🔶 As part of the «Kol Komegi» social campaign, a series of visits to families in difficult situations continued in Sarani.🔶 On July 1, 2025, a visit was held under the leadership of the deputy akim of Sarani, S.Zh. Beiskeev, together with the director of the KGP at the Sarani City Hospital, A.M. Rakhimbekov.🔸 The main purpose of the visit is targeted assistance to families in difficult situations, as well as a comprehensive assessment of their living conditions, identification of acute social and domestic problems that require prompt response from government services.🔸 During the trip, 5 families with social registration were visited.🔸 As part of the work, interviews were held with parents and children, primary psychological and medical care was provided, and social support measures available to such families were explained. The experts assessed the living conditions, the availability of necessary food and clothing, as well as the level of parental control and upbringing.     Посмотреть эту публикацию в Instagram           Публикация от SARAN Today (@saran_today) Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/social-saran/press/news/details/1028431?lang=kk

🔷 By order of the Prosecutor of Sarani, an interdepartmental working group on the prevention and prevention of criminal offenses by persons registered with the PS was established.The group's objectives are to determine the prevention of repeated criminal offenses by persons registered with the Sarani PS, increase the level of legal culture, and identify persons at high risk of committing new or repeated criminal offenses in order to correct their behavior by providing them with social assistance.On 06/19/2025, a working group checked 5 convicts registered with the Sarani PS.     Посмотреть эту публикацию в Instagram           Публикация от SARAN Today (@saran_today) Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/social-saran/press/news/details/1028386?lang=kk

On June 16, 2025, a conversation was held with specialists of the State Institution "Department of Employment and Social Programs of Sarani" on the topic "Extremism and terrorism in modern society".     Посмотреть эту публикацию в Instagram           Публикация от Саран қаласының жұмыспен қамту бөлімі (@zhumyspen_qamty_bolimi_saran) Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/social-saran/press/news/details/1028360?lang=kk

Ensuring public safety is one of the priorities of the State. In this regard, the Law "On the Prevention of Offenses" is being amended to prohibit the wearing of items of clothing in public places that interfere with facial recognition. The purpose of this measure is to increase the effectiveness of identification of persons and strengthen preventive mechanisms for the protection of public order.Practice shows that hiding a person with clothes significantly complicates identification when committing illegal acts. Participants in mass riots or fights, including football fans, often cover their faces with scarves or masks, which makes it difficult to identify them even with modern video surveillance systems. So, there were incidents between fans of the football clubs "Kairat" and "Aktobe", "Astana" and "Zhenis", when people hid their appearance with the help of paraphernalia and subsequently participated in mass brawls, damage to monuments, property of citizens and transport. Similar cases are also recorded during major cultural, sporting and festive events, where thefts, acts of vandalism or hooliganism are committed. Similar legislative measures have already been implemented in a number of foreign countries, including neighboring countries. For example, a similar rule applies in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. In addition, such restrictions have been implemented in European countries. In France, since 2010, there has been a ban on wearing face-covering clothing in public places, with established liability measures. In Belgium, a similar ban has been in place since 2011 and was confirmed by the European Court of Justice in 2017. Similar regulations apply in the Netherlands, Switzerland, Bulgaria, Austria, Denmark and Germany.The adoption of this amendment will provide additional legal grounds for protecting the rights and legitimate interests of citizens, will become an effective tool for crime prevention and will help strengthen public order, reduce crime and increase confidence in public authorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-bmalin-audany-akimat/press/news/details/1028366?lang=kk

