Today, in the Palace of Schoolchildren, Akim of North Kazakhstan Region Gauez Nurmukhambetov congratulated young North Kazakhstanis on the upcoming New Year on a festive tree on behalf of the President of the country. The Christmas tree was attended by children from all over the region — excellent students, Olympic medalists, children from large and low-income families, orphans and children with special needs. A bright New Year's performance was prepared for them, and at the end, each child was presented with gifts on behalf of the Head of State.The head of the region wished the young people of North Kazakhstan happiness, health, good studies and great success in the coming year. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/908553

In Mangystau region, construction works have been completed and 4 new schools, built as part of the Comfortable School national project implemented by the head of state, are fully ready for operation.Today, on December 24, akim of the region Nurdaulet Kilybai got acquainted with the current state of the school, built in the 33rd microdistrict of Aktau city. The 1,200-seat educational institution is equipped in accordance with modern requirements and provides all the necessary conditions for students to receive a high-quality education. The facility is fully ready to receive children by the 3rd quarter.In addition, new schools within the framework of the national project are located in the 19th and 17th microdistricts of Aktau city, as well as in the "Khazar" microdistrict of Batyr village, Munaily district. These schools will start operating in January 2025, that is, from the third quarter of the academic year. Measures are currently being taken to organize the educational process.Akim of the region Nurdaulet Kilybai gave a positive assessment of the quality of construction and equipment of new schools, stressing that special attention should be paid to improving the level of education.Press service of Akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/908573

The children's Christmas tree "Kosh Keldin, Zhana zhyl!" was held in Aktobe. 180 young Aktobe residents were invited to the traditional Presidential New Year tree.These are children from large and low-income families, orphans and those left without parental care, children with special educational needs, as well as children who have achieved success in studies and sports.The holiday began with a bright theatrical performance, where children met with their favorite characters from fairy tales and cartoons, Santa Claus and the Snow Maiden. The magical atmosphere and New Year decorations gave the participants unforgettable emotions.Akim of the region Askhat Shakharov congratulated the children on the upcoming New Year."Dear children! I want you to always believe in yourself and pursue your dreams. Each of you has a talent, and our task is to help you discover it. May the New Year bring you joy, health and inspiration for new achievements.Study well, please your parents and teachers. Become smart, educated, kind, and talented people. Respect your elders, love your homeland and be the pride of our people. Remember that education and hard work will help you achieve any heights.May this New Year be the beginning of great victories for each of you!" the mayor wished the children.The organizers of the event have prepared an entertainment program with contests, songs and dances. The children actively participated in the games and were happy to share their impressions of the holiday. In memory of such a holiday, each child was given gifts.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/908413

Two new medical centers have been built and commissioned in two villages of the Alginsky district of Aktobe region – Karabulak and Tokmansai.For 340 residents of the village of Karabulak, the new medical facility will have a reception department, a treatment room, a vaccination room, a filter and a therapeutic office.Tokmansai village is also home to more than 300 people who will be able to receive medical care in a modern equipped medical center.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/908430

In Priozersk, seven residents of the city were awarded the Talap-2024 Akim Award. It is awarded to the best representatives of various professions and youth activists. Applications for participation in the competition were submitted by the applicants themselves. The portfolio contained information about their achievements in the professional field and in public life.– I found out about the Talap-2024 award from Instagram and decided to apply. She attached the certificates and commendation sheets of her students to it. Among them were certificates for prizes at school, city, and regional Olympiads. I also attached certificates confirming my participation in professional development seminars," says Gulnaz Dzhantasova, a physics teacher who is recognized as the best young teacher in Priozersk. – It's nice that my work has not gone unnoticed.The winners of the Talap-2024 award also became:- Yerkhan Raimbayev – "The best young activist";- Almaz Mahatsha – "The Best Young Rescuer";- Azat Adbikhalykov – "The best district inspector";- Nursultan Kystaubai – "The best young athlete";- Andrey Kurbatov – "The best young medical worker";- Aidos Taizhanov is the "Best young soldier".All the winners received diplomas and cash prizes in the amount of 100 thousand tenge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/908359

