Kazakhstan exports 8-9 million tons of grain annually, of which 6.5-7.5 million tons are wheat. The export geography covers more than 40 countries.The traditional markets are the countries of Central Asia, Afghanistan, China, Turkey, Iran, Italy, and Tunisia. As of the end of November this year, 6.3 million tons of grain were exported. The export of the new crop amounted to 2.37 million tons, which is 52% more than in the same period of 2023.Deliveries to Uzbekistan increased by 42% and amounted to 944 thousand tons, last year this figure was 665 thousand tons, deliveries to Tajikistan increased by 49% from 254 thousand tons in 2023 to 377 thousand tons this year. There is also an increase in exports to China by 17% from 304 thousand tons last year to 355 thousand tons this year, supplies to Afghanistan increased by 71% from 67 thousand tons last year to 115 thousand tons this year, supplies to Iran increased 30 times from 10 thousand tons to 299 thousand tons.It is predicted that this year the export potential will reach 12 million tons. The main markets will be the countries of Central Asia, China, Afghanistan, Italy and others. The issue of grain transportation in volumes up to 2 million tons to countries such as Azerbaijan, Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, North Africa and the EU through the ports of the Black and Baltic Seas is also being worked out.To improve the efficiency of work, an operational grain headquarters has been established, which carries out planning for grain shipments both inside Kazakhstan and for export. There are plans to further expand the geography of exports by implementing projects to create international corridors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/897526

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The best representatives of youth were noted in Akmola region. Today, the regional youth forum "Zhalyndy Akmola Zhastary" was held in the new Palace of students of Abai Myrzakhmetov Kokshetau University. The annual Forum brought together not only young workers from various fields, but also winners of prestigious competitions and professional championships. The main theme of the event was the popularization of the concept of "Adal azamat – Adal enbek – Adal tabys" on the eve of the Year of Working Professions.In his speech, the governor of the region stressed the importance of honest work, civic responsibility and social activity for the younger generation."Each of you is the future of our region. We are ready to support your initiatives, projects and ideas. You are the one who can become the engine of positive changes in society," the governor of the region said.Young employees of enterprises, education and business also expressed their opinion on the ongoing changes in society."The opportunities that our state provides for professional development are huge. I urge you to use all the prospects for further development in the future," Andrey Suleymanov, an energy engineer at NOVOPEK LLP, spoke during the event. The event continued with the awarding of the winners of the competitions of innovative projects "Aqmola Power", environmental ideas and projects "ECO AQMOLA", volunteer projects. Awards were also presented to the nominees of the Tauelsizdik Urpaktary award. At the end, a concert program was organized. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/897376

On December 5 of this year, a regular meeting was held at the site of the Consultative and Advisory Body under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs "Dialogue Platform on the Human Dimension" (CSR DPCHI) on the preparation for the protection in January 2025 of the fourth periodic National report of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the Universal Periodic Review of Human Rights (UPR). At the meeting, representatives of government agencies and civil society discussed an alternative report prepared by a Coalition of non-governmental organizations of Kazakhstan on the issues of ensuring and protecting economic, social and cultural human rights and the right to education. It should be noted that according to the results of the last defense in 2019, Kazakhstan received 245 recommendations from the member states of the UN Human Rights Council, of which 72 recommendations were supported and implemented by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the above-mentioned areas.Under the coordination of the Deputy Director of the NGO "Kazakhstan International Bureau for Human Rights" R. Akylbekova R.M., experts from the NGO Coalition Z. Battalova and I. Mednikova, who were directly involved in the development of this Alternative Report.In total, within the framework of the UPR, a Coalition of NGOs prepared and submitted to the UN HRC eight Alternative Reports, which contain an overall assessment of the situation in the Republic of Kazakhstan on ensuring and protecting human rights and freedoms in accordance with international obligations of the state, as well as an assessment of the implementation of recommendations given to the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the UPR.It is important to emphasize that on the eve of the defense of the National Report at the UN Office in Geneva, all these eight reports, coordinated by the Ministry of Justice, were successfully reviewed at the sites of the National Center for Human Rights, the CSR of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministries of Justice and Culture.Following the meeting, the participants expressed their readiness for further fruitful cooperation in strengthening the protection of universal human rights. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/897371

