During the meeting Deputy Head of the region Meirzhan Myrzaliev reported on the development and promotion of export in Kostanay region.Accordingtofiguresofthestatisticalauthority, the external trading of Kostanay region upon the results of 2017amounted to over two billion dollars. Lastyeartherewasasignificantincrease,because by comparison with 2016 the indicators has increased by 23,6%. “InspiteofthefactthatKostanayregionoccupies 11thplaceinexport turnover among other regions of Kazakhstan and takes 2,4% share of the total turnover, the region is a leader in the specific groups of products. Thus, over90%ofironoreproductsand 100% ofiron-orepellets and asbestos are produced in the region”, M. Myrzaliev reported.Thestructureoftheregionalexportconsistsof 47,6% ofmineral products, 46,5% offood products (wheat flour, wheat, flax seeds, confectionery products), 3,7% ofmetals and the remained 2% is attributed to other products. Ingeneral, Kostanayregionconducts the external trading with over 60 countries across the world.Uponthat, themaincountries, whichKostanay products are supplied to, areRussia, China, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Iran. “Fourtypesofproductsarethe leadersintheexportsupplies of the region:grain, flour, iron-orepellets and asbestos. Overthepastyearof 2017 comparedto2016 the turnover of iron ore products increased by 26,3%, asbestos increased by 4,7%, howeverthe turnover of grain and flour export reduced by 7,9% and 1,2% respectively”, the Deputy Akim of the region noted. Themainreasonforthe decliningexportof grainandflouristhe record gross grain harvest in Russia performed last year. According to M. Myrzalieva, the decline was affected by higher costs for freight logistics services, lack of and late place of cars aswell, whichaffecttheultimatepriceforexportedproductionandmake it non-competitive.“Inspiteofthis, ingeneral, export of the region increased by 15,8% and amounted to over one billion USA dollars in 2017 comparedto 2016”, he underlined. Inaddition, inspiteofthesefourhighly prioritizedexportingproducts, there is a potential for export development upon the range of other directions. “Taking into considerationtheongoingproductionandtheimplementedprojects within the framework of the Map of Industrial development over the last 7 years, the list of the perspective export-oriented production has been drawn up. Itis, forexample, cattleandpoultrymeat, vegetable oil, flour, macaroni products, eggs, passenger cars, replacement parts foragricultural equipment, steelworks”, M. Myrzaliev reported. Ingeneral, thereare 30 typesofcommercialproduction, and they are the very products in the region on which export is planned to be established inthe near future.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/15909?lang=kk

In Zatobol secondary school No.2 of the Kostanay district a meeting was held on the development of the village, which in the future will receive the status of the city and will be renamed to Tobyl. ArKhimed Mukhambetov, the Akim of the Kostanay region, took part in the meeting.To date, the total population of the region exceeds 70 thousand people, most of them live in three settlements – the villages of Zatobolsk, Zarechnoye and Michurinskoye. As Akim of the region Kairat Akhmetov said during the speech, the development of the regional center required the construction of a gas distribution network, additional substations to provide electricity, repair and construction of new roads, installation of street lighting, and more than one dozen social facilities. “Out of 135 km of roads in Zarechny, Zatobolsk and Michurino, 96 km are subject to repair. Some will be already repaired this year, but more than KZT 500 million is required. To repair pedestrian paths, it is necessary to allocate more than KZT 35 million per year. And KZT 188.5 million are needed in order to achieve 90% coverage of all streets lighting by 2021,” K. Akhmetov said. The Akim of the region supported the issue of financing road repairs and noted that the road surface should be laid by the method of cold recycling, according to the experience of the regional center. “Over three years, almost 100 streets were repaired in Kostanay. Asphalt on the streets that we built in 2016, is in a good state. This is a good inexpensive technology,” A. Mukhambetov stressed.Work on lighting the district center is also a necessary thing. However, as the head of the region noted, it was necessary to calculate funds from the local budget and to maintain networks, which the regional budget cannot afford yet. Therefore, it was recommended to cover these expenses at the expense of investors' funds or within the framework of Public Private Partnership. An important aspect of the development of the village of Zatobolsk, in the future as the city of Tobyl, is the construction of social facilities and houses. According to Kairat Akhmetov, Akim of the Kostanay region, this year construction of 11 apartment buildings in the “Severny” micro-district is being completed, 8 of which are credit housing, and 3 are leased for the waiting lists of local executive bodies. “To date, out of 96 apartments put into operation in 2016, 49 apartments have been sold to the amount of KZT 315.3 million. On August 5 of this year, it is necessary to provide a credit repayment in the amount of KZT 541.6 million,” the district Akim said, “Weak realization of apartments is associated with the fact that today there are no roads in the neighborhood, there is no bus service or a kindergarten, people are reluctant to purchase housing, which leads to budget spending on house maintenance. At the end of the year, the maintenance is expected to amount KZT 25.5 million”. Also, in the new neighborhoods of the Kostanay district – “Baiterek” and “Astana” – 72 multi-storey apartment houses are planned. In addition to the construction of residential buildings, the local authorities plan to build a park zone, to replace stop pavilions, to improve the courtyards of apartment buildings, to construct health and education facilities, as well as the Sports Palace. In connection with the forthcoming high rates of construction in the district, they plan to create a housing inspection. As the head of the region noted, money has not been provided for the construction of new social facilities in the district center yet. To begin with, as Arkhimed Mukhambetov says, it is necessary to build engineering networks planned for construction of new micro-districts.“Now you name the planned facilities – sports complex, schools, kindergartens – all this should be built in new micro-districts. Money for these projects cannot be allocated in one year. Of course, this all can be solved. But now the issue No.1 is the program “Nurly Zher”. In 2018 we have a load on the city of Kostanay. In 2019, we practically complete the work in the regional center. Then you should already move on to your micro-districts “Astana”, “Baiterek” and “Kunai”, which will refer to the Kostanay district. And we need to build engineering networks” Arkhimed Mukhambetov said. The head of the region also noted the fact that the old buildings of Zatobolsk need to be reconstructed and the district center should be given a single architectural appearance. “If you strive for dynamic development, you need to deal with the illegal construction and architectural appearance of buildings. We need to put the facades in order to make them the same color,” the Akim of the region instructed. It will be remembered that, as previously reported, the issue with the renaming of the village and giving it the status of the city was decided at the meeting of the local community.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/13929?lang=kk

