This year has been declared the Year of Working Professions in our country. In order to implement the presidential order, a new project “Kadam Life” has been launched in Aktobe, aimed at the professional orientation of students from city and regional schools.The main goal of the project is to introduce working professions, develop practical skills, and help them find the right decision when choosing a profession.Under the project, college teachers will conduct demonstration classes in schools on various specialties. Students will get acquainted with the equipment and educational materials used in colleges, as well as participate in master classes and meetings held by experienced specialists in various fields.To ensure the effectiveness of the program, a preliminary survey will be conducted among students. This will allow the organizers to understand the interests and needs of students, adapt the content of the lessons to their needs.According to Dina Zhamanbayeva, Deputy Director of the Education Department of Aktobe region, the “Kadam Life” project will help schoolchildren become interested in working professions, master practical skills, and establish contacts between schools and colleges. The project covers 250 schools and about 10 thousand students in 93 specialties, 137 qualifications. In addition, it is planned to hold vocational orientation events in remote villages of the region.Today, teachers of the Higher Polytechnic College in our city held a vocational orientation event for students of school-lyceum No. 39. The college mainly gives priority to training in technical specialties, so students were shown the process of using various technical equipment. Students received answers to their questions and learned about the conditions for admission.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/936405

Ramil Kamalov, Chairman of the Fire Service Committee of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, visited the fire departments of the city of Kokshetau during a working trip to the Akmola region. During the visit, he got acquainted with the state of the material and technical base, as well as the state of fire and rescue services. Special attention was paid to equipping fire departments with equipment. In particular, at the 2nd MDSB, he was shown a unique PNS-500 unit mounted on a KAMAZ chassis. This unit is designed to work effectively in conditions of fire and flood, and provides water pumping up to 500 liters per second. Ramil Kamalov highly appreciated this step, noting that such equipment can serve as an example for other departments. During the visit, Kamalov visited fire departments No. 1 and No. 10 and got acquainted with the technical equipment and working conditions of the personnel. It is important to note that the department pays much attention to improving housing and living conditions for employees, as Bakytzhan Alashov, Head of the Emergency Situations Department of the Akmola region, told about this. He also shared plans to optimize the deployment of services to increase work efficiency. In addition, the Chairman of the Committee visited the Planning and Operational Management Center and the Emergency Situations Department to discuss future work areas and opportunities for improving operational interaction and rescue services in the region. Ramil Kamalov noted the importance of continuing work to improve the material and technical base and improve conditions for employees, noting that this will significantly contribute to increasing the efficiency of the work of firefighters and rescuers. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/936250

The Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan is conducting fire prevention work on an ongoing basis. This work is carried out throughout the year, and during the heating season, the vector of this work is directed to the housing sector. More than 100 thousand houses of socially vulnerable groups of the population, which are inspected for fire safety before the start of the heating season and are re-examined during regular yard inspections, are under special control. The identified non-compliance with fire safety requirements is necessarily communicated to the population. The main violations identified during the inspection are violations of the rules for the installation and operation of furnace equipment and electrical networks and devices: cracks in furnaces and chimneys, lack of a metal layer in front of the furnace, lack of fire barriers from combustible structures, overloading of electrical networks, damage to the insulation of electrical wires, etc. Eliminating these violations often does not require large expenditures. In cooperation with local executive bodies and volunteers, more than 32 thousand odorous gas, natural gas and smoke detectors have been installed in the homes of socially vulnerable groups of the population (since June 2024). Despite the measures taken everywhere, 760 fires were registered in the country in January, 580 of which were due to violations of requirements during the installation and operation of stoves and electrical systems. The Ministry of Emergency Situations reminds that everyone can make their home safer! To do this, you need to follow simple safety rules:- use only working stoves and electrical appliances;- prevent stoves from overheating and overloading electrical networks;- clean the chimney from soot in a timely manner;- regularly check the stove and electrical appliances for malfunctions;- do not let children light the stove;- keep matches and lighters out of the reach of children. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/936355

