Stockholm, November 14, 2024 – A formal ceremony took place at the Royal Palace in Stockholm, where the Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Suleimenov, presented his credentials to His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden. During the meeting, the Kazakh diplomat conveyed President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s best wishes to the Swedish monarch and emphasized the importance of enhancing high-level dialogue.The Ambassador informed the King that the President’s political reforms have launched a new stage in Kazakhstan’s development, laying a solid foundation for further democratic and socio-economic transformations in the country.In this context, he highlighted that strengthening trade and economic cooperation with Sweden is a key focus of his mission, underlining the considerable untapped potential for mutually beneficial partnerships in areas such as environmental protection, green technologies, high-tech manufacturing and engineering, water and waste management, transport connectivity, as well as in the fields of IT and AI.The parties also discussed current international issues. The King expressed particular interest in the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), taking place in Baku (Azerbaijan), where Kazakhstan’s pavilion is showcasing initiatives in green technologies, renewable energy, and climate adaptation.The Kazakh Ambassador commended Sweden’s extensive achievements and experience in sustainable development and green transition, while reaffirming Kazakhstan’s commitment to the global climate agenda, the ambitious goal of carbon neutrality by 2060, and the country’s efforts in preserving the Aral Sea.At the conclusion of the meeting, the King of Sweden extended his best wishes to the Kazakh diplomat in his important mission to further strengthen bilateral relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/884448

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Within the framework of the 130th anniversary of the state and public figure Turar Ryskulov, an alley was opened in Turkestan on the territory of the IKTU named after H. A. Yasawi. 130 original plane trees were planted there in honor of the anniversary of a unique person. Deputy of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Darkhan Kydyrali, deputy akim of Turkestan region Beisenbay Tazhibayev and rector of this educational institution Zhanar Temirbekova, scientists and historians, representatives of the country's brothers and intelligentsia, students took part in the good deed. The management of the University said that in the near future the area of the alley will expand and turn into a large park.The international scientific and practical conference "turar and Turkestan idea", which started in the morning, was followed by a panel meeting. Researchers of Turar's life in the name of Science noted that currently effective work is being done to promote his works and glorify his name. Reports were made about his career, which revealed his personality. In particular, information on the topics" Ryskulov and Kyrgyz intelligentsia"," Ryskulov is a world figure"," ryskulov and Alash intellectuals"," Ryskulov and Turkestan"," ryskulov's journalism"," ryskulov and the struggle for Turkestan"," Ryskulov and Ataturk, Turkic unity " was reported.Professor, ex-Speaker of Zhokorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan Zainidin Kurmanov, academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan Orazaly Sabden, director of the Institute of history of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Uzbekistan, professor Kahraman Rajabov, expert of the International Turkic Academy Timur Kozyrev, vice-rector for Finance and international relations of the University Mustafa Giritlioglu, director of the central state archive of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sabit Shildebay, academician of the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan Hangeldy Abzhanov touched.Thus, today's descendants bowed to the spirit of Baba, who dreamed of the unity and well-being of the Kazakh people and the Turkic states, the peoples of Central Asia. The indelible mark he left behind, his role on the stage of history, was once again mentioned and echoed. In his time, the merits of the nation's sympathizer, who took care of the people suffering from hunger, were distinguished by a number of industries that the country did not know. On the day of the meaningful event, it is planned to continue the spiritual event in his native Tulkubas district tomorrow.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/884424

The Akberen art competition was held in Astana, organized by the Republican Scientific and Practical Center "Daryn" of the Ministry of Education, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.120 students from different regions of the country took part in the art competition held at the specialized lyceum No. 9 "Zerde" in six nominations.According to the results of the competition, Astana students won 1 gold and 2 silver medals.In the nomination "Akyndar aitysy", the first place was taken by a student of the 11th grade of lyceum No. 76 Abylai Kairatuly, in the nomination "Artistic reading" - a student of the 11th grade of gymnasium No. 87 Sayazhan Azamatkyzy and in the nomination "Writing an Essay" - a student of the 10th grade of lyceum No. 84 Murat Azhar.It should be noted that the city of Astana took the second place in the "Best Team" nomination.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/884378

