The issue of a dilapidated house at Vernadsky 11 is being taken into account. Second place: square of Abay-Tashenov-Auezov-Pushkin streets. There are 66 apartments here, now work is underway with the owners, they are ready to sell their apartments," said Deputy Chairman of the SEC Ali Aliyev. He noted that the program of modernization of the housing stock not only caused good reviews among the population, but also attracted potential investors among construction companies.Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov noted that following the meeting, these projects are capable of significantly improving the economy of the region and instructed to continue active work.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/919483

In the Zhetisu region, by the end of 2025, the level of provision with centralized water supply will be 92.5% or 331 settlements, the press service of the akim of the Zhetisu region reports. According to the regional Department of Energy and Housing and Communal Services, 327 or 91.3% of the 358 settlements in the region are provided with centralized water supply at this stage, including 321 villages.- Last year, 7.7 billion tenge was allocated from the national and local budgets for the implementation of 22 projects, including 9 new and 13 transitional ones, for the construction and reconstruction of water supply systems. As a result, 267 km of networks have been built, and the quality of drinking water in 14 settlements has improved. Two villages in the Alakolsky district were also connected to the centralized water supply. At the same time, projects are rolling over in 6 localities. In addition, for the implementation of 14 projects in the villages of Terekty, Konyr, Lepsinsk of Alakolsky, Zhalgyzagash of Eskeldinsky, Umtyl of Karatal, Akbastau, Tastiozek of Kerbulaksky, Kyrykkudyk, Sholakai, Kerimagash of Panfilovsky and at the Koksu station of Koksu districts, as well as in the cities of Taldykorgan and Tekeli, 3.4 billion tenge is provided from the republican budget for 2025 at this stage. As a result, 4 villages of Alakolsky, Karatal, Aksu, Panfilovsky districts with a population of 2,604 people will be provided with centralized water supply. 267 km of water supply networks will be built and reconstructed, the department said.In general, by the end of 2025, the level of centralized water supply in the Zhetisu region will amount to 92.5% or 331 settlements.By the way, the total length of water supply networks in the region is 3,935 km.Press service of the akim of Zhetisu regionThe photos are taken from the archiveSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/918734

In Akmola region, preparations for the flood period have entered an active phase. Special attention is paid to dredging and cleaning of reservoirs in the region.On the Chaglinka river in the Zerendinsky district, work has been completed on the organization of 1 excavation, excavation of soil and a fertile vegetation layer. Work on the construction of the second excavation is being completed. In a few days, the contractor will dull the construction of the third excavation. The work is expected to be completed by March this year.According to Ulan Kabdin, Director of Qazaq Union LLP, construction equipment will be on duty during the spring floods. The work is carried out in 2 shifts, with about 20 pieces of equipment involved. The total amount of work performed is 75%.Akim of the region Marat Akhmetzhanov got acquainted with the progress of the work, who appreciated the quality and pace of construction. "The Chaglinka River is located in close proximity to the regional center. Therefore, all work must be carried out efficiently and on time," M. Akhmetzhanov emphasized."These dams are one of the most acute problems of our rural district, which has not been solved for a long time. I am glad that the event is being held with the support of the region's leadership. The construction of the dam and the strengthening of the riverbank will have a positive impact on us, the villagers," Kabyken Duisenov said.By the way, work is currently underway in the region to shore up and dredge the Zhabai, Chaglinka and Koluton rivers, and to build protective dams in the village of Zhibek Zholy, which will prevent flooding and ensure the safety of local residents. In addition, culverts are being reconstructed in the village of Damsa in the Shortandinsky district and at the Chapaevskaya dam in the Zhaksynsky district to increase their capacity and reduce the risks of flooding. The events are held at the expense of the Corporate Fund "Demeu Kazakhstan Kory".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/919481

The Minister of Internal Affairs held a meeting at the Astana City Police Department.Interior Minister Yerzhan Sadenov held a working meeting with the heads of services and departments of the Astana City Police Department. The results of operational and service activities are reviewed and priority tasks are identified.The head of the Ministry stressed that Astana, as the capital and business card of the country, requires a special approach to security and law enforcement issues.— The population of the capital already exceeds one and a half million people, and with the growth of the metropolis, the responsibility of the police is also increasing. Law and Order are the foundation of your work. The well—being of the residents depends on your professionalism and organization," Yerzhan Sadenov noted.During the meeting, the Minister of Internal Affairs listened to reports from the head of the Astana City Police Department, heads of the department's staff, and district divisions, and stressed that the Head of State had set the task of widespread implementation of the principles of justice and identified prevention as a key area of activity.— The adoption of the Law "On the prevention of Offenses" is planned. Prevention is the task of all services. Your goal is to reach the zero threshold, where any offenses are prevented in advance. This requires coherence, initiative and a clear organization," the minister said.Following the meeting, Yerzhan Sadenov gave specific instructions aimed at improving the efficiency of the metropolitan police, emphasizing the need for strict monitoring of their implementation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/918880

