Akim of Almaty Yerbolat Dosayev held a meeting with a delegation of the Export-Import Bank of China (Eximbank) headed by Vice President Yang Dongning.The parties discussed the prospects for mutually beneficial cooperation aimed at developing infrastructure and green projects, expanding the financial market, deepening trade and economic ties and tourism cooperation.Special attention is paid to the financing of key projects in the field of urban transport infrastructure (construction of new metro lines), economic diversification with the transition to new industrial projects of higher redistribution, the implementation of green projects (construction of a solid waste recycling plant) and the development of tourism. During the meeting, it was noted that 2024 was declared the Year of Tourism of Kazakhstan in China, the next 2025 – the Year of Tourism of China in Kazakhstan. In the first half of this year, more than 40 thousand tourists from China visited Almaty, which is 68% more than in the same period last year.In addition, the role of the city in attracting foreign investment was discussed. In the first half of this year, $3.8 billion of foreign direct investment was attracted to Almaty. The trade turnover of Almaty with China for 9 months of 2024 amounted to 5.6 billion US dollars (or 28.9% of the trade turnover of Kazakhstan with China).Ms. Yang Dongning expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and stressed Eximbank's readiness to support joint initiatives aimed at sustainable development of the megalopolis.In conclusion, the parties confirmed their intentions to continue fruitful cooperation within the framework of joint initiatives, including the development of industrialization, transport infrastructure, financial market and tourism potential of Almaty. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/890691

A government decree "On the creation of the Aktobe Special Economic zone" has been prepared."To create a special economic zone "Aktobe" for the period up to December 31, 2049," the document says.The Regulation on the Aktobe FEZ and the Target indicators of the FEZ have also been developed.The Aktobe Special Economic Zone is located in Aktobe region, along the Southern Bypass bypass highway in the southern part of Aktobe city near Aktobe International Airport named after A.Moldagulova.The territory of the FEZ is an integral part of the territory of the republic and amounts to 858 hectares.Source: Zakon.kz .Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/890632

A unique greenhouse complex for banana cultivation has been operating in the Turkestan region since 2023. The project was implemented by GenGroupKazakhstan, which is engaged in the creation of modern greenhouses and grows a variety of agricultural and tropical crops.Investors have studied the experience of developing agriculture in Turkey. Special attention was paid to the issues of resistance to climatic conditions. After a thorough analysis of weather conditions and soil characteristics, it was decided to grow bananas in the Sairam district of Turkestan region.The first greenhouse on an area of 5 hectares was put into operation in June 2023. At the end of May 2024, the first products were assembled.Currently, GenGroupKazakhstan is planning to build a new greenhouse complex where tomatoes and strawberries will be grown. The capacity of the new greenhouse with an area of 6 hectares is 3 thousand tons of tomatoes, 130 tons of strawberries. The total cost of the project is estimated at 13.4 billion tenge, and the implementation of the projects will be completed by the end of 2025.Also, a project is currently being developed to grow mangoes, avocados and blueberries on 10 hectares of open ground.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/890639

