A large-scale modernization of the irrigation ditch network is underway in Almaty, aimed at preventing flooding and improving sanitation in the city. These works are carried out within the framework of the republican program "Taza Kazakhstan" and the city campaign "Almaty is our common home".This year, at the initiative of Akim Yerbolat Dosayev, work has been completed in various parts of the city: 7.4 km of irrigation ditches on 15 streets have been reconstructed in the eastern part of Almaty, irrigation ditches and storm sewers with a length of 30.1 km have been updated in the central part on 67 streets, 20.5 km of irrigation ditches have been built in the western part (Alatau, Nauryzbai and Auezov districts). The measures are aimed at improving the hydrological situation, especially in areas with a high risk of flooding.The residents of the city express their gratitude for the work done."We are very glad that the problem with flooding on Polezhaev Street has finally been solved. Previously, in heavy rains, the water rose to the level of the sidewalks and flooded our yards, which created huge inconveniences. But after the work has been done, the water no longer stands on the roads, and we can safely move around even in rainy weather. Thank you to everyone who took part in this important matter!", - thanks a resident of the district Galina."Flooding at the intersection of Makataev and Zhumaliev streets was a real headache for all local residents. In heavy rains, water not only flooded roads, but also got into the basements of houses, creating serious problems. I am very glad that this situation has now been changed - after the work done, the water no longer stagnates. Now we can safely walk and move along the street without fear that it will rain and flood everything again," shares Yerlan, a resident of Zhumalieva Street.Recall that in Almaty, on the eve of the winter period, within the framework of the republican program "Taza Kazakhstan" and the city campaign "Almaty is our common home", a large–scale cleaning of the street and road network, public places, riverbeds, street urns and a ditch network is being carried out.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/890994

Deputy Akim of the region Abai Zhasulan Sarsebayev, together with the heads of relevant departments, made a working trip to Urdzhar district. During the visit, he got acquainted with the condition of key social facilities and outlined a number of instructions for their improvement.As part of the visit to the Nauala secondary School, the work on the current repair of the roof was checked. At the Kolden High School, the inspection revealed the need to accelerate major repairs, and at the B.Momyshuly school, the delegation got acquainted with the restored boiler room. Special attention is paid to checking compliance with safety rules, the operation of boiler rooms and the sanitary condition of school canteens."Social facilities must meet modern standards. It is important for us that children and employees are in safe and comfortable conditions, and for this it is necessary to carry out timely repairs and strengthen the material and technical base," Zhasulan Sarsebayev said.The delegation visited the village club in the village of Naualy, designed for 250 seats, as well as the village club in the village of Kokozek for 150 seats. The activities of rural clubs are aimed at organizing cultural and leisure activities, developing the creativity of folk groups and searching for local talents. Both projects are included in the Comprehensive Development Plan of Urjar district for 2025.During the trip, a project for the construction of a two-storey extension to the building of the KSU "Urdzhar Children's Center for Special Social Services" was considered. The total area of the extension will be 2083.8 square meters. meters. It will provide services in eight areas: social, medical, psychological, pedagogical and others. The institution provides assistance to children with neuropsychiatric pathologies and disorders of the musculoskeletal system, taking into account individual needs.The delegation also visited the sports module in the village of Zhanai, which provides a wrestling and boxing hall, a fitness room, as well as a mini-football field measuring 40×20 meters. The Deputy Mayor stressed the need to maintain the quality of sports infrastructure and its accessibility for local residents.During the trip, Zhasulan Sarsebayev instructed to accelerate the work on the overhaul of educational and cultural facilities, strengthen control over compliance with sanitary and technical requirements in schools, develop additional programs to expand access to social and sports services, as well as pay attention to the qualifications of personnel in cultural and social institutions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/890917

The Ministry of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan, as the authorized body for international trade and facilitation of trade procedures, actively cooperates with international organizations to improve the efficiency of transport corridors, reduce barriers to trade and develop trade relations. In this context, the SPECA Economic Forum, held from November 26 to 28, 2024 in Dushanbe (Tajikistan), plays a key role in supporting sustainable economic growth and expanding regional cooperation.The SPECA Forum is an important platform for discussing issues of sustainable development and integration of Central Asian countries into the global economy. The main purpose of the forum is to support the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and promote regional initiatives to achieve the goals of a green economy, increase energy efficiency and develop sustainable transport networks.Important topics of discussion at the 2024 Forum were:Expanding cooperation between the countries of the region to support green development and the introduction of innovative technologies that contribute to sustainable economic growth.Exchange of knowledge and experience between government officials and key stakeholders in the field of policies and strategies aimed at improving socio-economic security and sustainability, as well as the development of "green" technologies.The development of renewable energy sources and increased energy efficiency, which directly affects the improvement of trade conditions and cost reduction in the energy sector.Strengthening trade cooperation between SPECA member States and international organizations, which contributes to reducing barriers to trade and improving conditions for the business environment in the region.One of the most important aspects of the forum will be the discussion of opportunities for the development of national development strategies in line with international agendas, such as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Vienna Programme of Action for Landlocked Developing Countries. These strategies will help to improve transport flows, increase their efficiency and transparency, which will contribute to the development of trade and economic integration of the countries of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/890999

