The head of the Department of Digitalization, Public Services and Archives of the Turkestan region, Marat Ainabekov, visited Saryagash and Kelessky districts. First, I got acquainted with the operation of the base station installed by the Beeline mobile operator, which is installed in the settlement of Tyn Saryagash district. Today, the Internet speed at the station is 106 Mbit/s. In addition, he got acquainted with the base station installed by the Kcell cellular operator in the village of Sergeli, where the Internet speed is 30 Mbit/s. The work of the base stations of the Kcell and Beeline telecom operators installed in the settlement of Algabas was also presented. There, the Internet speed is 100 Mbit/s.The head of the department got acquainted with the installation of video surveillance cameras ensuring public safety installed in the village of Abai in the Kelessky district. The base stations installed by Kcell and Beeline mobile operators in the area were visited and they were convinced of the increase in Internet speed. It is worth noting that this year, based on the work on improving the overall video surveillance system in the regional cities of the region, it is planned to install 200 units of video surveillance cameras.Regional Communications Service of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/885667

On behalf of the governor of Turkestan region Darkhan Satybaldyn, the contest "exemplary auyl" was held in order to develop the economy of villages in the region and create a favorable living environment for the population. In this regard, a meeting of the Regional Competition Commission was held to determine the winner of the" exemplary Village " competition.At the meeting, which was attended by the leadership of branch departments, representatives of the regional maslikhat, public associations, the results were summed up and the winners of this competition were determined. In particular, the main prize was won by the village of Sharbulak, Kazygurt district. The first place went to the village of Koksu, Shardara district, the second place went to Saryagash district, the village of Culture, the third place went to the village of Zharytobe, Sozak district. According to the rules of the competition, it is planned to determine the necessary social facilities for the winner of the main prize, that is, the village of Sharbulak in Kazygurt district, and allocate funds from the regional budget for the construction of this facility for 2025.As you remember, according to the rules, the competition was held in two stages. The first stage was organized in the district from April to August, and the second stage continued at the regional level from September to November. The district stage of the competition was attended by 16 districts, 75 villages from the city. As a result, 16 villages (from each district, City – 1) took part in the regional stage.It should be noted that a specially created working group visited the entire district and determined the winning village.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/885671

River sanitation is the cleaning and deepening of rivers to increase their capacity. This reduces the risk of flooding during floods.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/885643

This year, the basin inspections of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation, together with the Ministry of Emergency Situations and local executive bodies, conducted a survey of 1,502 hydraulic structures throughout the country.The work was carried out to prepare for the flood period. Based on the results of inspections, the owners of a number of hydraulic structures were given recommendations on how to eliminate the identified shortcomings.Recall that there are 8 basin inspections in the country: Aral-Syrdarya, Balkhash-Alakol, Yertis, Yesil, Zhaiyk-Caspian, Nura-Sarysu, Tobol-Torgai and Shu-Talas."All reservoirs are operating according to the approved schedule, which will be adjusted depending on future forecasts. In order to ensure free volumes for receiving spring floods, water is being discharged from reservoirs in the north, west, east and center of the country. Reservoirs in the south of Kazakhstan continue to operate in accumulation mode," Acting Chairman of the Committee on Regulation, Protection and Use of Water Resources Gulmira Imasheva said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/885659

From November 24 to 30, 2024, Almaty will host the XVII International Eurasia Film Festival, which this year will bring together more than 15 countries.The festival is organized by the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the National Kazakhfilm Studio named after Shaken Aimanov.This year's competition program includes 12 films representing three continents. This diversity makes the competition one of the most multifaceted sections of the festival.The films presented in the competition reflect a rich palette of cultures and views, ranging from Bangladesh and South Korea, to Austria and Qatar. Creators from Europe, Asia and the Middle East will bring works to tell stories that combine universal themes and local contexts.In 2024, Eurasia is not only a film festival, but also a unique journey into the world of cinema, which will leave an unforgettable impression and open new horizons for viewers and participants.It should be noted that the sponsors were: the International construction company Bazis-A, the copper mining company KAZ Minerals, Sarens Kazakhstan, Salem Entertainment, the Kinopark Theaters cinema chain, Astana Motors.The full program of the film festival can be found by clicking on the link. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/885656

