With the support of the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Electronica Expo Kazakhstan 2025 — the key event in electronics, electrical engineering, and digital technologies in Central Asia — will take place from July 9 to 11, 2025, at the International Exhibition Center “EXPO” in Astana.The exhibition will showcase cutting-edge solutions — from electronic components and modules to interactive systems, consumer electronics, and ready-made digital solutions — all in one place.More than 150 companies from 10 countries, 35+ speakers, and interactive master classes await you at the exhibition. You will also enjoy a rich business program: business conferences, round tables on energy efficiency and energy saving, panel sessions on AI, a drone football tournament, robotics competitions, and much more.Electronica Expo Kazakhstan is the key business event for the industry, bringing together developers, manufacturers, and distributors of electronics, end users, service organizations, and other industry representatives engaged in product promotion and procurement on one platform.Entry to the exhibition is free with prior registration.For more information about the exhibition, please contact us via WhatsApp at +905368106898 or email us at info@electronica-expo.com. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/1029039?lang=kk

In Vietnam, in the province of Baria Vung Tau, the Asian Wrestling Championship was held among athletes under the age of 17 and under 23. More than a thousand young wrestlers from 24 countries competed. As part of the national team of Kazakhstan, the Karaganda region was represented by two athletes, they returned home with medals.- Vietnam hosted the continental championship for the first time. The tournament is of great importance for the development of the wrestling movement in Asia, and also provides an opportunity to share experiences and improve skills," said Mohamad Awamleh, President of the Asian Wrestling Federation.At competitions among wrestlers under the age of 23, Angelina Pervukhina from Karaganda won bronze, competing in the 55 kg weight category. She trains at the School of Higher Sports Excellence in the Karaganda region.Askhab Khadzhiev, a graduate of the Regional Boarding School-College of the Olympic Reserve named after A. Moldagulova, also became the bronze medalist. He took third place in freestyle wrestling in the 79 kg weight category.According  to the press service of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Karaganda region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1023673?lang=kk

On behalf of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Olzhas Bektenov, new growth points have begun to be formed in Balkhash. The first step will be the creation of a small industrial zone on the vacant sites of Kazakhmys industrial facilities. In the future, it should grow into an industrial one. The project is aimed at diversifying the economy of a single-industry town, developing the non-resource sector, attracting investors to open new production facilities and providing additional jobs.Akim of Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev held a meeting on this issue during his working trip to Balkhash.Akim of Balkhash Sapar Satayev reported that the work is currently being carried out jointly with the main industrial giant of Balkhash, Kazakhmys Corporation.Based on the analysis, priority areas are identified: metalworking and technical services, production of construction and packaging materials, logistics and warehouse complexes, engineering and energy services. These industries have high potential for localization and cooperation, Sapar Satayev noted.Ermaganbet Bulekpayev stressed the importance of operational actions. - New growth points are a strategic objective for the sustainable development of Balkhash. I am instructing you to start engineering communications right now and step up work with the business. It is necessary to attract potential investors, offer them specific sites and conditions," the governor of the region said.During the working trip, the head of the region also checked the progress of the reconstruction of Balkhash airport. The work is in full swing. The first stage has already been completed. The airport terminal is undergoing major repairs and the construction of a new building for the special transport service. The airport complex will be expanded, and the arrival and departure halls will become more spacious. At the same time, the historical appearance of the building is completely preserved.All work is planned to be completed by the end of the year. The main goal is the development of tourism. After the modernization, the airport's capacity will increase by more than 30% and the geography of flights will expand.Ermaganbet Bulekpayev instructed to pay special attention to the improvement of the territory around the air harbor.Akim of the region also visited the plant for the production of cathode copper of Sary Kazna LLP, where he was told about the production process. The company actively supports social projects in the city and the Konyrat microdistrict.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1021876?lang=kk

The domestic manufacturer of household appliances Silk Road Electronics LLP has signed an agreement with Samsung and has been launching the production of televisions and washing machines of a well-known global brand since August of this year. The company has been operating for the second year, currently over 270 thousand units of equipment have been produced: televisions, mini-ovens, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, kitchen hoods, etc. The products are in high demand in the Kazakh market and in the CIS countries.- Cooperation with Samsung is a big stage in our development. Last year, we switched from a large-scale assembly to a small-scale one. Our production is full-cycle, with a high level of localization. We are launching a stamping workshop in 2026. From the middle of next year, all technologies will be launched, and localization will become even higher. Today, about 300 people are employed, and by 2028 we plan to increase the number of employees to 1,100. We plan to enter foreign markets and increase our product line," said Alexander Kritskiy, Director of Silk Road Electronics LLP.@KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1020040?lang=kk

