The SENAT OPEN qualifying tournament was held in KostanayOn May 4, Kostanay hosted the qualifying tournament of the II Open Cup "SENATE OPEN", organized with the support of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Chess Federation of Kazakhstan.The tournament is being held for the second year in a row with the aim of popularizing chess in the country. This year, a record participation was set – 35 deputies, including 9 chairmen of maslikhats, played in the qualifying stage.The city of Rudny was represented at the tournament:- Ruslan Urazalin, deputy of the Rudn city Maslikhat- Deputy of the Rudn city Maslikhat – Igor Shishov- Dana Kaleeva– Chief of Staff of the Rudn City Maslikhat- Member of the city's Public Council – Anton Bokov- Ex-deputy of the Maslikhats – Amanzhol SagnaevFollowing the results of the tournament, Ruslan Urazalin won a silver medal and became one of the 25 strongest participants who will compete for victory in the semifinals of the SENATE OPEN in Kokshetau. Last year, he became the winner of the regional stage and entered the top 10 of the semi-finals.We wish our deputy good luck and new victories!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maslihat-rudnyy/press/news/details/991194?lang=kk

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On the eve of the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, Chairman of the Rudn City Maslikhat Azamat Iskakov and deputies visited the widows of the Great Patriotic War participants.On behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, jubilee medals "Uly Otan sogysyndagi Zheniske 80 zhyl" and food packages were presented.The presentation was held at home — in a warm, sincere atmosphere, with words of gratitude, wishes of good health, longevity and peace.Such meetings are a living bond between generations, a manifestation of respect and gratitude for a great feat.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maslihat-rudnyy/press/news/details/991196?lang=kk

On the eve of the 80th anniversary of the Victory, Chairman of the Rudn city Maslikhat Azamat Iskakov visited the home front workers, expressing sincere gratitude and deep respect for their work and feat.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maslihat-rudnyy/press/news/details/991200?lang=kk

The grand opening of a new section of the Museum of Military Glory of the National Military-Patriotic Center, the Open-Air Museum, took place in Almaty. The event was held on the territory of the Army House (former Officers' House) with the participation of Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Major General Shaikh-Hassan Zhazykbayev, Deputy Akim of Almaty Azamat Kaldybekov, representatives of the armed forces and distinguished guests.The ceremony began with the performance of the National Anthem. Welcoming remarks were made by representatives of the Ministry of Defense and the city administration. The military personnel who contributed to the creation of the new exhibition were noted. The symbolic moment of the event was the ceremonial ribbon cutting, after which the first tour of the exhibition area was conducted for the guests.The new museum section is located on the adjacent territory on the side of Sh Street. Kaldayakova. More than 30 units of authentic and restored military equipment are located here in the open air. All samples have been restored and annotated with technical specifications and historical descriptions.Among the exhibits are the legendary T-34 tank, which became a symbol of Victory, the BM-13 Katyusha multiple launch rocket system, as well as Soviet T-44 and T-55 tanks. The BTR-40, BRDM-1 and BRDM-2 armored personnel carriers, the BMP-1 infantry fighting vehicle, various howitzers, mortars, anti-aircraft and field guns are presented.Rare foreign-made samples attract special attention.: 120 mm mortar "Finuleanu" (Sweden), 158 mm mortar "Kebelverch-41" (Germany) and 105 mm howitzer M-2A1 HOWITZER (USA). The exhibition is also complemented by artillery installations such as the 203 mm howitzer BL-39, 122 mm howitzer M-30, 100 mm field cannon BS-3, anti-aircraft guns ZPU-2 and S-60, mortars PM-120 and M-240, as well as other pieces of equipment used in different periods of history..The Museum of Military Glory was founded in 1965 and remains one of the key centers of military-patriotic education in Almaty. His collection covers the military history of Kazakhstan from the 19th century to the present day. The collection is based on original documents, photographs, letters, awards and personal belongings of veterans. A significant part of the materials was given by the daughter of General Panfilov, a veteran of the Panfilov Division, Valentina Panfilova.The museum is located in the building of the Army House at 24 Zenkova St., Medeu district, and covers an area of over 1,260 square meters. meters. The institution employs 15 specialists, and the annual attendance exceeds 25,000 people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty-almaly/press/news/details/991202?lang=kk