The annual winter census was attended by representatives of the Zhetysu Regional Forestry and Wildlife Territorial Inspectorate, the Okhotzooprom State Enterprise, the Institute of Zoology, and the Association for the Conservation of Biodiversity in Kazakhstan. The work was carried out on a clear, windless day by seven teams of twenty enumerators.As a result of two days of work, it was determined that about 5.5 thousand gazelles and about 190 argali live in the territory of the national park. And the number of kulans in Altyn-Emel amounted to 3.6 heads. It should be noted that this is the largest kulan population in Kazakhstan. The steady growth of the number of ungulates allows the animals to be reintroduced to other historical habitats.For example, last year, 87 animals were released to the "Altyn Dala", "Ile-Balkhash" reserves and the "Sozak" forest reserve.Let us recall that the main goal of the event is to inventory the population of argali, kulan and gazelle, which are included in the Red Book of our country.Source: Official website of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan A wild animal census was held in the Altyn-Emel National ParkSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/936184

Akim of Ust-Kamenogorsk Almat Akishov congratulated home front worker Anna Vasilyevna Andreeva on her 100th birthday.  The mayor of the city expressed gratitude to the anniversary for her invaluable contribution to the development and strengthening of the historical foundations of our country. Anna Vasilyevna was born on February 10, 1925 in the village of Chadyrka, Altai Krai. She spent her childhood and youth in the village of Pospelikha, Zhanaosibirsk Oblast. She began her career at the age of 17, working as a security guard at a tractor factory.   Her life is closely connected with the history of our country. Her husband went to the front during World War II and returned safely. However, he passed away in 1992. Since 1960, the family has lived in the city of Serebryansk. She worked as a floor cleaner and raised three children. On June 15, 1973, she was awarded the title of "Communist Hero of Labor".  Anna Vasilyevna has lived in Ust-Kamenogorsk since 1998. Today she is raising her children and grandchildren.  Press service of the East Kazakhstan region akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/936196

“It is necessary to consistently increase the legal literacy of the population and instill human values ​​in the consciousness of society. Every citizen must be legally accountable for his words and actions,” - President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.As part of the implementation of the instructions of the Head of State, the Ministry of Justice is constantly carrying out explanatory work to increase the legal literacy of the population.For example, in 2024, the campaigns “People's Lawyer”, “Justice Advises”, “Open Day”, “Days of Free Legal Aid” were launched. Last year, 1,310 consultative and explanatory events were held in all regions of the republic, covering a total of more than 100,000 people.In order to increase the legal literacy of residents of rural settlements, about 2,000 “Law Offices” were opened, which operate in the buildings of district and rural clubs, recreation centers, etc. on the basis of “Egov” corners. The offices are fully equipped with access to the "Adilet" ADL, "Zan" DB for familiarization with current regulatory legal acts, as well as access to information systems (e-otinish, "Open NKA" portal, etc.)."Each digital reform is a step towards more accessible justice, especially for people in remote regions where access to legal aid is limited.", - President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.A unified information system for legal aid "E-ZanKomegi" has been launched through the website Эup.kz., designed to provide and receive legal services online, and the "Zan Komegi" mobile application is also available, through which citizens can get answers to legal questions of interest to them via video call. More than 472 thousand citizens received qualified legal assistance through more than 2,000 lawyers and legal advisors in the “Zan Komegi” system.In addition, the unified notarial information system “E-notariat” operates, which allows issuing all types of powers of attorney and marital agreements, except for powers of attorney related to property management, online via video call. This service was used by 176 thousand citizens.In addition, in order to prevent illegal actions, biometric identification of clients is used, a QR-signature service is used when signing applications, and the results of the service are available 24/7 in the EgovMobile “Digital Documents” service. Thus, through this service, citizens of Kazakhstan were able to legally formalize about 168 thousand powers of attorney and 67.5 thousand marital agreements without visiting a notary.Another important achievement is the introduction of the “Board of Justice Robot”. For example, in the event of untimely payment of administrative fines up to 20 MCI, the authorized body transfers the information to the Robot bailiff, which initiates the proceedings without the participation of a private bailiff. After the case is initiated, citizens will receive an SMS message and a push notification from 1414 on EGov Mobile with detailed information about the case, thereby exempting citizens from paying an additional 25% of the fine and visiting the bailiff, since all actions are carried out online.Since the launch of the digital bailiff, more than 109 thousand enforcement cases have been initiated for the amount of 2.2 billion tenge. The amount saved in favor of citizens amounted to 550 million tenge.In 2025, it is planned to improve the work of justice bodies in order to make people's lives easier and more convenient in the digital era, as well as save time and money. Key changes:In 2025, it is planned to train more than 300 thousand citizens in legal literacy;JI - "Aiteke" assistant - a chat bot designed to provide simple legal advice and help collect documents.The competence of the robot bailiff will be expanded, and the limit on the amount of debt it can handle will increase from 20 to 40 AEC, which will allow citizens to save up to 12.2 billion tenge per year.These tools are distinguished by their simplicity, speed and accessibility, allowing them to be used at any time of the day.The measures taken will increase the legal literacy of citizens and help them better understand their rights and obligations. As a result of work on simplifying the provision of services, Kazakhstanis will save time and money, increase the accessibility and convenience of receiving these services, and eliminate administrative barriers, making the process more transparent and efficient.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/936202