Atragedytookthelifeofawonderfulperson, young and talented sportsman,pride of our country,your sonDenis.We express our heartfelt condolences to you and your family for thisgrievous loss. Losinglovedonesistoughforallofus, butlosingasonisagriefincomparable with any other pain.Hewasthe primary sense of your life, your support and hope.You had put your love, energy and dreams in him.Denis had always been and would bean embodiment of adolescence, purposefulness, will to victory, sincere love for and devotion to the Motherland.His accomplishmentsin the international sporting arena won glory for Kazakhstan and became an example to follow for hundreds of boys and girls.May the blessed memory of Denislive forever in our hearts, warm us with its heat and get us throughthe hard times of grief.Akim of Kostanay region A. MukhambetovSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/12297?lang=kk

In order to create a favorable investment climate and increase the confidence of business and investors to the institutions of state power in the region, the "Protecting Business and Investments" Project Office was opened in the region.A network of such offices was established in all regional centers of the republic in the framework of a memorandum on cooperation between the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service and Anti-Corruption, as well as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Investment and Development, in order to simplify the process of investing in the economy of the country, as well as to prevent bureaucratic procedures and corruption facts.If you need legal and other help, you can always visit the office located at Al-Farabi Street, 95, office 1010, tel.: 522-520, 391-120, or contact via e-mail protectinvestment.kostanay@gmail.comSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/11568?lang=kk

The Akim of the Kostanay region Archimed Mukhambetov spoke at the final concert in honor of the City Day, congratulating the residents on occasion of the 139th anniversary of the regional center.Improvement in the economic indicators of the region was for sure the best gift to the residents. People look confidently into the future. In recent years, the city itself has significantly renewed, while being able to maintain its historical identity and architecture. “There is a positive trend in most sectors of the economy. One of the priority areas is attracting investment in the economy. Under the state program “Business roadmap - 2020”, currently 10 major investment projects in the field of machine building, food industry, grain processing for a total of about KZT 40 billion are being implemented with the creation of over 500 new permanent jobs”, the head of the region said. He also noted that in order to improve the housing conditions of the Kostanay residents, housing construction is actively carried out in the region. “Today, new micro-districts such as “Airport”, “Yubileyny” and “Altyn Arman” are being built up at an accelerated pace. Undoubtedly, the new housing program “7-20-25” will give a big impetus to the further construction. In the current year, 7 residential houses have been already put into operation, 14 more will be commissioned by the end of the year”, the Akim added.In addition, social and sports facilities are also actively built up in the city. So, this year a new sports and entertainment complex with a capacity of 1,000 people was put into operation, a national cultural center for 1,000 seats is being built within PPP. Construction of a covered sports arena for 3,000 seats is underway, which will be put into operation this year. It is planned to begin construction of a new Ice Palace for 2,000 seats. “Everything that is done in the city is done for the benefit of the residents. This is the result of joint work of all the Kostanay citizens. I want to express some words of gratitude to the representatives of the older generation, honorary citizens of the city and the region, who made a significant contribution to the development of the regional center. Dear Kostanay citizens, I congratulate you with the 139th anniversary of our regional center.I wish you and your families health, happiness, prosperity, success in labor”, the Akim concluded his congratulatory speech, and then held a ceremony of awarding new honorary citizens of the city and the region. The concert program was continued by performances of the Kazakhstan artists - Yerke Yesmakhan and Amre, as well as Alena Apina. The holiday ended with grandiose fireworks.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/10994?lang=kk