Today, the XXVIII session of the regional Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan was held under the chairmanship of Akim of the region Serik Shapkenov, the press service of the akim of the region reports.The Head of the region noted the importance of the work of the regional Assembly and noted that joint activities to preserve interethnic stability will continue.– Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stressed that preserving the unity and solidarity of the country in the most difficult modern period is the main task. This is especially important in those critical hours when the geopolitical situation in the world is becoming more complicated. At this stage, we must be especially united, and I believe that each of you will make a worthy contribution to the continuation of the peaceful path. While independence and patriotism lay the foundation for unity and solidarity, justice and responsibility include law and order. Hard work and professional qualifications are the key to creativity and innovation. The promotion of these values will become a reliable basis for overcoming the global threats of the 21st century," Shapkenov said.A number of issues on ensuring social harmony and national unity, maintaining stability, and strengthening interethnic harmony were discussed at the session.Following the session, for the significant contribution of Kazakhstan to strengthening the unity of the country, preserving peace and harmony, and developing spiritual culture, the gold medal of the Assembly of People of Kazakhstan "Birlik" was awarded to Kenes Kosybayev, Chairman of the Council of Elders of the Assembly of People of Kazakhstan of Atyrau region.And a member of the Council of Mothers, Sarah Izmukhanbetova, was awarded a Certificate of Honor by the Assembly of People of Kazakhstan for her worthy contribution to strengthening the unity of the country, social harmony and patriotism.In addition, representatives of the regional Assembly were presented with letters of thanks and congratulations from the akim of Atyrau region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/885559

Students of the capital's College have achieved high results and won the Championship "Worldskills-2024", according to the official website of the capital's mayor's office.More than 550 students from different regions of the country competed in 30 competencies, shared their knowledge and experience in the Republican Championship, which was held on November 14-18. Among them were such competencies as electromontage, energy, bricklaying, body repair, cooking and restaurant business, IT solutions, WEB technologies, mobile robotics, mechatronics, prototyping.In all team competitions, students of Astana city won 5 Gold, 1 silver, 5 bronze medals, as well as 6 medals for professionalism and won the first place in the team competition in the country.The final evening of the Republican competition was attended by the Minister of Education and science of the Republic of Kazakhstan Gani Beisembayev, who congratulated all students on their bright future.It is worth noting that the winners had the opportunity to enter the national team to participate in the EuroSkills Championship, which will be held next year in Denmark.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/885571

As part of the housing renovation program in the city of Kokshetau, the demolition of six dilapidated 8-apartment buildings in the square of Ualikhanov – Gogol and Sain – Bykovsky streets has been successfully completed. This stage has become an important step in updating the urban infrastructure and creating comfortable conditions for residents.The demolished houses were in poor technical condition, which posed a threat to human safety. Instead, modern residential complexes with improved living conditions, including landscaped courtyards, landscaping and better engineering infrastructure, will be built on this territory.The renovation program allows not only to update the housing stock, but also to improve the standard of living of citizens. In order to start implementing the program, 48 apartments in 6 houses were purchased from the former owners. Residents have received money or will receive apartments of the appropriate area in a new building.The project is being implemented on behalf of the Akim of the Akmola region by an authorized organization - JSC SEC KOKSHE. The subsidiary of KOKSHETAU ENGINEERING LLP will soon hold a competition among investors and the construction organization."The investor selected in the framework of competitive procedures will take over the financing of the construction and undertakes to return 48 apartments for the resettlement fund, which will be used in the future for other renovation projects. The remaining apartments will be sold on the market to ensure the payback of the project. Completion of construction and commissioning of facilities are scheduled for November 2025," said Ali Aliyev, Deputy Chairman of the Board of JSC SEC KOKSHE.In general, renovation of 11 local zones is planned in the city of Kokshetau, where dilapidated houses are compactly located. In total, about 800 apartments will be demolished. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/885575