In order to prevent various criminal elements and terrorist cells from entering the country, the Ministry of Internal Affairs is systematically working to curb illegal migration channels.Organized crime units have detained several such criminal groups.In the Turkestan and Zhambyl regions, the activities of three criminal groups involved in organizing the illegal migration of foreign citizens through falsification and forgery of documents have been suppressed.In the West and North Kazakhstan regions, criminal cases are being investigated against Kazakhstanis who intended to illegally transport foreigners to the territory of a neighboring state, including through rough terrain.In Kyzylorda, together with the border service of the National Security Committee, a group of people was detained who organized a scheme of "intermediary" services for the production of fictitious certificates and the illegal stay of foreigners in Kazakhstan.— In total, more than 20 defendants are brought to criminal responsibility for these facts, who face punishment in the form of imprisonment for up to 7 years with confiscation of property. Work to eliminate illegal migration channels continues," Kuandyk Alpys, a representative of the Department for Combating Organized Crime at the Interior Ministry, said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/918890

As part of his working trip to Riyadh, Kazakh Minister of Industry and Construction Kanat Sharlapayev attended key events of the Future Minerals Forum, including panel sessions and an exhibition, and held a number of meetings with representatives of international companies.Key meetings with leading companies and representatives of government agencies of Saudi Arabia, attended by representatives of the Business Council of Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia, were held with the assistance of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Saudi Arabia.Kanat Sharlapayev met with Xcalibur CEO Andres Blanco. Xcalibur Smart Mapping is a global leader in aerogeophysics and mapping. The company offers comprehensive and sustainable solutions for mapping and evaluating natural capital, renewable and non-renewable resources.Next, the Minister held a meeting with the Minister of Investment of Saudi Arabia Khalid Al-Falih.Kanat Sharlapayev took part in a panel session on the topic "How can we get nation-states to work together to deliver minerals on the required scale?". The session was moderated by Becky Anderson, Managing Editor of CNN Abu Dhabi & Anchor and CNN International. The speakers also included Sarah Jones, Minister of Industry of the United Kingdom, Nick Nazmi, Minister of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability of Malaysia, Nick Ahmad, Minister of Energy and Petroleum of Pakistan, Musadiq Malik, and Ville Rydman, Minister of Economy of Finland.The Minister met with Kimberly Harrington, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Diplomacy at the U.S. Bureau of Energy Resources. The sides touched upon issues of ensuring energy security, energy resources and achieving the goals of decarbonization.Kanat Sharlapaev also held a meeting with Mick Davis, CEO of Vision Blue. It is a mining investment company that creates a portfolio of strategic investments in metals and mineral resources.The Minister met with Helaina Mazza, Acting Special Coordinator for the Partnership on Global Infrastructure and Investments at the Department of State. During the meeting, the parties discussed opportunities for developing international cooperation in the field of infrastructure and promoting sustainable economic growth.Kanat Sharlapaev held a meeting with John Bianchini, CEO of Hatch. It is a global multidisciplinary Canadian company. It offers comprehensive engineering, consulting and digital services in the metallurgical, mining and infrastructure sectors in 150 countries around the world. The company's clients include the largest mining and metallurgical companies in the world.During the Future Minerals Forum, sessions were held on the topics "Build or buy: is the allocation of capital and financial discipline sufficient to meet the demand for minerals?" and "Reducing Investment Risks: Ways to develop sustainable Mineral Supply Chains in a fragmented world."An outdoor exhibition was also organized during the forum, where the latest heavy trucks and equipment, innovative all-terrain vehicles for transporting minerals and mining products were presented.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/918705

The Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces a competitive selection of independent directors to the Boards of Directors of JSC Defense Industrial Complex Development Fund and JSC National Company Kazakhstan Engineering.The competitive selection of independent directors is carried out in accordance with the Procedure for the competitive selection of an independent director to the Boards of Directors of Joint-stock Companies, the sole shareholder of which is the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, approved by the Order of the Acting Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated January 13, 2025 No. 11.The procedure for the competitive selection of an independent director and the announcements are posted in the Documents section https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/documents/1?lang=ruThe deadline for the final acceptance of candidates' competitive applications is January 30, 2025.The postal address of the working body of the competition commission is 32/1 Kabanbai Batyr Ave., Astana, e–mail addresses s.berdalina@mps.gov.kz , a.sereke@mps.gov.kz , tel. (7172) 983192, 983436. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/919199