The district akimat held a meeting on measures to stabilize prices for socially significant food products.The district akim Renat Kurmambayev announced that a number of measures will be implemented to regulate and stabilize prices for basic socially significant food products.In particular, it is planned to organize direct deliveries of potatoes from rural districts. Agricultural fairs will be held every week at reduced prices. Social shops have also been opened in Altai.The deputies noted the need to strengthen the work of monitoring groups by involving fiscal and law enforcement agencies to maintain the cost of goods.The results of state control over compliance with the requirements for the sale of socially significant food products were also announced at the meeting.Press service of the Akim of the East Kazakhstan RegionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/936206

A.j. On February 10, an online meeting of the working groups of the regional, city and district anti-terrorism commissions of the East Kazakhstan region was held as part of a discussion of the experience gained during the study of anti-terrorism protection (hereinafter referred to as TTP) of terrorist-vulnerable facilities (hereinafter referred to as TTP).During the event:- Characteristics of the main differences in the profile instructions for TTP facilities approved at the level of central state bodies;- Requirements for notification, video surveillance, signaling, access control and management systems, anti-terrorism protection passport, planning financing for equipping TTP facilities with engineering and technical equipment;- Signs of an improvised and standard explosive device and an algorithm of actions in case of detection;- Practical recommendations for checking theoretical and practical lessons with personnel conducting management of TTP facilities;- Removal from the list of TTP facilities that do not meet the criteria approved by the Resolution of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 234 dated April 12, 2021 Information was provided on the procedure for preparing an analytical report, justifying the proposals for the removal.The participants of the meeting received answers to a number of topical questions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/936211

The meeting of the regional administration chaired by the regional governor Askhat Shakharov considered the issues of rational use of irrigated lands and the return of unused agricultural lands.As Nurbol Yerzhanov, head of the Aktobe regional land relations department, said, this year it is planned to return 160 thousand hectares of unused agricultural lands to state ownership. Last year, 219,063 thousand hectares of land were returned. At the expense of this, it is planned to expand the volume of pasture lands in the region. Currently, due to the increase in livestock, the shortage of pasture lands in populated areas is 97.0 thousand hectares.In addition, work has been undertaken to return lands located within a 100-meter border strip to state ownership. Negotiations are underway with economic entities to voluntarily transfer plots in Aiteke Bi, Kobda, Khromtau and a number of other districts.It should be noted that land plots will be provided through a competition. For example, in 2024, 376 plots with a total area of ​​​​467.7 thousand hectares were allocated through public procurement, including plots for agricultural and commercial purposes. The budget received 161.1 million tenge.In addition, 3 million 903.1 hectares of land are being restored in the region within the framework of 125 restoration projects. In accordance with the Roadmap for Improving Soil Fertility, this year it is planned to conduct geobotanical studies on 7 thousand hectares in Martok and Kobda districts.Askhat Shakharov noted that akims of districts and the regional center are responsible for the rational use of irrigated lands.“The land issue is very important and responsible. Entrepreneurs and agricultural producers must clearly understand that the process of acquiring land plots is regulated by a specific procedure. We cannot give land without a specific purpose, for this there are competitions and auctions. "District akims should conduct explanatory work on this issue in local areas, that is, residents should be informed about where and what competitions are held, as well as how land plots are allocated. For us, it is important, first of all, to focus on the efficient use of land for growing vegetables, fodder and providing pasture for livestock. In addition, it is necessary to continue work on restoring the land and returning it to the state reserve. There is land, but our task is to use it for its intended purpose, observing all the established norms and procedures," the akim noted during the meeting.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/936098