Mugedekter kunine orai Zhetisu oblysynda tengysh hippotherapy ortalygy ashyldy. Nysan Zharkent kalasyndagi "Merey" balalardy onaltu ortalygynn bazasynda ornalaskan. Munda yerekshe kazhettiligi bar balalardi atka mingizu arkily em zhasalady, - dep habarlaydy Zhetisu oblysy akiminin baspasoz kyzmet.Ortalyktyn ashyluyna oblystyk zhumyspen kamtudy uylestiru zhane aleumettik bagdarlamalar baskarmasy koldau korsetken.– Yerekshe kazhettilikteri bar balanyn duniege kelui – ata-ana ushin ulken zhauapkershilik. Ondai balalardyn kogamny tolykandy mushesi bolyp osuine memleket barlyk mumkindikti jasap keledi. Onaltu ortalyktaryn, tuzetu kabinetterin kyzmeti arkasynda balalar densaulygyn zhaksartuga, paidaly dagdylardi igeruge, kogamga beyimdeluge nakhty mumkindik alyp otyr. Wasps rette Zharkentte ashylgan buhingi hippotherapy ortalygyn da ulesi zor bolady dep senemiz, - dedi oblystyk zhumyspen kamtudy uylestiru zhane aleumettik bagdarlamalar baskarmasy bashysyn orynbasary Sania Duysenbikyzy.Ortalyk directors Gulnaz Kibraevanyn aituynsha, audany 400 sharshy meter bolatyn angarlyk tiptegi jabyk manege sapaly zhylu okshaulagysh materialdardan kiska merzim ishinde turgyzylgan. Bul hippotherapy sabaktaryn kysta da onkizuge mumkindik beredi.- Bizdin "Merey" balalardy onaltu ortalygy 2022 zhyly ashyldy. Munda sodan beri 40 tarbielenushi beyimdeu men onaltudan turakty turde onude. Solardyn torteui kogamga satti beyimdelip, mektepke, balabakshaga baryp zhur. Endi, mina, ortalyktyn em sharalaryna hippotherapy bagyty kosylyp otyr. Balalar hippotherapiyadan em alsa, ayaka turyp, zhurui zhaksarady, arka bulshyk etteri nygaya tusedi, vestibular apparatus zhattyktyrylady. Zhalpa hippotherapy densaulykty zhaksartumen katar odan ary damuyna ulken ykpal etedi, - deidi G. Kibaeva.Adaptivti atpen zhuru sabaktaryn aptasyna ush ret atkizu zhosparlangan. Ol usin ortalyk bashylygy erekshe kazhettiligi bar balalarga komektesuge ykylas bildirgen "Beknur" sharua kozhalygynan "Akboz" zhane "Admiral" atta eki zhylkyny zhalga alyp otyr. Bully zhylkylardy emge paidalanuga meditsinalyk bilimi bar emdik dene shynyktyrudyn tazhiribeli eki nuskaushi komektesedi.Oz kezeginde psychologist men darigerlerdin korytyndysy men usynystary boyynsha balalar em alyp, atka minudi bastaidy. Maselen, tort jasar Madidi ajesi Shakizat Slamzhanova ortalykka bir zharym jasynda alyp kelgen. Bala algashynda ayagyn basyp zhure almagan, ainalasymen karym-katynasy da kiyn bolatyn. Ozge de onaltu sharalarymen katar Madi bugin nuskaushylardyn komegimen algash ret atka otyryp, hippotherapy bastady.Sol siyakty 8 zhasar Madiyardyn anasi Makpal Oskenbayeva da alemge tanymal osy onaltu adisi balalarga komektesetinine senimdi. - Biz hippotherapy ashu ideyasy kolga alynatyny turaly algash ret atken zhyly estidik. Oblys bashylygynyn koldauymen osy igi bastama iske asyrylgan kuanyshtymyz. Mundagy materialdyk-technikalyk zharaktandyru, zamanaui jabdyktar men simulator, emdik dene shynyktyrulary balalarymyzdyn sauguyna, oz-ozine degen senimderin nygaituga ykpal etedi degen umitpen kelip otyrmyz, - dedi M. Oskenbayev.Manezhde montoir, yagni balalardi atka otyrgyzuga arnalgan arnayy baspaldak ornatylyp, kaipsizdik maksatynda zhattygu alanyn kum toselgen. Sonymen katar munda zharyktandyru zhuyesi bar, ata-analar men mamandar percesti syrttan bakylai alatyndai korshaular ornatylgan.Zhalpi buhingi kuni "Merey" ortalygynda tyrek-kimyl devices zak'imdangan, Down syndromes zhane baska da aurulary bar 3 zhastan 18 jaska deyingi balalarga 56 bilikti maman, solardyn ishinde teacher-tarbieshi, adisker, dariger-neurologist, educational psychologist, speech therapist , psychiatrist, defectologist, orthopedist, massage therapist, emdik dene shynyktyru zhane zhuzu nuskaushylary, dene shynyktyru okytushysy, sonday-ak orta meditsinalyk kyzmetkerler kyzmet korsetedi. Tarbielenushilerge yngaily bolu ush'in balalardy kauipsiz tasymaldauga beyimdelgen eki "Virage" Gazelle bar. Zhetisu oblysy akiminin baspasoz kyzmeti. Fotosuretterdi tusirgen: Nurbol Kanagat.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/897353