During his working trip Akim of Kostanay region Arkhimed Mukhambetov was reported on the development of the southern districts. The head of the region voiced his vision of the development of Arkalyk in the future. “The primary task for the region is to create new jobs. We need to create new businesses. Literally in one and a half months we are starting the meat-processing plant. But it is necessary to create 4-5such enterprises for the region. We are ready to help with development medium - sized businesses,” Mukhambetov said. As it turned out, the founder of the meat - processing plant under construction in Arkalyk, Alyuminstroy LLP, is not limited to the launch of the meat-processing plant, but intends to build a feeding station that requires another 800 million tenge.This issue, as explained by Mukhambetov, has already been announced to the Minister of Agriculture and will be settled in the near future. “Besides there is going to start a broiler factory that requires 50 million tenge; we shall find the money, too. But these are all small amounts. We need to get more capacity since Agro Inter Ptitsa is an egg-oriented poultry farm, and we need a meat-oriented one,” the head of the region explained the decision to open a second poultry farm in Arkalyk. Herewith not less important issue is the repair of the road in order to further constant supply of food from Arkalyk to Astana. This is more than 100 kilometers of the road, the overhaul of 1 kilometer of which will cost 150-200 million tenge. “I had a meeting with the management of Kazavtozhol and we shall take this issue to the government. It is all due to the importance of this road repair because we will sell all these meat products to the capital in the future,” - said the akim. - There is a food belt around Astana – those are Akmola and Karaganda regions. But we need Arkalyk to be the second tier, spare food zone. After all, the number of the capital's population is growing, and we shall provide Astana with all kinds of food.”Besides, the head of the region proposed to relocate all the problematic production projects implemented in the region to Arkalyk and launch them here. Thus, to give a new lease of life not only to “problematic” projects but also to the development of the region as a whole.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/10549?lang=kk

Today National Clothing Day was celebrated as part of Nauryznama. At the recently held meeting of the National Assembly, the President emphasized that the national costume is an important expression of our unique national identity and that we should glorify it in every way.On this day, an exhibition called "Holy Clothes" was held in the regional historical and local history museum. The exhibition was attended by the mayor of SKO Gavez Nurmukhambetov, veterans and young people.The works of ethno designer, member of the Union of Craftsmen of the Republic of Kazakhstan, holder of the UNESCO quality mark, Tilek Sultan were presented at the exhibition. The master's unique works showed a rich palette of traditions and customs of the Kazakh people. "Kimeshek is not only a traditional headdress worn by women, but also a sacred element of Kazakh culture and a symbol of the mother. Each piece preserves centuries-old history and conveys the culture and traditions of our people. I thanked the organizers of the exhibition for their special contribution to the promotion of Kazakh culture. We want to preserve the rich heritage of our creative people and pass it on to future generations," the head of the region wrote on social media.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/959655

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The implementation of the "Golden Youth" program continues in the Karaganda region. Many organizations are hiring employees of retirement age. The program helps them not only find a job, but also feel that they are needed in society.Svetlana Zharmagambetova is one of the participants in the "Golden Youth" competition. She worked at Karaganda University named after E. A. Buketov for 41 years. She began her career at the age of 18 as a secretary, then became a laboratory assistant, senior laboratory assistant. She retired in 2015. Now she is 68 years old, and she works as an office manager at Qamqor plus.- The importance of work is to feel useful. I have been helping students all my life. I continue to do this now. Thanks to the program, I do not feel isolated from society. Communication with people rejuvenates me, - says Svetlana Zharmagambetova.Zhanyl Ryskulova retired 10 years ago. For a long time she worked as a personnel inspector. Now she has a job at the TAT Logistic TC.- My children live in other cities, and I am often alone. And the program was a good opportunity for me to return to my favorite job. If health allows, why not work? I know my strength and my potential, - says Zhanyl Ryskulova.The program is financed from the regional budget. Employers who accept retirees receive compensation in the amount of 50% of the employee's salary, but not more than one minimum wage (in 2025 - 85 thousand tenge). Despite this limit, the pension increase will be significant, since the employer pays the remaining part of the salary.Nurzhan Syzdykov, head of the Labor Mobility Center for the Karaganda region, noted that 317 people have been employed under the program. Among them are teachers, accountants, managers, and security guards. This year, it is planned to find jobs for 400 pensioners.You can apply for participation in the "Golden Youth" program at the career centers of the cities and districts of the region.The contact numbers of the Labor Mobility Center in the Karaganda region are: (8-7212) 60-50-50, 8-775-644-35-80 (Call center).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/956707