The fight against violations of public order and any manifestations of vandalism continues in the capital. Law enforcement officers identify offenders, find and bring them to justice, the official website of the Mayor's Office of Astana reports.At about five o'clock in the morning on November 14, a 29-year-old Astana resident smashed the front door of the hotel, thereby intentionally damaging someone else's property.At about 20:30 hours of the same day, a 33-year-old townswoman in one of the entertainment establishments of the capital staged a scandal, during which she intentionally damaged the door and wall of the room. She caused material damage in the amount of about 100 MCI.Another incident occurred at lunchtime on November 11th. A 34-year-old man, being in a public place, used obscene language, insulting people.All violators of public order were found and brought to justice.It should be noted that since the beginning of the year, preventive work has been carried out in Astana as part of the Stop Vandal campaign, which was supported by volunteers, activists, famous athletes, and residents of the city.The purpose of the action is to stop any manifestations of vandalism and preserve cleanliness and order in the capital.Since the beginning of the year, the court has already punished 275 people for intentional damage to other people's property, pollution of public areas, damage to buildings and residential premises. All of them were brought to justice.Vandalism prevention is carried out in coordination with the City Prosecutor's Office and the Police Department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/884433

The renovation of the housing stock continues in Almaty as part of the Housing Renovation Program. Thus, 135 houses in the Zhetysu district of Almaty are included in the new Renovation Program until 2030.As of today, 34 dilapidated houses with 304 apartments have been demolished in the area. Next year, it is planned to relocate the owners of 280 apartments from 30 houses.So, in the square of Krylov, Scriabin, Goncharov Streets and Rayymbek Avenue, the investor is building 11 houses for 944 apartments instead of 16 dilapidated houses.Residents of demolished houses have been relocated to new housing. As of today, 9 houses have been completely completed, and 2 more are planned to be commissioned by the end of this year.In addition, in the square of Botkin, Kazakov, Goncharov, Scriabin Streets and Rayymbek Avenue, another company is building 11 houses with 576 apartments instead of dilapidated 6 houses with 48 apartments.As of today, 3 houses of the 1st stage have been put into operation, in which residents of demolished houses have been relocated. Another 8 houses are under construction.According to one of the residents of the house, in the above-mentioned square, thanks to this program, their family moved to a new modern residential complex instead of an apartment in an old earthquake-prone house."We have received an apartment of equal size already renovated. During the construction of the house, we were provided with temporary housing on a free basis. Such programs are, of course, important, because not everyone will be able to buy an apartment in a new residential complex, especially since it is difficult to sell real estate in an old house," Farida Ishmemetova noted.It should be noted that in order to accelerate the pace of resettlement of residents of dilapidated houses to comfortable apartments, the Akimat of Almaty has developed a draft Renovation Program until 2030.The program involves the demolition of dilapidated houses with expired service life that are not earthquake-resistant and pose a threat to people's lives. Modern residential complexes will be built in their place.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/884364

On November 16-17, from 8.00 to 17.00, an expanded agricultural fair will be held in Almaty with the participation of producers and farmers of Almaty and Zhetysu regions.More than 50 types of products (meat and dairy, fruits and vegetables, sausage products, flour, cereals, vegetable and animal oils, etc.) will be presented at the fair.The total volume of production will be 300 tons:* meat products – 80 tons,* fruit and vegetable products – 100 tons,* dairy products – 60 tons,* fish products – 5 tons,* other products – 55 tons.The fair will be held at the address: Almaty city, the site on the streetSatpayev from the street.Ualikhanov to ave. Dostyk.Dear car owners!In connection with the agricultural fair, part of Satpayev Street on the site from Ualikhanov Street to ave. Dostyk will be closed from November 15, 20.00 hours to November 17, 20:00 hours.We apologize for the temporary inconvenience and ask you to adjust your route in advance.Route schemes No. 45, No. 95 and No. 121 will change during the fair. The bypass of the blocked section will be made along Abai Avenue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/884368