Akim of the region Abai Nurlan Urankhayev, together with deputies and heads of Departments of Education, Physical Culture and Sports, visited the building of the former Zaman college. The facility has great potential for the development of education, innovation and sports, but currently requires major repairs.The building, which houses the regional Department of Physical Culture and Sports, houses three buildings built in 1972, 1983 and 1985.Special attention should be paid to the fact that since 2022, the KSU "Medical and Physical Education Dispensary" has been operating here. The company is a specialized medical and preventive institution designed to provide medical supervision over persons engaged in physical education and sports. There are also opportunities for athletes to undergo rehabilitation. At the moment, athletes from 19 sports schools in the region are under the supervision of the dispensary.After examining the building, the head of the region stressed the need to use the facility for the development of sports, science and technology in the region."It is obvious that the building has not been repaired for many years. If the necessary work is carried out, it will be able to serve people for many more years. We can upgrade the gym and create conditions for our children to play sports. And it is possible to open a modern industrial technopark on the basis of the former production workshop. By combining the efforts of several educational institutions of the city, it is possible to form a center for creative and advanced ideas," the governor of the region noted.The Mayor instructed the deputies and heads of departments to prepare design and estimate documentation for the modernization of the building.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/897364

On November 29, 2024, as part of the international campaign "16 days of active action against violence", a round table was held on the issues of ensuring the safety of women and children.The event was organized by the National Commission on Women's Affairs and Family and Demographic Policy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan with the technical support of the UN Women Structure.The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Justice Botagoz Zhakselekova, who noted in her speech that the protection of the rights of women and children is a key component of state policy in the field of human rights."Kazakhstan is making significant efforts to eliminate all forms of violence and create a safe environment for vulnerable groups of the population. The adopted legislative reforms and government measures are aimed at promoting equality, strengthening legal guarantees and preventing violence," Botagoz Zhakselekova stressed.Among the key achievements, the Vice Minister highlighted:- The adoption of the Law on the Protection of the Rights of Women and Children, which criminalizes domestic violence and strengthens measures to prevent bullying;- Development and implementation of national human rights action plans aimed at ensuring equal opportunities for women;- Creation of specialized units in the internal affairs bodies to combat domestic violence.The participants of the round table discussed mechanisms of legal support, interaction of state bodies with civil society and international organizations, and outlined further steps to ensure security and equality."The Ministry of Justice continues to coordinate human rights initiatives, paying special attention to the protection of the rights of women and children. Our efforts are aimed at strengthening the legal culture and forming a society free from violence," the Vice Minister concluded.The round table has become an important platform for consolidating the efforts of the State and society in the fight against violence.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/897347

