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From Forum-2003 to Forum-2019: trade turnover increased by 3.5 timesThe Ministry of trade and integration conducted an analysis of how the situation has changed in trade between Kazakhstan and Russia, since the first forum of interregional cooperation between Kazakhstan and Russia in 2003, which started in Omsk.And then, alternately since 2005, was held in Russian and Kazakh cities: Chelyabinsk, Uralsk, Novosibirsk, Aktobe, Orenburg, Ust-Kamenogorsk, Astrakhan, Pavlodar, Yekaterinburg, Atyrau, Sochi, Astana, Chelyabinsk, Petropavlovsk.As Bakhyt Sultanov confirmed, meeting with journalists on the sidelines of the Forum, the trade turnover has been growing all these years.Since the first interregional cooperation Forum was held in 2003 (over 15 years), the trade turnover between our countries has grown 3.5 times (2003 - $ 5,245. 5 million, 2018 - $ 18,517.3 million), including our deliveries to Russia increased 2.6 times ($1,967. 7 million - $ 5,279. 9 million).Practical solutions, real help and concrete suggestions! – this is what happens at the business Forum, where people who want to work meet. This the, sake of what, organized Forum. Therefore, speaking with journalists today, Bakhyt Sultanov stressed the importance of the Forum's networking platform, noting that since the first Forum, a lot of decisions have been reached, more than 100 different agreements. Basically, these are, of course, agreements between enterprises – this is the task of interregional cooperation.- Today, in parallel with the interregional forum at the level of heads of state, we are holding a business forum, where our enterprises are represented.There are already some results. A number of agreements are concluded today in the amount of approximately $ 40 million.But this is only the beginning-for yesterday and for today.Therefore, we hope that thanks to such business forums, entrepreneurs will have additional opportunities.We invite enterprises and entrepreneurs to create cooperation ties in the course of such work.In addition, speaking in General about the conclusion of large exports of national producers, The Minister of trade spoke about the major results of the trip to China, where he visited with the Kazakh delegation. He outlined the figure at the level of $ 130 million-this is the amount of those contracts that Kazakh entrepreneurs found in China:- Because thanks to this kind of work, we should just create cooperative ties and together break through such important markets. the Minister said.The forum is also the only platform where we allow regions to conclude agreements with each other.Speaking about the effect and usefulness of the 2019 Forum, it should be noted that as a result of the Plenary session with the participation of the Heads of state, 8 bilateral documents were signed, as well as 12 commercial agreements on the sidelines of the Forum:The Concept of the cross – border cooperation Program "Kazakhstan-Russia"was signed at the Plenary session.As well as between public authorities:- Memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of information and public development of Kazakhstan and the Federal Agency for youth Affairs of Russia (Rosmolodezh) in the field of youth policy;- Cooperation program between the Ministry of culture and sports of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of culture of Russia;- The program of joint actions between the Ministry of industry and infrastructure development of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of transport of Russia on the functioning of checkpoints on the Kazakh-Russian border.Agreement between the administrations:- Kostanay region and the Government of Chelyabinsk region on trade and economic, scientific and technical, social, cultural and humanitarian cooperation;- Pavlodar region And the government of Kurgan region on cooperation in trade and economic, scientific and technical, humanitarian and other spheres.Action plan for the implementation of the Agreement between the Akimat of Pavlodar region and the administration of Novosibirsk region on trade, economic, social, scientific, technical and cultural cooperationCooperation agreement between The Damu entrepreneurship development Fund and The Russian Bank for support of small and medium-sized businesses.According to commercial documents. Supply agreement:- semi-finished products between "iceberg PV" LLP and trading house "Eurasia»;- sausage products between LLP "Kazmyasoprodukt" and T "Eurasia".Agreement on cooperation between the:- Trading house " KSP Steel "(partner of Kazakhstan company "KSP Steel" LLP) and KazakhExport;- LLC "Control Leasing" and KazakhExport;- Moskommertsbank and KazakhExport;- S. Toraighyrov Pavlodar state University, Omsk oil refinery and state technical University;- Pavlodar petrochemical plant and Omsk oil refinery;The Department of entrepreneurship and industrial-innovative development of West Kazakhstan region and chamber of Commerce and industry of Saratov region;- Department of entrepreneurship and industry of Akmola region and the Ministry of industry, communications, digital and scientific and technical development of Omsk region.The agreement of intent of cooperation between LLP "BASICS-KS" and OOO "Titan-agro".Memorandums of cooperation between the Public Council of Karaganda, Kostanay regions and the Public chamber of Sverdlovsk region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/34229?lang=kk