Dear residents of the city of Rudny! Please accept our congratulations on Defender of the Fatherland Day of the Republic of Kazakhstan! May 7 is a memorable day of courage, honor and devotion to the Motherland. On this day, we pay tribute to those who guard the security of our country and are ready to defend its sovereignty, peace and tranquility of citizens. We bow our heads with deep respect to the courage of veterans, military personnel and all those who devoted their lives to serving the Motherland. The pride, fortitude and patriotism of our defenders serve as a reliable pillar of our independence. Let the younger generation take an example from those who respectfully bear this honorary title - defender of the Fatherland. We wish you good health, family well-being and a peaceful sky over your head!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/maslihat-rudnyy/press/news/details/991203?lang=kk

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Stockholm, May 5-6, 2025 — At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sweden, a Kazakhstan-Sweden business round table was held, organized within the framework of the official visit of the delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Sweden. The main goal of the visit was the expansion of bilateral investment and technological cooperation, as well as the promotion of Kazakhstan’s economic opportunities among the leading representatives of Swedish business.The Kazakh delegation was headed by Vice Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Saparbekov. It also included Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Renewable Energy Association “Qazaq Green” Nurlan Kapenov, Director of the Executive Directorate of the Union of Mechanical Engineers of Kazakhstan Talgat Bazarbekov, foreign representative of the JSC “National Company Kazakh Invest” Ulbossyn Sarybayeva, as well as representatives of Kazakhstani companies working in the fields of mechanical engineering, energy and information-communication technologies.The Swedish side was headed by State Secretary for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Sweden Diana Janse. The round table was attended by representatives of Business Sweden, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce and Industry for Eurasian countries, as well as the largest Swedish companies, including ABB, Scania, Ericsson, Sandvik, Epiroc, SKF AB, Vaderstad AB, Tornum Group and Volvo Trucks.Opening the event, State Secretary Diana Janse emphasized: “Kazakhstan demonstrates stability and sustainable economic growth, creating favorable conditions for doing business. This forum opens new perspectives for cooperation, and Sweden is ready to comprehensively support the development of mutually beneficial projects between our countries.” The State Secretary also called on Swedish business to participate more actively in joint initiatives with Kazakhstan.During the discussions, the parties noted the significant potential for deepening cooperation in the fields of mechanical engineering, mining, renewable energy, agriculture and IT. Particular emphasis was placed on the interest of Swedish business in investment opportunities in Kazakhstan, including the implementation of projects consistent with the principles of sustainable development and the “green” transition.The Kazakh side presented government support measures aimed at improving the investment climate, and also presented a number of specific projects open to the participation of foreign companies. Special attention was paid to the introduction of innovative solutions and advanced technologies in key sectors of the economy.As part of the visit, separate meetings were also held between the Kazakh delegation and representatives of Volvo Trucks, Scania CV AB, the Swedish Solar Energy Association and Sandvik, during which the possibilities for localization of Swedish machinery and equipment in Kazakhstan were discussed.As a result of the events, an agreement was reached on continuing a substantive dialogue at the level of sectoral ministries, business associations and companies, as well as on the development of concrete mechanisms for practical cooperation.The Kazakhstan-Sweden round table became an important platform for strengthening business ties and building long-term partnerships between the two countries, with a focus on investment, technology and sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-stockholm/press/news/details/991155?lang=kk