On December 5 and 6, the XII International Forum "Anti-Counterfeit" is being held in the capital at the site of the Astana International Financial Center, which brought together more than 500 representatives of government, business, science and the media. This year, delegates from the member countries of the Eurasian Economic Union, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Nigeria and Switzerland are taking part in the forum. The forum was organized by the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Eurasian Economic Commission and the International Association "Anti-Counterfeit".During the forum, participants will raise key issues of copyright, intellectual property, digital labeling and traceability of goods, increasing control over online trade, problems of illicit trafficking in tobacco and alcohol products, pharmaceutical counterfeiting, standardization, trademark rights, the role of geographical indications in brand promotion, as well as media involvement in countering counterfeiting and counterfeiting.The Forum opens a plenary session on the topic: "Security space: the future of the EAEU without counterfeiting and falsification", which is attended by representatives of government agencies and international organizations.The forum sessions will bring together experts from ministries, departments, businesses, associations of copyright holders and consumers, as well as representatives of professional communities and the media. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/897349

On December 5, 2024, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of the Bar of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held at the Ministry of Justice.In his speech, Minister of Justice Azamat Eskarayev stressed the importance of the role of lawyers in ensuring the rule of law, noted that the bar plays a key role in protecting the rights and freedoms of citizens, as well as in strengthening public confidence in the country's legal system.As part of the solemn program, by Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated December 4, 2024 No. 725, 5 lawyers were awarded state awards - medals "Eren enbegi usin", a number of lawyers were awarded departmental awards of justice bodies and letters of thanks for outstanding results in their professional activities, for a significant contribution to improving the system of advocacy, improving the quality of legal assistance and development human rights work.The event was attended by the Republican Bar Association, members of the bar community, deputies of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and employees of the structural divisions of the Ministry.The event became an important platform for summarizing the work of the Kazakh bar.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/897350

In honor of the International Human Rights Day, the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a Republican essay contest among students of grades 8-11 on the topic "Why do you need to know your rights?" from November 8 to November 29, 2024.747 students took part in the competition. Out of the specified number of works, after checking for compliance with the requirements of the Regulations on the Republican Competition and checking for originality through the Anti-Plagiarism system, 29 works were selected. Out of the specified number of works, 3 works with the highest scores were determined by the decision of the Commission on summing up the results of the republican essay contest on the topic "Why do you need to know your rights?".Thus, the winners of the competition are recognized: I-place: Zaidinova Symbat;II place: Rustanbek Islam;III place: Vadim Krasnikov.Congratulations to all the winners, as well as their parents and teachers!The winners will be rewarded with diplomas and memorable prizes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/897366

Within the framework of the festival of national traditions "Sybaga", a gastronomic exhibition of national dishes "Bereke" was held in the restaurant "Sarkyt" with the participation of representatives of Aktobe city and districts.The purpose of the event is to popularize national dishes, get acquainted with the gastronomic traditions of the country, preserve cultural heritage, teach young people traditional recipes and culinary skills, increase their interest, as well as strengthen spiritual and cultural ties between the regions.A special area was allocated to each district to demonstrate traditional dishes.At the stand from the Shalkar district, special attention was drawn to the composition called "Shalkar combo", which includes natural meat products: horse meat kazy, three types of sausage, smoked chicken, as well as local containers-talkan and koumiss, packed in a special box. The finished product in vacuum packaging is presented to the market by a resident of the city of Shalkar, a private entrepreneur Aibek Sagynaev. The products under the Shalkara brand, suitable for gifts, aroused great interest among visitors.The chefs of the restaurant "Sarkyt" also presented their culinary achievements. The special attention of the guests was attracted by the technology of cooking a hot dish "Burme karyn" (baked stomach). The meat, sealed in the stomach, wrapped in clay, was cooked by cooks over a fire from saxaul.The volunteers demonstrated the process of stripping containers in a mortar, grinding grain and showed how a local branded product is made. Representatives of the Temir district on the big screen told about a unique dish – "orme tostik" (braided brisket).The Mugaljarians approached the exhibition with special preparation. The guests were explained in detail the process of storing yellow oil in the stomach, cutting meat, cooking such forgotten national dishes as kuyrdak, asin (a dish of minced meat and rice).Following the results of the exhibition, all districts were awarded in various categories, such as "Best traditional drink", "Best Regional recipe", "Best District".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/897307