New amendments to the country's tax legislation were proposed at a government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin said that it is proposed to increase the VAT rate from 12% to 16% with differentiation by sector, reform special tax regimes, and reduce the threshold for mandatory VAT registration from 80 million tenge to 15 million tenge. A 10% reduced rate is also proposed for the healthcare sector. Legal entities producing agricultural goods used to pay 30% of the VAT due to the budget. Now they will not pay it.From today, six working groups will begin their work to discuss the Government's initiatives with the business community in the regions. Currently, the groups are traveling to the regions and holding meetings with businesses in local areas. Amendments to the draft of the new Tax Code are planned to be submitted to the Majilis by February 20 of this year. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/935853

In September 2024, a commission inspected the city's flood-prone areas, and recommendations were made to district akims for 18 areas to take the necessary measures, including cleaning and laying canals, installing a drainage system, etc. This was announced by Kuanysh Toksarin, head of the Emergency Situations Prevention Department of the city's Emergency Situations Department, at a briefing held at the capital's Communications Service, the official website of the capital's akimat reports."The month of anti-flood measures began in January, 51 raids were carried out in potentially dangerous areas, including explanatory work with residents of the housing sector and the distribution of propaganda materials.Today, utilities have removed more than 5.5 million cubic meters of snow from the city's territory, more than 16.4 thousand meters of ditch-trough networks, 10,522 meters of collectors, and 573 rain-receiving wells have been cleaned," said Kuanysh Toksarin.According to the speaker, in order to respond to flood phenomena in a timely manner, a general group of civil protection services was formed, consisting of 581 personnel, 505 units of equipment, and 131 motor pumps.Emergency situations The Department of Transportation reminds residents and visitors of the capital to take precautions when the heavy snow melts. The department recommends immediately clearing the area around the house of snow and moving it to the roadside.In the event of a flood, you should immediately contact the city monitoring and emergency response center 109 iKomek or the rescue service 112.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/935896

Employees of the Housing and Housing Inspection Department of Astana visited the city's districts as part of the "Clean Kazakhstan" campaign and met with the chairmen of the MIB, the official website of the capital's akimat reports. During the inspection, current issues were discussed, such as timely snow removal, cleaning of adjacent territories, compliance with sanitary standards, as well as monitoring the condition of gas holders and gas supply networks in yards. “We will continue to educate residents that everyone is responsible for the cleanliness around their home,” said the deputy head of the department, Erkebulan Malik. He emphasized that video surveillance cameras will help identify violators of sanitary standards. “There are cameras everywhere and it is monitored. There is responsibility for violation of the order,” he added. According to the department, city residents are adapting to new requirements, and cleanliness is becoming an important part of their daily lives. More and more people adhere to established norms and laws. The “Clean Kazakhstan” campaign contributes to creating a clean and safe urban environment. Continuing explanatory work with the capital's residents remains the most important task. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/935882