By the end of 2024, the socio-economic development of the Mangystau region was stable, and the main macro indicators show positive results.The main directions of the region's development are the processing industry, tourism, transport and logistics, small and medium-sized businesses, as well as the agro-industrial complex. In order to give a new impetus to the sustainable development of these areas, work is underway to attract investment to the region. Over the past five years, 4 trillion tenge has been invested in the region. In 2024-2026, 42 investment projects with a total investment value of 666 billion tenge are planned to be implemented in various sectors of the economy. Of these, 14 projects worth 36 billion tenge were launched in 11 months of this year, as a result, 435 new permanent jobs were opened.Steady growth rates are maintained in the manufacturing industry. The share in the total production volume of the industry 5 years ago was 2.8%, and now this figure is at 6.2%, with an increase of 9.0%.The region's agricultural sector is also gaining momentum. Compared to last year, in 2024, with an increase of 24.5%, products worth 34.5 billion tenge were produced. Of these, the volume of livestock production increased by 31.2%. 4 billion tenge was raised, and a food storage warehouse was put into operation.In 2025, it is planned to implement projects for the construction of a greenhouse complex, the production of eggs and poultry meat worth 3.5 billion tenge. In addition, 3,300 olive trees were planted in the Karakiyansky district as a pilot project. If the expected result is achieved, this project is planned to be further developed.All types of land, sea and air transportation are available in the region. The current goal is to make rational use of existing opportunities and further develop the potential of transport and logistics. 97% of local roads are in good and satisfactory condition. This year, 2 constructions and 10 reconstruction works are underway on 215 km of local roads.Since the beginning of the year, the volume of cargo transshipment through the ports of Aktau, Kuryk and the Northern Terminal has amounted to 6.8 million tons, an increase of 3.4%. Transshipment of feeder cargo has reached 52.3 thousand container units, an increase of 2.5 times.In 2024-2026, it is planned to modernize 44 kilometers of main heating networks to provide Aktau residents with high-quality utilities. This year, 11.5 kilometers of worn-out heat pipes were completely replaced as part of the 1st stage of the project. In order to gradually solve the problem of drinking water supply in the Mangystau region, 10 projects with a total desalination capacity of 140.5 thousand cubic meters are planned to be implemented by 2025.After a 30-year hiatus, professional fishing began to develop in Mangystau. A number of investors were attracted to revive this type of economy, which developed rapidly during the Soviet era and then stopped. Modern vessels for fishing in the Caspian Sea have been purchased today. Four more vessels will be purchased next year. Thus, in 2025 it is planned to catch up to 20 thousand tons of fish in the sea.For 11 months of 2024, entities operating in the field of small and medium-sized businesses produced products worth 1 trillion tenge. This year, 17.5 billion tenge has been allocated as part of a single comprehensive business support program. With these funds, 1,231 projects were supported and 411 jobs were saved. 373 new jobs are also being created.This year, 215,000 tourists from foreign countries and regions of Kazakhstan visited Mangystau. This is a 20% increase compared to last year. The volume of services rendered in the field of tourism increased by 40%, amounting to 6.6 billion tenge.There are also positive changes in the field of education. This year, 4 schools with 4,800 places have been commissioned in the Mangystau region, and 14 private educational institutions with 6,510 places have been opened. 13 schools are under construction as part of the Comfort School national project.Aktau city bus fleet has also been updated by 100%. This year, it is planned to purchase 120 buses powered by methane fuel in Mangystau through leasing financing. To date, 70 buses have been delivered to the region, and delivery of the remaining 50 units is expected in February next year.Press service of Akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/908337