www.stat.gov.kzPress-release № 1039-IN 15 , November 2024The results of the work of the industry of the Abay region for January-October 2024 The result of industrial production in January-October 2024 was an increase in the physical volume of industrial products compared to the same indicator in 2023.Industrial enterprises and industries produced products (goods, services) worth 1 610.6 billion tenge, which amounted to 4.0% of the national production volume. The index of industrial production was estimated at 100.8% compared to the level of January-October 2023.In the structure of industrial production of the region, the largest share (69.3%) belongs to the mining industry and quarry development. The manufacturing industry occupies 27.8%, the supply of electricity, gas, steam, hot water and air–conditioned air – 2.5%, water supply; collection, processing and disposal of waste, pollution elimination activities – 0.4%.In the mining industry and quarrying in January-October 2024 1 115.9 billion tenge worth of products were produced, which is 1.4% higher than the level of the corresponding period last year. The volume of extraction of metal ores increased by 1.3%.In the manufacturing industry in January-October 2024 447.8 billion tons of products were produced, the industrial production index in the reporting period compared to the same period in 2023 was 98.9%. The increase was noted in mechanical engineering by 28.2%, in food production – by 4.3%.In the supply of electricity, gas, steam, hot water and air-conditioned products (goods, services) 40.7 billion tenge were produced, the industrial production index was 116.2%. The increase was recorded in the production, transmission and distribution of electricity by 24.1%.In water supply; sanitation; collection, processing and disposal of waste, pollution elimination activities, products were produced by 6.2 billion tenge, which is 17.0% lower than the level of the corresponding period last year. The decrease was noted in the collection, processing and disposal of waste; utilization (recovery) of materials by 36.5%, in the collection, processing and distribution of water by 0.6%.Among the regions the industry of Ayagoz district occupies the largest share in terms of output (50.2% in total), Zharma district – 19.9%. The industry of the Semey city produced 16.3% of the regional output, Zhanasemey district – 8.7%, Borodulikha district – 3.4%. Methodological explanationsThe industrial production index is a relative indicator that characterizes the change in the volume of industrial production in the compared periods. www.stat.gov.kz//region/abay/spreadsheets/Industrial production statistics The user is chief specialist of the Department of Industry and Environmeht statistics:Maikibayeva A.T.Теl. +7 (7222) 524918Head of the Department of Industry and Environmeht statistics: Isakhanova Sh.A.Теl. +7 (7222) 524918Address:180000, c.Semeyst. Mangilik el, 25 ©Agency for Strategic planning and reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan Bureau of National statisticsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/884390

In January-April 2026, according to operational data, retail trade turnover increased by 2.7% compared to the corresponding period of the previous year and amounted to 185.0 billion tenge.In the republican volume of retail turnover, the Abay region occupies the 13 thplace, the share of retail turnover in the republican volume was 2.6%.The main volume of retail trade was provided by individuals trading in the markets and carrying out individual trading activities. Their trade turnover amounted to 60.2% of the retail turnover of the region and increased by 11.7% compared to January- April 2025.The volume of trading enterprises increased by 11.4% compared to the corresponding period last year and amounted to 39.8% of the retail turnover of the region.In the total volume of retail trade, 64.2% are non-food products, 35.8% are food products.The largest volume of sales falls on the city of Semey –142.7 billion tenge, or 77.1% of the turnover of the region. Ayagoz district accounts for 5.1%, Zharma district – 4.0%, Borodulikha district-2.9%, Urzhar district – 3.2%. The share of other regions ranges from 1.5% (Kurchatov) to 0.8% (Abay district) , 1% (Kokpekti district) ,1.8% (Beskaragai district) , 1.5% (Makanchy district) ,1.1% (Aksuat district).The volume of wholesale trade in January-April 2026 amounted to 109.3 billion tenge, or 103.9 % compared to the corresponding period of the previous year. In the structure of wholesale trade, non-food products and industrial and technical products account for 58.1%, food products –41.9%.Methodological explanationsRetail trade - business activity for the sale to the buyer of goods intended for personal, family, home or other use not related to business activities.Wholesale trade - entrepreneurial activity for the sale of goods intended for subsequent sale or other purposes not related to personal, family, household and other similar use.www.stat.gov.kz/region/abay/spreadsheets/domestictrade statistics/Executive: Head of the department of trade and services statistics:Tolegenova G.T.Теl. +7 (7222) 362612Address:180000, c.Semeyst.Mangilik el, 25 © Bureau of National Statistics of the Agency for Strategic Planning and Reforms of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/1219619?lang=kk