The Government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov discussed the development of the digital industry in Kazakhstan.Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Jaslan Madiyev reported on the ongoing work to increase the volume of IT exports, improve the security of digital platforms and the implementation of domestic startups within the framework of Astana Hub activities, as well as the heads of the IT hub "Terricon Valley" Sabir Niyazov, Arlan BioTech companies Bolat Sultankulov, ITS Partner Ltd – Marat Tastemirov.Kazakhstan is one of the 30 most digitized countries in the world and ranks 8th in terms of online services provided. In the 1st half of 2024, the export of IT services increased to $306 million. It is expected that by the end of this year the volume will exceed $600 million. At the same time, in general, exports have increased 20 times in 5 years. Robotization and artificial intelligence technologies are systematically developing in the country today, and the digital transformation of many spheres continues.The legislative framework has been formed and is constantly being improved. The Concept of digital transformation has been adopted, and favorable economic conditions have been created for the development of the venture market and startup ecosystems. More than 1.5 thousand companies are successfully operating on the site of the Astana Hub Technopark, which has become a real innovation cluster and a key partner for many startups. Breakthrough projects such as E-commerce, BigData, GameDev, Fintech, MedTech, etc. have high export potential. Their active development should contribute to the growth of exports of IT products and services to $1 billion by 2026.The Prime Minister noted that the Government will continue to actively support the development of IT technologies and services. It is necessary to continue the policy of developing regional acceleration programs and a global partner network in other countries."The Head of State has set a goal to bring the contribution of digital technologies to the economy to 1% by 2029 and achieve at least 80% of the share of local content in IT services. The main drivers in achieving this goal should be IT hubs and venture capital funds. In 6 years, the volume of venture financing in Kazakhstan has increased by more than 6 times. For further growth, we must attract leading experts in this industry. To do this, it is necessary to further develop educational programs, attract large businesses and build a competent digital infrastructure. The implementation of the tasks of digitalization, the development of the IT industry and ensuring cybersecurity should contribute to the development of the economy," Olzhas Bektenov stressed.As part of the tasks set by the President for the development of artificial intelligence, active work is underway to improve legislation in this area. Next year, it is planned to launch an Artificial Intelligence Center in Astana, which should become a point of attraction for young talents. The Ministry of Digitalization has been instructed to keep this issue under special control. The priority task for today is the training of highly qualified specialists in the IT industry. The necessary conditions have been created at the Astana Hub sites. The Ministries of Digital Development, Science and Higher Education, education were instructed to form a concept for further development and training in close cooperation with Astana Hub and regional hubs. At the same time, the importance is indicated not by the number of graduates, but by the quality of their training. Approaches to improving digital knowledge and skills should also be constantly updated, taking into account the best international techniques.In addition, for the full provision of digital infrastructure in the regions, due attention to these issues from the akimats is necessary. The relevant ministry, together with the akimats of the regions, was instructed to take measures to develop Astana Hub, support regional hubs and create favorable conditions for the development of export-oriented areas in the IT industry, as well as update approaches in the venture financing system. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/890665

As part of the republican campaign "MUZ-2024", rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations daily inform residents and fishing enthusiasts of the safety rules when on the water in winter.Since the beginning of the hunting and fishing season in the Akmola region, 15 people have been brought to administrative responsibility for violating safety rules in reservoirs. Rescuers conducted explanatory conversations with fishermen of the region, during which they explained how to correctly assess the thickness of the ice, act when it breaks and provide assistance to the victims. Briefings have also been conducted."If the thickness of the ice is less than 25 cm, fishing enthusiasts need to carry individual life-saving equipment: a life jacket, a nameplate, a stick of at least 2 and a rope of at least 10 meters, as well as a phone in a waterproof bag. In cases of violation of these requirements, an administrative protocol is drawn up under Article 412 of the Administrative Code, violation or non-compliance with safety rules in reservoirs," Almaz Bekbayev, an officer of the Civil Defense Department of the Emergency Situations Department of the Akmola region, said.Also, in order to prevent accidents on ice in winter, employees of the Emergency Department of the Karaganda region, together with local executive authorities, representatives of the police service and volunteers, conducted preventive raids on the reservoirs of the region.Rescuers reminded residents of the dangers of winter fishing and the need for strict compliance with safety rules. Explanatory talks were held with fishermen, during which it was explained how to correctly assess the thickness of the ice, act when it breaks and provide assistance to the victims."As part of this campaign, 36 briefings were organized — when issuing permits to fishermen, 119 briefings — in specialized stores, 189 briefings — during preventive raids," said Asset Ashimov, senior officer of the Emergency Department of the Karaganda region.The safe thickness of the ice for finding one person is 10-15 cm, rescuers say.Preventive measures will continue throughout the season. The main task of rescuers, representatives of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, MPS and volunteers remains to ensure the safety of citizens, preserve their lives and health. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/890592