On December 24, a traditional Presidential New Year tree was organized in Aktau. 200 children took part in the solemn event. Among them are orphans and those left without parental care, from low-income and large families, with special educational needs, as well as gifted children who have achieved success in studies, sports and creativity.The head of the region, Nurdaulet Kilybai, on behalf of the head of state Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, congratulated the children on the upcoming New Year holiday and conveyed to them the wishes of the president.- Children are our future. Each of them deserves a happy childhood. The Head of state always supports the younger generation and takes care of them. Today's Christmas tree is a prime example of this. In order for you to receive a high-quality education and become a strong specialist, new schools are being opened in the region. I wish you all a Happy New Year, and I wish you health, happiness and success," said Nurdaulet Kilybai.As part of the event, children were presented with various theatrical performances and entertainment programs. The program with the participation of Santa Claus, the Snow Maiden and the symbol of 2025, the snake, gave the young residents of the region a special mood. At the same time, a musical show of the region's creative teams took place, children sang, danced and took part in a festive Christmas tree lighting ceremony.An excursion to the Abish Kekilbayev Regional Museum of Local Lore and Kabibolla Sydykov Universal Library will also be organized for the children participating in the holiday.It should be noted that 12 talented schoolchildren from the region went to the New Year's carnival "Gazhaiptar Ornaganda", which was held at the republican educational and recreation center "Baldauren" from December 5 to 24. And on December 25, 5 children from Mangystau region, belonging to the category of social assistance, will visit the republican Christmas tree "Zhana zhyl Republic of Thailand" organized on behalf of the President in Astana.At the end of the event, special New Year gifts were presented to all children on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Press service of Akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/908342

Today, during the regular meeting of the Akimat of the Kostanay region, workers in the energy sector were awarded for their significant contribution to the development of the region. The awards were presented on behalf of the Head of State by the Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov.Awardees:•Order of "Kurmet":Valery Konstantinovich Khokhlachev - Head of the 220 kV "Zarechnaya" electrical substation, Mezhregionenergotransit LLP.•Order of "Enbek Danky" of the 3rd degree:Igor Petrovich Romanyuk - Power Engineer of JSC "Sokolovsko-Sarbai Mining and Processing Production Association".Sultanbek Bauyrzhan Khamitbekuly - Head of the Shop of the State Enterprise "Arkalyk Thermal Power Company".•Medal "Eren enbegi ushin":Raisov Nurlan Kurmangalievich - electric gas welder of the State Enterprise "Arkalyk Thermal Power Company"."Your work is the foundation for the development of energy and stability in the region. I wish you good health, professional success and well-being," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Digitalization of rural areasOne of the key issues was the development of digital infrastructure in the region. The head of the region Kumar Aksakalov emphasized that providing access to high-quality Internet is a strategically important task aimed at eliminating the digital divide between the city and the village.Main achievements and plans:•In 2024, the construction of antennas in 15 rural settlements was completed.•In January-February 2025, another 29 villages will receive access to the Internet, which will provide communication to 15 thousand people.•In 2025, antenna structures will be built in 52 villages with a population of 5 thousand people.The development of digital infrastructure is important for the region:•Schoolchildren and students will have access to online education.•Rural residents will be able to use telemedicine.•Farmers will be able to automate farms, which will increase productivity.•Access to government services and financial services will be simplified.“Our goal is to cover all rural areas of the region with high-quality Internet, which will contribute to improving the quality of life and developing the economy,” the akim of the region noted.Epidemiological situation: disease preventionThe epidemiological situation was also analyzed during the meeting. To date, such diseases as diphtheria, anthrax, rubella, mumps have not been registered in the region. The measles situation has stabilized.However, an increase in whooping cough, viral hepatitis and acute respiratory viral infections has been recorded, mainly among unvaccinated citizens. In this regard, the following tasks have been set:•Strengthen vaccination against influenza and human papillomavirus.•Intensify information and outreach work among the population.Fight against brucellosis:Since the main source of the disease is infected farm animals, it was instructed to:•Conduct sanitary cleaning of the territories of populated areas.•Strengthen disinfection of farms and private households.Drinking water qualitySpecial attention is paid to monitoring the quality of drinking water. Compared to last year, there has been an improvement:•Discrepancies in microbiological indicators decreased by 0.4%.•Discrepancies in water from wells and boreholes - by 2.6%.Results of the meeting:The epidemiological situation in the region remains stable. Thanks to active prevention and the introduction of modern technologies, the region continues to develop. The Akimat of Kostanay region will continue to work to improve living conditions, access to high-quality Internet and healthcare.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/908361