In 2024, the Internal Audit Department of the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation conducted inspections at 18 enterprises. Let us recall that last year, on the instructions of Minister Nurzhan Nurzhigitov, an inspection of the branches of "Kazsuchar" began. These works were aimed at combating the "shadow" water market.According to the results of the inspection, more than 30 individuals and legal entities were brought to administrative responsibility, and several officials were brought to disciplinary responsibility.For example, during the inspection of the branch of "Kazsuchar" in Zhambyl region, about 10 facts of illegal use of water resources and violations of the law were revealed when concluding contracts for the supply of irrigation water with farmers. According to the results of the audit, the head of the institution and the head of the Asa production zone were dismissed. In addition, the deputy director of the branch and the heads of the Korday, Baizak, and Merki production zones were brought to disciplinary responsibility in the form of strict reprimands.In addition, it was revealed that previously dismissed employees of the Alatau branch of the Kazsuchar enterprise were involved in fraudulent acts."During the audit, it was revealed that the current legislation needs to be further improved to improve the quality of providing citizens with drinking and irrigation water. Materials on all violations were sent to law enforcement agencies. Also, recommendations and instructions were given to the competent structures and departments of the ministry," said Galymzhan Moldash, Director of the Internal Audit Department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/935979

The republican festival "City of Working Professions" has started at the EXPO International Exhibition Center in Astana. Representatives of educational institutions that train water specialists in the country and companies working in the water sector are participating in the event.As part of the festival, future applicants will be able to receive detailed information about working professions in the water sector and educational institutions that interest them. Master classes, panel discussions and a job fair will also be held. In addition, festival guests will get acquainted with new developments in the field of water resource conservation and management, as well as projects being implemented in Kazakhstan.Let us recall that the Head of State declared 2025 the "Year of Working Professions", and measures are being implemented in our country to increase the attractiveness and prestige of working professions.Today, about 10 thousand specialists work in the water sector of Kazakhstan. 10 higher educational institutions and 8 vocational colleges train personnel in the field of water management and irrigation. In the 2024-2025 academic year, 523 applicants received grants in water specialties.“In addition to attracting young people to the water sector of our country, it is also important to improve the skills of existing specialists. Last year, more than 500 representatives of the water sector underwent advanced training courses in specialized centers. This is 12% more than the initial plan. This year, about a thousand specialists will improve their skills, 105 of whom will study in China,” said Nurzhan Nurzhigitov, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation.It should be noted that the “City of Working Professions” festival will continue until February 15.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/935981

The fair was organized by the regional Department of Employment Coordination and Social Programs on the occasion of the "Year of Working Professions", the Regional Communications Service reports. 50 organizations in the region participated in the event, offering about 600 vacant jobs. Among them are Atyrau Thermal Power Center JSC, Atyrau-Zharyk JSC, Tengizchevroil LLP, NCOC LLP, Stamgazstroy, Orion Group KZ, KazTurboRemont, AtyrauNefteMash, GPS Investment, Sillen, KPI, Atyrau Oil Refinery, Atyrau Heating Systems, Spetsavtobaza, Schlumberger, Karat, Akzhaiyk Autopark, Atyrau Autopark, Infinity Mall, Ideal Trade Market, Air Energy Caspian, WOOD KSS and other companies. Recommended professions: driver, economist, paramedic, engineer, cook, cook, manager, accountant, lawyer, electrician, electrician, bricklayer, plasterer, cleaner, welder, sales consultant, electrical engineer, instrumentation engineer, safety engineer, design engineer, construction engineer, supervisor, construction manager, economist, etc. - The participation of residents is high, more than 500 people came today. The goal is to provide employment to the population. In case of hiring, institutions will notify the administration. Also, today, debtors who have not paid alimony, citizens released from prisons, and those on probation are participating, - said the head of the regional employment coordination and social programs department, Polymbet Khasanov. It should be noted that the participants of the fair were provided with information about state-subsidized jobs. They are: "Youth Practice", "First Workplace", "Generation Contract", "Silver Youth Project".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/935718