In the Karaganda region, on the basis of a new enterprise, Kazakhstan Hot-dip Galvanizing Plant LLP, it is planned to launch a cluster of industries using corrosion coating on manufactured products for stability and extended service life up to 50 years. In particular, a plant for the production of poles for high-voltage power lines will be opened.The management of Kazakhstan Hot-dip Galvanizing Plant LLP announced the completion of the technical stage of the enterprise's commissioning. The project is being implemented at the expense of own funds and debt financing from the Baiterek Foundation.- The total land area is 9 hectares, the production area is 6.5 thousand square meters. The planned number of employees is 115 people, the production capacity is 50 thousand tons of products per year. In the future, we are considering the possibility of expanding production to 70 thousand tons. It is also planned to develop a cluster of enterprises and open additional production facilities, which need hot-dip galvanizing at the last stage. A plant for the production of full–spectrum high-voltage power transmission poles will be opened on the same territory," said Alexander Larionov, General Director of Kazakhstan Hot-Dip Galvanizing Plant LLP.@KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1020049?lang=kk

The construction of three small industrial zones is scheduled to be completed in the Karaganda region this year. They will be located around the largest enterprises in the region. Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev said at a meeting on the development of single-industry towns that these zones are designed to stimulate the development of small and medium-sized businesses, as well as attract investment to the region.In addition, 22 projects with a total cost of 218 billion tenge have been identified to attract investors and support the development of single-industry towns. The implementation of these projects involves the provision of land, infrastructure development and the creation of about one thousand new jobs."Special attention is being paid to the development of industrial infrastructure in Temirtau, where it is planned to create an industrial zone with an area of 20 thousand square meters on the basis of Karmet Service. This initiative is aimed at expanding production capacities and creating new jobs," said Ermaganbet Bulekpayev.@KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1019799?lang=kk

In February of this year, the government approved a comprehensive development plan for the Karaganda agglomeration. It is planned to launch at least 15 new manufacturing plants in the region in the next five years. This will create over 17,000 permanent jobs and improve the well-being of the population.The illustration is modeled by AI Akim of Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev spoke about the advantages of the agglomeration approach at the republican seminar on the development of single-industry towns. - Why did we create the Karaganda agglomeration? We've brought science and our leading universities here, and they've proved it all. Currently, all development plans are based on the agglomeration. The first is a unified public transport system that connects satellite cities with Karaganda. We are currently modeling it. There is a single tariff in passenger transportation, taking into account daily labor migration, electronic ticketing has been introduced," the head of the region noted. – It is being done to make logistics convenient for business. And, of course, social issues, housing.The governor of the region gave the example of Temirtau, where they began to develop a metallurgical cluster. To do this, we have created a pool of projects. Government support for small and medium-sized businesses is provided.There is also an emphasis on anchor projects and the creation of small industrial zones.Attention is also paid to the training of specialists in demand on the labor market: enterprises need qualified labor. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1018928?lang=kk

Karaganda rowers brought seven medals from Thailand: three gold, three silver and one bronze. About 300 athletes from 15 countries competed in the Asian Rowing and Canoeing Championships. The continental championship was held among boys under 18 and juniors under 23.The national team of Kazakhstan took the second overall place. And there is a significant contribution of Karaganda residents to this.Denis Klenin (c1, 1000 m) won the gold medal. Dmitry Kholmogorov has twice reached the highest step of the podium (mix, 500 m; c2, 500 m).In addition, Klenin and Kholmogorov jointly took second place (c4, 500 m).Veronika Trapeznikova has two silver medals (c2, 500 m; c4, 500 m). Ulyana Ivanova won the bronze medal (c2, 500 m).According  to the press service of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Karaganda region Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1018258?lang=kk

The national team of Kazakhstan created a sensation at the World Cup in China. And this is a great achievement of athletes from the Karaganda region.The superfinal of the Artistic (synchronized) Swimming World Cup was held from June 13 to June 15 in Xi'an. 125 athletes from 16 countries participated in the competition. The national team of Kazakhstan included 14 swimmers.Before that, the first stage was held in France, the second in Egypt, and the third in Canada. "Following the results of all four stages of the World Cup, our girls Yasmin Tuyakova, Arina Pushkina and Dayana Dzhamanchalova won silver medals in the women's duet. And Nargiza Bolatova, Viktor Druzin, Ksenia Makarova, Arina Myasnikova and Yasmin Tuyakova took bronze in the group performance in the sum of technical, free and acrobatic programs," the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Karaganda region reported.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1018312?lang=kk