A large-scale expansion project has been launched at the Karaganda CHPP-3. It is planned to install a new power unit by 2028. The increase in capacity is extremely important, as the city is actively being built up. A plan has been developed to ensure reliable energy supply to the region and meet the growing demand for heat and electricity. The expansion of CHP-3 is one of the points of this strategy. The project of Karaganda Energy Center LLP, which is part of the Kazakhstan Municipal Systems Group of companies, is being implemented with the support of the Akimat of the Karaganda region. A contract has been signed with the Eurasian Development Bank for financing."Our cooperation will allow us to introduce modern technologies, improve the reliability of energy supply and contribute to the development of the Karaganda region," said Ruslan Dalenov, Deputy Chairman of the EDB Board."The company has assumed obligations to the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan to further expand the capacity of CHP-3. An investment agreement has been signed on the implementation of a project to install an additional power unit. The commissioning of new equipment – a boiler unit and a turbine – will increase the electric capacity of the plant by 140 MW and the thermal capacity by 180 Gcal/h," noted Karaganda Energy Center LLP.Advanced solutions are provided for the design of the new power unit. The new boiler unit will be equipped with modern environmental equipment, which will reduce environmental pollution. In addition, the project will create 55 new jobs.– The expansion of CHP-3 is not just an investment in energy, it is a contribution to the future of the region and the well—being of its residents. Thanks to the installation of a new power unit, we are not only strengthening the energy supply to the Karaganda region, but also working to improve environmental production standards. In addition, the project provides for an increase in jobs," says Sabyrgali Idrissov, General Director of Kazakhstan Municipal Systems LLP.This is not the first project to expand the station. In 2012, a new turbine was introduced, and in 2016, a power unit. But every year the shortage of thermal power is growing. The solution to this problem is urgent. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/908330

A lot of emotions and impressions were presented to the children by the traditional Christmas tree of the akim of the Karaganda region. On behalf of the Head of State, guests from all over the region gathered for the New Year's holiday.200 children led round dances and had fun: pupils of orphanages and boarding schools, children with disabilities, children from low-income families and excellent students, winners of contests and competitions.A theatrical fairy-tale performance "Kosh keldin, zhana zhyl" was prepared for children.Together with Aldar the Scythe and the fairy-tale characters, the participants drove away the evil pirates.Then we went on a magical journey, played, danced.The laser show added a New Year's atmosphere. Together with Santa Claus and the Snow Maiden, the children lit the New Year's beauty. The Snail, the symbol of 2024, passed the baton to a funny Snake.And the guests themselves were in fancy dress.The images are very different: beautiful Snowflakes and Queens, Batyrs and Rescue Heroes, Wizards and Musketeers.On behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev congratulated the children on the upcoming holiday.— I am glad to meet you before the New Year! This is a holiday that gives us faith in a fairy tale, fulfillment of desires. You are the main characters of this magical time. May this day bring you a lot of joy, vivid emotions and the kindest memories! Each of you is unique, talented and very important to us. Your smiles are our biggest reward," said the head of the region. — We adults will always be there to help you grow, learn, create and dream. New Year is the time to start something new and do everything to make your dreams come true. May your world always be filled with warmth, care and love!Each participant of the celebration received a gift. In addition to a set of sweets, the children were given cell phones, encyclopedias and backpacks.The twins Bogdan and Gleb Weissbein came from Temirtau to the New Year's tree. They study at a specialized school, the Lyceum of information technology "Ozat". Winners of the physics and chemistry Olympiads.— This is the first time at such a celebration. We were very happy when we were invited. We're masked as gangsters, but we're very kind at heart. On the eve of the upcoming New Year, we would like to wish everyone peace and kindness, good health and, of course, love," the excellent students congratulated on the holiday.Little Santa Claus Zhantore Kaysar wished everyone miracles and wish fulfillment.— I have never seen such a performance as today. Everything is magical and wonderful. It's been a good year for me. She participated in various Olympiads and competitions. The progress is good, and then, I hope, everything will be even better," said Veronika Marchenko, who came from Shakhtinsk.After the show program, a festive table was set for the children. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/908273