 This year, it is planned to increase the area sown with agricultural crops in the Zhetysu region to 510.7 thousand hectares. A regional operational headquarters for conducting spring field work is being created and is working. In preparation for the spring sowing, work is underway to prepare seeds, diesel fuel and equipment, - reports the press service of the Zhetysu region akim.According to the regional agricultural department, according to the plan, 247 thousand hectares of land will be plowed in the spring, 127 thousand hectares of pastures will be covered with moisture, 137 thousand hectares of last year's perennial grasses and winter crops will be harrowed, and a total of 374 thousand hectares of summer crops will be sown. The necessary 52.1 thousand tons of seeds of summer agricultural crops have been fully prepared, of which 31.6 thousand tons are grain crops, 9.5 thousand tons are oilseeds, 0.6 thousand tons are fodder crops, and 10.4 thousand tons are potatoes.To date, about 5 thousand tons of mineral fertilizers have been purchased. There are 1.3 thousand tons of mineral fertilizers in warehouses. This year, 2.7 billion roubles will be allocated for fertilizer subsidies. tenge has been allocated. "This year, the area sown with agricultural crops is planned to reach 510.7 thousand hectares. Of these, 295.3 thousand hectares will be sown with grain and leguminous crops, 89.7 thousand hectares with oilseeds, 6.8 thousand hectares with potatoes, 8.9 thousand hectares with vegetable crops, and 97.3 thousand hectares with fodder crops. And taking into account the production capacity of sugar factories, we will sow sugar beet on a total of 12.2 thousand hectares by 2025, which is 1.5 thousand hectares less than last year. In total, we plan to harvest 550.0 thousand tons of sugar beet from this area. "The seeds for the planned sugar beet sowing in the amount of 17.1 thousand sowing units will be provided by the Koksu Sugar Plant and the Zhetysu Social Entrepreneurship Corporation," the department's message says.Currently, repairs are being carried out on agricultural machinery, and to date, 75% of the 20.6 thousand units of machinery participating in spring field work, including tractors, plows, seeders, cultivators, and harrows, have been repaired. It is planned that the repairs will be fully completed by March 15.In this regard, 5.5 thousand tons of diesel fuel have been allocated for spring field work. Work is underway to identify the operator.As part of preparations for the spring sowing, the "Agrarian Credit Corporation" has received applications from 104 farms for 3.0 billion tenge, and to date, 35 farms have been granted loans for 942 million tenge.It should be noted that state services for subsidizing agro-industrial complex entities are carried out in 100 percent electronic format through the state information system for subsidies. For example, last year, 15,183 applications were received and state services were provided through the mentioned portal in the region for 11 types of state services. Similarly, since last year, the "Auyl Amanaty" program has been implemented through the Amanatnesie.kz portal. In 2024, 342 applications for more than 2.6 billion tenge were submitted to this portal.Press service of the akim of Zhetysu region.Photos are from the archive of the press service of the akim of Zhetysu region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/935756