ATYRAU, Kazakhstan – November 26, 2024 – A trilateral meeting was held in Atyrau region today between the Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Major General Genghis Arinov, Deputy Akim of Atyrau region Kairat Nurtaev and Managing Director of North Caspian Operating Company Giancarlo Ruiu. During the meeting, the parties discussed strengthening the safety of oil and gas industry facilities, as well as the development and implementation of new methods of responding and preventing emergencies. The participants stressed the need to further improve cooperation between the Ministry of Emergency Situations and NCOC in the oil and gas sector, in order to promptly respond to potential risks and threats. The Head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations noted the importance of the initiative, saying: "Taking into account the importance of the oil and gas industry for Kazakhstan and the need for rapid response to possible threats, on the initiative of the Head of State, the Joint-Stock Company "Teniz Zhasagi" was created. Its main goal is to strengthen national security and create an effective management system for resources and technologies necessary for the protection and development of offshore oil and gas infrastructure." Genghis Arinov added that the creation of Teniz Zhasagi is a key element of the state policy to ensure safety in the offshore oil and gas industry, maintain environmental sustainability and protect Kazakhstan's strategic interests in the Caspian Sea. He stressed that the organization will play a central role in ensuring emergency preparedness and minimizing environmental risks in the Kazakh sector of the Caspian Sea. Giancarlo Ruiu, Managing Director of NCOC, confirmed the company's readiness to cooperate with the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan. He noted that safety is a priority for the company and expressed gratitude to the Government for productive cooperation in this area. Following the meeting, agreements were reached on joint activities to ensure safe oil production and transportation in the Kazakh sector of the Caspian Sea. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/890611

Akim of the region, Nurlybek Nalibaev, held a special meeting on funding for creative circles and sports sections, as well as for recipients of targeted social assistance. The regional akim set specific tasks for the heads of relevant industries and district akims. The akim instructed that necessary measures be taken based on information from parents regarding the actual attendance of children in creative circles and sports sections. All entrepreneurs must be provided with Face ID mobile apps.It should be noted that, due to the Head of State's instructions, the implementation of the creative circles and sports sections funding program has been underway since 2021. Thanks to this initiative, children and teenagers have the opportunity to attend for free. In general, entrepreneurs in the region have rented 40 cultural centers and clubs, 15 schools, and one university building to conduct club activities. A special commission will be formed in the near future to thoroughly check the work of all clubs in the city and districts. During the meeting, the conversation also focused on recipients of targeted social assistance.- Among the recipients of TSA, there are those who hide their real income and provide false information, - said N. Nalibayev. - Such assistance should be provided only to those citizens who really need it. In this regard, I instruct you to fulfill the established plan by the end of the year and return the funds received by citizens without grounds for state assistance.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/890451

Akim of the region Nurlybek Nalibayev held a special meeting on the progress of the construction of the Rukhaniyat centers and a boarding school of physics and mathematics, and gave a number of instructions to the heads of responsible departments and departments.Currently, Rukhaniyat centers are being built in all districts at the expense of the regional budget. And in Kyzylorda, a 400-bed physics and mathematics boarding school with a 300-bed dormitory is being built – funds for this have been allocated from the Education Infrastructure Support Fund. The head of the region recalled that work at the facilities should be carried out in accordance with approved schedules, at the same time, their quality should be under special control.– As you know, the Rukhaniyat centers in district centers will combine libraries, museums, wedding halls, organizations of veterans, mothers and youth. The construction of facilities must meet all modern requirements – this includes both the interior decoration of buildings, including the quality of the tile coating, as well as landscaping, asphalting and paving stones. Last week I got acquainted with the progress of the construction of a boarding school. Previously, it was instructed to complete the facility by the end of the year. Despite the fact that the necessary amount of funds was allocated on time without any delay, construction work is slow. Equipment, furniture for the building – in short, everything must meet the necessary standards. Heads of relevant departments, akims of the city and districts are responsible for the quality of work and timely delivery of facilities, N.Nalibayev said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/890558