Daria Zaitseva opened the Wonder Kids Correction and Development Center two years ago.She and her colleagues help children with special needs. This year, the entrepreneur received a grant from the state to expand her social business.– My center has been operating for two and a half years. We have ABA therapists, educators, tutors, speech pathologists. We work with children with different diagnoses, mainly autism spectrum disorders, delays in psychological and speech development. We have 20 children studying now – we can't take any more on safety grounds. The received grant will allow us to expand. We plan to purchase new equipment and open a Montessori therapy room for children under one year old," said the entrepreneur.Daria Zaitseva is currently undergoing a refresher course that will allow her to identify and correct the first signs of developmental delays in children in their first year of life. According to the businesswoman, such an early diagnosis avoids complications in the future and significantly increases the effectiveness of psychocorrection.This year in Kazakhstan, a new format of business support is grants for the development of social entrepreneurship. They finance startups that help solve social problems or meet high public demand. A special register of social entrepreneurs has been created in the Karaganda region.It includes business projects in the fields of education and medicine, psychological and pedagogical services and projects involving the employment of representatives of socially vulnerable segments of the population.There are 13 social entrepreneurs in the region's registry.Of these, 11 are located in Karaganda, one each in Balkhash and Bukhar-Zhyrau district.The state allocates grants of up to five million tenge for the development of socially significant projects. In 2024, 13 social entrepreneurs of the region received state grants. A total of 60 million tenge has been allocated for the development of their projects. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/908131

Today, a new Reception Center for citizens has been opened under the Akimat of the North Kazakhstan region within the framework of the concept of a "Hearing State" and the fulfillment of the President's instructions to reformat work with the population. The head of the region Gauez Nurmukhambetov, heads of law enforcement agencies, deputies, veterans and members of the public got acquainted with the work of the new center. Comfortable conditions for visitors have been created in the new front office, digital standards have been introduced, and all processes have been automated. The center is equipped with waiting and treatment areas, an electronic queue and offices for personal reception of citizens. Visitors will be able to submit applications, make an appointment with heads of government agencies and receive advice from relevant departments. There is a separate office for receiving people with special needs.The center forms a single ecosystem for interacting with citizens, analyzing appeals allows you to accurately determine the needs of residents, according to which government agencies plan their work and form a budget. Thus, the wishes of citizens are taken into account in the process of developing and making a decision.Akim of the region and heads of government agencies held a reception for citizens. No appeal will be ignored. The task of government agencies is to hear the problem and find its optimal solution. In general, it should be noted that the unified dialogue platform builds trusting relations between government agencies and the public on the most pressing issues. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/908244

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Karaganda athletes won bronze in the women's team race at the Kazakhstan Speed Skating Championships. Nadezhda Egorova, Irina Gutman and Evgenia Gabdulbarova showed good results.The strongest athletes of the country competed at the competitions. 11 people from the Karaganda region were allowed to participate. The result was a bronze medal in the women's team race.– There were very serious rivals. Athletes have good conditions in Astana and Almaty. Unfortunately, we don't have our own ice rink for training. We mostly prepare when we attend training camps. In any case, this is a good result. The girls also fulfilled the Master of sports standard," says Dmitry Lazarev, senior skating coach of the Karaganda region.Earlier, the Kazakhstan Junior Speed Skating Championship was held. Karaganda residents won medals here too. Third place in the team sprint, where Pavel Manankov, Mikhail Brovko, Ivan Drozdov and Ivan Shiridzyanov competed. And also a bronze medal in the team race. Ivan Drozdov, Mikhail Brovko, Yerasyl Bakhtiyaruly, and Ivan Shiridzyanov scored.In addition, Pavel Manankov from Karaganda won silver in the individual competition at a distance of 1,500 m and fulfilled the standard of the master of sports.The skating season will continue in January. Ahead of the adult and youth championships of Kazakhstan, the final of the Cup of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the sports contest among adults of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which is held once every four years. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/907981