The issues of preparation for spring field work were considered at a government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. The current situation was reported by the Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov, the Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Almasadam Satkaliyev, as well as akims of a number of regions.In 2025, it is planned to sow agricultural crops on 23.8 million hectares, which is 518 thousand hectares more than in 2024. The area of ​​​​grain and leguminous crops will be about 16.6 million hectares (in 2024 - 16.7 million hectares). The area of ​​​​oil crops will increase by 365 thousand hectares, reaching 3.3 million hectares, including sunflower crops, which will increase by 50.6 thousand hectares, reaching 1.3 million hectares. It is also planned to increase the potato area by 14.9 thousand hectares, bringing the area to 136.8 thousand hectares, and buckwheat crops will increase by 41.5 thousand hectares, amounting to 147 thousand hectares. In 2025, the area of ​​sugar beet will be 18.4 thousand hectares. The area of ​​fodder crops will increase by 184 thousand hectares, reaching 3.4 million hectares. Cotton crops will cover 135.2 thousand hectares, and rice - 90.2 thousand hectares.This year, 401 thousand tons of diesel fuel were allocated to provide fuel for spring field work (taking into account the volume of production at the refinery). A schedule for the delivery of diesel fuel to refineries by regions has been approved, and a price of 232 tenge per liter to the destination station has been set.Taking into account the costs of operators, the final cost of diesel fuel for agricultural producers is 254 tenge per liter, which is 13-15% lower than the market price at gas stations of 295-300 tenge per liter.In addition, the governor of the Turkestan region, Nuralkhan Kusherov, announced that field work has begun in their region. Also in the Akmola region, according to the regional governor Marat Akhmetzhanov, this year it is planned to increase the potato area by 352 hectares, and the total potato planting will be 8.9 thousand hectares, which is 1.1 thousand hectares more than in 2024.Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reminded that the Head of State pays special attention to the development of the agricultural sector as one of the flagships of economic growth. In his report, the Prime Minister emphasized the need to prioritize the expansion of crop areas that are exported and in high demand in the market, bringing more income. This year, the volume of financing for the agricultural sector has been increased to 700 billion tenge. The amount spent on leasing has been increased to 200 billion tenge. More than 400 thousand tons of diesel fuel were also allocated at a discount.Olzhas Bektenov emphasized that all these measures are aimed at the successful conduct of the sowing campaign.“The state has taken all the necessary measures to ensure the successful conduct of the sowing campaign. We need to carry out the work effectively and in an organized manner. The Ministry of Agriculture should direct the concessional loans to support highly efficient and responsible farmers,” the Prime Minister emphasized. At the same time, he noted that the proper use of the allocated funds should be under constant control of the akimats. In addition, according to him, it is important to provide farmers with high-quality and tested seed stocks. For this, first of all, it is necessary to encourage domestic producers. It is also necessary to strictly observe agrotechnology in spring field work and use fertilizers and plant protection products in a timely manner. In Kazakhstan, the fertilizer application plan is only 59% of the scientifically based norm, and the technical readiness of agricultural machinery is 75%. Olzhas Bektenov noted that it is necessary to bring this indicator to 100% before the start of mass sowing.During the meeting, the Prime Minister gave a number of instructions to the ministries and akimats:The Ministry of Agriculture, together with the Baiterek holding, should take measures to optimize and simplify the procedures for granting loans and subsidies in order to provide effective state support to farmers.The Ministries of Energy, Agriculture and regional akimats should monitor the supply of the appropriate volume of discounted fuel. Akimats should provide complete data on regional operators within a week. I instruct to take strict measures against companies and individuals who allow the sale of fuel belonging to farmers.The Ministry of Water Resources, together with the Ministry of Agriculture and akimats, should take measures to ensure the uninterrupted supply of farmers with irrigation water. Akimats should carry out snow removal and water storage.The Prime Minister also instructed to monitor the timely completion of spring sowing operations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/935738

The issue of digitizing the agro-industrial complex was considered at a government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov and Vice Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry Dmitry Mun reported on the ongoing work.Currently, the Ministry of Agriculture has 4 information systems on its balance sheet. These are the Identification of Agricultural Animals (IAA); Unified Automated System for Management of AIC Industries "E-Agriculture" (UAIS); Unified State Information System for Subsidies (USIS); Information system for lending to the population "Aul Amanaty". An information system for monitoring crop production is being developed. 93 types of state services are provided in the agro-industrial complex, 98% of which are in electronic mode. In 2024, more than 2.6 million electronic services were used. 11 groups of business processes were reengineered, 7 of which were for land resources, the rest for crop production.As a result, the number of documents required for reporting was reduced by 83%. The number of steps for farmers was reduced by 85%, and the service time was reduced by 97%.Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov noted that the Head of State set the task of digitizing the agricultural sector at the first forum of agricultural workers. In this regard, the Government gives special priority to introducing elements of "smart" technology into all branches of agriculture. Specific goals and objectives and main directions have been identified.It is necessary to ensure the accuracy of data on the amount of funds required, reporting, acreage, and livestock through the use of digital tools. The Prime Minister emphasized that digitization should contribute to increasing the transparency and effectiveness of state support measures.“It is important to introduce IT tools in accounting for agricultural land. Digitization should contribute to the rational use of fields and pastures, effective planning of sowing operations. In this regard, it is necessary to widely use space monitoring of all agricultural fields and use drones,” Olzhas Bektenov noted.Another important issue is the identification system for livestock and crop products. It is necessary to create an open supply chain from the place of origin to the final consumer. This system should be aimed at accounting for the produced product, guaranteeing its quality, and monitoring biological and veterinary safety.The Prime Minister emphasized the need for widespread use of digital solutions and artificial intelligence to predict climate risks, productivity, and market prices for food. In addition, it is planned to optimize the processes of irrigation of crops, the use of plant protection products and fertilizers, feed consumption, as well as the management of the agricultural machinery fleet using artificial intelligence.“Today, the accuracy of statistical data on animal husbandry, crop farming, accounting for grain and product stocks in stabilization stocks and warehouses, determining soil moisture, and ensuring veterinary safety remains an urgent problem. All these issues must be resolved through the full digitalization of the accounting system,” Olzhas Bektenov noted.In this regard, the Prime Minister gave a number of instructions to the Ministries of Agriculture and Digital Development.To jointly develop a digital map of agricultural lands by the end of 2025 in cooperation with regional akimats;To complete the development of a surveillance system in crop production by September 1, 2025 with akimats;On the instructions of the Head of State, it is planned to conduct a National Agricultural Census in 2025. It is necessary to fully digitize the census results, analyze them, and constantly update the resulting database.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/935740