A number of spiritual and cultural events will be held in the city of Kokshetau to mark the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory. Two performances deserve special attention — "The Last Letter" and "The Soldier's Father". These productions realistically convey the tragedy of the war and are able to touch the heart of every viewer.On May 7, at 17:00, the premiere of the concert performance "The Last Letter" will take place on the stage of the Kazakh Musical and Drama Theater named after Shakhmet Kusainov. The staging was prepared by the artistic director of the theater Manarbek Kydyrbai, and the director was Medet Khamzin, the holder of the honorary title of "Excellent Student of Culture"."The play artistically reflects the tragedy of the war through the pain left in the heart of humanity, through mournful letters from the front, memories of fallen heroes and the value of peaceful life. The production will feature songs from those years that will help the audience understand the meaning of the world more deeply," the organizers note.On May 6, 8 and 10, at 18:00, the Akmola Regional Russian Drama Theater will host screenings of a play based on the play by Suliko Zhgenti "Father of a Soldier". The production was performed by the main director of the theater, "Excellent Student of Culture" Olga Lutsiva.The plot centers on the story of an elderly Georgian peasant, Giorgi Makharashvili, who volunteers to go to the front in search of his son. He goes to war not as a soldier, but as a father. On his way, he meets many people whose fates reveal to him the common tragedy of war. The play deeply touches on such values as love, hope, humanity, perseverance and fatherly kindness.The play is based on the famous 1964 film Father of a Soldier, directed by Rezo Chkheidze. This work won the hearts of the audience in the 20th century and remains relevant to this day. It tells a sincere, pathos-free story about human feelings and fortitude in wartime.Both productions are an integral part of historical and cultural commemorative events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory. The aim of the organizers is to awaken in the hearts of the audience the love of the Motherland, respect for historical memory and the value of peaceful life.Young people, representatives of the creative intelligentsia, members of veteran organizations and all lovers of theatrical art are invited to the events.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola-madeniet/press/news/details/991166?lang=kk

In Astana, a military parade took place with the participation of the President of the Republic — Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, commemorating Defender of the Fatherland Day (May 7) and the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War.— Among the National Guard formation marching in the parade were descendants of war veterans. They honor the memory of the heroes and carry their legacy. Our military equipment and weaponry are continuously modernized in line with current standards. Today’s parade clearly reflects this progress, — said Major General Bauyrzhan Abzhanov, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the National Guard, who led the parade formation.Over 400 servicemen of the National Guard participated in the ceremonial march, including troops from military unit 5573 of the operational command and the elite special forces unit "Bürkit", who formed separate marching columns.— I am a descendant of Victory — my grandfather was among those who brought us this historic day. I am proud of his wartime bravery. Today, I had the honor to march with my comrades in this parade dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory, — shared a serviceman from Bürkit.In addition, 30 representatives of the law enforcement forces, together with the combined orchestra of Kazakhstan’s security services, provided the musical accompaniment for the Victory Parade.During the mechanized column’s procession, the National Guard showcased 13 modern armored vehicles, including:“Barys” 6×6,“Alan-2”,“Cobra II” with enhanced combat protection,and the “Ural-VV”, capable of transporting up to 17 personnel across dangerous terrain.This year’s Victory Parade brought together 4,500 military personnel from the Armed Forces, other troops, and military formations of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Notably, for the first time in history, battle flags of units originally formed on Kazakhstan’s territory were ceremonially carried, and troops marched in historical wartime uniforms, adding a special symbolic touch to the event.Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/991135?lang=kk