Parents of special children once again met with the akim of Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev. At the final, fourth meeting this year, issues of accessibility of education, medical care, employment, cultural leisure and sports activities for children with disabilities were raised. Heads of regional administrations, akims of cities and districts participated in the discussion.The number of children with special educational needs is growing in the region. If there were about 15 thousand such children in December 2023, today there are almost 20 thousand of them.An office of psychological and pedagogical correction in Balkhash and an additional PMPK in Karaganda have recently been opened. The Kazakhstan Khalqyna Foundation has installed adapted sports and children's playgrounds in 10 special educational institutions.– This year, for the first time in the region, a state educational order was implemented for special psychological and pedagogical support for special children. We managed to reach 300 people," says Gulbakyt Zhunusova, Head of the Department of Education. – Two support rooms have been opened in secondary schools in Shakhtinsk and Temirtau. There is a sensory integration room in secondary school No. 5 in Karaganda.The issue of opening an Autism Center in Temirtau and expanding the rehabilitation center in Karaganda is being considered.In 2025, invataxi should be available in all cities and districts for people with mental disabilities over the age of 18.The number of sports sections for children with special needs is increasing every year. Next year, it is planned to cover about 600 people in cities and districts with sports activities through the state social order.The parents made a proposal to include AFC in the mandatory curriculum of the Karaganda university, which trains physical education teachers. The Department of Education promised to consider this issue.This year, new play areas have been installed in Karaganda for children with disabilities. So far, they are only in Central Park and Duduk. Next year, the same sites should appear in other areas of the city. Ermaganbet Bulekpayev instructed the akims of cities and districts to organize similar play spaces in their settlements.– Akims and heads of departments should constantly meet with parents of special children and find out their needs. I want to thank my parents for their active participation and colleagues, even though I often criticize them. We must deal with all the issues that were raised today. The consciousness that everyone is equal should be formed in society. Special children and adults should walk freely in public places and just live like everyone else," the head of the region emphasized.Oksana Yugai, co-founder of the Batyl Zhurek Public charitable Foundation, noted that meetings with the akim of the region help to resolve parents' issues."The real result is noticeable," she says. – Cities and districts have been connected. There are fewer questions, but they are still there. We need a school for children with mental disabilities in Karaganda. We really need tutors in boarding schools, but this is a matter for the ministry. The most important thing is that the government hears us. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/908063

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At a meeting of district police inspectors and juvenile affairs inspectors in the Karaganda region, the results of the past year were summed up, attention was focused on the prevention of offenses on the eve of the New Year holidays, and the scaling of best practices was discussed.— It is you, district inspectors and juvenile inspectors, who are at the forefront of law enforcement and crime prevention. The safety of our citizens depends on the effectiveness of your work. Precinct officers need to constantly improve their professional level, keep in touch with the public, and respond to emerging threats in a timely manner. If an employee works efficiently, then there is always order in his area," said Negmet Ismagulov, head of the police department.This year alone, 200 police vehicles have been purchased at the expense of the budget, as well as several mobile police stations in Karaganda. This was stated by Deputy akim of the region Aldeney Alibek.To enhance the image and stimulate the activities of district inspectors in the region, an annual "Best by Profession" competition has been held since last year. The winners are awarded the prize of the akim of the region in the amount of 2 million tenge. This year, Aydin Bulkenov was recognized as the "Best district inspector in an urban area." He works as a district inspector of the South-Eastern police Department of Karaganda. Ernur Atkenov from the Karkaraly district police department became the "Best district inspector in rural areas."Also, the winners of the regional competition "Best in profession" among district inspectors, juvenile and patrol police inspectors were awarded with diplomas of the police department and watches with the symbols of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/908153