On Thursday, March 13, at the meeting of the Republican headquarters for coordination of anti-flood measures, chaired by the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektenov, Akim of the West Bank Nariman Toregaliuly gave a report on the measures being taken to prevent possible floods. However, regional authorities have taken additional measures to control the situation. In addition to 22 hydro stations in the region, 7 new monitoring stations were installed. In addition, three automated control systems will be launched in Zhayik, Shagan and Derkol rivers, which will be fully operational by the end of March. These systems allow quick monitoring of the water level and prompt response to possible threats.Akim of the region noted that the civil defense system of the region has been moved to high readiness mode. All water reservoirs in the region are working in transit mode," said Nariman Toregaliuli.In order to prevent expected emergency situations, a considerable amount of material and technical resources fund was created in the region. 1.8 thousand special equipment, 123 floats, 455 motor pumps and more than 4 thousand employees are mobilized around the clock. In addition, more than 12 thousand tons of inert material, 413 thousand bags, 423 tons of fuel and lubricants were prepared. More than 95,000 sandbags were prepared. In addition, 317 temporary evacuation stations designed to accommodate 32,000 people were prepared. Also, 195 special places have been designated for moving farm animals to safe areas.It should be noted that the regional flood control headquarters started its work on March 10. Currently, elimination of the consequences of the winter season and preparations for floods are being intensively carried out. 916 thousand cubic meters of snow were removed, 49.3 thousand cubic meters of melted water were pumped, 27 kilometers of drainage channels, 62 kilometers of ditches and more than 1,200 water pipes were cleaned. Also, 1.5 thousand square meters of land was inspected.Preparation for floods is under the personal control of the regional akim.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/bko/press/news/details/955965

Kostanay region continues to implement one of the most significant investment projects in the history of the Kazakh industry — the construction of a KIA car manufacturing plant. The project is being implemented on behalf of the Head of State as part of the tasks of attracting foreign direct investment and developing the machine-building sector.Visit of the official delegationThe construction process was inspected by Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov together with the official delegation of KIA, which included:Seo Dogen — Vice President/ Director of the KIA Corporation Production Technology Center (Korea)Im Jae—wu - KIA President for Russia and the CISKim Dae—ki - General Director of KIA Qazaqstan LLPDuring the visit, the delegation got acquainted with the current state of construction and installation works, as well as the process of preparing for the launch of high-tech production.The main parameters of the projectThe total cost of the project is USD 200 million.The share of foreign direct investment is about 80%The area of the production building is 100,000 sq. m.The design capacity is 70,000 vehicles per year.Jobs created — 1,500 peopleThe project is the first in KIA's history to be implemented outside the Republic of Korea. The future plant will be equipped with the latest technology — 68 industrial robots will be used in production. This will ensure a high level of automation, productivity, and consistent product quality. 80 foreign specialists from South Korea and China are already working at the construction site.Construction progressToday:The construction of the main production building has been completedThe roof and exterior sandwich panels have been installed.A part of the equipment supplied from South Korea and China has been installed.Installation work is underway in welding and painting shops.The construction of external engineering networks (gas, water, electricity, sewerage, communications) has been completedThe construction of railway access roads and highways continues — asphalt concrete pavement has already been laid on two priority sites.According to the schedule, the pilot assembly of the vehicles is scheduled for July 2025, and the start of mass production is scheduled for October 2025.Personnel training and development of related industriesSpecial attention is paid to the training of qualified personnel for new production. New educational directions in five key specialties are being opened in colleges and universities of Kostanay region:Mechanical engineering technologyAutomation and controlOperation and maintenance of machinery and equipmentMetallurgy of ferrous metalsTurning businessEducational institutions receive an updated material and technical base, and students undergo practical training on real production equipment.In parallel with the main project, the construction of the Localization Center of TEHNOPARK KZ LLP is underway, which will produce automotive components mainly for Kazakhstani car plants, including the KIA plant. This will ensure the deepening of localization, the development of small and medium-sized businesses in industry and strengthen the supply chain in the automotive industry.The prospectsThe implementation of this project brings Kostanay region to a new level of industrial development and strengthens its position as a machine-building center of the country. This includes not only new investments and technologies, but also the creation of sustainable jobs, the formation of technological competencies and a contribution to national industrial growth.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/969258?lang=kk