www.stat.gov.kzPress-release№1038November 17, 2024 On the demographic situation for January-September 2024 The population of the Abay region as of October 1, 2024 amounted to 604,5 thousand people, including urban – 373.5 thousand (61.8%), rural – 231.0 thousand (38.2%) people. Compared to the beginning of 2024, the population decreased by 3.1 thousand people or 0.5%.Natural population movementIn general, in the Abay region in January-September 2024, the natural population growth amounted to 3142 people compared to January-September 2023 (3581 people) decreased by 12.3%. The total natural growth rate per 1000 population was 6.93 people.According to the information contained in the civil status records submitted by the RAGS bodies, the number of births in January-September 2024 amounted to 7231 people, which is 3.9% less than in the corresponding period of 2023 (7521 people). The total fertility rate per 1000 people was 15.95 births.In the period under review, the number of deaths amounted to 4089 people, which is 3.8% less than in January-September 2023 (3940 people). The total mortality rate was 9.02 deaths per 1000 people.In January-September 2024, 58 deceased infants under the age of 1 year were registered in the region and compared to the corresponding period of 2023 (44 deceased infants) increased 3,8 times. The infant mortality rate was 8.02 cases per 1000 births.Population migrationAs a result of processing the information provided by the migration service authorities, for 9 months of 2024, the number of arrivals in the region amounted to - 8986 people, the number of departures from the region – 15197 people. As a result of external and internal migrations, there was a decrease of - 6211 people.The main external migration exchange takes place with the CIS countries. The share of arrivals from the CIS countries was 66 people or 74,2%, and those who left were 373 people or 84,6% of the total number of migrants. The main part of arrivals and departures from the region falls on the Russian Federation . 58 people arrived, 373 people left.There was a negative balance with the countries of the far abroad, 23 people arrived in the region, 68 people left, a positive balance with the People's Republic of China and Mongolia.The number of migrants by inter regional movements, 8897 people arrived, 14756 left, the negative balance is 5859 people._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Methodological explanationsThe natural growth rate is the difference between the total fertility and mortality rates.The total fertility rate is an indicator that determines the intensity of childbearing in relation to the entire population. Represents the ratio of the total number of live births during the period to the average population. As a rule, it is calculated per 1000 population.The total mortality rate is an indicator that determines the intensity of mortality of the population. Represents the ratio of the total number of deaths during the period to the average population. As a rule, it is calculated per 1000 population.The infant mortality rate is an indicator that determines the mortality rate of children under the age of one year. It is calculated by the ratio of the number of deaths under the age of 1 to the number of live births. The infant mortality rate is calculated per 1,000 live births.Population migration - the movement of people (migrants) across the borders of certain regions with a change of residence.Migrant - a person who commits a migration with change of residence.Number of arrivals - the number of people who have entered into the region because of its limits during the reporting period.Number of departures - the number of people who left the region outside of its boundaries during the reporting period. www.stat.gov.kz / Official statistics / By industry / Demographic statistics Performer Head department of Social and demographic statistics:S.KondratyevaТеl. +7 (7222) 36 25 49Address:180000, c.Semeyst.Mangilik el, 25 © Bureau of National statistics Agencies for Strategic planning and reforms of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/884408

ACCEPTANCE OF DOCUMENTS FOR THE STIPENDIUM HUNGARICUM PROGRAM IS OPEN For the 2025-2026 academic year, within the framework of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Foreign Economic Relations and Foreign Affairs of Hungary for cooperation within the framework of the Stipendium Hungaricum program, 250 educational grants have been allocated for the following programs:Bachelor's degree – 110 placesMaster's degree – 90 placesBachelor's degree + Master's degree – 30 placesDoctoral studies – 20 places The grant covers the following expenses:Free trainingMonthly ScholarshipAccommodation or rental compensation (up to HUF 40,000 per month)Medical insurance Acceptance of documents from November 25, 2024 to January 17, 2025 on the portal Egov.kz . You can also submit documents to the Center for International Programs JSC. Full information can be found on the official website of the Center for International Programs bolashak.gov.kz . Don't miss the opportunity to get a world-class education!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/884366