Pension savings of Kazakhstanis reached KZT23.34 trillion tenge: growth over the year - 21.3% The volume of pension savings of Kazakhstanis as of 01.06.2025 amounted to KZT23.34 trillion, showing growth over the year by KZT4.10 trillion tenge or 21.3%.Pension savings due to compulsory pension contributions (CPC) as of June 1, 2025 reached KZT22.25 trillion, having increased by 19.9% ​​over 12 months.The amount of pension savings due to compulsory occupational pension contributions (COPC) amounted to KZT666.33 billion, having increased by 10.7% over 12 months.The most significant annual increase was demonstrated by savings on voluntary pension contributions (VPC) - by 37.5%, as of 01.06.2025 their volume amounted to KZT8.45 billion.As of June 1, 2025, the amount of pension savings due to employer's compulsory pension contributions (ECPC), received from January 1, 2024 to the pension accounts of contributors (beneficiaries), amounted to KZT418.45 billion. IncomesThe growth of savings is provided by the receipt of pension contributions, as well as investment income. Over the year, KZT1,301.01 bln of contributions were received into individual and conditional pension accounts of depositors, which is 20.4% (or KZT220.26 bln) more than the same period last year.KZT1,070.38 bln were received into individual pension savings accounts (IPSA) for recording the CPC from the beginning of the year as of 01.06.2025 (compared to the same period last year, the volume of CPC increased by 12.1%), COPC - KZT57.24 bln (an increase of 21.1%), VPC - KZT1.21 bln. Contributions from the ECPC for the first 5 months of 2025 amounted to KZT172.18 bln.Benefits and transfersPayments for all types of contributions and transfers to insurance organizations from the UAPF for 5 months of 2025 amounted to KZT646.05 bln, which exceeds the volume of payments of last year's indicator by 75.9% or KZT278.68 bln.Most of the payments are lump sum pension benefit payments (LSPBP) for improving housing conditions and medical treatment - KZT374.68 bln. At the same time, the volume of payments for alternative purposes increased by 41.25% compared to last year's indicator.Age-related benefits as of 01.06.2025 increased by 22.21% over 12 months and amounted to KZT98.08 bln. It should be noted that the amount of the average monthly pension benefit according to the schedule from the UAPF in connection with reaching retirement age was 35,668 tenge.From the beginning of the year to 01.06.2025, inheritance payments were also made - KZT28.96 bln, payments in connection with leaving for permanent residence outside the Republic of Kazakhstan - KZT15.24 bln, payments to persons with disabilities - KZT1.32 bln, funeral payments - KZT4.48 bln. An amount of KZT123.29 bln was transferred to insurance organizations. IPSA numberThe total number of pension accounts in the UAPF as of June 1, 2025 was 17.59 million units (growth over 12 months - 1.45 million units or 9%). At the same time, the number of individual pension savings accounts of contributors (beneficiaries) in the UAPF as of June 1, 2025 was 12.56 million units, of which: 11.17 million - for the compulsory pension contribution, 736.94 thousand - for the compulsory occupational pension contribution, 450.31 thousand - for the voluntary pension contribution.The number of notional pension accounts in the UAPF, which record information on received employer’s compulsory pension contribution, was 5.04 million units. All up-to-date information on statistical data on pension assets is posted on the enpf.kz website in the Statistics and Analytics section. UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz)  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay-makanshy/press/news/details/1029357?lang=kk

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On July 1, 2025, the chairman of the Kegeni district maslikhat, A. N. Nugman, met with residents of the village of Zhylysai in accordance with the approved work schedule.During the meeting, specific answers were received to the questions of the villagers, and the further work of the Kegeni district maslikhat was announced.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maslihat-kegen/press/news/details/1028258?lang=kk