Today, under the chairmanship of the region akim, chairman of the regional branch of Nur Otan party K. D. Iskakov held an expanded meeting of the bureau of the political council. It addressed issues related to crimes committed against minors, and ongoing work to prevent them, youth unemployment, and the problems of education in secondary specialized educational institutions.In the region, crimes committed against minors and adolescents themselves are not reduced. In this regard, the region akim gave a number of instructions to the deputy head of the regional police department Sh. Amitov to strengthen the work of the police in this direction.“It is necessary to strengthen work on the prevention of crimes against youth, to put in place work with relevant state and public organizations. We, as a whole, must jointly participate in the prevention and suppression of crimes committed against adolescents. Every year we allocate significant funds to strengthen the material and technical base of the region’s internal affairs bodies. However, I do not see the results of your work. Work in this direction should be intensified and should be implemented within three months. This issue will be under my personal control, ”said region akim K. Iskakov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/34154?lang=kk

An expanded meeting on landscaping and improvement of the ecological state of the city was held in Kostanay with the participation of Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov, the city administration and relevant services. The focus is on the implementation of the initiative of the Head of State Kassym—Jomart Tokayev "Taza Kazakhstan", which has become a new strategy for the formation of ecological culture in the country."Taza Kazakhstan is not a fashion trend, but a new social standard. We have to start small — with a clean yard, a well-tended tree, and a green park. Ecological culture should become the norm of life," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized, opening the meeting.Large-scale improvement plansAccording to the governor of the region, in 2025, more than 37% of the regional budget is directed to the development of the regional center. 17.1 billion tenge is provided for the improvement of urban infrastructure alone, which is 50% more than last year.Special attention is paid to the development of public spaces. This year, 7 parks and 3 squares with a total area of 93.5 hectares are being improved in Kostanay. Construction of a new 4-hectare family park has begun in the area of the former agricultural institute, and work will cover the surrounding area near the mosque. New recreation areas are planned in the MKR. Kunai, Pritobolsky Park, Central Square and other locations. There will also be a new park at the intersection of Temirbaev and Al-Farabi streets."We are not just creating parks, but modern points of attraction. At the same time, it is important not only to build such spaces, but also to maintain them efficiently. The responsibility lies with public utilities, businesses and every citizen," Kumar Aksakalov said.Ecology and landscapingSpecial attention was paid to landscaping issues at the meeting. In 2025, 52.7 thousand trees are planned to be planted in the region, of which 3,168 are in Kostanay. 970.1 million tenge is provided for the landscaping of the city, while part of these funds is allocated for the care of green spaces.Kumar Aksakalov instructed to stop the practice of illiterate and formal "crowning" of trees. Now all the work on the formation of the crown will be carried out only according to indications, with the participation of specialists. A specialized service for the care and accounting of green spaces will also be created, which will begin with a complete revision of the trees in the city."Planting a tree is good. But the real ecological approach is to preserve it, take care of it. We need perennial, stable plants, not seasonal flowers that die in a couple of months," said the head of the region.Modern courtyards and children's infrastructureNew playgrounds and sports grounds worth 1.3 billion tenge will be installed in 39 courtyards of Kostanay this year. All structures will be made of high-quality materials, with mandatory compliance with safety standards."The modern courtyard is a center of communication and life. Safety, comfort and quality must come first here," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Order in the city is a common causeAn important topic of the meeting was the maintenance of courtyards, adjacent territories of enterprises, institutions and trade facilities. The akim of the region instructed to amend the Rules for the improvement of settlements in order to expand the boundaries of business responsibility to sidewalks and roadways.The issue of organizing the removal of bulky and construction debris, which remains an unresolved problem, was also discussed. The governor of the region stressed that this could become a promising niche for entrepreneurship, in particular, in the field of processing. There are already 5 processing plants operating in the city, and in 2026, a new investment project for paper waste processing worth 7 billion tenge will begin.Landscaping control will be tightened, including video surveillance systems at container sites. The territory of the city will be divided into sections with the consolidation of responsible organizations, and the operational headquarters will regularly monitor the condition."Ecological culture is not a clean—up day once a year. This is everyone's daily choice. Only zero tolerance for litter and disorder will lead us to real order. "Taza Kazakhstan" is what we will leave to our children. And we must do everything to make them proud of their city," Kumar Aksakalov summed up.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/974855?lang=kk