Since the beginning of December this year, more than 250 agricultural fairs have been held in the regions of Kazakhstan, which were attended by about a million citizens.These data were announced at a meeting on price stabilization for basic foodstuffs chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin. As noted by First Vice Minister of Trade and Integration Aizhan Bizhanova, fairs have shown high demand among the population, imported volumes of products are almost completely sold out."Most potatoes were sold in the Karaganda region – 110 tons, in Almaty – 90 tons, 45 tons of potatoes were sold in Shymkent over the holiday weekend," the first Vice Minister noted. In parallel with the fairs, regional markets receive vegetables from stabilization funds. As announced by Vice Minister of Agriculture Yermek Kenzhekhanuly, as of December 19, 9.2 thousand tons of potatoes, 2.6 thousand tons of carrots, 2.8 thousand tons of onions and 2.1 thousand tons of cabbage were sold from the stabilization funds. The meeting also presented a timetable for the distribution of vegetables until May of this year, taking into account the needs of each region. According to the results of last week, the average price growth index for social food products was 0.1%, and since the beginning of the year it has been 1.1%. Following the meeting, Serik Zhumangarin instructed not to reduce the activity of fairs and strengthen control over compliance with trade legislation in order to prevent unjustified price increases on the eve of the New Year holidays.primeminister.kz Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/908193

The 25th meeting of the Council of Heads of Accreditation Bodies of the Member States of the Eurasian Economic Union was held this year under the chairmanship of the Accreditation Body of the Republic of Armenia via videoconference. The National Accreditation Center was represented by Director General Iskander Khamitov.The participants considered four issues, including the implementation of the Procedure for mutual comparative assessments by the accreditation bodies of the EAEU member States; the implementation of the Work Plan of the Council of Heads in 2024 and proposals for the formation of a Work Plan for 2025; the chairmanship of the Council in 2025 and others.During the discussion of the agenda, in particular, information from the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center on the implementation of recommendations formed based on the results of a mutual comparative assessment of the CCA by the accreditation authorities of the EAEU member States in 2024 was taken into account.Currently, the participants have started forming a group for mutual comparative assessment of the accreditation body of the Republic of Armenia. Zhanara Sagimbayeva, head of the NCA Laboratory Accreditation Department, was proposed as the head of the group.During the meeting, the Accreditation Body of the Republic of Belarus presented draft forms of documents necessary for mutual comparative assessments, improved taking into account the comments of experts from the accreditation bodies of the EAEU member states, announced at a working meeting on December 17 this year.The NCA spoke positively about the work of the Belarusian State Accreditation Center to finalize the forms of documents required for mutual comparative assessments, and took the initiative to develop a procedural document on the selection and appointment of groups for mutual comparative assessment of EAEU accreditation bodies.Following the meeting, the chairmanship of the Council of Heads of Accreditation Bodies of the EAEU Member States for 2025 was officially transferred to the Republic of Belarus.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/908030

Since the beginning of December this year, more than 250 agricultural fairs have been held in the regions of Kazakhstan, which were attended by about a million citizens.Such data was announced at a meeting on price stabilization for basic foodstuffs chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin. As noted by First Vice Minister of Trade and Integration Aizhan Bizhanova, fairs have shown high demand among the population, imported volumes of products are almost completely sold out."Most potatoes were sold in the Karaganda region - 110 tons, in Almaty - 90 tons, 45 tons of potatoes were sold in Shymkent over the holiday weekend," the first Vice Minister noted. In parallel with the fairs, regional markets receive vegetables from stabilization funds. As announced by Vice Minister of Agriculture Yermek Kenzhekhanuly, as of December 19, 9.2 thousand tons of potatoes, 2.6 thousand tons of carrots, 2.8 thousand tons of onions and 2.1 thousand tons of cabbage were sold from the stabilization funds. The meeting also presented a timetable for the distribution of vegetables until May of this year, taking into account the needs of each region. According to the results of last week, the average price growth index for social food products was 0.1%, and since the beginning of the year it has been 1.1%. Following the meeting, Serik Zhumangarin instructed not to reduce the activity of fairs and strengthen control over compliance with trade legislation in order to prevent unjustified price increases on the eve of the New Year holidays.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/907570