The Karaganda region is ready to receive about 500,000 tourists by the end of the year. The region is actively investing in infrastructure, digital solutions and services, enhancing safety and comfort. The main focus is on the development of the Balkhash resort area and ecotourism in Karkaralinsk.This was discussed at a staff meeting chaired by Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev.Reconstruction of the airport, the embankment and the beach continues in Balkhash. After the modernization, the airport's capacity will increase by more than 30%. New flights are expected to be launched and fully adapted for passengers with limited mobility.The city is also addressing the issue of water supply. According to Sapar Satayev, akim of Balkhash, water pressure has been stabilized in the Barkovsky and Rembaza districts due to connection to a new highway. Construction of a water pipeline has begun in the Torangalyk and Shubartubek villages. The installation of local sewage treatment plants is being considered — the project is being implemented jointly with investors.Additional bus, rail and air routes have been opened this season, including an increase in wagons on the Karaganda–Balkhash route.This week, on June 20-21, the main event of the season, BalkhashTourFest, will take place. The program includes an information tour and a presentation of the first domestic online booking system for travel services, QAZ ELI.Irina Lyubarskaya, Head of the Entrepreneurship Department, spoke about the introduction of digital solutions. There is a 24-hour AI-based chatbot on WhatsApp, QR codes with access to an online guide have appeared. The visitqaraganda.kz travel portal.kz is being updated with new information, and an online hotel booking system is being introduced.Karkaralinsk also pays special attention to infrastructure and objects of historical and cultural heritage. The repair of the Karaganda–Karkaraly highway will be completed by the end of the year. Routes have been set up in the national park, and engineering networks have been connected to the Bugyly zone.In July, the Qarqaraly Bugyly Fest – 2025 will be held here, where an internationally attended trail marathon will take place.Ermaganbet Bulekpayev instructed akimats and KazAvtoZhol to ensure the construction of sanitary and hygienic hubs along highways and in places of mass recreation.- Special attention is paid to security issues. It is necessary to ensure order and cleanliness in places of mass recreation. Where necessary, additional barbecues, barbecue areas, sanitary facilities and garbage containers should be installed," the head of the region noted. – We are not just developing tourism, we are creating an atmosphere in which people want to relax. This is a systematic work where everyone's personal responsibility is important. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1018137?lang=kk

Construction of the "Central-West" highway corridor has begun in Kostanay region.The project was undertaken within the framework of the President's task and included in the Government's plans for the development of the country's transport infrastructure and transit potential.Construction work began simultaneously in two places - Arkalyk city of Kostanay region and Torgay village of Zhankeldin district. Construction is being carried out along the route "Astana - Zhanteke - Egindikol - Arkalyk - Torgai - Yrgyz". The total length of the road is 865 km.The new road corridor will directly connect the central part of the country with the western regions. At the same time, it allows Kazakhstan to join the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route. Thanks to the new route, the distance between Astana and Yrgyz will be reduced by 573 kilometers. It is planned to change the horizontal profile of the road in the areas of deer migration, the slope of 1:10 will allow animals to move freely and without hindrance.The ceremony based on the start of construction was attended by Satzhan Ablaliev, the vice minister of transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Kumar Aksakalov, the head of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/1017531?lang=kk

Providing quality drinking water is one of the main tasks. Akim of Karaganda region Ermaganbet Bolekpaev keeps the projects under his personal control. After a meeting with residents in Bukhar Zhyrau district, residents of the village of Doskei complained about the problems associated with the new water pipeline, and the head of the region came to the village to determine the situation. Together with the akim of the region, there were also representatives of the prosecutor's office and the administration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. The object is now in the balance sheet of the administrative office of Doskei rural district. Part of the subscribers have been connected to the new lines, the reconnection is planned to be completed by August.In one of the wells, the contractor replaced the defective pump under warranty obligations. In addition, new deep pumps with high capacity were installed. At the meeting, the villagers raised their questions not only related to the water supply.Yermaganbet Bolekpaev thanked the initiative group that raised the problems of his native village and tried to act constructively. expressed.- It is very important that you do not neglect the breath of the village! - noted the akim of the region. - I order to create a working group with the participation of representatives of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.The project of renovation of sewer lines in Doskei is also under control. The works started last year and should be completed this year. Today, new pipes and wells have been built on six streets.The regional akim was also informed about road works. "Karagandy - Togyzkudyk - Botakara" road, including the section passing through Doskei, is being repaired. This year, 7 kilometers of roads will be repaired in the village.Later, Ermaganbet Bolekpaev will come to Doskei again, meet with the residents and check the results personally.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1017636?lang=kk