Astana, 7 May 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 Socialist Republic of Vietnam Bui Thanh Son.The parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakh-Vietnamese cooperation in the political, trade and economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres.Minister Nurtleu emphasized that Astana views Hanoi as one of its key partners in Southeast Asia, with whom it shares close and friendly ties.“We attach particular importance to the state visit of the General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, to Kazakhstan. The adoption of the historic Joint Statement on the Establishment of a Strategic Partnership undoubtedly marks a new and important milestone in our bilateral relations,” stated the Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan.He reiterated Kazakhstan’s commitment to high-level agreements and underlined the importance of the ambitious goal to increase bilateral trade to 2 billion US dollars in the coming years. In this regard, the establishment of a Kazakhstan-Vietnam Strategic Council to comprehensively coordinate the development of bilateral cooperation was proposed.The Vietnamese Foreign Minister confirmed his country’s readiness to further strengthen the strategic partnership in a spirit of friendship and trust, and extended an invitation for the Kazakh side to visit Hanoi with a business mission.The ministers also exchanged views on the current international agenda and noted that Kazakhstan and Vietnam share similar positions on most regional and global issues. They emphasized the successful cooperation between the two countries within international organizations, including the UN, CICA, and EAEU.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides agreed to maintain close contact and advance cooperation across the full spectrum of areas of mutual interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/991111?lang=kk

On May 7, the grand opening of the exposition of state symbols, dedicated to Defender of the Fatherland Day and the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, took place on the central square of the city of Rudny. The event was held under the slogan "Uly Zhenis: Yerlikke tagzym, urpakka ulgi" — "The Great Victory: A bow to the feat, an example for posterity." Thousands of citizens gathered to pay tribute to history and celebrate important dates in an atmosphere of national unity. The central event was the opening of a new symbolic exhibition, including: • A 20-meter-high flagpole with a 2×4-meter national flag • Two monumental granite blocks with a description of the state symbols and the text of the Anthem of the Republic of Kazakhstan • Modern technical equipment — lifting mechanism and architectural lighting, which makes the object visible even in the evening The exposition will become a place of attraction for citizens, where solemn ceremonies, festive events and patriotic actions will take place. It not only decorates the central square, but also fulfills an important mission to promote state symbols and strengthen national identity. Special attention on this day was paid to honoring the outstanding residents of Rudny. Akhmetzhanov Gabdolla, Glaser Gennady Efimovich, Kakenov Zhaksylyk Kakenuly and Pentyukhova Lilia Lvovna were awarded the badge of "Honorary resident of the city of Rudny". In addition, certificates of honor were awarded to Akim of Kostanay region and akim of Rudny city. The festive atmosphere was complemented by a military march with the participation of military personnel, school and college students, as well as the brass band of military unit No. 6697. 280 people took part in the march, and the culmination of the event was a live broadcast of the Military Parade in honor of the Victory anniversary. "A strong state is...first of all, spiritual values, national identity, respect for the history and symbols of the country," says the Head of State. On this day, these words found a visible embodiment - in the flag, anthem, marches, and, most importantly, in the eyes of those who came to honor their Homeland. The opening of the exhibition became a bright and significant event for the whole city, uniting generations, demonstrating the values that underpin the independence of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-ishki-sayasat/press/news/details/991118?lang=kk

The grand opening of the freestyle and women's wrestling championships, dedicated to Defender of the Fatherland Day and the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, took place on May 7 at the K. Nurzhanov Athletics Arena. More than 150 boys and girls (born in 2009-2011) from all over Kazakhstan participate in it.  The organizers of the competition are the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Karaganda region and the Daulet Wrestling Training Center.- This is a very important championship for novice wrestlers, - said the judge of the international category, Honored Master of Sports, Honored Coach of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alexander Alekseevich Mytsyk, - Many well-known athletes began their success with these competitions. Here, children are selected for the national teams of the regions to participate in the national championship. And the most important thing is that this tournament not only remains popular and significant among athletes, but also carries an educational moment, as it is dedicated to such a great holiday – Victory Day. The guys honored the memory of the war heroes with a minute of silence, and at that moment, I am sure, they had bright feelings of patriotism and pride for their great-grandfathers, for their peaceful country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda-sport/press/news/details/991122?lang=kk