Vice Minister of Agriculture Yermek Kenzhehanuly met with Stanlake Samkange, Director of the Multilateral and Programmatic Country Partnership of the United Nations World Food Program.During the meeting, issues of cooperation with the international humanitarian organization were discussed."Compliance with agricultural technologies, as well as favorable weather conditions, made it possible to harvest 26.6 million tons of grain crops. This is a record harvest in the last 10 years. Increasing yields and productivity helps to reduce costs and production costs, which allows us to offer a competitive price for grain on the world market. Under such conditions, Kazakhstan has great potential and is ready to become a global supplier of food. In this regard, I think we have many points of contact with the UN WFP," Yermek Kenzhehanuly stressed.The Vice Minister noted that the work on increasing the supply companies of both food and non-food products for WFP continues. Over the past years, more than 10 companies in Kazakhstan have successfully cooperated with the organization in the supply of their products for humanitarian needs.Following the meeting, Yermek Kenzhehanuly suggested that WFP organize trainings for Kazakhstani companies on learning the rules of participation in WFP tenders.The parties agreed to continue further cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/897295

In Astana, the laying of the first 500 meters of the rail track has been completed on the section of the LRT overpass between stations No. 116 and No. 117. This test stage will allow us to study the impact of winter weather conditions on the condition of the upper structure of the light rail track, the official website of the Mayor's Office of the city reports with reference to CTS.The rail track includes a reinforcing frame, sleepers, rails and fasteners. The total length of the overpass is 22.4 km, and a double track will be laid along its entire length, which will ensure the passage of trains, convenience of their maintenance and repair work.The laying of the path is carried out using modern technologies.The standard track width of 1,435 mm ensures compatibility with international standards.Seamless rail laying reduces noise from train wheels and minimizes vibrations.Prestressed sleepers are protected from cracking, resistant to frost and thawing.With the onset of the warm season next year, the active laying of rails along the entire length of the overpass will begin. In winter, the necessary materials are being prepared.The completion of the laying of rails on the overpass is scheduled for 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/897060

In 2025, large–scale planting of three-tiered landscaping will begin on the territory of Almaty, where the first tier will consist of a lawn and flower beds, the second tier will consist of shrubs and ornamental plants, and the third will consist of large-sized trees.The relevant draft budget for 2025-2027 is planned to be considered at the upcoming session of the Maslikhat of Almaty. This was reported by the press service of the city Maslikhat.In total, it is planned to plant about 17 thousand large-sized trees, of which 15 thousand will be more than 4 meters high, and 2 thousand - more than 6 meters.Planting will be carried out on public lands: along main streets, in parks, squares, boulevards and other public spaces. This approach will make it possible to create shade and green areas in the shortest possible time, which is especially important for densely populated areas of the city.The project provides for the use of modern methods of planting and caring for trees. Within two years after planting, systematic care of the plantings will be organized, including drip irrigation and installation of automatic irrigation systems, as well as fertilizing trees and shrubs with mineral fertilizers adapted to local conditions, which will accelerate their survival.Landscaping is aimed at improving the environmental situation and improving the quality of the urban environment. Planting large-sized trees will reduce the time for the formation of a full-fledged green infrastructure and create comfortable conditions for residents.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/897127