Means for supporting small and medium-sized businesses have increased: the new "Orleu" discount lending program has been launched in Kazakhstan. The interest rate does not exceed 12.6% per annum, the term is up to 10 years."Is it necessary to invest in modernization, expansion of production or transition to domestic materials and equipment? "Orleu" program is your opportunity to get up to 7 billion tenge for investment purposes and up to 3.5 billion tenge for working capital. The rate is not higher than 12.6%, the term is up to 10 years, refinancing is available. And if the project meets the requirements, then it is possible to get a guarantee from the "Development" fund", reports the Entrepreneurship Department of the Karaganda region.SME entities registered in Kazakhstan can participate. Priority is given to the following sectors of the economy: manufacturing industry, transport and storage, tourism, education, healthcare.Applications are accepted by Freedom Bank, CenterCredit Bank and Halyk bank.More details - at damu.kz and at number 1408.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1017752?lang=kk

The industry of heavy machinery is one of the main driving forces of the industrial growth of Kazakhstan. The development of this sector contributes to the modernization of the country's economy, the expansion of production capacity and the increase of export potential. In particular, there is significant growth in the field of railway engineering, in recent years several large projects have been implemented with the participation of international investors. Since 2009, the plant has produced more than 500 freight and passenger locomotives for "Kazakhstan Temir Zholy" and the CIS countries. The production processes meet US standards, and the specialists are trained abroad. The plant produces up to 70 electric locomotives per year and covers about 30% of the railway engineering market. The main products are the KZ8A, AZ8A and KZ4AT models, which are delivered to Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan."Stadler Kazakhstan" LLP is part of the Swiss Stadler Rail Group and is implementing a project for the production of passenger cars in Astana. The factory located in the territory of SEZ "Astana - New City" is capable of producing 90 wagons per year.LLP "Kazakhstan Carriage Company" located in Ekibastuz produces up to 3000 semi-wagons for freight transportation per year. Products are exported to the domestic market and CIS countries, including Turkmenistan.Atyrau Carriage Plant (AVSZ) is an important regional enterprise. The plant manufactures semi-cars and container platforms and covers the entire life cycle of a car, from design to repair and modernization.ZIXTO LLP in Petropavl, North Kazakhstan region, engages in assembly, welding and painting of railway rolling stock. Currently, the plant is implementing innovative projects in the direction of design and production of various models of freight cars.Thus, the field of heavy machinery has formed a powerful industrial base in the country, making a significant contribution to creating new jobs, introducing international technologies, and increasing Kazakhstan's competitiveness in the global market.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/1017572?lang=kk

For the first time in the Karagandy region, video cameras have been installed in playgrounds for children. Balkhash communal workers were one of the first to start a good process. So far, the video surveillance system has appeared here in four areas, and in the future it is planned to cover 44 areas near apartment buildings.Residents are very happy with the innovation. First of all, it is the safety of children while walking. Also, video surveillance helps to better monitor cleanliness and order, allows to reduce cases of vandalism or destruction.This initiative was presented by "Balkhash Universal" LLP.- Us prompted by several requests of residents. Every year, a lot of budget funds are spent on the improvement of children's playgrounds in the city. It is important to ensure their preservation, cleanliness and order. We plan to provide service to the sites, - says the director of the enterprise Olzhas Sarmantaev.Addresses where video cameras are installed: Sabitova compact district, house 2; Bukeikhanov street, house 7A; Svankulov quarter, 6 houses; Kalmykov cul-de-sac, 4 house. A responsible person is appointed for each children's playground - this duty will be performed by the chairman of the PIC. He can connect to the video surveillance system through a special mobile application - monitor the events online and take urgent measures if necessary.According to Onalbek Madigaliyev, head of the housing relations and housing inspection department of the city of Balkash, work is being done with all PICs to install video cameras in the rest of the children's playgrounds in the city.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1017999?lang=kk