Для расширения доступа бизнеса к льготному финансированию Министерство национальной экономики РК запустило два новых инструмента поддержки на базе Фонда «Даму». Они позволяют компаниям любого масштаба - от малого до крупного - привлекать финансирование даже при отсутствии достаточного залога.Первое направление рассчитано на масштабные проекты стоимостью от 7 млрд тенге. Охватывает ключевые отрасли экономики, включая промышленность, энергетику, инфраструктуру и экспорт. Государство предоставляет гарантию по займам, что снижает риски для банков и делает кредитование бизнеса более доступным.Второе направление нацелено на малые и средние предприятия. Распространяется на проекты стоимостью до 7 млрд тенге и помогает предпринимателям без залога получить необходимое финансирование. На сегодняшний день подписаны соглашения с пятью банками, еще два находятся в процессе. Работа по расширению перечня партнеров продолжается.Программа уже показала первые результаты: поддержано 34 проекта на общую сумму 3,3 млрд тенге. Гарантии оформляются всего за два рабочих дня по упрощенной процедуре. Получатели - представители различных сфер: от производства и транспорта до образования.До конца 2025 года планируется поддержать 10 тысяч проектов, а к 2028 году объем гарантийного портфеля достигнет 1,4 трлн тенге. Это обеспечит ежегодную поддержку более 50 тысяч бизнес-инициатив.На сегодняшний день партнерами фонда Даму являются банки Банк ЦентрКредит, Halyk Bank, Freedom Bank, Fortebank, Bank RBK, Bereke Bank и Казахстан–Зираат Интернешнл Банк. Предприниматели могут получить гарантию фонда до 85% от суммы кредита, что делает займы значительно доступнее.Новые механизмы - это вклад в развитие устойчивой финансовой инфраструктуры, снижение рисков для банков и расширение возможностей для роста отечественного бизнеса.Напомним, данные инициативы реализуются в рамках мер по ускорению экономического роста. Как сообщалось ранее, в 2025 году запланировано увеличение капитала холдинга «Байтерек» на 1 трлн тенге. Это позволит привлечь финансирование в объеме до 8 трлн тенге и направить его на запуск новых проектов, расширение производственных мощностей и создание высокопроизводительных рабочих мест.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/991101?lang=kk

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Belo Horizonte, May 6, 2025- The opening ceremony of the 59th International Mendeleev Chemistry Olympiad in an interactive format combining elements of modern science and Brazilian traditions took place in the capital of the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais.At the Olympiad, the Kazakhstan team was represented by gifted students from different regions of Kazakhstan and became one of the most numerous teams (11 students) among teams from 40 countries of the world.In 2025, the Olympiad, which will be held from May 6 to 12 as part of Brazil's BRICS presidency, was organized by the Chemistry Faculty of Moscow State University and the Melnichenko Foundation in cooperation with the Federal University of Minas Gerais. The opening ceremony of the event was attended by representatives of the Embassy of Kazakhstan in Brazil, who warmly welcomed the Kazakh team and wished them success in the upcoming competition.For reference: The International Mendeleev Chemistry Olympiad (IMHO) is a large international competition for highschool students in chemistry. It is a competitions that holds a lot of tradition as it was established in 1967. The Olympics usually take place in late April or early May. This year it was timed to coincide with Brazil's BRICS presidency. The Mendeleev Olympiad is the most difficult competition in chemistry and is named after the great chemist Dmitry Mendeleev, who invented the periodic table.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/991047?lang=kk