This was stated today at a meeting of the operational headquarters by Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov.Thanks to careful preparations carried out within the framework of the instructions of the Head of State, the region managed to effectively cope with the flood situation and avoid threats to the population and infrastructure in 89 rural settlements and 3 cities.This year, more than 7.5 billion tenge was allocated for flood prevention measures, which is three times the amount of funds allocated last year. This made it possible to significantly strengthen the protective structures, as well as purchase the necessary equipment and materials. In particular, 860 million tenge was allocated for the purchase of equipment.One of the main areas of work was the installation and repair of engineering facilities. In 2025, 57 kilometers of protective shafts were built, 168 culverts were installed, and 20 kilometers of new storm sewers were laid. In addition, 27 hydraulic structures were repaired. All protective structures have fulfilled their functions in full.To successfully complete all the activities, more than 3,000 people and 800 pieces of equipment were involved in the training. In particular, large—scale snow removal was carried out - more than 1.2 million m3 of snow was removed, which effectively reduced the load on the storm and drainage systems. Pumping out more than 250,000 cubic meters of water from the most vulnerable areas played an important role.Special attention was paid to the construction of a 30-kilometer diversion canal, which was completed in October 2024 and provided protection from possible water threats in the Karasu district. The canal has played a key role in preventing lakes from pooling and excessive flooding of territories. Today, the water flow through the canal is 12.2 cubic meters per second, which makes it possible to effectively control the water level and prevent the threat of floods. The volume of water that passes through the canal is about 1.1 million cubic meters. m per day, and at the moment the volume of waste water has exceeded 700 million cubic meters.At the same time, a new 110 kW 15 km long power transmission line was laid around the Lake Alabota flood zone. Power lines have also been restored in the southern regions of the region, ensuring reliable power supply even in the most vulnerable areas. In total, 693 power transmission poles were restored in the territory of Amangeldy, Dzhangeldy districts and the city of Arkalyk.Results: success of flood prevention measuresAs a result of all the work carried out, the flood period passed without flooding, damage and consequences for the population. Protective structures, purchased equipment and well-coordinated work of all services ensured a high level of safety for residents of the region.In addition, volunteers, military personnel and local residents played an important role in the successful training. All these efforts have made it possible to minimize risks and effectively cope with the flood situation.Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov thanked all the residents, volunteers and services who participated in the preparation and security of the region. "Your involvement and active position helped us to get through this flood period without losses and consequences. Your support is of great importance, and it is thanks to your work that the region has remained protected," he said.Today, thanks to the work done, all risks for settlements have been removed. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/969251?lang=kk

Akim of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, met with business representatives to discuss issues such as business protection, investor interests, and the implementation of investment projects. As N. Nalibayev noted, 21 projects worth KZT 37 billion were completed in the region last year. Among these, one of the largest and most significant is the construction of a new terminal at Korkyt Ata airport, costing KZT 20.9 billion. Currently, negotiations are ongoing with the Vietnamese company Soviko Group to develop the airport's services and transfer it to trust management. Additionally, a production line for energy-saving glass, capable of producing five million square meters per year, has been established at the glass factory. Five projects have been completed in the food industry, and one in the logistics sector. From the start until their full implementation, these projects received "manual control" support, ensuring that any issues were addressed promptly. The Republican Council for Attracting Investments successfully resolved issues related to the sanitary protection zone of the cement plant, the value-added tax for the thermal power plant under construction, and the reduction of commercial gas costs for the glass plant. The regional delegation's working trips to Korea, Italy, Spain, and China to attract investments are beginning to show results. The Higher School of Artificial Intelligence and Informatics at the Seoul National University of Science and Technology has been established at Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University.On March 12, a meeting with the management of the Spanish company Roca Group was held in Astana with the participation of the Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, where plans for joint work were discussed. Negotiations are underway with Spanish investors on the construction of a sanitary ware plant. Nine agreements worth 10.8 billion tenge have been signed with the People's Republic of China. The agreements will begin to yield their first results in the near future.During the working visit of the Head of State to Qatar, an agreement was reached to construct a 1,100 MW combined-cycle plant in Kyzylorda, valued at KZT 800 billion. A land plot of 280 hectares has been reserved for this project. A gas power plant will occupy 100 hectares of this land, while promising projects will be developed on the remaining area. The regional headquarters for discussing and implementing investment projects operates under the leadership of the regional akim. "The regional coordination council has made decisions regarding land plots and the installation of engineering infrastructure systems," said N. Nalibayev. "Together with law enforcement agencies, we will continue systematic efforts to support investment projects, address challenges, and improve conditions for small and medium-sized businesses. Over the past three years, KZT 206 billion have been attracted from various funding sources to support entrepreneurship for 16,700 projects. Of this amount, KZT 40.9 billion were allocated through state programs. This year, 4,800 entrepreneurship projects have been financed for KZT 29 billion. As a result, the share of entrepreneurship in the economy will reach 21%. Under the “Auyl Amanaty” program, 748 projects have been implemented over the past two years, creating more than a thousand new jobs. This year, 815 projects are planned under this program. Agribusiness representatives prioritize the establishment of small production centers. At the meeting, entrepreneurs shared their views on the discussed issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/968615?lang=kk

At a meeting of regional activists, the head of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, introduced the new head of the regional department of culture, archives, and documentation, Zhanmurat Seilov. Zhanmurat Seilov was born in 1985 in the Zhambyl region. He graduated from Taraz State University, named after M.Kh. Dulati, with a degree in History, Law, and Fundamentals of Economics, and from the International Kazakh-Turkish University, named after H.A. Yassawi, with a degree in State and Local Government. He began his career as an inspector in the office of the Akim of the Kyzylorda region. Over the years, he headed the city department of entrepreneurship, industry, and tourism, as well as the offices of the city maslikhat and the Akim of Kyzylorda. He also served as deputy akim of Kyzylorda and head of the regional department of physical culture, sports, and tourism. Since September 2024, he has held the position of deputy head of the office of the Akim of the Kyzylorda region. In his new role, Zhanmurat Seilov is tasked with preserving the region's historical and cultural heritage, developing and promoting national and cultural traditions and values, and coordinating the work of the center for the development of folk art, theaters, museums, and the library network, among others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/968594?lang=kk