Now, individual entrepreneurs and small and medium-sized business representatives can manage their business in just a few clicks. The updated eGov Business personal account combines all company information in one place, while AI chatbots suggest solutions and the Tax Calendar reminds you of payment deadlines. All this is already available to local entrepreneurs in the updated version of the eGov Business mobile application.You can start your own business right from the app. The services 'Registration of Individual Entrepreneurs' and 'Registration of LLP' are available for aspiring entrepreneurs, including those who want to register as individual entrepreneurs.  The updated app is faster, more convenient and more efficient thanks to an optimized interface that makes navigation even more intuitive. Improved integration with eGov.kz web services and partner platforms allows to speed up data processing and reduce time spent on operations.In addition, the entrepreneur's personal account with eGov Business has become a universal control panel where all information about the company, including information about the legal entity, licences and branches, is now available in one place. The tax calendar will automatically remind users of payment deadlines, and integrated AI chatbots will offer personalized solutions, further simplifying business operations.An important innovation of the application is the risk management service of the Ministry of National Economy. The service helps business owners to be aware of possible inspections in advance, allowing them to prepare for any challenges and minimize various risks.Today, eGov Business is not just an application, but a fully-fledged digital tool that helps small and medium-sized enterprises optimize processes and maximize the use of digital technology. The mobile application not only helps entrepreneurs make the right decisions, but also helps them develop their business by minimizing bureaucracy and saving time.There are 32 services available in the application, making it much easier for businesses to interact with government.The team has also significantly improved the functionality of the application. During testing, extensive integration work with external web services and platforms was carried out to ensure smooth operation and maximum efficiency of all the services.Previously, the service "Digital power of attorney for a legal entity" was launched in the application. The service greatly simplifies the process of granting powers of attorney: directors of legal entities can quickly and securely issue powers of attorney in an online format using DS. Not only does this speed up the process, but it also makes the interaction within the organization more transparent and more efficient.The eGov Business platform extends its capabilities by providing access to web services through integration. This will allow third party developers and companies to bring their services to the user interface of eGov Business, providing entrepreneurs with a convenient way to access digital tools.The launch of the application took place thanks to the joint work of the Public Services Committee of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan and National Information Technologies JSC, the Ministry of National Economy, and the "Atameken" National Chamber of Entrepreneurs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-selinograd/press/news/details/1028259?lang=kk

On October 1 of this year, the deadline for paying the personal property tax for 2024 expires.Currently, residents of Pavlodar receive SMS notifications about property tax payments.    You can find out the amount of property tax and simultaneously make a payment using the banking details in the "Service of upcoming payments for individual Entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs" of the e-salyq Azamat mobile application, as well as through the applications of Halyk Bank and Kaspi Bank. The list of preferential categories that are exempt from paying property tax in full or in part is defined by paragraph 2 of Article 526 of the Tax Code.The preferential category includes:- heroes of the Soviet Union, heroes of Socialist Labor, persons awarded the titles of "Halyk kaharmany", "Kazakstan Enbek Epi", awarded the Order of Glory of three degrees and the Order of Otan  – within 1000 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects;- veterans of the Great Patriotic War, veterans who are equivalent in benefits to veterans of the GreatPatriotic War, and veterans of military operations on the territory of other states, persons awarded orders and medals of the former USSR for selfless labor and impeccable military service in the rear during the Great Patriotic War, as well as persons who worked (served) for at least six months from June 22, 1941 to May 9, 1945, and those who were not awarded orders and medals of the former USSR for selfless labor and impeccable military service in the rear during the Great Patriotic War – within 1,500 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects;- persons with disabilities – within 1,500 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects;- orphaned children and children left without parental care for the period up to the age of 18, one of the parents of a person with a disability since childhood, a child with a disability - on land plots, dwellings, buildings, country houses, garages, parking spaces and other buildings, structures, premises belonging to them on the right of ownership;- mothers with many children, awarded the title of "Mother Heroine", awarded the "Altyn alka" pendant - for land plots, as well as within 1000 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects (dwellings, buildings, country houses, garages, parking spaces and other buildings, structures, premises belonging to them by right of ownership);- separately residing pensioners (pensioners, at whose place of residence only pensioners are registered) – by land plots, as well as within 1000 MCI of the total value of all taxable objects (dwellings, buildings, country houses, garages, parking spaces and other buildings, structures, premises belonging to them by right of ownership); - individual entrepreneurs – for objects used in entrepreneurial activities, with the exception of dwellings and other objects for which the tax base is determined in accordance with Article 529 of the Tax Code; - individuals are the owners of an apartment (room), according to the share of the owner of the apartment (room), in a land plot occupied by an apartment building.For reference information, residents of Pavlodar can contact the toll-free number of the unified contact center – 1414 (3), or the state revenue department at the location of the taxable object.The Department of State Revenue for the Pavlodar region reminds that paying taxes is the constitutional duty of every citizen, and urges to pay taxes on time.Department of Explanatory Work and Contact Center State Duma of the Pavlodar region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kgd-pavlodar/press/news/details/1028238?lang=kk