Dear taxpayers! The State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan informs that by Order №619 dated September 11, 2024, the following changes and additions were made to the Rules for registration of the SNT and the statement of the ESF:- voluntary use of product codes (GTIN or others);- mandatory registration of SNT for the sale of liquefied petroleum gas from December 1, 2024;- mandatory filling in the "Net weight" column in kilograms when importing/exporting goods within the EAEU from January 1, 2025 (before the specified date voluntarily);- optimization of the SNT form: section K, consisting of subsections K, K1, K2, K3, K4, has been replaced with a new section (reduced by 29 graphs).Other clarifications and editorial changes have also been made.The change of the SNT form on the IS ESF web portal is planned for December 2024.On the IS ESF test server https://test3.esf.kgd.gov.kz:8443 it is possible to familiarize yourself with the changed functionality and, if necessary, take these changes into account in your accounting systems.The developer's kit (SDK with updates on the SNT form) is available for download on the KGD website https://kgd.gov.kz/ru/content/api-interfeys-elektronnye-scheta-faktury-1.The user's guide can be found at the links https://kgd.gov.kz/ru/content/rukovodstvo-polzovatelya-1 . If you have any questions about changes in the SNT form, please contact us by e-mail esfsd@kgd.minfin.gov.kz or by phone number +7 (7172) 72-51-61. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/852688

On November 26, 2024 at the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan with the participation ofVice Minister of Energy Bakytzhan Ilyas held a regular meetingThe Public Council for the Fuel and Energy Complexon the basis of JSC "Situational Analytical Center of the Fuel and energy complex of the Republic of Kazakhstan".The members of the Public Council were provided with information on the transfer of the information system for accounting for certain types of SUNP petroleum products to state ownership, on the budget execution of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan for 2023 and the 3rd quarter of 2024, on the absence of common unified technical requirements for the introduction of intelligent networks and on the possibility of developing the Digital Kazakhstan program in terms of implementation in the country "Internet of Energy", as well as a report on the activities of JSC "Situational Analytical Center of the Fuel and Energy Complex of the Republic of Kazakhstan" was heard.The meeting was also attended by representatives of JSC "Information and Accounting Center".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/891004