From February 11-15, 2025, the “City of Working Professions” republican festival is being held in Astana, organized by the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the Year of Working Professions declared by the President of the country.The venue is the “EXPO” international exhibition center, where thematic streets are presented by professions.The Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan has provided a corner dedicated to the professions of rescuers and firefighters as part of the festival. In order to increase the prestige of the rescuer profession and arouse interest in the profession among young people, “Rescuers Street” and “Firefighters and Rescuers Zone” were opened. These spaces create new opportunities for getting acquainted with important professions in the field of security and civil protection. Vice-Minister of Emergency Situations Kegen Tursynbayev attended the opening ceremony: “Our goal is to show young people how important the rescue profession is for society. We are proud that we can instill in the younger generation not only modern equipment and technology, but also a sense of patriotism and respect for employees who risk their lives every day for the safety of others. We invite you all to join the festival and learn more about our work to help save and protect people,” he noted. In the “Corner of Firefighters and Rescuers”, visitors can see an exhibition that includes modern models of rescuers' special clothing, fire-technical weapons, a model of a quickly assembled fire department, rapid response firefighting equipment, and medical equipment used by employees of the Disaster Medicine Center. The “City of Working Professions” festival is a great opportunity for young people to learn about a wide range of working professions and choose a path that will lead to a successful and in-demand career. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/935698

The Chairman of the Emergency Situations Committee of the Ministry of Emergency Situations Serik Zhunisbekov visited Amangeldy, Zhangeldy and Naurzym districts as part of his working trip to inspect flood preparedness and flood prevention measures. 12 settlements in Amangeldy district are at risk of flooding. Here, a bridge over the Qiba River has been repaired, the Bizhan dam has been restored, hydraulic engineering structures have been built in Amantogai village, dams have been strengthened, and embankment reinforcement work has been carried out. A 2,360 m long dam embankment has been built in Amangeldy village. In Zhangeldy district, restoration work continues on dams destroyed by floods, including embankment reinforcement work in the Kostakta section (1.5 km), Tenteksai (1000 m) and Kolkamys (2700 m) villages. Repair work is underway on the Albarboget dam. Since the beginning of the year, 400 cubic meters of snow have been removed from the region. 15 houses are at risk of flooding in the Naurzym district. Serik Zhunisbekov got acquainted with the repair work on the bridge across the Damidinka River in the village of Damdy. Blasting work is planned to prevent ice jams and meltwater from flowing out. The chairman of the committee also visited the fire stations in the villages of Torgai and Amangeldy and checked the readiness of the personnel. Following the results of the visit, recommendations were made on additional strengthening of dams and embankments, timely snow removal and preventive measures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/935772