Geneva, July 1, 2025 – During its 59th session, the UN Human Rights Council unanimously approved the Report of the Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review on the human rights situation in Kazakhstan.Presenting updated information and statistics since the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) on January 23, 2025, the head of the Kazakh delegation, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the UN Office in Geneva Yerlan Alimbayev briefed the main UN human rights body about improving legislation and law enforcement practices related to women's rights, anti-discrimination policies, labour relations, trade union activities, journalists' rights, measures against torture, large-scale amnesty, judiciary reform, including the establishment of independent cassation courts, and much more.In their observations, the HRC member states and observers, as well as representatives of international non-governmental organisations, expressed their support for ongoing reforms in Kazakhstan. They also appreciated that Kazakhstan had accepted most of their recommendations following the UPR.The 4th report of the Republic of Kazakhstan was considered under the Universal Periodic Review procedure in Geneva in January 2025.Kazakhstan accepted 259 out of 294 recommendations by the states that participated in reviewing Kazakhstan’s report.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-geneva/press/news/details/1028149?lang=kk

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Akim of Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov received Chairman of the board of Kazakhtelecom JSC Bagdat Musin. At the meeting, issues of attracting internet systems to villages in the region, improving the quality of communication and other pilot projects were discussed. "The head of the region thanked the head of" "Kazakhtelecom "" JSC, who is going to visit Turkestan and implement investment projects."- Welcome to the holy city of Turkestan. The head of state said that" in today's digital civilization and knowledge economy, one of the basic human needs is access to the internet." In the region, a number of works are being carried out in this direction. There are 801 rural settlements on the territory of the region. Of these, 740 settlements are covered by mobile internet. On the territory of the region, 429 rural settlements out of 801 rural settlements are covered by the optics network. In the remaining 372 rural settlements, optics were not carried out. I would like to thank you for providing funds for the coverage of these settlements with the optics network. This is a huge investment in our region. As a result, our residents will have access to high-quality internet. In order to provide rural settlements with high – quality communication, we, for our part, will contribute to providing telecom operators with the necessary infrastructure, - said Nuralkhan Kusherov.Bagdat Musin said that the Turkestan region is in the spotlight. He noted that due to the large number of population and settlements, the work on internet access will be strengthened. In particular, 14.7 billion tenge was allocated by Kazakhtelecom JSC to improve the quality of the telecommunications system and the internet in 372 rural settlements. he said that he would invest in tenge. He asked the regional akimat to support the high-quality and fast implementation of these projects, and the proposal was resolved.At the end of the meeting, Nuralkhan Kusherov and Bagdat Musin signed a memorandum on the implementation of the above initiative.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/turkestan-sandyk-mem-kysmet/press/news/details/1028119?lang=kk

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Warsaw, June 27-28, 2025 - In the city of Słupsk, the VII International Scientific Seminar "Abai Readings: The History and Future of Kazakhstan's Culture in the Eurasian Space" was held, dedicated to the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbayuly.The seminar was organized in a hybrid format by the Pomeranian University in Słupsk and Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University with the active support of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Poland.The ceremony was attended by representatives of the academic community of Kazakhstan and Poland, the Embassy of Kazakhstan, the Honorary Consulate of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Gdańsk, as well as Kazakh and Polish students, doctoral students, and professors from Pomeranian University, Abai Kazakh National Pedagogical University, and other universities.During the event, participants discussed topical issues related to the development of Kazakh culture and its role in the Eurasian space, as well as prospects for further cooperation between Kazakhstan and Poland in the fields of culture and science.Participants presented scientific reports on the following topics: “Abai's place in modern education,” “The influence of Abai's creative heritage on the cultural unity of Kazakhstan,” and “Abai's teachings as the basis for educating the younger generation.” At the same time, the participants paid special attention to issues related to the preservation and promotion of the legacy of Abai Kunanbayuly.The event featured performances of national musical works on the dombra, as well as recitations of poems by Kazakh poets.The annual seminars, held since the Center's opening, are the first scientific events in Poland dedicated to Abai Kunanbayuly and other representatives of Kazakh culture.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-warsaw/press/news/details/1028140?lang=kk