To work out the issue of establishing an Institute of Horse Breeding in Kazakhstan as soon as possible - this task was set by the Head of State in his speech at the first forum of agricultural workers, held on November 15 in Astana. In accordance with the instructions of the President of the country, the Kazakh Scientific Research Institute of Horse Breeding and Feed Production LLP was established in Aktobe on the basis of the Aktobe Agricultural Experimental Station, the founder of which is the National Agrarian Scientific and Educational Center. The main tasks of the new institute are to conduct research aimed at improving the breeding qualities of horses, actively developing horse breeding and promoting domestic breeds to foreign markets. Today, the institute sets itself an ambitious task — to increase the number of breeding horses by 6-7% over the next five years.The expansion of breeding areas of local horse breeds, such as Kostanay and Adai, as well as highly productive Mugalzhar and Kushum genotypes and Kazakh horses of the toad type of meat and dairy direction is becoming an important task for breeding work. To do this, it is planned to create an information database that will store information about various genetic groups of horses, a seed and embryo bank, and build an immune genetics laboratory with an artificial insemination point for mares. Work will also be carried out on the training of horse breeders. The establishment of a specialized veterinary clinic for horses will significantly increase the level of veterinary care and will contribute to improving the health and well-being of horses.The priority areas of scientific research until 2035 in productive horse breeding will be to increase the genetic potential of horses in the domestic population by breeding, technological methods and widespread introduction into commodity farms in different regions of Kazakhstan. All this will ensure an increase in the productivity of bred breeds by 20-25%.A key aspect of the successful implementation of the planned plans will be integration with foreign research centers, universities and laboratories of international standard. The implementation of joint scientific and technical programs and the exchange of information will help to introduce best practices in Kazakh horse breeding and make it more competitive in the international arena.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/885568

Since the beginning of 2024, payments of the state allowance for large families have covered an average of 575.8 thousand families for a total of 389.8 billion tenge, including 570 thousand families for a total of 41 billion tenge received this type of benefit in October.Families with 4 or more minor children living together or full-time students under the age of 23 can apply for this state benefit, regardless of their income.The amounts of payments are differentiated depending on the number of children and in 2024 they amount to:- with 4 children – 16.03 MCI or 59,183 tenge;- with 5 children – 20.04 MCI or 73,988 tenge;- with 6 children – 24.05 MCI or 88,793 tenge;- with 7 children – 28.06 MCI or 103,598 tenge;- with 8 or more children – 4 MCI or 14,768 tenge per child.It should be noted that from January 1, 2024, all state social benefits for families with children have been increased by 7%.This year, 474 billion tenge is provided for the payment of state benefits to large families.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/885600

On November 18, 2024, a high-level side event was held on the fields of SOR29 on the topic "The fall of the Caspian Sea level in the context of climate change."The event was attended by ministers and Vice-Ministers of the Environment and Ecology, as well as foreign affairs of the Caspian littoral States, representatives of UNEP, UN-Habitat and the World Bank.The purpose of the event was to discuss the lowering of the Caspian Sea level, which has a significant impact on the environmental situation in the region, as well as on the economy and welfare of coastal states.The participants stressed the need to strengthen regional cooperation to address the problem of transboundary climate risks and ensure a joint response of the Caspian littoral countries to sea level decline, as well as the importance of collective efforts to develop and implement joint measures to adapt to climate change and minimize its impact on the ecosystem of the Caspian Sea.During the discussion, Vice Minister M. Oshurbayev emphasized the importance of preserving the Caspian Sea and studying the drop in water levels in order to develop effective measures to prevent further drop in water levels.In order to study this issue, the Kazakh side proposed to strengthen cooperation between the Caspian littoral countries in the field of systematic monitoring and research of sea level, conduct joint scientific research to predict changes and develop effective adaptation measures, as well as develop a comprehensive strategy to reduce the negative impact of climate change on the marine environment and coastal zones of the Caspian Sea.The participants of the event also supported the initiative of the Azerbaijani side to create an expert group to identify the causes of the decline in the Caspian Sea level.As a result of the side event, a Declaration was adopted on strengthening cooperation in the fight against the decline of the Caspian Sea level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/885578