A modern dairy farm for 6,000 heads will appear in the Karaganda region, it is being built by Eurasia Invest in the Rodnikovsky rural district of the Osakarov district. This is one of the largest investment projects in the country in the field of dairy farming worth more than 30 billion tenge. The farm's capacity is 9,000 tons of milk per year. Its commissioning will provide 180 new jobs.Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev got acquainted with the progress of the project during a working trip to Osakarov district.Together with the head of the company, he laid a memorial stone in honor of the foundation of the future largest facility.Ivan Georgiadi, the founder of Eurasia Invest LTD LLP, said that the project will be implemented in stages, the first stage is planned to be launched this year. The first batch of Holstein-Frisian cows has already been purchased.– The project is unique in that one complex will house 1,200 heads at the first stage, and then twice as many. The feed base will be our own. Almost a thousand hectares of corn have already been planted this season, as well as alfalfa," says Ivan Georgiadi. – In agriculture, we are the third move. The first one was an introductory one. We have purchased the equipment, it is the most modern. In the second year, we started working on irrigation – we supported the Message of the Head of State – and we see the result. 2024 was a turning point, as we planned the implementation of major projects for ourselves. They came out with an application for preferential loans. They supported us. I would like to express my gratitude to the leadership of the country and the region for their support.The company will increase the area of irrigated land to 10 thousand hectares. The project provides for the installation of 120 sprinklers. This will increase the yield. In addition, a vegetable storage facility for 12 thousand tons will be built.– This is a very necessary and important project, – said Ermaganbet Bulekpayev. – We recently opened a dairy farm with 1,200 heads in the Nura district. Taking into account the new initiatives, we will almost completely eliminate the need for domestic raw materials from our dairies. We will reduce import dependence. This is the main task that the President has set for us – to avoid imports and develop our own production.This year, in the Osakarov district, the acreage was increased to 450 thousand hectares – 34.5 thousand hectares more than last year.The output of livestock products is also growing. The number of cattle, sheep, goats, and horses has increased. The issue of the shortage of pasture lands is being resolved. The Zhailau project, which has already been implemented in the rural districts of Karagaily, Saryozek, Ozerny, Akbulak, Shiderty and in the Molodezhny village, helped in this. The Yesil rural district will be added this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1012442?lang=kk

For the first time in the history of domestic engineering, bus bodywork will be made using Kazakh metal certified according to international quality standards. The Qarmet Metallurgical Plant has started supplying 08KP galvanized steel for the new stamping production of body parts at the QazTehna plant located in Sarani.This was reported by the Qarmet press service.It is noted that QazTehna, as part of the investment program, is implementing a project to create the first specialized stamping body in Kazakhstan with an area of more than 10,000 square meters. m. The production will be equipped with a unique hydraulic press designed for the manufacture of complex body components. The project cost is more than 20 billion tenge, financing is carried out at the expense of QazTehna's own funds with the support of the Industrial Development Fund. Commissioning is scheduled for August 2025.At the first stage, it is planned to produce body parts for Yutong city, tourist and school buses, and later for HOWO commercial vehicles."Entering the mechanical engineering segment is a strategically important step for Qarmet. We confirm that Kazakhstan's metallurgy, taking into account major investment projects, is able to fulfill all the tasks of supporting domestic production and creating added value within the country," the Qarmet press service commented.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1012518?lang=kk

Representatives of embassies of several EU countries visited the Karaganda region.Together with the public of the region, the diplomats laid flowers at the memorial signs at the Spassky Memorial and paid tribute to the victims of political repression. After that, at a meeting with the akim of the Karaganda region, Ermaganbet Bulekpayev, the possibilities of developing cooperation in the economic and humanitarian spheres were discussed.The meeting took place at the A. Saginov Karaganda Technical University. The regional innovation and industrial hub "Kartech" is being formed on its basis, where it is planned to concentrate efforts on the introduction of modern technologies and the development of applied science.– Projects with the participation of European companies are being successfully implemented in the region, including the production of «Boehmer» fittings, «Isoplus Central Asia» pre–insulated pipes, «Linde Gas Kazakhstan» technical gases, and the «Solarnet» solar power plant. These examples show that there are mutual interests and the experience of such cooperation can be expanded. We are interested in new investments, technological partnerships and applied research projects," said Ermaganbet Bulekpayev.The investment potential of the region was presented in more detail by the deputy akim of the region Ermek Alpysov.The Karaganda region is a region of great opportunities, open to mutually beneficial business partnership, the speaker emphasized. Currently, the region exports manufacturing products to 70 countries around the world. 25 companies from Germany, Austria, China, Qatar and Canada are successfully operating in the Saryarka SEZ. The Saran industrial zone has become a major new development point.In their response, the guests gave examples of successful partnerships and noted their interest in opening new horizons for cooperation.– We see a huge potential for cooperation in general with Kazakhstan and in particular with the region. These are areas such as transport and logistics, combating climate change, and green energy. In addition, these are human resources, digitalization, and education," said Alyosha Simkich, Ambassador of the European Union to Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1008789?lang=kk