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A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Akim of the region Nurlybek Nalibayev on measures to develop water supply and sanitation systems, the introduction of digital water-saving technologies, and specific instructions were given. In this regard, akim of the district Berik Sarmenbayev held a meeting and noted that comprehensive measures are being taken to provide the population with high-quality drinking water. - Head of state Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed to carry out systematic work on providing the population with high-quality drinking water. In this regard, the issue of water supply in the district has been fully resolved. Still, during the summer, water pressure drops due to residents ' use of drinking water for the garden. This should not be allowed. It is necessary to maintain constant control over the continuous and non – depressurization of drinking water, - said Berik Abdygapparovich. The district is 100% provided with centralized drinking water. The district has a system of drinking water pipes with a total length of 463.9 kilometers. Last year, the object of drilling exploration and operation wells in the settlements of Saken Seifullin and Inkardariya was financed from the local budget, and these objects were fully adopted. Over the past 2 years, 92.1 million tenge has been allocated from the local budget. 9 water towers were purchased for the tenge and newly installed in the villages of Terenozek, Shagan, Inkardariya, S. Seifullin, Kogalykol, N. Ilyasov, Shirkeili, Amankeldy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda-syrdarya/press/news/details/1027958?lang=kk

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Astana, July 1, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Moldova Mihai Popșoi, who arrived in Astana on his first official visit.During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues pertaining to Kazakhstan-Moldova relations. In particular, they reviewed priority areas of political dialogue, trade and economic cooperation, as well as cultural and humanitarian interaction. The sides also exchanged views on the calendar of joint events planned for the current year.Both parties reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further strengthening bilateral ties based on the principles of friendship and mutually beneficial cooperation. The decision by Chișinău to open the Embassy of Moldova in Kazakhstan was welcomed as a tangible confirmation of the shared intent to advance bilateral relations. The parties underlined the historical significance of this milestone, reflecting the growing dynamics of Kazakhstan-Moldova cooperation.Minister Nurtleu emphasized that, thanks to the political will of the Heads of State, bilateral interaction has gained new momentum in recent years. “Kazakhstan and Moldova have traditionally maintained close and trusting relations built on mutual respect, which enables us to consistently deepen cooperation across all areas,” he noted.For his part, Minister Popşoi said that “Moldova is committed to consolidating the bilateral interaction in a long term perspective, counting on the expansion of strong and promising relations for the benefit of both countries’ citizens.”Special attention was paid to the expansion of trade and economic collaboration. In this regard, the key coordinating role of the Kazakhstan-Moldova Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation was highlighted, with a proposal to convene its next meeting in the near future.The ministers noted with satisfaction the record 75% increase in bilateral trade turnover in 2024, and agreed on measures to ensure sustained and dynamic growth in this area. Interest was expressed to continue the successful practice of interaction in the sphere of mutual investments on the example of long-term activity of Kazakh “Rompetrol” in Moldova and Moldovan dairy company “JLC Сүт” in Kazakhstan.The interlocutors agreed to pursue joint efforts to identify new areas of cooperation in agriculture, transport, industrial collaboration, and to explore opportunities in the digital economy, culture, and the humanitarian sphere.The ministers also “compared the notes” on pressing regional and global issues and reaffirmed their commitment to continue cooperation within international organizations. In particular, gratitude was expressed to the Moldovan side for its support and co-sponsorship of the UN Security Council resolution on the establishment of the UN Regional Centre for the Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty.Later the same day, the ministers participated in the official opening ceremony of the Embassy of the Republic of Moldova in Astana.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1027893?lang=kk