Head of the Department of Climate Policy of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sh. Tastemirova participated in discussions at a high-level panel session on human mobility and climate change in Central Asia, the South Caucasus and the Caspian region.The session was attended by representatives of environmental agencies, where participants discussed current challenges, national policies, as well as ways to strengthen regional cooperation. The importance of partnership between the countries of the region, international organizations and non-governmental organizations was emphasized.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/885596

JSC NC Food Corporation, in accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, from November 18, 2024, begins accepting applications from agricultural producers to participate in the direct grain purchase program. 10 billion tenge will be allocated for these purposes.First of all, grain purchases will be made from small farms in order to ensure that they sell products at fair value. As a result of the program, small and medium-sized agricultural enterprises will be able to benefit from government support measures. Also, the mechanism for purchasing surplus grain will minimize the influence of intermediaries on the price situation in the domestic market. The food corporation purchases grain from agricultural producers on competitive terms in compliance with established standards and quality requirements.Preliminary prices for the direct purchase program:wheat of the 3rd class (gluten 27%+) – 90,000 tenge with VAT;wheat of the 3rd class (gluten 25%+) – 80,000 tenge with VAT;wheat of the 3rd class (gluten 23%+) – 75,000 tenge with VAT;wheat of the 4th class (gluten 21%+) – 65,000 tenge with VAT;wheat of the 4th class (gluten 18%+) – 55,000 tenge with VAT;wheat of the 5th class (gluten 18%+) – 50 000 tenge with VAT;barley of the 2nd class (in kind 630 g/l) – 50 000 tenge with VAT.The total volume of purchases from one agricultural enterprise is planned to be limited in order to meet the need for state support for a larger number of farms.To confirm the status of an agricultural producer and determine the volume of grain purchases upon request, a potential supplier must provide a certificate "On harvesting crops from all lands" for 2024 and a report of the same name, confirmed by a state authorized body.In order to ensure transparency of all procedures, consideration of farmers' applications will also be conducted with the participation of the Regional Coordinating Councils.After allocating funds to the Food Corporation, farmers will be able to receive payment for the supply of grain. Currently, measures are being taken to approve the financial and economic justification for receiving money by the grain operator.Applications for participation in the direct purchase program are accepted by the regional representative offices of NC Prodcorporation JSC. Grain acceptance is carried out by licensed grain receiving enterprises determined by the operator.Contact information for inquiries:Astana, Moskovskaya str., 29/3, tel. (8-717-2) 59-12-32 (ext. 2484; 2025;), 59-12-39 (ext. 2375), 59-12-61 (ext. 2261), 55-11-60 (ext. 2476);Akmola region: Kokshetau, Nursultan Nazarbayev Ave., 19, tel. (8-716-2) 55-11-51, 55-11-54, 42-25-22;East Kazakhstan region: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Beibitshilik str., 30, office 206, tel. (8-723-2) 25-95-67, 56-06-57;Kostanay region: Kostanay, Tauelsizdik str., 147, tel. (8-714-2) 53-11-44, 53-12-44, 54-28-20;North Kazakhstan region: Petropavlovsk, Partizanskaya str., 160, tel. (8-715-2) 55-11-60, 42-22-66.JSC NC Food Contract Corporation is a state grain operator. Provides food security and stabilization of the domestic grain market, provides financial support to agricultural producers, and also supplies grain for export. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/885534