A round table meeting titled "Ulttyk Kuryltai: Aldagy Maksattar and Mindetter" was held in Kyzylorda, attended by Malik Otarbayev, Advisor to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Nurlybek Nalibayev, the Akim of the region.The regional head discussed the socio-economic development of Kyzylorda and emphasized the importance of hosting the next National Kurultai meeting in the region in 2026. With the special support of the Head of State and the Government, Kyzylorda has become a hub for significant initiatives and creative projects. The region leads the republic in all major macroeconomic indicators, with the regional budget exceeding KZT 750 billion , up from KZT 364 billion three years ago. These funds are dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents and implementing large-scale infrastructure projects. With direct support from the Head of State, a new thermal power plant with a capacity of 240 megawatts is under construction in Kyzylorda. The Turkish company Aksa Energy, the investor, has invested KZT137 billion in the project and has completed over 70 percent of the work. The facility is set to be commissioned in September. Following the President's instructions, to prevent electricity shortages in the southern regions, an agreement was reached during an intergovernmental meeting in Qatar to build a combined-cycle plant with a capacity of 1,100 MW, costing KZT 892 billion. This megaproject is expected to be commissioned in 2028.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/974612?lang=kk

Today, the final meeting of the regional public council took place, attended by the head of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev. The meeting was chaired by the Chairman of the Council, Arip Khozhbanov. Participants included the chairman of the regional maslikhat, the chairman of the regional branch of the "AMANAT" party, deputy akims of the region, council members, and department heads. The akim emphasized the importance of the public council's work and future plans. He noted that public councils have become a significant and promising institution representing civil society's interests. During the council meetings, decisions are made that help ensure the transparency of executive bodies. This demonstrates the implementation of the "listening state" concept initiated by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. At the recent National Kurultai in Burabay, the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, proposed holding the next, 5th meeting of the National Kurultai in Kyzylorda. The public in the region welcomed the historic decision to hold it with satisfaction. With the special support of the President and the Government, the Kyzylorda region has become a hub for significant initiatives and creative projects. A positive trend has emerged in the region's socio-economic development. The third regional public council has successfully fulfilled its assigned tasks. The meeting was attended by council members, Honored Worker of Kazakhstan, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences Kylyshbai Bisenov, and the editor-in-chief of the newspaper "Akmeshit akshamy," Sarsenkul Bikhozhayeva. The public council consists of thirty members. Over the past three years, the Council has served as a dialogue platform between society and the executive branch. It has effectively organized public oversight, ensuring transparency in the activities of executive and self-government bodies. At the meeting, members of the third regional public council received letters of gratitude from the akim of the region and the Association of Public Councils under the Ministry of Culture and Information. In the coming days, the first meeting of the new composition of the regional public council will be held, where its chairman will be elected.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973954?lang=kk