Pension assets of Kazakhstanis as of November 1, 2024 amounted to KZT21.6 trillion. Growth over 10 months of the current year exceeded KZT3.7 trillion (amounted to 20.8%). Over the year, pension assets increased by about KZT4.4 trillion (or by 25.3%).As of November 1, 2024, pension savings due to compulsory pension contributions (CPC) amounted to more than KZT20.7 trillion (annual growth - 24.5%, since the beginning of the year - 19.9%). The amount of pension savings under COPC was formed in the amount of about KZT633.8 billion, showing an increase of 15.3% over the year, and 11.5% since the beginning of the current year. The largest increase (47.3% for the year, 39.2% since the beginning of the year) was shown by savings on voluntary pension contributions (VPC), the volume of which amounted to more than KZT7.3 billion.From January 1, 2024, additional funds – employer’s compulsory pension contributions (ECPC) – will be credited to the pension accounts of contributors (beneficiaries). Over the 10 months of 2024, the amount of pension savings due to ECPC amounted to more than KZT194.9 billion.IncomingPension savings are increasing due to receipts in the form of pension contributions and investment income. Pension contributions to contributors' accounts for 10 months of 2024 amounted to more than KZT2.2 trillion (an increase of 29.7% or KZT514.6 billion compared to the previous year's figure).All types of contributions show growth: about KZT2 trillion have been received to individual pension savings accounts (IPSA) for the CPC since the beginning of the year as of 01.11.2024 (this is 19.1% more than for the same period last year), for the COPC - KZT94.5 billion (an increase of 19.8%), and for the VPC - KZT2.6 billion (an increase of 38.0%).Net investment income accrued to individual and conditional pension savings accounts of UAPF contributors since the beginning of the year as of November 1, 2024 amounted to about KZT2.4 trillion. Its volume increased by more than 1.1 trillion tenge (or 92.8%) compared to the same period last year.Benefits and transfersBenefit payments for all types of contributions and transfers to insurance organizations from the UAPF for 10 months of 2024 amounted to about KZT990 billion, which is almost 2 times the volume of payments in the same period last year.KZT429.1 billion are lump sum pension benefit payments (LSPBP) for improving housing conditions and medical treatment.Benefit payments in connection with reaching retirement age amounted to about KZT171.6 billion, which is 39.8% higher than last year.За 10 месяцев с начала года также осуществлены выплаты по наследству – 50,3 млрд тенге, в связи с выездом на ПМЖ за пределы РК –33,9 млрд тенге, лицам с инвалидностью – более 2,5 млрд тенге, на погребение – порядка 8,4 млрд тенге. В страховые организации переведена сумма более 294,1 млрд тенге.Over the 10 months since the beginning of the year, payments were also made for inheritance - KZT50.3 billion, in connection with leaving for permanent residence outside the Republic of Kazakhstan - KZT33.9 billion, to persons with disabilities - more than KZT2.5 billion, for burial - about KZT8.4 billion. The amount of more than KZT 294.1 billion was transferred to insurance organizations.The amount of the average monthly benefit from the UAPF in connection with reaching retirement age was 33,865 tenge, and the maximum amount of the monthly payment was 945,752 tenge.Number of IPSAsThe total number of pension accounts in the UAPF as of November 1, 2024 was 16.9 million units (the number of accounts since the beginning of the year has grown by more than 4.6 million units or 37.5%, over the year - by 37.9%). At the same time, the number of IPSA of contributors (beneficiaries) in the UAPF as of November 1, 2024 amounted to about 12.5 million units, of which: more than 11.1 million - according to CPC, 705.8 thousand - according to COPC, about 433.5 thousand - by VPC.The number of conditional pension accounts in the UAPF, on which ECPC are recorded in accordance with the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, was about 4.5 million units.All up-to-date information on statistical data on pension assets, including by regions of the republic, is posted on the enpf.kz website in the "Indicators" section.UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz). Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/890847

In the first nine months of 2024, employers transferred mandatory pension contributions in favor of 4 million 363.2 thousand employees in the amount of 170 billion tenge.As previously reported, since January 1, 2024, Kazakhstan has begun the phased introduction of mandatory employer pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as OPVR) at its own expense in favor of its employees, starting from 1.5% this year to 5% by 2028.The transfer of OPVR by employers will make it possible to provide employees in old age with an additional cumulative pension payment on a lifelong basis.This measure is aimed at supporting the younger generation of Kazakhstanis, whose pensions will directly depend on their pension contributions. Their pension will consist of three components: a basic pension from the state, a funded pension – at the expense of their contributions to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund and a conditional funded pension - at the expense of contributions from employers.The payment of the OPVR is carried out by employers only for persons born after January 1, 1975.It should be noted that the employer's expenses for the payment of OPVR in accordance with the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan are attributed to deductions from taxable income. Accordingly, the burden on the employer will remain at an acceptable level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/890882

As of November 25, 2024, 12,835 citizens have been assigned a special social payment (hereinafter referred to as CER) for persons who have worked in harmful working conditions for a long time. A total of 13,673 people applied for an appointment.3,151 people applied for the appointment of a special social payment from 2 sources (the republican budget and the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund), of which 3,037 recipients were appointed.10,522 people applied for appointments from 4 sources (the republican budget, the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund, the employer and the life insurance company), of which 9,798 recipients were appointed.In addition, 351 citizens are awaiting the conclusion of a pre-retirement annuity agreement with an insurance company, and another 119 citizens did not respond to an SMS message. 368 applicants for the CER were denied its appointment due to non-compliance with the mandatory conditions.By region, the largest number of applicants for the appointment of special social payments were registered in Karaganda (2 sources – 538 people, 4 sources – 1,835 people), Kostanay (2 sources – 340 people, 4 sources – 1,151 people) and East Kazakhstan (2 sources - 283 people, 4 sources – 1,173 people) areas.As previously reported, since January 1, 2024, Kazakhstan has introduced a special social payment for people who have worked in harmful working conditions for a long time.Mandatory conditions for the appointment of CERS are the achievement of 55 years of age and the availability of occupational pension contributions to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund (hereinafter – UAPF) for at least 7 years. The payment is made before retirement age. To receive a special social payment, you need to leave work with harmful working conditions. Employees can transfer to light work, then they will receive a salary and payment, or go on vacation and receive a special social payment before retirement.Taking into account the mandatory conditions for the appointment of CERS, according to the UAPF, more than 37 thousand employees can apply for it in 2024, the average amount of payment in general is more than 208 thousand tenge. The amount of payment for each employee depends on the savings in the UAPF.According to the Social Code, employers list mandatory occupational pension contributions for employees whose professions and activities are included in the List of industries, jobs, professions of employees engaged in jobs with harmful working conditions, numbering more than 2.3 thousand positions. Thus, the special social payment is due to Kazakhstanis working in 17 sectors of the economy, including mining and manufacturing industries and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/890915