On November 18, Akim of Mangystau region Nurdaulet Kilybai, after a meeting with residents of Tupkaragan district, held a reception for citizens on personal issues. About 100 villagers came to the meeting and expressed their requests and wishes.Most of the citizens appealed to the governor of the region on issues related to unemployment and housing. At the same time, the family of the missing fisherman asked for help in continuing the search for the man.Residents also presented proposals aimed at increasing the tourist potential of the area. In particular, the issues of landscaping and improving the infrastructure of such famous tourist places as Tamshaly and Zhygylgan were touched upon. The villagers noted that the natural beauty and unique appearance of these territories provide great opportunities to attract tourists, but there is a need for landscaping.During the reception, complaints were also made about the medical services of the district. Concerned about the health of special children, parents raised the issue of the need for special medical care.According to the results of the reception, all issues discussed with residents were taken under control, the head of the district, Nurdaulet Kilybai, listened carefully to each appeal and gave appropriate instructions to solve the problems raised.The press service of the akim of the Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/885517

At the IX WorldSkills Kazakhstan 2024 Championship of working professions, the Akmola team won 2 gold, 1 silver and 4 bronze medals.During three competitive days, from November 14 to 16, on the territory of the international exhibition center "EXPO", college students of the country demonstrated their skills and abilities in the declared competencies.A team of Akmola residents, consisting of 32 students, took part in all 30 competencies presented.Today at the concert hall "Kazakconcert" named afterThe closing ceremony of the National Championship of Workers was held in Astana by Rosa Baglanova.According to the results of the Republican Championship, two representatives of the Higher Technical College ofKokshetau Kozhakhmet Adilet and Matsegora Sergey G.Kokshetau, as well as Meruert Khamzina from the Higher College of Stepnogorsk became the winners of the championship in the competencies "Mobile Robotics" and "Visual merchandising and showcase".2nd place – Ilyas Gatin, competence "Mobile application development" Higher Technical College of Kokshetau;3rd place – Kabibola Elaman, competence "Industrial automation" Higher Agrotechnical College of S. Shagalaly;3rd place – Belenets Karolina, competence "Confectionery business" VTK Shchuchinsk;3rd place – Nina Chervonyak, competence "Painting and decorative works" of VTK Kokshetau;3rd place – Artur Abraev and Oleg Dyachenko, competence "Mechatronics" Higher Technical College of Kokshetau.In addition, our participants were awarded 11 medallions of excellence. Such an award is awarded to specialists who have reached the international standard in their competence, but who did not have enough points to win a prize.Recall that this year the championship brought together 555 young professionals under the age of 22 - the winners of the regional WorldSkills championships. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/885493

The IX republican championship "WorldSkills Kazakhstan-2024" has ended in Astana. Over the course of five days, more than 400 young professionals from all regions of the country demonstrated their skills in 30 competencies. The Abai region was represented at the competition by 32 students from eight colleges and 30 experts.The region performed well, repeating the success of last year and taking first place in the team competition with a score of 39 points. The participants won 2 gold, 6 silver, 4 bronze medals, as well as 7 medallions for professionalism. Among the competencies where the team showed itself most vividly were Mechatronics, where two teams performed, as well as 29 other areas where the region was represented by one participant each.The winners of the republican stage had the opportunity to represent Kazakhstan at the international EuroSkills 2025 championship, which will be held from September 9 to 13 in Denmark.It should be noted that this is not the first success of the region's team at the national level. Last year, at the "WorldSkills Kazakhstan-2023", students of the Abai region also showed outstanding results, winning 6 gold, 2 silver, 3 bronze medals and 12 medallions for professionalism.These achievements were made possible due to the high level of training of students and the effective work of colleges in the region. Regional authorities and educational institutions continue to create conditions for the development of professional skills of young people, which strengthens the position of the region as one of the leaders of vocational education in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/885504