In order to prevent offenses and crimes among minors, operational and preventive measures "Children in the night city" are being carried out on an ongoing basis in five districts of the capital. So, since the beginning of the raid measures, about 150 administrative offenses have been revealed, including 109 facts under Article 442 Part 2 of the Administrative Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.Police officers, together with employees of district akimats, the Department of Education and the Commission on Women's Affairs and Family and Demographic Policy under the Mayor's Office of Astana, check streets and entertainment venues in order to identify cases of minors in public places in the evening or at night unaccompanied by legal representatives.During the raid in the Saryarka district of the capital, a mobile group drew up 17 protocols on an administrative offense, 6 underage teenagers were placed in a support center for children in need of special social services.In the Esil district, the staff of the monitoring group identified 62 underage teenagers who were brought under Article 442 of the Administrative Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the form of a fine for legal representatives in the amount of three monthly calculation indices.Recall that for committing a repeat offense within a year after the imposition of an administrative penalty (Part 3 of Article 442 of the Administrative Code) 2,001 persons were fined in the amount of 30,274,003 tenge. The fine is seven monthly calculation indices.In the Baikonur area, 57 underage teenagers were identified during operational and preventive measures and taken to local police departments. The legal representatives of these children faced administrative responsibility. The owners of entertainment establishments were also brought to administrative responsibility in accordance with Article 132 of the Code of Administrative Offences of the Republic of Kazakhstan for admitting minors in their establishments.The following offenses were identified in the territory of the Nura district during the raid: 48 teenagers were unaccompanied by their parents or legal representatives after 23.00 hours, which attracted an administrative fine under Article 442; an administrative protocol was drawn up for 4 minors under Article 437 for violating silence at night; 2 parents were prosecuted under Article 127 and a fine of 10 MCI was imposed.During the raid in the Almaty metropolitan area, a mobile group identified 6 cases where underage teenagers were unaccompanied at night. As a result, a protocol and an administrative fine were drawn up for the parents.Recall that under article 442. The Code of Administrative Offences of the Republic of Kazakhstan prohibits the presence and admission of minors unaccompanied by legal representatives in entertainment establishments from 22.00 to 6.00 hours, and from 23.00 to 6.00 hours minors are prohibited from being outside the home unaccompanied by legal representatives.It should be noted that under the coordination of the Prosecutor's Office of Astana, law enforcement and government agencies, together with members of the Commission on Women's Affairs and Family and Demographic policy under the Akimat of Astana and district akimats, raids to identify minors on city streets and entertainment venues at night are continuing. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/890487

A press conference dedicated to the films presented in the competition programs of the XVII International Film Festival "Eurasia" was held in Almaty.On the first day, the audience watched 4 films: "We need to make films about love" (Russia, India, 2022) "Nirvana" (Bangladesh, 2022), "Where the Whores Dance" (Sakha Republic, Russia) and "Melody" (Tajikistan and Iran).At a meeting with the filmmakers, the directors and producers shared unique stories about the creation of their films and revealed the secrets behind their projects.Asif Islam, the director of the film "Nirvana", said that the film was shot in Bangladesh, the work took two years. The idea of the film is that it has no dialogue."Bangladesh is a densely populated country, where it can be very noisy, there is a lot of information, especially verbal. That's why we cut out all the dialogue to focus on the inner emotions of the characters. The film was inspired by Renaissance artists. We wanted to create the effect of a painting on canvas – static, but deep," Asif Islam added.Valeria Motorueva, producer of the film "Where the Sterks Dance", noted that this film became the third largest collection in the Sakha Republic. Spot screenings were held in Russia and at other film festivals."His festival story continues and will continue next year. The magic of Yakut cinema lies in sincerity. Here, people work with a small budget, often at their own expense. A director can shoot today, be a driver tomorrow, and an editor the day after tomorrow. Everyone helps each other, which makes the movie really soulful," the producer noted.In addition, she spoke about the work of composer Moisei Kobyakov: "This is something outstanding. He spent a long time creating the soundtrack, adding the last elements after finishing computer graphics. His music perfectly complements the visual tension of the film."The director of the film "Melody" Behruz Sebt Rasul told about his film:"The film was shot in Iran and Tajikistan. This is a poetic story about a girl who has to create a melody with the help of birdsong. The film has already been nominated by Tajikistan for the Oscar as the best foreign language film."The first day of the competition programs set a high bar for further screenings. The films illustrate how cinema is able to transcend cultural boundaries and speak to an audience in the language of emotion.The Eurasia Film Festival proves once again that art unites people, giving them the opportunity not only to enjoy outstanding works, but also to reflect on the world in which we live.The founder and organizer of the festival is traditionally the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The direct organization of the film festival is entrusted to the National Kazakhfilm Studio named after Shaken Aimanov.It should be noted that the sponsors were: KAZ Minerals Group, Sarens Kazakhstan, Salem Entertainment, Kinopark Theaters cinema chain, Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), Astana Motors.General Partner: Bazis-A company.Information partners: Khabar JSC, Qazaqstan TV channel, NTK TV channel, Europe plus Kazakhstan, Eldoradio, Qazaq Gazetteri, Egemen Qazaqstan, Kazakhstanskaya Pravda, Antenna Kazakhstan, New Generation, ORDA, MIA Kazinform, Arbat Media, El.kz , Baq.kz. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/890552