On November 28, 2024, temporary restrictions on the movement of transport will be imposed on certain sections of the streets of the capital in connection with a meeting of the CSTO Collective Security Council with the participation of foreign heads of state, the official website of the Akimat reports with reference to the State Security Service.So, according to the Police Department, on November 28, from 06:00 to 20:00, traffic will be completely blocked on the following sections of streets: Zh. Nazhimedenova St. (from Tauelsizdik Ave. to K. Amanzholov St.) and Amanzholova St. (from Zh. Nazhimedenova St. to A. Baitursynov St.).In this regard, the traffic patterns of the routes are temporarily changing №№ 14, 32, 43, 50, 66, 84. Public transport will operate normally. The opening hours are from 06:00 to 23:30 hours.Preparatory activities involve the use of resources of special state, law enforcement agencies and the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan, including military aviation and equipment.It is separately reported that on November 27, front-line aviation flights of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan are scheduled over the city.We ask residents to understand the enhanced security regime and plan travel routes in advance.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/890794

Issues of social protection of persons with disabilities were discussed at the meeting chaired by akim of Zhambyl region Yerbol Karashukeev.The report of the head of the Department of coordination of employment and social programs Erkin Kelesov was heard on the agenda.45,571 people have disabilities in Zhambyl region.This year, 4.3 billion tenge was allocated for socio-psychological and medical rehabilitation of this category of citizens. tenge was allocated, the plan was fulfilled by 93.9%. At the same time, 2.6 billion tenge was allocated for social services. tenge reviewed.944 people and 415 children with disabilities are provided with special social services in 18 medical and social institutions.This year, it is planned to adapt 259 facilities for people with special needs, and work has been completed in 189 buildings.About 2,300 people with disabilities use the invataxi service. For this purpose, 32 specially equipped cars are provided.As of November 1 of this year, 2,150 people with disabilities were involved in active employment measures. Of these, 679 citizens received permanent jobs. In addition, 102 job fairs were organized, and 715 citizens found permanent jobs.At the staff meeting, Akims of Taraz and districts reported on the work done to adapt social facilities, provide prosthetic and orthopedic products.The governor of the region demanded not to neglect the creation of favorable conditions for the movement of citizens with disabilities, permanent employment, as well as professional development of specialists serving them.Erbol Karashukeyev, noting that the ramp at some private facilities does not meet the standard, and it is impossible for even an ordinary person to ride, warned the head of the Regional Department of social protection Aslan Orazbekov to take tough measures on this.In addition, he drew attention to the complaints of the population on the appointment of disability. The responsible persons were given 1 month to develop a proposal to ensure the fairness and transparency of medical and social expertise within the framework of the law.-It is necessary to stop the abuse of patients, — the governor of the region instructed to take a responsible approach to the problems of citizens with disabilities.At the staff meeting, acting head of the Department of Education Alisher Azimbay made a report on the education and upbringing of children with disabilities.There are 9,468 children in need of special education in the region, of which 7,120 are provided with education and upbringing.89% of 447 general education schools and 81% of 224 public pre-school institutions are dedicated to inclusive education.Yerbol Karashukeyev instructed to further intensify work on providing children with disabilities with high-quality inclusive education, develop a specific proposal to open an additional Center for psychological, medical and pedagogical consultation in Taraz.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhambyl/press/news/details/890812