Akim of the region,Nurlybek Nalibaev, conducted a site visit to the city of Kyzylorda, where he inspected the progress of reconstruction of intra-quarter heat networks.The project aims to upgrade 2.97 kilometers of networks. The following organizations are involved in the work: general contractor — "Mechanizator-K", subcontractor - "Asanas-Dar", designer CB "MunaiGas Engineering", technical supervision - "Aktaustroyexpert".It should be noted that the project "Heat supply of the left bank of the Syrdarya River in the city of Kyzylorda. Unfinished construction" has been prepared; a positive conclusion of the state examination has been received. KZT 300 million have been allocated from the regional budget for the operation of the boiler house this year, the funds were reviewed, the furnace of boiler No. 2, the fuel storage tank, the chemical purification system and water automation were modernized. Now the boilers are fully operational.Next, the head of the region went to the construction site for a 400-place physics and mathematics boarding school with a 300-place dormitory on the left bank of the Syrdarya River. The general contractor «Promstroyservice», technical supervision and partnership «Stroyexpert» work at the facility.The head of the region also inspected the construction of 6 seven-story residential buildings on the left bank, and inspected the work carried out by the general contractors Aman Kurylys, Orion LTD, Rigolit, Promstroyservis, E Abu-Ser, and the author's supervision partnership Kazakh Zhoba Kurylys.Due to the state support within the framework of "Concept of development of housing and communal infrastructure for 2023-2029", it is planned to put into operation 864 thousand sq. meters of housing from all sources of financing.This year, KZT 39.1 billion was allocated from the budget for housing construction and the purchase of finished apartments from private developers. By the end of the year, more than 2.5 thousand apartments will be commissioned.Within the framework of the national project, 21 residential buildings with 1154 apartments are being built. It is planned to purchase 1819 apartments for socially vulnerable groups of the population instead of 135 apartments in emergency housing. To date, 780 apartments have been purchased for these groups. Over the past two years, about 4 thousand apartments were transferred, the housing issue of 17 thousand residents was resolved.The volume of housing construction increased by 126%, from 683. sq. meters in 2022 to 741 thousand sq. meters in 2023, until the end of the year is planned to increase by 864. square.meters.The regional akim pointed out that quality and deadlines are the primary requirements.The main requirement for all new and upgraded facilities is quality. After commissioning, facilities should be unhindered, for many years to service the population. Then follow the construction completion dates. The results of the work done should be seen by the public in time. Responsible authorities of the industry should regularly check repair work and avoid shortcomings, said the head of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/885386