Within the framework of the International campaign "16 active days against violence", self-defense trainings for women have started in Kazakhstan. They are organized by the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan with the support of the National Commission on Women's Affairs and Family and Demographic Policy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the UN Women structure in Kazakhstan.The first training was held in Kyzylorda. 50 women took part. The experts work according to the international methodology of "Empowerment through Self-Defense". The training takes place in an interactive format. During the training, participants will be able to master self-defense tactics, learn to understand the psychology of violence, and recognize dangerous signals.Such self-defense trainings are also planned in Astana, Shymkent, Turkestan and Kosshy. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/890570

With the onset of the heating season, employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan continue to actively take care of the safety of citizens. Raids are being carried out in several regions of the country to check the condition of heating systems in residential buildings and public institutions.Specialists of the Emergency Department of Kostanay region, together with local executive bodies, the police service and volunteers, organized a tour of the houses of socially vulnerable segments of the population. Since the beginning of the heating period, more than 38 thousand houses have already been inspected, and more than 79 thousand people have been instructed in fire safety rules. Special attention is paid to the elderly, large families and citizens with disabilities who are in particular need of support. "The main attention is paid to the serviceability of heating equipment, the availability of ventilation, compliance with fire safety rules and the prevention of cases of carbon monoxide. As part of the bypass, 767 carbon monoxide sensors were installed, 540 chimneys were cleaned, 45 furnaces were repaired, electrical outlets and electric switches were repaired in 49 houses," said Deputy Head of the Emergency Department Omirzhan Tukushev.Rescuers of the emergency situations of Atyrau region carried out large-scale preventive work. In addition, employees of UGPC and UCHS Atyrau install sensors for families from socially vulnerable segments of the population.Specialists conduct explanatory conversations with residents, hand out memos with recommendations for the safe operation of heating appliances, and remind them of the mandatory inspection of chimneys. During the raid, possible violations that can lead to emergencies are also identified and eliminated.The Ministry of Emergency Situations warns:- Do not leave electric and gas appliances on;- do not use temporary or damaged electrical wiring;- do not connect a large number of electrical appliances at the same time;- Keep matches out of the reach of children;- use hand-made electric heaters to heat the room;- Do not let children play with fire and do not leave them unattended;- in case of fire and ignition, immediately call the numbers "101", "112".Compliance with fire safety rules will protect your home and property from fire. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/890579

The country is actively implementing a program for the selection and training of leaders of the new format "1000 leaders of changes in education", initiated by the Head of State. This year, the number of people willing to participate has increased 2.5 times, the press service of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.The selection process takes place in five stages. At the first stage, candidates are tested to assess professional and managerial competencies, at the second they are admitted to study, at the third they undergo an internship at leading schools in the country, at the fourth they participate in the final assessment, and at the fifth they are interviewed by the Ministry commission. According to the results of all stages, the republican personnel reserve of heads of educational organizations is being formed.This year, 13,796 applicants registered at the initial stage, which is 2.5 times more than last year. According to the results of all five stages, 375 candidates for the positions of heads of kindergartens, schools and colleges were recommended to the Republican Personnel Reserve."Applicants who have completed all stages of the program receive a certificate, on the basis of which they are enrolled in the personnel reserve for further employment. After that, reservists can be appointed to the vacant position of the first head without having to go through competitive procedures. They are assigned the qualification category "head-leader", — said Kanybek Zhumashev, Chairman of the Secondary Education Committee.Last year, the Republican Personnel Reserve included 208 candidates, of whom 170 have already occupied the positions of school principals. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/890591