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The Head of State was also familiarized with innovative solutions, achievements in the field of crop production and animal husbandry. The first forum of agricultural workers gathered more than 2,000 participants from all regions of the country. The event was attended by representatives of agricultural holdings, farmers, farm workers, as well as members of public associations, investors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/884386

On November 8-9, 2024, a Workshop on project management on the theme "Agile" was held at the site of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Stability. Project Culture", dedicated to modern approaches to project management, sustainability and implementation of agile methods.The event was attended by Advisor to the Head of State K.B. Yessekeeva, Deputy Chairman of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Asanov Zh.K., First Vice Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kanysh Tuleushin, as well as Deputy Permanent Representative of UNDP in Kazakhstan S. Khodzhimatov. The leaders stressed the importance of introducing best practices of project management for the sustainable development of Kazakhstan.The workshop brought together more than 200 participants from the project offices of not only government agencies, but also organizations and business communities, which allowed the exchange of experience between representatives of various sectors and experts in project management.As part of the first part of the event, the presentation of the IPMA book "Projectification of Society" took place: the Case of Kazakhstan». The presentation was conducted by A.A. Akhmetov, one of the authors of the book, who also shared his own experience in the field of project management, noting important achievements and prospects of Kazakhstan in the development of project culture.The program included four panel sessions where leading experts shared their experience and knowledge in agile methods in project management in the public sector, project culture and team leadership, project management systems, project monitoring and management.Additionally, the participants were presented with a video review of the work of the National Accelerator and monitoring of strategic projects. The next day, a simulation game "SimulTrain" was held, where civil servants developed strategic thinking and project management skills in a real project environment.At the end of the event, the employees of the project offices were awarded certificates of honor and letters of thanks from the Minister of Digital Development, which emphasized their contribution to the development of project management.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/884365

Today, the Ministry of Culture and Information, together with the Ministry of Justice, held a meeting in Astana to prepare for the protection of the fourth periodic National report of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the Universal Periodic Review of Human Rights.During the meeting, the participants heard reports and recommendations submitted by Kazakhstani NGOs, and expressed their willingness to continue discussing alternative reports.Special attention was paid at the meeting to the importance of a systematic dialogue between civil society and government agencies. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/884371

A forum of the Republican Youth Movement against fraud and on improving financial literacy was held in Astana with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alayaq.net . It was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, AFM RK, the banking sector and public organizations, as well as youth activists."One of the main goals of the forum is to promote the ideology of law and order, which the Head of State emphasized in his Message this year. Cybercrime is a serious threat to our society. It is law and order that guarantee the safety of every citizen of Kazakhstan. Therefore, we need effective control and prevention measures," Vice Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yevgeny Kochetov said at the meeting.The dialogue platform gathered more than 20,000 participants. Students of universities of Kazakhstan, as well as representatives of tax and financial investigation authorities of Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan joined the event online. The participants discussed a strategy for working together to combat cybercrime and improve financial literacy.The results of the project were also presented at the forum Alayaq.net . Since its launch, more than 120 Internet scams and fraudulent schemes have been exposed, including online casinos, and more than 125,000 people have been trained as part of a marathon to improve financial literacy.At the end of the forum, an award ceremony was held for the best volunteers of the project Alayaq.net . Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/884425

On November 15, 2024, an auction on renewable energy for the Northern Zone of the UES of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held to select projects for wind power plants with a total installed capacity of 100 MW.7 companies were allowed to participate in the auction, and 23 price offers were submitted by the participants during the trading session. The total volume of applications submitted amounted to 700 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 12.33 tenge/kWh (excluding VAT).According to the results of the auction, the following company was determined the winner:Alpha wind LLP has an installed capacity of 100 MW, the auction price is 33 tg/kWh (excluding VAT). The project is planned to be placed in Kostanay region.Representatives of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kazakhstan Association of Regional Environmental Initiatives EcoJer, the Kazakhstan Electric Power Association and USAID participated in the auction 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 18, 2024 for the selection of WPP projects for the Northern Zone of the UES of the Republic of Kazakhstan, with a total installed capacity of 100 MW.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/884435