Today, on November 18, Speaker of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Maulen Ashimbayev arrived in Kostanay region on a working visit. He was met by the head of the region, Kumar Aksakalov. During the visit, key areas of development of the region were discussed, among which the most important issues were industry, agriculture, social infrastructure and improving living conditions for residents.Development of mechanical engineering and support of investment projectsAs Kumar Aksakalov noted, Kostanay region continues to actively develop mechanical engineering, which is one of the drivers of industrial growth in the region. Currently, more than 60% of all manufactured vehicles in the country are assembled at the factories of the region. In particular, the company "SaryarkaAvtoProm" LLP produced more than 66 thousand cars in 10 months of this year. This sector continues to grow actively, and in the near future there are plans to increase production by 270%.In addition, major investment projects in the automotive industry are being implemented in the region, including the construction of a KIA car manufacturing plant. The launch of the enterprise is expected in 2025, and it will create 1.5 thousand jobs. Kumar Aksakalov stressed that such projects are important not only for the economy of the region, but also for the training of highly qualified specialists. In cooperation with the South Korean Dong-Eui University, exchange education and training programs in the field of mechanical engineering are being developed for students of Kostanay Regional University."The development of industry, in particular mechanical engineering, is not only an economic benefit for the region, but also an important contribution to the implementation of the strategic task set by the Head of State: economic diversification and the creation of new jobs for young people and local residents," said Maulen Ashimbayev.Infrastructure development and rural supportOne of the main topics raised during the visit was the development of infrastructure, including the creation of comfortable living conditions for the rural population. Kumar Aksakalov noted that significant steps have been taken in the field of water supply in the region this year: 21 billion tenge has been allocated for the implementation of 81 water supply and sanitation projects. By the end of the year, 15 rural settlements will be connected to a centralized water supply system, which will increase the availability of drinking water in rural areas to 90%.In addition, housing construction is actively developing in the region. In 10 months, 379 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned, and by the end of the year it is planned to complete the construction of 5 thousand apartments. Special attention is paid to the construction of housing for young people within the framework of the "Kostanay Zhastary" program, thanks to which about 140 families will be able to improve their living conditions. Sharing the position of the regional leadership, the speaker of the Senate spoke out."The countryside is not only a space for work, but also a place for a decent life. The Head of State clearly outlined the need to create conditions for our citizens in rural areas to live comfortably and have equal opportunities with residents of cities."- said the governor of the region.Taxes and business supportDuring the visit, issues of tax policy and support for local producers were also discussed. Kumar Aksakalov asked the deputies to support the request of the region's machine builders to extend the benefit for paying value-added tax on imported equipment. This step will help reduce the financial burden on enterprises and stimulate the further development of mechanical engineering and agricultural production.Investment climate and economic growthAccording to the head of the region, over the past two years, more than 1 billion US dollars of foreign investment has been attracted to the region, and in the coming years it is planned to attract about 1.5 trillion tenge. Kumar Aksakalov stressed that the development of key industries such as mechanical engineering, metallurgy and processing of agricultural products will allow the region to enter the top three in terms of industrial production in the country.The working visit of Maulen Ashimbayev became an important milestone in strengthening the interaction of the Senate with local authorities and deputies of maslikhats. The importance of working together on the development of industry, social infrastructure and improving the quality of life of the population was emphasized by both the head of the region and the Speaker of the Senate.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/885503

The final meeting of the interdepartmental Working Group on anti-discrimination legislation for the current year was held in Astana.The event was attended by Vice Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aizada Kurmanova, representatives of government agencies, civil society and human rights organizations.The main topic of the agenda was the summing up of the work done over the year. In particular, the final proposals from the members of the Working Group on further improvement of the legal system of Kazakhstan in the field of human rights protection were discussed.During the meeting, reports from representatives of government agencies, experts and public organizations were heard. The participants discussed in detail conceptual approaches, international experience and practical aspects of the application of anti-discrimination norms in Kazakhstan.Following the meeting, the Working Group agreed on the need to send proposals to the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan on improving anti-discrimination legislation, which introduce a clear definition of terms and types of discrimination, create mechanisms for filing and reviewing complaints, and ensure harmonization of national legislation with international standards. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/885484

On November 18, 2024, an auction on renewable energy for the Northern Zone of the UES of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held to select wind farm projects with a total installed capacity of 100 MW.7 companies were allowed to participate in the auction, and 34 price offers were submitted by the participants during the trading session. The total volume of applications submitted amounted to 600 MW. The maximum auction price during the auction for the selection of wind farm projects in 2024 was 22.68 tenge/kWh (excluding VAT).During the trading session, the price range of bids received from auction participants ranged from 22.68 to 11.83 tenge/kWh (excluding VAT).According to the results of the auction, the company was determined the winner:Kaindy Energy LLP, the installed capacity of the project is 100 MW, the auction price is 11.83 tg/kWh (excluding VAT). The project is planned to be placed in Kostanay region.In order to comply with the requirements of the Rules for organizing and conducting auctions, representatives of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, NCE RK "Atameken", the Asian Development Bank and USAID participated as observers.Observers note the full transparency of the electronic trading system of the auction organizer, KOREM JSC.The register of winners of the auction for renewable energy can be found on the official Internet resource of the organizer of the auction: https://vie.korem.kz/rus/analitika/restr_pobed / .The next auction is scheduled for November 19, 2024 for the selection of WPP projects for the Southern zone of the UES of the Republic of Kazakhstan, with a total installed capacity of 100 MW.The organizer of the auction is JSC "Kazakhstan Operator of the electric energy and capacity market".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/885485