The Kazakh army continues the program for the commissioning of modular buildings.In 2024 alone, 56 modular buildings were commissioned, including 25 barracks, 4 canteens and 13 administrative offices.In addition, during the year, work was carried out to improve the infrastructure of training centers and training grounds in preparation for the large-scale exercises Birlestik-2024, Boundless Brotherhood, Indestructible Brotherhood, and the military-patriotic gathering of Aybyn youth.Independent repairs in military units and institutions covered more than 800 facilities.New homes for military personnel are being built in five regions of the country.The construction of military camps continues in five regions of Kazakhstan. Modular apartment buildings for officers and military personnel under the contract of the Armed Forces are being built in Semey, Aktobe, Shymkent, Konayev and Atyrau. Asphalt concrete was laid in 7 military towns on an area of more than 58 thousand square meters.m.Newly renovated housing to improve living conditions is inhabited by families raising children with special educational needs.In addition, in 2024, the military privatized 328 apartments in different regions of Kazakhstan.In the city of Konaev, facades have been repaired for the Baldauren children's health center, football and volleyball fields have been installed, fencing, and work is underway to repair the summer dining room. Our own production of furniture and fences is 100% provided by the Armed Forces.The regional operational units of the Armed Forces continued to increase their own production. In 2024, the production of hangars was increased by 25% (24 pieces were made), 38 kilometers of 3D fencing, over 1.5 kilometers of Egoza wire, 670 square meters of PVC products and 8,540 pieces of furniture, including 400 dining tables, 2,400 bedside tables, 1,100 student desks, 3,800 stools, 40 wardrobes cabinets.Thanks to our own furniture production, last year alone the barracks fund of the Ground and Amphibious Assault Forces was updated by 30%. The barracks furniture in the military college of Astana and the republican schools "Zhas Ulan" in the cities of Karaganda and Almaty has been completely renovated.In 2025, it is planned to purchase additional machines, sawmills, furniture manufacturing equipment, and profiles.This will expand the production of goods necessary for the Armed Forces. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/918719

The Ministry of Defense has prepared a draft Government decree "On the draft Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the jubilee medal in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945."The regulatory legal act was developed for the purpose of solemnly honoring veterans and other participants of the Great Patriotic War in the Republic of Kazakhstan.The draft Decree establishes the jubilee medal "1941-1945 LJ. Uly Otan sogysyndagi Zheniske 80 zhyl", the rules of awarding and the description of the medal are approved.The full text of the draft Government decree is available on the e-government portal in the "Open NPAs" section until January 29, 2025 at the link: https://legalacts.egov.kz/npa/view?id=15401269Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/918764

The Alatau ski and biathlon complex, located in the Soldatsky Gorge of the Talgar district of the Almaty region, hosted the Airborne Assault Troops Skiing Championship.For two days, 40 military personnel consisting of eight teams from the Almaty, Konaevsky and Zhetysu garrisons competed in a patrol team race and relay race.– Cross–country skiing with shooting is a spectacular military applied sport. It is an integral part of military personnel's combat training. A girl and three men of different age categories participated in each team," said the chief judge of the competition, Major Marat Agambayev. – The difference from the usual biathlon competitions is that military personnel walk the distance on army skis, which are 2-3 centimeters wider than classic sports skis.On the first day of the patrol team race, none of the teams had to take penalty laps. At the same time, the paratroopers demonstrated good fire training.Physical fitness, cohesion and mutual assistance are important here. After all, the finish time is marked at the end of the 10-kilometer distance by the last team member. And in the patrol relay race, each skier had to complete his 5-kilometer shooting distance.Following the results of the competition, the team of the 37th brigade named after Hero of the Soviet Union Major General Ivan Panfilov (Taldykorgan) won gold. The skiers of the 35th Guards Airborne Assault Brigade (Konayev) were awarded silver, and the 38th Airborne Assault Brigade named after Rayymbek Batyr was awarded bronze.– The track is quite difficult and rugged, but very beautiful and interesting. We have been preparing hard for the competition for more than a month, knowing that we should not underestimate our rivals," said Junior Sergeant Elena Kulneva, the winner of the competition.According to tradition, medals, diplomas and memorable prizes were awarded to the champions and prize-winners.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/918904