A press conference was held today following the results of the main UN climate summit – COP29 held in the capital of Azerbaijan.The speakers were the Head of the Department of Climate Policy of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sh.Tastemirova, representatives of the NAO "International Center for Green Technologies and Investment Projects", Kazakhmys Corporation LLP, international experts.It should be recalled that the UN Climate Conference ended in Baku, which was attended by representatives of about 200 countries. This event has become an important tool for making collective decisions and finding compromises aimed at combating climate change.During the panel sessions, representatives of Kazakhstan not only identified problematic issues, but also presented a number of initiatives that have been actively developed in our country. In particular, an effective solution for the agricultural sector was presented – the methodology of Ecosystem Regenerative Agriculture (ERA), which restores soil fertility. The project, which will be one of the first in the field of carbon removal in Kazakhstan, implemented within the framework of the updated national contribution of Kazakhstan (NDC 3.0), was also presented to the international community.During the event, it was announced that Kazakhstan has become the BTR world champion. Our country, among only nine of the 197 UNFCCC member States, has submitted a biennial Transparency report (BTR1). Similar large-scale work has been completed by Japan, Spain, Turkey, Singapore and the Netherlands. This fact confirms Kazakhstan's leadership in the Central Asian region in achieving the climate goals set out in the Paris Agreement.As one of the important outcomes of the conference, we can note the positive decision to hold the next regional climate summit in 2026 in Kazakhstan, which will become a platform for developing joint strategies and solutions to combat climate change.Our country strives to create conditions for an open and constructive dialogue, as well as to promote the exchange of best practices and innovations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/890796

The Small Grants Program of the Global Environment Facility (GEF SGP) in Kazakhstan, working under the auspices of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), as part of the Seventh Operational Phase of work, announces the acceptance of project applications for participation in the grant competition.Applications are accepted only from registered Kazakhstani non-profit non-governmental public organizations (NGOs). Project proposals from government agencies and enterprises, commercial structures (LLP, etc.) and research organizations are not accepted for consideration.Project proposals should be aimed at the implementation of activities in one of the 2 thematic areas:Mitigation of the effects of climate change;Reduction of land degradation processes.Project activities should be aimed at implementing measures that reduce the negative impact on steppe, semi-desert or desert ecosystems. Geographically, design work should be concentrated in rural and suburban areas of the following regions: Kostanay, Akmola, Karaganda, Ulytau, Kyzylorda, Almaty, Zhetysu, Turkestan, East Kazakhstan and Abai. Regional centers, as well as the cities of Shymkent, Astana and Almaty, cannot be the place of implementation of the announced projects.Projects should include mechanisms and measures to improve the well-being of local communities (including groups such as women, youth, vulnerable groups) and their active involvement in the implementation of the project. Projects based on network partnership and joint implementation of project activities by several NGOs are welcome.The amount of grant funding should not exceed 50,000 US dollars. Project implementation period: no more than 12 months.Additional priorities in the selection of projects[1]The following priority areas will be taken into account when selecting projects within the framework of this competition:Innovation and complexity of the project: the degree of novelty of the project for the region, including the introduction of new technologies and methods of organizing resources, improving interaction within the community, as well as the creation of original products and services.Project sustainability: the technologies and approaches proposed for demonstration should be scalable.Geographical coverage: Projects implemented in Kostanay region.Mitigation of the effects of climate change: Promotion of renewable energy sources, introduction of energy-saving technologies, thermal modernization, etc.Partnerships and cooperation: Projects implemented in partnership with other donors, development organizations and programs, the private sector, etc.Social inclusion: Projects aimed at women, youth and other socially vulnerable groups.The dates of the grant competition are from November 26 to December 09, 2024.Within the framework of the Seventh Operational Phase of the GEF SGP, a component on capacity building and advisory support for grantees is provided. For more information, see appendix 1. For more information, you can contact the GEF Small Grants Program by e-mail sgp.kz@undp.orgThose wishing to participate in the competition should send their project proposals according to the attached format by e-mail sgp.kz@undp.orgMore detailed information on training, project categories, possible activities within each topic, project selection criteria, project proposal format, etc. materials related to this competition can be found in the appendices to this announcement:Appendix 1. Online training and consulting supportAppendix 2: Possible activities and project selection criteriaAppendix 3: The format of the project proposal[1] Projects must comply with the conditions of the Small Grants Program, while preference will be given to projects with appropriate additional priorities. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/890802

The installation of the Internet has begun in the villages of Yernazar, Koyanbai and the forestry of Morozov in Beskaragai district. This step has become an important event for local residents, many of whom have been waiting for years to solve the problem of digital accessibility.The issue of Internet connection was raised by the akim of the district Talgat Muratov at a meeting with the population back in the first quarter of 2023. After a detailed study of the problem and the necessary approvals, the work finally started.According to the plan, the installation work will be completed in the first decade of December. After that, the Internet will be available to all villagers, which will significantly improve their quality of life, especially for young people."It was a long-awaited moment. The problem, which has not been solved since 2019, has finally found its solution. The Internet will help our youth overcome many difficulties, open up new opportunities for learning and work," said Medet Akhmetzhanov, a resident of the village of Koyanbai.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/890797