The meeting of the regional activists chaired by the head of the region Nurlybek Nalibayev was devoted to personnel issues. In agreement with the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs, Mira Kazbekova was appointed head of the regional department for religious affairs.As the akim of the region noted, M. Kazbekova is well acquainted with the socio-political situation of the region, has sufficient experience in the civil service. A qualified specialist, she contributed to the spiritual and cultural development of the region.– The department and its head are entrusted with responsible tasks. In particular, this is the implementation of state policy in the field of religion, comprehensive control and analysis in order to ensure religious stability in the region, studying and monitoring the activities of religious associations, missionaries and spiritual organizations. "It is necessary to organize work on the prevention of religious extremism and the development of immunity to destructive religious ideologies among young people," said N. Nalibayev.M. Kazbekova was born in 1984 in the Kazaly district of the Kyzylorda region. Graduated from Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda State University with a degree in Kazakh Language and Literature and Economics, and Bolashak University with a degree in Jurisprudence. She began her career in 2005 at the regional Center for Retraining and Advanced Training of Civil Servants and Public Sector Employees. Over the years, she held the positions of Deputy Head of the Regional Department of Culture, Archives and Documentation, Head of the City Department of Culture and Language Development, Head of the Office of the Akim of Kyzylorda, Deputy Akim of Kyzylorda, and Head of the Regional Department of Public Development. From January 2023 until her new appointment, she headed the Regional Department of Culture, Archives and Documentation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/968578?lang=kk