A high-tech and environmentally friendly plant for the production of aluminum and bimetallic radiators is being built in the Saryarka special economic zone. The company plans to create 220 jobs.The project is being implemented by Silumin of Kazakhstan LLP, a young Kazakhstani company investing in the development of the manufacturing industry and the introduction of ESG principles, with the support of the National Management Holding Baiterek, the Damu Foundation, BV Management, the Ministry of Industry and the Akimat of the Karaganda region.The company is expected to become the country's largest radiator manufacturer and one of the most significant import substitution facilities. The production capacity of the first stage will be about 5.5 million sections per year. The total investment is 35 million US dollars.It is planned to create 220 jobs at the enterprise, which will require the involvement of qualified specialists in mechanical engineering, metallurgy and the chemical industry. For this purpose, the company is already establishing cooperation with colleges and universities in the region.The production process will be completely localized, starting with aluminum casting. The project uses modern eco-friendly technologies: recycling of aluminum scrap and slag, multi-stage filtration of exhaust gases, reuse of water by evaporation, solar generation and heat recovery. This will not only reduce the environmental impact, but also increase resource efficiency.As part of the expansion of international cooperation between the Association of Manufacturers in the Heating Market and Silumin of Kazakhstan LLP, a framework agreement was signed on May 21 this year. The parties agreed to work together to develop a laboratory and methodological base, industrial cooperation and the formation of supply chains with an eye to increasing the level of localization.The main task of the new production facility is to provide the domestic market of Kazakhstan with competitive products and reduce dependence on imports. In addition, the company should become a platform for the introduction of modern quality and safety standards in the heating equipment market.The plant is planned to be launched in stages: the first stage will cover the entire production cycle, the subsequent ones will be aimed at increasing production volumes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1006711?lang=kk

Representatives of the Karaganda region took part in the Kazakh-French Investment Forum in Astana. The delegation was headed by Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev and presented the investment potential of the region.The Forum has become a platform for strengthening interstate economic cooperation and establishing business ties.In Karaganda, in partnership with a French company, it is planned to implement a project in the field of water supply and sanitation, as well as cooperation between our medical university and the University of Paris-Saclay.Opening the forum, Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov stressed that thanks to trusting relations at the level of the two heads of state, bilateral relations have been elevated to the level of enhanced strategic partnership.– Cooperation with France is one of the priorities of Kazakhstan's foreign policy and an integral part of our partnership within the European Union. Our countries have a strong and multidimensional partnership characterized by strong political ties, active intergovernmental and parliamentary dialogue, as well as dynamic trade and investment cooperation," said Olzhas Bektenov.Ermaganbet Bulekpayev spoke about the advantages of the Karaganda region, its investment attractiveness and invited French companies to cooperate not only in industry, but also in other areas.– Karaganda region is a region of great opportunities and open dialogue. We strive not just to attract investments, but to build long-term and mutually beneficial relationships. We have already started cooperation with the French company SUEZ in the field of rational water use and invite everyone to new joint projects. The advantage of our region is its location in the center, between the west and the east, Europe and Asia. The presence of a large transport and logistics system, international road and rail corridors, and an international-class airport with a cargo terminal, the potential of which has not been fully exploited," the head of the region noted.A trilateral cooperation agreement was signed by SUEZ International SAS, Akim of Karaganda Meiram Kozhukhov and the Kazakhstan Center for Modernization and Development of Housing and Communal Services.This opens up prospects for modernizing urban infrastructure and sustainable water use, which is especially important in the context of increasing pressure on public utilities and climate change.SUEZ is a global leader in the field of sustainable water resources management.The partnership involves the introduction of advanced technologies, improving the efficiency of water supply, as well as the development of solutions to reduce water losses and improve the quality of service.The Karaganda Medical University and the University of Paris-Saclay also signed a memorandum at the forum.Cooperation includes academic exchange of students, double degree programs, joint scientific research in the field of biomedicine.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/1006151?lang=kk