The grand opening of the branch of the D.I. Mendeleev Russian University of Chemical Technology on the basis of M.H. Dulati Taraz University took place in Taraz.The ceremony was attended by Akim of Zhambyl region Yerbol Karashukeyev, Vice Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Talgat Yeshenkulov, General Director of Kazphosphate LLP Evgeny Pak, Acting Rector of D.I. Mendeleev RCTU Evgeny Rumyantsev.In pursuance of the instructions of the Head of State on the opening of branches of leading foreign universities, a trilateral agreement on cooperation in the field of education and science, as well as the implementation of double degree programs with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan was signed. Besides M.H. Dulati Taraz University and RCTU, Kazphosphate LLP is its participant.- Head of State Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev noted that it is necessary to change the view of education, priority should be given to technical professions. A new generation of engineers and industrialists will have to be raised.Zhambyl region is the center of the chemical industry in Kazakhstan. Large factories located in our region are the industry's flagships. The opening of this branch in the regional center is an important step in the further development of the chemical industry," said Erbol Karashukeyev.Congratulatory letters from Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek, Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation Valery Falkov were also read out.Since the beginning of the academic year, the branch has been teaching the first group of Zhambyl students (30 people) in the field of "Technology of inorganic substances" for chemical industry enterprises.The branch has 4 laboratories, 2 computer labs, a conference room and classrooms.Kazphosphate LLP allocated funds for the overhaul of the building and the supply of equipment.Last May, the project of the first network campus in the chemical industry in the CIS was launched. According to the joint educational program in the format "2+1+1 " future chemical technologists will study for the first two years at the M. H. Dulati Taraz University, the third year at the D. I. Mendeleev Russian University of Chemical Technology, and in the fourth year, after returning to Taraz, in addition to studying, they will work at enterprises Kazphosphate LLP.Mendeleev classes have been opened in the schools of the region to organize a system of in-depth study of subjects of the natural science cycle.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhambyl/press/news/details/890803

Akim of Akmola region Marat Akhmetzhanov held a reporting meeting with residents of Burabay district, where key issues of socio-economic development of the region were discussed.Burabai district continues to strengthen its position as one of the leading tourist centers in Kazakhstan. As part of the execution of the President's instructions, the resort development zones have been identified, where Shchuchinsk and Burabai will become centers of family recreation and entertainment. The tourist infrastructure complex will be supplemented by modern entertainment theme parks, water parks, visitor centers and other facilities."To increase the transport accessibility of the resort, work is underway on the development of small aircraft and the organization of sightseeing helicopter excursions. Creating comfortable conditions for tourists remains an important task," Marat Akhmetzhanov said.To ensure high-quality cellular communication, 5 antenna-mast structures have been installed. Also, for the safety of tourists, a system of 100 "smart" video surveillance cameras will be introduced, modular fire depots and water rescue stations will be built.The industry of the district accounts for more than 13% of the total production of the region. The leading enterprises are RG Gold LLP and RG Processing, specializing in gold mining and processing. A positive example is demonstrated by the KazBeef Group of companies, which produces full-cycle, export-oriented products. In this regard, the governor of the region stressed the need to develop the production of finished food products and semi-finished products for a sustainable market, including the capital Astana.In agriculture, the district doubled the grain harvest - 223 thousand tons with a yield of 17 kg/ha. The emphasis is on increasing the area for oilseeds and forage crops, which demonstrate a steady increase in demand and prices. Animal husbandry is also actively developing, including the dairy sector. Among the leading producers are Aina Dairy Farm LLP, KH Koyandy Agro and others. There are 4 meat processing enterprises operating in the processing industrySince the beginning of the year, 11 investment projects have been implemented in the district, 134 jobs have been created. By the end of the year, it is planned to complete 6 more projects, which will provide 120 new jobs. Work is underway with investors on the development of biogas production - the district has a raw material base for the implementation of such projects.Support for small and medium-sized businesses remains an important area. 78 projects have been implemented within the framework of the state program. In addition, a mechanism for creating small industrial zones is being introduced in the district, which will allow entrepreneurs to gain access to ready-made production sites.The governor of the region paid special attention to improving the infrastructure of the district. Among the key projects are the repair of the Shchuchinsk-Nikolaevka highway, the construction of a road around Lake Tekekol and the development of electricity supply. A lot of work is being done to provide high-quality drinking water, as well as to modernize educational, health and cultural facilities."On the part of the state, the social and infrastructural issues of the district are being resolved systematically. For the successful development of the region, it is necessary to work on increasing the revenue side of the district budget, as well as an integrated approach that includes business support and active investment attraction. The use of tourism and industrial potential will improve the quality of life of all residents of the district," said Marat Akhmetzhanov.At the meeting, Marat Akhmetzhanov awarded the residents of the district who contributed to the development of the region with the badge "Akmola – enbek ozaty" with monetary certificates, the medal "100 years of S.K. Nurmaganbetov" and letters of thanks from the head of the region. Special attention was paid to the 20 millionth resident of the region - little Yasina, who turned 1 year old.At the end of the meeting, the mayor held a reception for citizens, answering their personal questionsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/890799