Товарооборот между Казахстаном и Китаем по итогам прошлого года увеличился на 6,8% и досрочно достиг $43,8 млрд. Главами двух государств в прошлом году на заседании ШОС была поставлена задача довести этот уровень до $80 млрд.В 2024 году взаимный товарооборот между Казахстаном и провинцией Шэньси КНР составил $382,3 млн, что в 2,4 раза больше по сравнению с аналогичным периодом предыдущего года ($157 млн).Визит Министра торговли и интеграции РК Армана Шаккалиева в качестве главы бизнес-делегации в Сиань (КНР, провинция Шэньси) способствует дальнейшему углублению торгово-экономического и инвестиционного сотрудничества с провинцией Шэньси, которая является ключевым транспортно-логистическим узлом на экспортном маршруте в Юго-Восточную Азию.В первый день визита, 1 апреля, состоялась встреча с секретарем парткома КПК, председателем собрания народных представителей провинции Шэньси Чжао Идэ.«После проведения заседания Шанхайской организации сотрудничества мы с моим китайской коллегой обсуждали, как мы это можем сделать, и единодушно пришли к выводу, что нужно менять парадигму. Не только заниматься торговлей «купи-продай», но и инвестициями, запускать совместные производства, и соответственно у нас будут увеличиваться возможности по увеличению товарооборота. Мы начали использовать принцип регионализации», - отметил Арман Шаккалиев.Как результат, в прошлом году глава МТИ посетил семь провинций, в каждой из которых были определены 3-4 крупнейших компаний и совместно с китайской стороной составлен список товаров взаимной торговли, промышленной кооперации и привлечения инвестиций.«В Чэнду по итогам договоренностей мы увеличили товарооборот более чем на 50%, в Нанкине – в 3,5 раза. Я уверен, что и с провинцией Шэньси будет также расширено сотрудничество. Мы привезли предложения по 16 видам продукции на сумму более $490 млн. Отмена визы до 30 дней даст большой импульс развитию туризма и бизнес-сотрудничества между нашими странами», - подчеркнул Министр торговли и интеграции РК.Стороны обозначили, что между нашими странами активно развивается сотрудничество по ряду направлений, в том числе – в транспортном секторе. В прошлом году через Казахстан было отправлено около 300 поездов из Китая в Европу, за первые два месяца 2025 года оправили более 111 поездов.Укрепляется сотрудничество в сфере образования и науки, в вузах КНР учится более 400 студентов из Казахстана, филиал Северо-западного политехнического университета Китая на базе КазНУ им. Аль-Фараби уже принял 56 аспирантов.Были обсуждены приоритетные направления сотрудничества между нашими странами. В первую очередь, будет продолжено развитие железнодорожного сообщения между Китаем и Европой.«В рамках первого направления мы можем расширить товарооборот в сфере торговли: автомобилями, альтернативной энергетики и сельхозпродукции посредством железнодорожного сообщения по направлению Китай – Европа. Нам еще можно развивать сотрудничество по расширению наших складов за рубежом. Второе направление – сельское хозяйство», - предложил Чжао Идэ.Он пригласил вузы Казахстана подключаться к альянсу университетов ШОС и к альянсу профессиональных университетов «Один пояс – один путь».Кроме того, будет расширено сотрудничество в сфере гуманитарно-культурного обмена. В этом году из провинции Шаньси будет отправлен первый культурно-туристический поезд из города Сиань в Алматы и планируется проведение фестиваля искусства «Шелковый путь».Секретарь парткома отметил, что в июне 2025 года второй саммит Китая в Центральной Азии будет проводиться в Астане, в рамках которого планируется проведение собрания Делового Совета Китая.В завершение встречи Министр торговли и интеграции РК пригласил представителей бизнеса КНР посетить экспортно-импортную выставку в Астане с 11 по 13 июня, которая приурочена к проведению саммита. На сегодняшний день в ней изъявили желание участвовать порядка 200 китайских компаний.Кроме того, отдельные встречи были проведены с предпринимателями.Председатель правления Shaanxi Foreign Economic and Trade Group Мяо Цянь отметил, что по товарообороту компания занимает третье место в провинции Шэньси. Она действует во многих сферах, причем главным направлением является торговля в горнорудном секторе, включая цветные металлы, катодную медь, алюминий.«Мы хотели импортировать природный газ и сырую нефть, ежегодные потребности которой в Шэньси составляют 3,6 млн тонн. Кроме того, мы заинтересованы в реализации совместных проектов по строительству солнечных и ветровых станций на условиях EPC-контрактов, а также участвовать в реализации проекта по созданию логистической инфраструктуры для складских помещений», - уточнил Мяо Цянь.В свою очередь, генеральный директор Ningxia State farm Дуань Чжицян отметил, что его предприятие специализируется в сельском хозяйстве с активами более 400 миллиардов евро. Он выразил готовность закупать или совместно выращивать люцерну и кукурузу, так как компания содержит 250 тысяч голов скота и нуждается в кормовых культурах и в химических удобрениях.«Наша компания работает более 70 лет, внедряя передовой опыт по выращиванию молочных пород коров, имеется современное животноводство. И мы имеем большой опыт B2B по выращиванию люцерны и продовольственной кукурузы, современные технологии по распределению и «умной» системе водораспределения», - подчеркнул он.В свою очередь, Арман Шаккалиев напомнил, что Казахстан обладает более 260 млн га земель сельхозназначения, занимая третье место в мире после Австралии и Канады.«И конечно мы заинтересованы, чтобы наше сельское хозяйство развивалось по принципу оффтейк-контрактов, чтобы вы могли по своим технологиям и стандартам выращивать продукты, заниматься их переработкой и вывозить на экспорт. Учитывая вашу основную деятельность в сфере АПК, приглашаем вас в Казахстан в качестве инвестора», - резюмировал министр.На второй день визита, 2 апреля 2025 года в городе Сиань состоялась торгово-экономическая миссия (ТЭМ) Казахстана. По итогам B2B-сессий казахстанские компании заключили экспортные контракты на сумму $98 млн.Торговая миссия впервые проводится на территории загранучреждения, Генконсульства РК, где два года назад с участием Главы государства был открыт шоурум казахстанских товаров. В миссии приняли участие более 60 предпринимателей Казахстана и более 100 предпринимателей Китая.В рамках торгово-экономической миссии QazTrade организована выставка из трех экспозиций в виде казахских юрт с презентацией продукции около 50 отечественных казахстанских компаний, представленных в основном пищевой отраслью. Мука, масличные и зерновые культуры пользуются высоким спросом на китайском рынке. Данная продукция составляет основу стратегического экспорта Казахстана в Китай, открывая новые горизонты для казахстанских производителей.По итогам ТЭМ QazTrade заключены соглашения о сотрудничестве с Торгово-промышленной палатой Комитета по содействию международной торговли провинции Шэньси, AIJU Grain and Oil Industry Group. Эти соглашения позволят установить прямые контакты и тесное взаимодействие между казахстанским и китайским бизнесом под эгидой QazTrade.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/968505?lang=kk