In 2025, Almaty plans to allocate 10.6 billion tenge for environmental projects, which is aimed at improving the quality of life of citizens and developing a comfortable urban environment. The relevant draft budget for 2025-2027 is planned to be considered at the upcoming session of the Maslikhat of Almaty. This was reported by the press service of the city Maslikhat.Among the main directions are the greening of the city, improvement of infrastructure for the collection of solid household waste and landscaping of natural objects.The greening project of the city includes the continuation of the planting of trees and shrubs, as well as the improvement of parks and green areas. This year, 170 thousand seedlings are planned to be planted in Almaty at the expense of budgetary funds, of which more than 110 thousand have already been planted since the beginning of the autumn planting season. This will help to increase the area of green spaces per citizen from 12.5 to 12.8 sq. m.In addition, the solid waste collection system will continue to be updated in 2025. More than 2 thousand deep-type container platforms will be built in the city, which will improve the sanitary condition of the city. In addition, a project is being developed for a new landfill for solid waste disposal in the Ili district, which will help effectively solve waste disposal issues in the future.Projects for the reconstruction of riverbeds such as Ulken Almaty and Kargaly, as well as the improvement of the Sairan reservoir, are aimed at restoring natural ecosystems and creating new environmentally friendly recreation areas for citizens.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/897129

As part of comprehensive measures to improve the sanitary condition and aesthetics of Almaty in 2025, it is planned to build 581 new container sites and install 1,683 containers of the buried type.The relevant draft budget for 2025-2027 is planned to be considered at the upcoming session of the Maslikhat of Almaty. This was reported by the press service of the city Maslikhat.Modern containers will help to optimize the use of space, reduce the occupied area, prevent the appearance of unpleasant odors and provide reliable protection from birds and stray animals. Today, 786 such containers have already been installed in the city, which is an important step in creating a cleaner and more comfortable urban space for residents.In addition, in 2024, 1800 plastic euro containers with a volume of 1 m3 were purchased in Almaty for the collection of solid household waste. These containers will be transferred to garbage collection organizations, which will improve waste disposal processes.Recall that in 2012, 197 deep-type container sites were built in Almaty and 1,001 containers were installed. However, over 10 years of operation in an aggressive environment, these containers have undergone significant corrosion. For further operation of containers in Almaty, new products are purchased from a domestic manufacturer, which uses primary food-grade environmentally friendly polyethylene of high quality.These materials comply with international standards, and the production technology allows us to produce containers with a uniform thickness throughout the product, without seams and internal stresses, which significantly increases the reliability, strength and durability of containers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/897138

In 2025, Almaty plans to implement a project to improve the Bauma grove, which is one of the main natural sites of the city. The area of the grove is 137.7 hectares, it is located in the Turksib district between Seifullin and Suyunbai Avenues. The relevant draft budget for 2025-2027 is planned to be considered at the upcoming session of the Maslikhat of Almaty. This was reported by the press service of the city Maslikhat. The purpose of the project is the revival of the grove as an ecologically significant territory, popularization of eco-awareness among residents. The peculiarity of the approach is the minimal interference with the natural component of the grove. Small architectural forms will appear on the territory: benches, gazebos, urns, as well as equipment for children's games and sports. During landscaping, the natural relief and soil cover will be preserved in order to avoid erosion and minimize the amount of excavation work. The Baum Grove will be divided into three zones:• The active zone will be located around the perimeter of the grove to provide access to the infrastructure for outdoor activities.• The recreation area will become a place for a relaxing holiday with minimal infrastructure.• The ecozone will be designed for the conservation and restoration of natural flora and fauna with limited intervention. The whole project is based on three key principles: restoration, eco-zoning and safety. The implementation of landscaping is aimed at making the grove a modern, environmentally friendly and comfortable recreation area for citizens.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/897147