Astana, November 25, 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vasilenko received the Special Representative of the European Union for Central Asia Terhi Hakala, who arrived in Kazakhstan on a visit on the occasion of the completion of her mission.The sides noted with satisfaction the progress made in strengthening bilateral and regional cooperation, emphasizing the importance of the meetings of the leaders of the Central Asian countries and the European Union in Astana and Cholpon-Ata, which gave a powerful impetus to multilateral cooperation. Special mention was made of the large-scale joint action plan between the Central Asian countries and the European Union, adopted at the meeting of Central Asian-EU Foreign Ministers in Luxembourg in 2023.R. Vasilenko welcomed the launch of the Coordination Platform for the Development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and outlined the need to take joint practical steps, including issues of modernization and digitalization of the ports of the Caspian Sea.The Deputy Minister also drew the attention of the EU Special Representative to the importance for both sides of the early start of negotiations between Astana and Brussels on an Agreement on simplification of the EU visa regime for citizens of Kazakhstan.For her part, T. Hakala assured of the EU's commitment to deepening long-term cooperation with Kazakhstan, including in the field of combating climate change, water issues, science and education, as well as regional interconnectedness.At the end of the meeting, R. Vasilenko presented T. Hakala with a letter of thanks from the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with the badge "Barys" for an important contribution to strengthening friendly relations between Astana and Brussels.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/890798

A BRANCH OF MENDELEEV UNIVERSITY HAS OPENED IN TARAZThe grand opening of the branch of the D.I. Mendeleev Russian University of Chemical Technology took place in Taraz.At the opening ceremony, the ribbons were cut by Akim of Zhambyl region Yerbol Karashukeyev, Vice Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Talgat Yeshenkulov, General Director of Kazphosphate LLP Evgeny Pak and Acting Rector of D.I. Mendeleev RCTU Evgeny Rumyantsev.Akim of Zhambyl region Yerbol Karashukeyev made a welcoming speech, who noted that the opening of a branch of the Russian Technical Technical University is one of the main steps towards the prosperity of the chemical industry. He also announced that this initiative is the result of real work aimed at fulfilling the instructions of the President of the country Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on opening branches of the country's leading foreign universities.Vice Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Talgat Yeshenkulov, reading a congratulatory letter from Minister Sayasat Nurbek, noted that the educational institution is a unique educational platform that allows improving the personal qualities of the younger generation, mastering knowledge and experience, and forming friendly relations.In turn, the acting rector of the D.I. Mendeleev Russian State Technical University, Yevgeny Rumyantsev, noted that in the field of chemistry there is a task of training specialists and scientific personnel at the level of international educational standards capable of solving scientific, technological and production tasks.Chairman of the Board – Rector of Dulati University Mukhtar Baizhumanov noted that in order to develop international cooperation in education, training highly qualified personnel in the field of chemistry, the opening of a branch of RCTU in Kazakhstan is one of the most useful initiatives for the population.The established branch of the D.I.Mendeleev Russian University of Chemical Technology in Taraz with the support of the industrial partner-the leader of Kazakhstan in the production of phosphorous mineral fertilizers Kazphosphate LLP will provide training for highly qualified specialists in the field of chemical engineering and industry.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/890789