Today, Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov visited KamLitKZ LLP, an enterprise that implements large industrial projects in the region. Last year, an iron foundry was launched here, and now the construction of a second plant is being completed, which will produce the main gears of the drive axles for trucks. "This is an important step in the development of the region's machine-building cluster. The production is focused on the production of high-tech products that will be in demand not only in Kazakhstan, but also abroad. The project will create new jobs and strengthen the industrial potential of the region," Kumar Aksakalov said. Large-scale investments and job creation The total amount of investments in KamLitKZ projects exceeds 238 billion tenge:•78.2 billion tenge was invested in the iron foundry, which began operation in November 2024.•82.5 billion tenge was allocated for the construction of the main transmission plant (commissioning in 2025).•78 billion tenge will be invested in the project "Localization of the beam" (implementation in 2025). These projects create 1,150 new jobs, of which:✅ 500 – at the iron foundry;✅ 550 – at the main gear factory;✅ 100 – within the framework of the "Beam Localization" project. The average age of employees is 27 years old, mostly young professionals work here. Personnel are trained on the basis of local educational institutions, including Kostanay Highway College. Modern technologies and access to the international market The new plant will produce up to 74,000 main gears per year. The production process is based on precision stamping technology, which ensures high strength and durability of the parts. All the equipment is supplied by leading European manufacturers from Italy, Spain and Germany. KamLitKZ products are aimed at the CIS and European markets, which will expand the export potential of the region. The development of the machine–building sector is one of the priorities of Kostanay region. New projects, jobs and the introduction of advanced technologies contribute to the strengthening of industry and economic growth in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/968286?lang=kk

On April 1, 2025, the akim of the region met with the silver medalists of the junior World Short Track Championships Polina Omelchuk and Anastasia Galechina, which took place in Calgary (Canada). The meeting was also attended by the head of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Akimat of Kostanay region.Anastasia Galechina won a bronze medal in the 2000-meter relay at the Calgary Championships, and Polina Omelchuk won a bronze at the 2024 Youth Olympics.There has been a lot of good news about winter sports in our region this year. Among them, Gleb Ivchenko became the champion at the IX Asian Winter Games in short track in China, and Nail Bashmakov and Vladislav Kovalev won the bronze medal in cross-country skiing.Akim thanked the coaches of our athletes: Anatoly Galechin, Ilya Korobeynikov and Nikolay Fedorenko, and noted that he was proud of the results of the young short-track athletes."In recent years, I am pleased that our athletes perform at a high level. The Winter Olympics in Milan are ahead. We will always support our athletes who have a chance to compete for licenses and medals," the mayor said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/967458?lang=kk

Today, under the chairmanship of Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov, a meeting of the akimat was held, at which two priority issues were considered — the development of water supply and transport infrastructure in the region.Water supply: 100% security rateAkim of the region noted that providing the population with high-quality drinking water remains one of the most important priorities. Over the past five years, 90.2 billion tenge has been allocated to the energy and housing and communal services sectors, of which 20.7 billion tenge will be allocated in 2024 alone. As a result, the level of provision of drinking water to the rural population increased to 91.3%.This year, 22.6 billion tenge is provided for water supply, which will allow 65 projects to be implemented and provide another 24.7 thousand people with access to clean water. Special attention is paid to connecting houses to the system — on behalf of the mayor, this is a prerequisite for the implementation of all projects. So, in two years, 55 thousand houses were connected, and as of January 1, 2025, water has already been turned on in 259.4 thousand houses in the region.The head of the region also stressed the need to involve local contractors in the work — their share increased from 26% in 2023 to 60% in 2025, which contributes to job creation and the development of local businesses.Transport infrastructure: focus on southern areas and international routesIn 2024, the budget of the road industry amounted to 106.0 billion tenge, which is 42% more than last year. 1,580 km of roads and 382 streets in 103 settlements will be repaired in the region.Special attention is paid to the southern regions of the region. On behalf of the Head of State, repairs of the Torgai–Yrgyz highway will begin this year, which will provide a direct link between the western regions and the center of the country through our south. This project will be a powerful impetus for the development of Arkalyk and the surrounding areas.Another important area was the restoration of the airport in Arkalyk. Design and estimate documentation is currently being developed. After completion of the work, it is planned to launch regular flights to Kostanay and Astana, which will significantly expand the transport accessibility of the region.In addition, in 2025, the repair of the Zhezkazgan–Petropavlovsk highway section from Arkalyk to the border of Ulytau region (87 km) will be completed. This will shorten the route between north and south by 400 km and increase the traffic flow from 10 to 2,500 vehicles per day.Due to the growing transit importance of the southern regions, the governor of the region instructed to start developing roadside services — the construction of hotels, sanitary facilities, cafes and shopping malls that meet international standards.The region is at the center of transit flowsAccording to Kumar Aksakalov, thanks to an integrated approach and government support, Kostanay region will become a key transit hub in the coming years, connecting the north and south of the country, as well as creating new routes between Kazakhstan, Central Asian countries and the Russian Federation.The results of the Akimat's meeting demonstrate a systematic approach to infrastructure development, improving the quality of life and creating conditions for sustainable economic growth in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/967192?lang=kk

As part of the republican environmental program "Taza Kazakhstan", work was carried out in the city and settlements of the region on sanitary cleaning, improvement and landscaping of territories. Volunteers, public figures and employees of enterprises took part in the clean-up day. Squares, parks, historical cultural monuments, industrial and social facilities were cleared of garbage, 9560 willow seedlings were planted. More than 3,300 tons of garbage were removed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/966700?lang=kk