Deputy Akim of Almaty Beibut Shakhanov checked the work of public utilities in cleaning streets and courtyards in preparation for the winter season.During the detour, comprehensive cleaning works were inspected on main streets, in courtyards, as well as on the territories of commercial facilities.As a result, 7 commercial organizations for improper cleaning: two Degirmen cafes, Starbucks, Sultan Cafe, Bay and Nanduk, Kimex store, responsible for cleaning the territory around their buildings, were fined 140 MCI, totaling 516,880 tenge.In addition, an administrative protocol was drawn up against the contractor with a fine of 20 MCI for an untidy yard in the Medeu district.It is worth noting that within the framework of the Cleanliness Week, employees of the State Enterprise "Almaty Tazalyk" are working in an enhanced mode, preparing the city for the winter period. In particular, the collection and removal of fallen leaves and debris, cleaning of irrigation ditches, as well as landscaping of courtyards are being completed.Sanitary cleaning covers 2,318 streets with a total area of 25.1 million square meters. m and a length of 2,777 km. 841 units of equipment and 1,400 road workers will be involved in the effective performance of work for the winter period. In addition, the fleet of the State Enterprise "Almaty Tazalyk" was replenished with 32 new modern cars.Recall that since this year, Almaty entrepreneurs have been issued landscaping passports. According to the document, they must keep order in their territories within the framework of the Taza Kazakhstan program. The landscaping passport specifies the requirements for landscaping and sanitary cleaning, provision of urns and maintenance of small architectural forms. In case of violations of the requirements, entrepreneurs are administratively liable in accordance with Article 505 of the Code of Administrative Offences of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/897160

Today, the volunteer movement is actively developing and plays a significant role in various spheres of public life. A solemn ceremony of awarding the winners of the International Volunteer of the Year Award and the Marathon of Good Deeds project took place in Astana today as part of the International Volunteer Day. Maksat Dauletyarov, Head of the Emergency Response Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, presented awards to the best 8 volunteers of the country in the nominations "for active participation in emergency response", "for active participation in the search for missing people" and "for active participation in helping victims of offenses". "To date, the Ministry of Emergency Situations has organized cooperation with 150 volunteer organizations, where there are over 66.5 thousand volunteers. This year, over 1,000 volunteers have been involved in search and rescue operations. During the flood period, more than 50 thousand volunteers and volunteers participated in the liquidation of the consequences of emergency situations, the collection and distribution of humanitarian aid. In order to clarify the basic rules of behavior during the bathing period, over 26.8 thousand volunteers were involved in campaigning among the population," Maksat Dauletyarov said. During the gathering seminar "Kazkutkaru-2024", the II-th Republican Forum of volunteers in the field of emergency response to natural and man-made disasters was held. The forum was attended by over 20 representatives of volunteer organizations from all regions of the country. During the forum, the specifics of conducting search and rescue operations in mountainous areas, first aid to emergency victims, rescue on water and much more were studied. As part of the pilot project, a mobile group of volunteers in the field of emergency prevention and response has been created in Kostanay region. 1.5 thousand volunteers have been trained in the Departments of Emergency Situations in the category of "Heads and coordinators of volunteer organizations (groups)". Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/897137

A ceremony of awarding certificates to participants of the "Visit Astana" and "Quality Mark" partner program was held in Astana, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.54 new partners of the program received certificates, including:- 41 public catering facilities,- 12 hotels,- 1 tour operator.Currently, the total number of participants in the "Visit Astana" program has reached 114 partners, which indicates the growing interest of the tourism business in the development and implementation of high quality standards.Chairman of the Management Board of JSC NC Kazakh Tourism Kairat Saduakasov and Deputy Head of the Department for Investment and Business Development of Astana Maksat Zhanabayev delivered a welcoming speech at the event. In their speeches, they noted the importance of the program to strengthen the image of the capital as a modern tourist center and thanked all participants for their contribution to the development of the industry.The "Visit Astana" partner program, implemented by Astana Development Center LLP, is a unique initiative aimed at improving the quality of tourist services in the capital. It covers the main areas of the tourism industry: the hotel and restaurant business, the activities of tour operators and tourist attractions. The purpose of the program is to prepare Astana for the reception of international guests and strengthen its status as a leading tourist destination.The "Visit Astana" program is based on the best world practices:- Infrastructure 5A program in China,- A sign of the quality of tourism in Spain,- The standardization system in Switzerland, etc.An important stage was the recognition of the "Visit Astana" partner program by the "Quality Mark" program implemented by JSC NC Kazakh Tourism throughout the republic. This cooperation confirms the high level of standards of both initiatives and their commitment to improving Kazakhstan's tourism infrastructure.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/897020