The first operations using the OLIF (Oblique Lumbar Interbody Fusion) technique were performed for the first time in the Central City Clinical Hospital of Almaty.This innovative minimally invasive approach has opened up new possibilities in the treatment of spinal diseases.OLIF, or "oblique lumbar interbody fixation", is used to restore intervertebral discs and stabilize the spine in the following pathologies: degenerative spinal changes, herniated intervertebral discs, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis and kyphosis.The technique allows to significantly reduce the traumatic nature of the intervention, accelerate the recovery process and minimize the rehabilitation period.The operations were performed by leading neurosurgeons of Kazakhstan: Talgat Kerimbayev, Head of the Spinal Neurosurgery Department of the National Scientific Center of Neurosurgery (NCNH), Chief Spinal Neurosurgeon of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Marat Almatov, Head of the Neurosurgery Department of the Central City Clinical Hospital of Almaty."OLIF allows operations to be performed through a small incision, preserving muscles and ligaments. This significantly reduces blood loss, reduces the risk of complications and allows the patient to activate the next day. For example, as part of the master class, we performed intervertebral disc replacement operations in patients with lumbar instability at L4-L5 levels. The installed implants not only stabilize the spine, but also provide a physiologically correct position. Such methods help patients to return to their usual life faster," Talgat Kerimbayev noted.In addition, three operations were performed to remove spinal cord tumors using an operating microscope and special equipment.The Central City Clinical Hospital of Almaty continues to develop high-tech medical care, making it accessible to residents of Almaty and other regions of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/890786

An international scientific and practical conference "Innovative measures for HIV prevention and treatment: policy, research, practice" was held in Almaty today.The conference was organized as part of a worldwide campaign dedicated to World AIDS Day on December 1 under the motto "Choose the right path – the path of human rights". Another significant occasion of the conference is the 35th anniversary of the organization of HIV services in Kazakhstan.On the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the HIV prevention service in Kazakhstan, the Minister of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan Akmaral Alnazarova addressed the conference participants. "Thanks to your work, Kazakhstan has made a significant contribution to the fight against HIV infection, becoming part of the global community striving to eradicate this threat. People living with HIV have received hope, help and support for a full and long life," the Minister said."Last year, for the first time, there was a decrease in the rate of increase in HIV registration. At the beginning of 2024, 32,659 people living with HIV were registered in the republic. Mother-to-child transmission of HIV decreased from 3.6% to 1.6%. The death rate from AIDS has decreased by a quarter. All 12 preventive programs recommended by WHO have been implemented in Kazakhstan, including pre-contact prophylaxis," said Ulugbek Medeubekov, Acting Director of the CDC.HIV infection in the country remains stable and under control. To strengthen the process, it is necessary to expand preventive work in Youth health centers, PHC, and private medical centers. Early detection of the disease is an important priority in the prevention and treatment of HIV infection. Regular HIV testing should become a fashionable trend, especially for young people.The conference became a fruitful platform for the exchange of experience and best practices in the field of prevention of HIV infection and dermatovenereological diseases.The discussions focused on the implementation of triple elimination (HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B) from mother to child, the development of successful interventions against stigma to key population groups, improving prevention and others.The participants discussed innovative approaches to HIV testing, the use of elements of social marketing, crowdsourcing, and interactive methods in schools in the prevention of HIV infection.The forum was organized by the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kazakh Scientific Center of Dermatology and Infectious Diseases (KNCDIZ), the Association "Public Health". The conference was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Health, government and non-governmental organizations, international organizations - WHO, UNAIDS, USAID, CDC, the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.Among the participants are leading experts in the field of HIV infection from Belarus, Germany, Georgia, Denmark, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Ukraine.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/890788

The Department of Agriculture of the Zhetisu region (hereinafter referred to as the Department) in accordance with Order No. 137 of the Acting Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated April 13, 2023 "On approval of the Rules for determining regional operators of distribution of petroleum products for agricultural work, as well as the Rules for the formation and distribution of volumes of petroleum products for agricultural producers during spring field and harvesting" (hereinafter referred to as the Rules) informs that the submission of applications for the formation of diesel fuel volumes for spring field and harvesting operations in 2025 is carried out from December 1 to December 30 of this year on the Gosagro portal https://gosagro.kz .When registering on the web portal to open a personal account, the manufacturer of agricultural products provides the following information: 1) for individuals and individual entrepreneurs: individual identification number (hereinafter – IIN), surname, first name and patronymic (if any); 2) for legal entities and individual entrepreneurs in the form of joint entrepreneurship: business identification number (hereinafter – BIN), full name; surname, first name and patronymic (if any) and IIN of the first head; 3) contact information (postal address, phone number, e-mail address); 4) details of the current account of a second-tier bank or a national postal operator.If the above data is changed, the producer of agricultural products changes the personal account data entered into the personal account on the web portal within one working day. At the same time, it is not allowed to re-submit an application for the same cadastral field number.The calculation of the volume of diesel fuel is carried out automatically, taking into account the standard consumption of diesel fuel per 1 ha.For any questions, please call: 8 (7282) 32-97-04.Department of Agriculture of the Zhetisu regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/890751