Astana, July 1, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Almaz Alsenov, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Harvest Group.The parties discussed the implementation of an investment project in the agricultural sector aimed at the gradual transfer of 300 thousand hectares of pasture and fallow lands into irrigated agricultural lands using groundwater and modern water-saving technologies. The project covers the Zhambyl, Almaty, Zhetysu, Aktobe, Pavlodar, Kyzylorda, and East Kazakhstan regions, with a total investment of 500 million US dollars in the first phase.Minister Nurtleu emphasized the importance of further promoting the project and expressed his readiness to provide government support. In particular, the parties discussed the signing of an Investment Agreement between the Government of Kazakhstan and Harvest Group.The interlocutors also discussed the need to strengthen cooperation with local executive authorities, particularly at the district level.Harvest Group is actively involved in the transformation of Kazakhstan’s agriculture by implementing advanced technologies and international practices in water conservation and irrigation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1027899?lang=kk

The Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan is called upon to support interethnic and interfaith harmony in the republic in the name of stability and peace. All of us, people of different nationalities, are united by a common thing that has one of the most possible concepts: We are the people of Kazakhstan! And in this, Kazakhstan is a unique state.   In the Solonosky rural district, in the village of Solonovka, the ancient Slavic holiday Ivan Kupala took place - a holiday dedicated to the highest flowering of the forces of nature and the growth of a new harvest. Ivan Kupala is one of the most revered, most important, and riotous holidays of the year. …To cheerful music, the participants of the event pass through an arch of birch branches, ribbons and flowers. They are greeted with a festive Easter cake.The site where the event is taking place is decorated with a large banner with the name of the holiday. There are also tables with festive treats. The women standing behind them invite you to try the dishes prepared by the employees of the Solonovsky rural akimat, Malonarymsky and Solonovsky nursery-kindergarten and schools of these villages, as well as libraries and clubs. All the participants were dressed in national Belarusian costumes, with wreaths on their heads, which gave the event a special color and festivity.And, as usual, the celebration began with a round dance and the “Stream” dance.The hosts of the event - the methodologist of the House of Friendship Asel Karybaeva and the representative of the council of mothers of the Solonovsky rural district Svetlana Starichkova gave the floor to congratulate Yerzhan Kozhakhmetovich Kaliakhmetov - the representative of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, a member of the council of aksakals and the chairman of the council of veterans of the Ulken Naryn district. He wished those present success in their affairs, prosperity and peace above their heads.A resident of the village of Solonovka, Kulmayra Sarsembayeva, also expressed her congratulations and wishes.The hosts of the holiday told how in all cultures, including Slavic ones, Kupala was celebrated at night - everywhere they lit fires and danced in circles, wove wreaths and collected medicinal herbs, which at this time have special power. Bathing has always been an obligatory ritual on Ivan Kupala - it cleansed the body, and jumping over the fire cleansed the soul.The character traits of any ethnic group are reflected in its culture, creativity and traditions. Belarusians are a vivid example of this. Representatives of the Belarusian ethnocultural association "Krynitsa", which operates at the House of Friendship, have a rich cultural and spiritual heritage that is passed down from generation to generation. The musical program included songs in Kazakh, Belarusian and Russian, traditional Belarusian dances were performed, and folk tunes full of soulfulness and warmth were heard.The local people gradually gather to the cheerful sounds of music, not just to watch the celebration, but to take part in dancing, games and fun.The group "Ivushki" performed the Belarusian song "Tsyache voda u yarok".The hosts then told those present about the Belarusian national costume. It is not just clothing, but the language of symbols, history and spirituality. The costume reflected the age, marital status, social status and even the mood of the woman. Belarusian costumes are rich in embroidery - each village had its own unique ornaments. Colors also mattered. The Belarusian women's