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Buenos Aires, May 6, 2025 – During a working visit to the Argentine Republic, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Brazil and concurrently to Argentina, Bolat Nussupov, met with the newly appointed Deputy Foreign Minister of Argentina, Eduardo Bustamante, and the Political Director, Ambassador Betina Pasquali de Fonseca.On behalf of the leadership of Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ambassador once again congratulated Eduardo Bustamante on his appointment and wished him success in his new role. In this context, a letter from the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Akan Rakhmetullin, was handed over, conveying congratulations and an invitation to visit Astana for the next round of political consultations.The talks focused on the implementation of agreements reached during the fourth round of political consultations held in Buenos Aires on August 22, 2023, as well as the strengthening of bilateral political and trade-economic cooperation. The parties also discussed aspects of the bilateral meeting held at the Argentine Foreign Ministry on June 5, 2024.In this context, both sides expressed satisfaction with the progress made in implementing the bilateral agenda.In particular, they highlighted the establishment last year of the “Kazakhstan–Argentina” Parliamentary Friendship Group within the Argentine Parliament and the holding of its first joint online session with Kazakh partners on December 18, 2024. They also noted the founding of the Kazakhstan–Argentina Business Council this year, co-chaired by the “Meat Union of Kazakhstan” and the “Argentine National Institute for the Promotion of Beef.”In this regard, the Ambassador invited the leadership of the Argentine Foreign Ministry to attend the signing ceremony of the relevant memorandum between the founding parties and the inaugural meeting of the Business Council, scheduled for May 7 this year in Buenos Aires. The parties also discussed certain aspects of the upcoming fifth round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries, to be held in Astana.Within the framework of multilateral cooperation, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan expressed gratitude to the Argentine side for its support of the resolution on the establishment of the UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-brazil/press/news/details/991019?lang=kk

Astana, May 6, 2025 - Mazhilis - Lower House of Parliament. Yerlan Koshanov, Chairman of Mazhilis met with the National Assembly (Parliament) of Hungary headed by the Chair of the Kazakhstan-Hungary Parliamentary Cooperation Group Sándor Fazekas.Welcoming the Hungarian parliamentarians, Yerlan Koshanov stressed that the peoples of Kazakhstan and Hungary are connected by a strategic partnership. - Kazakhstan highly values the strong ties of cooperation with Hungary, our strategic partner in the European Union. Our brotherly countries are united by the common values of independence, peace and national culture. Our common historical heritage continues to inspire us to fruitful dialog and multifaceted interaction. The trusting relationship between our leaders is a guarantee of this. It is symbolic that the first state visit of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Budapest in November 2024 was held in the year of the 10th anniversary of our strategic partnership, - said the Speaker of the Mazhilis.Yerlan Koshanov emphasized that the Mazhilis attaches great importance to the development of inter-parliamentary relations with the State Assembly of Hungary. During last year's visit to Budapest, an Agreement on Cooperation between the parliaments of the two countries was signed, which has become a solid basis for the development of bilateral relations. He also noted the active work of Hungarian deputies within the group on inter-parliamentary cooperation and congratulated Sándor Fazekas on his recent election as chair of the friendship group with Kazakhstan.In turn, Sándor Fazekas conveyed to the Kazakh people the warm greetings of the Hungarian Kipchaks, who, according to him, live in about 50 settlements in Hungary and value their connection with the historical homeland of their ancestors.- Our common roots have a special meaning for us. It is this knowledge, this heritage, that we want to pass on to the next generations. And we greatly appreciate the fact that since 1990 we have been able to reestablish our historical ties and begin to build new relations between our countries and peoples. It is important for the Hungarian Kipchaks and the entire Hungarian people that Kazakhstan has become an independent country and is successfully building a prosperous society, thanks to which we were able to establish strong ties in the field of diplomacy, economy and culture, - said the head of the Hungarian delegation.The Speaker of Mazhilis noted the fruitful interaction of our countries in the Organization of Turkic States and TURKPA, stressed the importance of developing contacts with Hungarian colleagues within the framework of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe and other multilateral structures.At the end of the meeting Yerlan Koshanov on behalf of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev presented Sándor Fazekas with the Order "Dostyk" II degree for strengthening the friendship and cooperation between Kazakhstan and Hungary.Source: https://mazhilis.parlam.kz/ru/multimedia-center/news/16819Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa-budapest/press/news/details/991024?lang=kk