The Republican Air Ambulance Service carried out 1,874 sorties, only 4,894 patients received emergency medical care, of which 1,843 people were transported using airplanes and helicopters.In addition, 155 face-to-face consultations were conducted by specialized specialists, 117 patients were operated on, 4,836 remote medical services were organized by the situational center of the National Center for Emergency Medicine (NCCEM).These are the results of the work of the NCCEM for 10 months of this year in the field of medical aviation.Of the total number of flights performed, 1,302 or almost 70% of departures were performed at the regional level: the most medical aviation departures are in the Abai region (189), Aktobe (167) and Kyzylorda (160) regions.420 flights were carried out from the capital, including regular civil aviation flights, 141 from Almaty, 11 flights were made to transport Kazakhstani citizens from foreign countries.The most common reasons for seeking air ambulance assistance are childhood pathologies in 1,451 cases. In second place are patients with complex diagnoses in the form of circulatory disorders - 1167 people, including 776 patients with stroke.Also, due to sanitation, emergency care was provided to 638 victims of injuries and accidentsand poisoning, including 288 cases related towith an accident.Over 700 women with emergency conditions in obstetric practice, 488 newborns with severe pathologies also received timely qualified medical assistance from doctors with the help of medical aviation.Medical aviation teams provide round-the-clock medical care to patients, including necessary consultations to patients from remote settlements.The most experienced and highly qualified anesthesiologists, intensive care specialists, neurosurgeons, obstetricians, gynecologists, neonatologists, traumatologists, surgeons are selected as part of the aviation medical team.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/890613

The Kazakhstan Speed Skating Championship has ended in Astana. Of the 17 teams that took part, the national team of the Karaganda region became the third.Such a result is an achievement for the pupils of the Karaganda school of winter Sports. The fact is that our skaters do not have a comfortable training base. The Department of Physical Culture and Sports is trying to solve this problem.– But our coaches Nina Gernen and Dmitry Lazarev are real professionals in their field. Their students, no matter what, show such excellent results," says Gulnara Alikulova, head of the winter sports school.Karaganda residents won medals not only in the team, but also in the individual competition. Alexander Berg became the champion of Kazakhstan in three distances at once, and also won another silver. Pavel Manakov took the second place. Yerasyl Bakhtiarula has the bronze. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/890405

The national team of surdothekwondo trains in Karaganda. Athletes are preparing for the Asian Games, which will be held in Malaysia from December 1 to December 12.The championship of Kazakhstan was held in May of this year. According to its results, the most trained and strong taekwondo athletes were selected. The last stage of the team's training camp before the Asian Games is now being completed.– Today is the last training day. All athletes are ready," says Ruslan Ishchanov, President of the Republican Federation of Surdothekwondo and coach. – Out of 22 people, 12 athletes will go to this championship. This is due to the fact that the Asian Games provide only five weight categories for men and the same number for women. Ayan Abdrash, Viktor Frundin, Nurdaulet Zhakyp, Aida Makatova and Aizhamol Abdikatova will perform from the Karaganda region. We'll take the medals, that's for sure. Our competitors are Korea, Iran, China, and the Philippines. Countries where taekwondo is very developed.Viktor Frundin, the bronze medalist of the Deaflympic Games and the World Championship, will defend the honor of the country. He will compete in the plus 87 kg weight category.– There will be a lot of rivals, but for me, the Koreans and Iranians are the strongest. I hope that our team will win and we will bring a lot of medals," says Victor.This year, 16 athletes of the national team took part in the World Championship. The deafthekwondo athletes won two gold, four silver and six bronze medals. This is a significant achievement and a major success for Kazakhstan, Ruslan Ishchanov believes.The Deaflympic Games will be held in Tokyo in November 2025. Athletes will start preparing for them immediately after the Asian Games.According to the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Karaganda region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/890434