costume is not just clothing, it is a reflection of the soul of the people, its history and culture. It was created with love and passed down from generation to generation, like a real family heirloom.Guests from the neighboring Katon-Karagay District arrived for the event. The Director of the House of Friendship, Anar Manyarova, congratulated the Ryabinushki group on the holiday: "Let the power of nature, water and fire bring inspiration, health and unity to your association. We give you this loaf of bread with all our hearts - as a symbol of the sun, fertility and good wishes," she said, handing over the loaf and a holiday greeting: "On this bright day filled with ancient traditions, let me sincerely congratulate you on the holiday of Ivan Kupala - a celebration of the sun, water, fire and unity with nature.Let your hearts be warmed by the warmth of folk culture, and may harmony, respect and inspiration always reign in your home. May every meeting be joyful, and every day filled with meaning and light.Let the songs sound, connecting generations, and let the cultural heritage of the Belarusian people flourish!Let the chamomile show you the way, and the fern fulfill your cherished desires. Let the songs sound loudly, and let the hearts be filled with warmth and joy.With sincere wishes for goodness and unity - the Belarusian ethnocultural association of the House of Friendship of the Katon-Karagay district."Anar Manyarova also presented her long-time colleague Natalia Gosteeva and the staff of the House of Friendship of the Ulken Naryn district with a festive greeting. Performed by a guest from the Katon-Karagay district Zhanna Sokosova    the songs "Volga" and ""The Sorceress."On this day, songs were performed by folk groups and amateur artists: "Girls" from Novokhairuzovka performed the song "Ah, fate, my fate", Berikbol Dzhansultanov from Novopolyakovka - "Nad rekoyu selo". From the village of Zhulduz, the group "Skazochnye devchata" performed the Belarusian folk dance.How the song "Lada" performed by Kanybek Bulekpaev made us happy and invited us to dance! It reminded many of those present of their youth.The vocal group "Tumar" from the village of Altynbel performed the song "Spring on Zarechnaya Street", for the first time the folklore group "Ryabinushki" sang a song in Kazakh "Kazak Eli Osynday", a good impression was left by the musical groups "Bergalochka" from Sennoy - "Ne Vybray Krasivuyu", "Na Gore Kolkhoz" - a group from Mayemer. Daniyar Serzhanov from the Soldatovsky rural district "Lonely accordion" dance group "Zhuldyzdar" of the Solonovskaya secondary school performed a Ukrainian dance. Leader Bauyrzhanova Symbat Bauyrzhankyzy.Artists of the House of Culture took part in the event, presenting their musical greetings to the audience: Daulet Zhansultanov - "Grass at home", Aibek Kuanyshpaev - "Gray night". Azat Rakhimov and Aibek Kuanyshpaev with the song "Shyn suyu galamat"These songs lifted my spirits, immersed me in a state of joy, sadness, and inspiration.The main festive entertainment was jumping over the fire. It was believed that the Kupala fire had magical powers that could protect against illnesses and failures. This opinion persists to this day.One of the highlights of the holiday were folk games and entertainment organized by vocal groups. They held: "Take the Wreath" - a fun and romantic game with wreaths "Voda-voditsa" - a ritual game with elements of a round dance and calls as well as popular games: “Haystack”, “Kalechina-malechina”, “Malechina-tablecloth”, “Stream”, round dances and dances, which involved everyone - both children and adults.Guests were treated to festive tables featuring national Belarusian and Kazakh cuisine.Representatives of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan of the Ulken Naryn district expressed congratulations and words of support, emphasizing the importance of such events for strengthening friendship and harmony between peoples.The Ivan Kupala holiday in Solonovka became a real holiday of the soul - cheerful, colorful, uniting. It not only brought joy to the participants, but also contributed to the preservation of cultural traditions and strengthening of interethnic harmony in the region.Children and teenagers took part in the games with pleasure.The current event, prepared by the House of Friendship together with the apparatus of the Akim of the Solonovsky rural district, representatives of the APK and ethnocultural associations of the Ulken Naryn district, was held at a high level. This is evidenced by the statements of fellow villagers.- The holiday was a great success! We are leaving in a good mood, - noted many participants of the public fun.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/vko-ulken-naryn/press/news/details/1027904?lang=kk