As part of the implementation of the Head of State's instructions, about KZT 5 billion were allocated from the Government reserve as targeted transfers to the budget of the Kyzylorda region for the construction of hot water supply networks. The corresponding resolution was signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.Currently, Kyzylorda is the only regional center in the republic without a centralized hot water supply system.Multi-storey buildings in the city rely on electric or gas heating devices for hot water, which can lead to emergency situations.During his working visit to the region on October 10, 2023, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed that the issue of providing the city with a centralized hot water supply system be resolved by the end of 2025.The project, costing KZT 26.2 billion, is planned to be implemented in two stages. The first stage, covering 187 houses, will begin in 2024. The second stage will connect 236 houses this year. In 2024, more than KZT 11 billion will be allocated from the Government reserve for the first stage. The KZT 5 billion allocated from the Government reserve by this resolution will be used for priority work in the second stage this year. As a result of this project, 423 multi-storey residential buildings in Kyzylorda will be connected to the centralized hot water supply system.KZgovernment https://t.me/KZgovernment/16244  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973696?lang=kk

Today, the regional akim, Nurlybek Nalibayev, visited construction sites in the city of Kyzylorda. First, he reviewed the progress of the creative and innovative center being built by Bi Global LLP. Currently, work is underway on facade cladding, landscaping, interior decoration, and the installation of stained glass windows. A total of 260 people and 10 units of equipment are involved in the construction. Once completed, the center will offer services to children in sports and fitness, art and aesthetics, science and technology, and local history. Facilities will include courts for volleyball, basketball, and football, as well as a modern swimming pool. The head of the region also inspected the construction of a modern brick factory. Following a decision by the Regional Coordination Council, a 7-hectare plot was allocated for the plant in the Ondiris industrial zone in Kyzylorda. The project's cost is KZT 2.5 billion.The facility is projected to manufacture 90 million bricks annually. Currently, metal frameworks are being set up. The regional akim has reviewed the renovation of the 25th Anniversary of Independence Avenue. Since the previous year, efforts have been ongoing to reinforce the protective dam along the Syrdarya river from Beibarys Sultan Street to Abulkhair Khan Street, as well as to renovate 6.7 kilometers of the avenue. UAD LLP is overseeing the project, which has a budget of KZT 6 billion 656 million. So far, the construction of the road base and asphalt surfacing for a 1.2 km stretch has been finalized. Additionally, the Syrdarya riverbank has been cleared, a dam approximately 2.6 km long has been reinforced, and a wall measuring 1.4 km and a coastline of 820 meters have been constructed. At the new stadium on the left bank, the installation of metal structures for the eastern and western stands has been finalized, while walls, interior areas, and external stained glass windows are currently being built. External utility connections have been established. Work is ongoing to set up internal heating, water supply, electricity, and ventilation systems. The external walls and internal utility networks have been completed, and preparations for the installation of the football field and landscaping of the surrounding area are now commencing. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973686?lang=kk

A meeting of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, where the development of the tourism industry and digitalization was discussed. The Akim of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, participated in the meeting via teleconference. After the government meeting, the head of the region held a follow-up meeting. "Within a week, we need to make specific proposals on digitalization and further development of the tourism industry," said Akim N. Nalibayev. "We must ensure full implementation of the approved indicators and strengthen efforts to increase the number of tourists visiting our region. It is also important to inform about state support measures to subsidize the costs for entrepreneurs constructing tourist facilities and road service complexes." Responsible individuals were instructed to organize the mechanical cleaning of settlement areas and livestock yards before the start of spring disinfection measures. Additionally, it is necessary to analyze the effectiveness of the disinfection work and present the results to the Akimat of the region.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973673?lang=kk

Deputy akim of the region and special representative of the President of Kazakhstan for the Baikonur Complex, Kairat Nurtai, along with deputy akim Ardak Zebeshev, held a meeting with Sergey Letyagin, deputy head of the Baikonur City Administration. They discussed the potential of the electrical infrastructure at the Baikonur complex, as well as the development and use of renewable energy. Currently, there are two substations in Baikonur. The participants explored options for modernizing the energy infrastructure, building new power plants, and attracting investment. The akimat of the region is actively working on developing renewable energy sources to meet international commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions under the Paris Agreement. The region has nine solar power plants with a total capacity of 89 MW, three of which were established with foreign investment. Additionally, six projects with a total capacity of 201.5 MW are underway. The region has attracted KZT 62 billion to its economy and created 54 new jobs.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973664?lang=kk