To prepare for floods, the branch of Kazvodkhoz in the North Kazakhstan region carried out shore protection work at the Petropavlovsk and Sergeyevsky hydroelectric power plants. Of the planned 19 types of repair work at the waterworks, 18 have been completed today.Surveys of the upper and lower reaches of the Petropavlovsk and Sergeyevsky reservoirs were carried out. An underwater survey and an inspection of the technical condition of the Petropavlovsk hydroelectric bridge are being carried out.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/890450

About 1.6 billion cubic meters of water are planned to be sent to the Aral Sea by April 2025. This was announced by the Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov. He held a reception for citizens, where issues of preserving the Aral Sea were raised.At the same time, it should be noted that from October 2023 to April 2024, about 1.3 billion cubic meters of water were sent to the Aral Sea, and since the beginning of the year, a total of 2 billion cubic meters.The topic of the Northern Aral Sea was also on the agenda of the 87th meeting of the Interstate Coordinating Water Management Commission of Central Asia (ICWC), held earlier this month in Turkmenistan."Since the beginning of the year, about 2 billion cubic meters of water have been sent to the Northern Aral Sea. Today, the total volume of water in the sea has reached 22 billion cubic meters. In addition to water diplomacy and close work with our colleagues from Central Asian countries, the introduction of water-saving technologies plays an important role in filling the sea. Thanks to them, this year the agrarians of the Kyzylorda region saved 200 million cubic meters of water, which were also sent to the Northern Aral Sea. The issue is very important, we deal with it in various ways and keep it under control," said Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov.Recall that following negotiations with neighboring countries in Turkmenistan, the minister agreed that 11 billion cubic meters of water will be sent to the Shardara reservoir by April 1. This will allow to accumulate the necessary amount of water for the 2025 irrigation season in the southern part of the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/890452

Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan Marat Karabayev reported at a Government meeting on the ongoing work on updating railway rolling stock and the fleet of wagons.He said that currently the total number of the locomotive fleet is about 1.8 thousand units. The wear rate is 61%."In order to provide rolling stock and reduce the level of fleet wear, 185 locomotives were purchased this year. Next year, 187 units are planned to be purchased, and another 257 locomotives are expected to be delivered in the next three years. This will completely eliminate their deficit," Marat Karabayev said.According to the Ministry of Transport, the total fleet of freight wagons is 139 thousand wagons.There are more than 300 private operators on the market. Of these, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy accounts for 38 thousand wagons that are involved in socially significant transportation, that is, in the country's energy sector and the transportation of coal supplied to the population. By 2026, the national operator additionally plans to supply 3 thousand gondola cars, of which 800 units have already been commissioned this year."Special attention is paid to the fleet of passenger cars. 118 new wagons were purchased last year, and 143 units this year. It is planned to purchase 226 railcars next year. By 2029, it is planned to purchase about 1,200 units of passenger cars. This will bring the fleet of passenger cars to over 3 thousand units and reduce the level of wear to 38%. To fulfill these tasks, it is proposed to create a Joint leasing company with the possibility of leasing passenger cars from domestic manufacturers with subsequent purchase," Marat Karabayev reported.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/890439

Minister of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan Marat Karabayev reported at a Government meeting on the ongoing work on the development of transport transit corridors in Kazakhstan.He noted that work is currently actively underway to increase the capacity of the TMTM and North-South transit corridors."Due to the change in the world of traditional logistics routes, the importance of the North-South corridor is growing every day. The capacity of the corridor is 10 million tons per year. The volume of cargo actually transported this year amounted to 1.8 million tons. Given the potential of the corridor, it is planned to increase its capacity to 20 million tons," Marat Karabayev said. For this purpose, as the Minister noted, a Roadmap for the synchronous development of the corridor with Iran, Turkmenistan and Russia was signed in July this year. In order to attract cargo traffic along this corridor, Kazakhstan has provided special tariff discounts of 50% for transit transportation. In addition, work is underway to create a Single Logistics Operator on the eastern North-South route, similar to the United Transport and Logistics Company (UTLC). Currently, the Kazakh and Russian sides have already completed preparatory procedures for the creation of a joint venture. The position of the Turkmen side on participation in this project is expected.It was noted that in the 10 months of this year, the volume of traffic along the TMTM corridor increased by 68% and amounted to 3.8 million tons. https://t.me/KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/890468