A meeting focused on socio-economic indicators and personnel changes was held under the chairmanship of regional akim Nurlybek Nalibayev. During the meeting, the head of the region introduced the new head of the Department of Natural Resources and Nature Management Regulation for the Kyzylorda Region, Galymzhan Erkebay. Born in 1981, G. Erkebay received his education at Korkyt Ata State University. He began his career in 1997 at the Shagan agricultural firm. Over the years, he worked in the departments of architecture and urban planning, and land relations in Kyzylorda, holding positions such as leading specialist, chief specialist, head of sector, head of department, director of the branch of the State Urban Development Cadastre institution, and deputy akim of the Kazaly and Syrdarya districts. From August 2022 to the present, he has served as deputy akim of the city of Kyzylorda. The regional akim wished the new leader good luck in his new role and emphasized the importance of work in natural resource management. He noted that implementing measures to prevent and extinguish fires, protect, reproduce, and effectively use forest and water resources, as well as wildlife and fish resources in the state forest fund, is crucial. Planting saxaul on the drained territory of the Aral Sea requires consistent effort. It is also necessary to monitor the operations of landfills and sorting complexes in populated areas and to construct planned landfills that meet environmental standards. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973621?lang=kk

Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov visited the district of SKHI, where work began on the construction of a modern cultural and sports park on the site of the wasteland. The head of the region personally reviewed the preparatory activities and stressed the importance of the project for improving the quality of life of citizens.— The development of the city is, first of all, taking care of people. Every vacant plot should be transformed into a space for relaxation and inspiration," Kumar Aksakalov said.The future park will become a point of attraction for residents of the district and the entire city. The project provides everything necessary for active and family recreation: an amphitheater, children's and sports grounds, a skate park, green areas, lighting and sanitary modules. The construction is scheduled to be completed on November 4, 2025.The park project is a step towards creating a modern, comfortable and inspiring city where you want to live and develop.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/972901?lang=kk

Today, a meeting was held to discuss the project for constructing a sports and fitness center, chaired by regional akim Nurlybek Nalibayev. Attendees included Lyazzat Chingisbaeva, chairman of the board of the public fund "Kazakhstan Halkyna," industry leaders, representatives of the intelligentsia, and parents who received assistance from the fund for their children's treatment. During the meeting, a tripartite memorandum was signed between the akimat of the Kyzylorda region, the public fund "Kazakhstan Halkyna," and LLP "R and A Service LTD" for the construction of the sports and fitness center. The head of the region discussed their collaborative efforts and future plans. "On the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich, the public foundation 'Kazakhstan Halkyna' was established to address issues in healthcare, education, and social support. We have formed a close partnership and are implementing joint projects in the region. Today, with the foundation's support, we gathered for the signing ceremony of a tripartite agreement for the construction of a sports and fitness complex in Kyzylorda, valued at KZT 2.9 billion."With the special support of the President and the Government, large-scale projects are being implemented in our region. The regional budget has exceeded KZT 750 billion. Modern buildings are being constructed and handed over for the benefit of the people. As part of the President's call "Tugan zherdi birge tuleteyik!" entrepreneurs, public foundations, and philanthropists from our region are actively participating in charity events and contributing to the region's development. To date, sponsors have funded significant projects worth more than KZT 50 billion. We express our gratitude to the fund's staff for their dedicated work. We hope that our cooperation will be mutually beneficial in the future," N. Nalibayev noted.Lyazzat Chingisbayeva highly praised the work carried out in the region. The chairman of the regional council of veterans, Serik Duisenbayev, and labor veteran and public figure Ibragim Abibullaev also wished success in implementing the initiatives. Dosbol Sattibayev delivered a speech of thanks on behalf of the parents.It should be noted that the public fund "Kazakhstan Halkyna" is implementing projects in the region worth KZT 7 billion 150 million. Over the past two years, KZT 4 billion 800 million have been allocated to the healthcare sector. With these funds, Kamkorlyk centers were opened at the regional children's hospital and in the Zhanakorgan district, and necessary medicines were purchased. With the support of the fund, a Kamkorlyk center is also being built in the Aral district, which is planned to be operational in May. Additionally, the regional oncology center received a mobile medical complex for screening, valued at KZT 1 billion 100 million. Such complexes are available in only three regions of the country and now provide ongoing services to residents of remote settlements in the region. The Kazakhstan Halkyna Foundation is also working on a project to develop flagship schools in rural areas. As part of this project, six schools were modernized from 2022 to 2024 for a total of KZT 1 billion 500 million. This year, another KZT 500 million has been allocated to equip two schools. Thanks to the fund's sponsorship, a hangar-type sports complex worth KZT 172.5 million was built and handed over for use in the village of Aktogan in the Shieli district. In the coming days, a sports complex will open in the village of Akkyr in the Zhalagash district. Additionally, sports equipment was purchased and facilities were equipped in the Syrdarya district.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/972290?lang=kk

Akim of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, met with Serik Aksholakov, the Chairman of the Board of JSC "National Center for Neurosurgery." They discussed the work done and future plans in medicine, particularly in neurosurgery. The Kyzylorda region has a neurosurgical department with 25 beds and 11 neurosurgeons. Over the past year, six types of complex neurosurgical operations were introduced, and the same number of innovations is planned for this year. In the last three years, seven CT machines were provided to four district hospitals, including the Baikonur city hospital, and one MRI machine was installed in the regional multidisciplinary hospital. Doctors in the region performed 658 neurosurgical operations. Following the President's instructions, the national project "Modernization of Rural Health Care" plans to build 27 facilities. Under this project, 24 medical outpatient clinics, two feldsher-midwife stations, and one medical station have already been commissioned. This year, funds from a special state fund are planned for the construction of additional buildings for multidisciplinary district hospitals in the Shieli, Aral, Zhanakorgan, and Kazaly districts. As part of the "Auyl - el besigi" (Village - Support of the Country) program, an outpatient clinic in the village of Tan in the Zhalagash district and two medical facilities in the city of Kyzylorda have been commissioned. With local budget funds, an outpatient clinic with 15 beds was opened in the village of Temenaryk in the Zhanakorgan district, and a rural hospital with 40 beds was established in the village of Sekseul in the Aral district. A multidisciplinary hospital with 300 beds is under construction in the regional center. In July of last year, the regional blood center moved to a new building. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/972288?lang=kk

Members of the Republican Youth Forum participated in a tree planting initiative at the botanical garden of Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University. This event, part of the Taza Kazakhstan initiative, saw delegations from various regions planting young trees. The forum attendees highlighted the significance of environmental conservation and expressed their commitment to enhancing the ecological awareness among youth and advocating for nature protection. It is noteworthy that the region is currently hosting a forum to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan. Participants will have the opportunity to visit the Baikonur Cosmodrome to witness a rocket launch and explore a museum that showcases the evolution of the space industry, its milestones, and the history of the first cosmodrome. A ceremonial flag transfer for the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and the "Youth Assembly" intended for space will also occur. Additionally, guests will explore the museum located in the Korkyt Ata Memorial Complex, which is a remarkable example of architectural artistry. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/971473?lang=kk

Akim of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, met with Senate member Nuriya Niyazova and Timur Dzhumurbayev, chairman of the republican public association "Assembly of Zhastary." The meeting focused on the work done in the region to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and the tasks ahead. It was noted that the region recognizes outstanding young individuals in education, science, sports, medicine, culture, and entrepreneurship, who contribute to the development of state youth policy, with the annual "Syr Umіti" award from the akim. To address the housing needs of young people, the "Syr Zhastary" program is being implemented, with KZT 1.2 billion allocated from the regional budget for loans through "Otbasy Bank." Each year, 100 young families participate in the regional youth housing program. Almost all district centers have established "Rukhaniyat" centers, where veterans' councils, women's councils, archives, museums, and youth centers operate under one roof. The Public Accords Cabinet is available for APK members. Additionally, ethnocultural associations in the regional center actively work in the Friendship House, while in the districts, they operate in the "Rukhaniyat" centers, enhancing interethnic relations. This year, construction of a new standard building for the Friendship House began on S. Beibarys Street in Kyzylorda, set to be completed by the end of the year. N. Niyazova and T. Dzhumurbayev highlighted the positive progress in the region, noting that all efforts will further strengthen friendship and harmony among young people and between different ethnic groups.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/971427?lang=kk

The Republican Youth Forum "Syr Eli - Dostyk Mekeni" began at the Friendship House to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan. More than one hundred active representatives of the RPO "Assembly of Zhastary" from all regions of the country participated.The forum included a plenary session with the akim of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev; Nuriya Niyazova, a deputy of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Akerke Abylaikhan, deputy chairman of the Committee for Higher and Postgraduate Education of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education; and Timur Dzhumurbayev, chairman of the RPO "Assembly of Zhastary." N. Nalibayev congratulated the forum participants on the 30th anniversary of the APK and wished them success. He also shared good news: a new Friendship House is being built in Kyzylorda to mark the anniversary of the APK. This modern building for ethnocultural associations will help strengthen unity and solidarity in Kyzylorda. Additionally, on the holiday of unity of the people of Kazakhstan, May 1, the Creative Academy will open in the regional center.In her report, N. Niyazova discussed the implementation of state policy in the interethnic sphere, highlighting the role of the National Kurultai and the APK in strengthening the unity of the people of Kazakhstan. A. Abylaikhan emphasized the importance of knowing the history of the country and their region. She encouraged young people to be open to new experiences, confidently pursue new achievements, and contribute to the country's development. Meanwhile, T. Dzhumurbayev announced that flags featuring the emblem of the 30th anniversary of the APK and the logo of the "Assembly of Zhastary" will be sent into space on a spacecraft launched on April 8 from the Baikonur Cosmodrome. Tomorrow, guests will take a tour of the Baikonur Cosmodrome and watch the rocket launch. At the Baikonur Museum, they will learn about the development of the space industry, the space achievements of our country, and the history of the first cosmodrome. The flags of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and the youth wing of the Assembly will be officially sent into space. Thus, the flag with the emblem of the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan will rise into space for the first time.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/971415?lang=kk

In order to fulfill the instructions of the Head of State on the development of interregional cooperation and the Kazakhstan content by the akimats of the regions of the republic, work is underway to establish mutually beneficial cooperation and support of domestic producers. So, within the framework of the V international investment forum "Aktobe Invest-2017", akim of Aktyubinsk and Kostanay regions Berdybek Saparbayev and Archimedes Mukhambetov signed a memorandum on interregional cooperation and industrial cooperation.Speaking at the forum, Archimedes Mukhambetov noted that - the main outcome of any forum is the signing of documents, memoranda, agreements. "Today we concluded memorandums on cooperation in the spheres of economy, industrialization, development of SMEs with the Aktobe region. A memorandum on cooperation in the field of culture was also signed, within which this year will be the Days of Kostanay region in the Aktobe region, next year will be the Days of the Aktyubinsk region in Kostanay. In addition, we intend to cooperate with the West Kazakhstan State Medical University in attracting specialists. Today in our region there is a shortage of qualified doctors, and we want to attract the staff of this university, "akim of Kostanay oblast informed. He also noted that a large delegation of Kostanay businessmen had arrived to participate in the forum in Aktobe. Many of them have successfully used the opportunity to expand the market for their products."For example, an agreement has been signed with Aktobe City Akimat, we will supply Kazakhstan-made elevators here. Many other suggestions. Most importantly, this forum, in accordance with the instruction of the Head of our state, strengthens interregional cooperation, "Archimedes Mukhambetov stressed.It should be noted that more than 500 people took part in the work of the forum "Aktobe Invest-2017". Among them Akim of Aktyubinsk region Berdybek Saparbayev, akim of Kostanai region Archimed Mukhambetov, governor of Orenburg region of the Russian Federation Yuri Berg, vice-minister for investments and development of Kazakhstan Erlan Khairov, leading foreign experts, heads of ministries and departments, national companies, financial institutions, and foreign enterprises. The main plenary session discussed the theme "EXPO-2017: The Impulse of Regional Development". Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/20813?lang=kk

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