1,600 athletes gathered in Almaty for the Kazakhstan Jiu-Jitsu Championship. Karaganda residents won 26 medals: 6 gold, 9 silver and 11 bronze. Fifteen jujitsu athletes from our region won the right to represent the country in the international arena as part of the national team.80 athletes from the Karaganda region took part in the tournament, including multiple prize-winners and winners of competitions at various levels - the 2024 world champion among juniors Asanaly Abayev, as well as Zhiger Almatai and Asylmurat Sagyndyk, known for their achievements in the international and national arenas. The championship was also judged by an international-level referee from our region, Eleuken Bek-Mukhammed.“The main task for us was to show excellent results in order to prove ourselves and secure participation in the national team of Kazakhstan,” noted Ayan Shermagambetov, president of the Karaganda region Jiu-Jitsu Federation. – Our athletes have won many awards in different age and weight categories, demonstrating not only a high level of training and professionalism, but also a true fighting spirit. For example, Asanaly Abayev did not leave any chance for his opponents to score points. He dominated in every fight.A variety of competitions await the jiu-jitsu fighters. In February, the athletes will participate in the Asian Championship, and in the fall in the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain. The Karaganda BJJ Open Championship-2025 home tournament, where Karaganda residents can perform well and achieve high results, will also be an important stage. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/925127

On February 1, 2025, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of Civil Aviation Workers of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held at the Civil Aviation Academy. This important event brought together representatives of the aviation industry, veterans, young specialists and students, uniting them to honor the achievements and development prospects of the country's civil aviation.The event began with the solemn opening of the Civil Aviation Academy library. This event symbolizes the desire to develop aviation education and train highly qualified personnel.The Acting Chairman of the Civil Aviation Committee of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sarsen Zharylgasov delivered a congratulatory speech, noting the invaluable contribution of aviation workers to the stable and safe functioning of the country's transport system.During the solemn event, awards were presented for their contribution to the development of civil aviation. The "Honored Aviator" badge was awarded to R.K. Pyshtanov, D. M. Tastambekov, E. g. Ni and other distinguished specialists in the industry. The title of "Veteran of Labor" was awarded to E.V. Nerubenko, M. Yu. Kakorina and other aviation veterans. A number of employees were also awarded certificates and letters of gratitude. Aviation veterans shared their memories and words of support for the younger generation of specialists. Students of the Civil Aviation Academy prepared a festive concert and delighted the audience. The event ended with warm greetings from the guests, an exchange of views and thanks to all those who contributed to the development of civil aviation in Kazakhstan.Awardees: Those awarded the "Honored Aeronavigator" badge of the "Aeronavigation Without Borders" public movement of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the occasion of Civil Aviation Day:Tlenshin Kairat NikolaevichAwardees of the "Veteran of Labor" badge:Nerubenko Evgeny Viktorovich - "Air Astana" JSC, mechanicKakorina Margarita Yurievna - RSE "Kazaeronavigatsiya", chief accountant - head of the financial and economic departmentLavrov Alexander Vladimirovich - "Almaty International Airport" JSC, operatorShcheglov Sergey Sergeevich - "Kazaviakutkaru" JSC, leading engineer Those awarded the "Honored Aviator" badge: Pyshtanov Ruslan Kenzhekhanovich - "Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport" JSC, First Deputy Chairman of the BoardTastambekov Dauren Maratuly - JSC "Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport", Deputy Chairman of the BoardNi Evgeniya Georgievna - JSC "Air Astana", Executive DirectorWardle Aigul Ryskaliyevna - JSC "Air Astana", Vice-PresidentNurahmetov Mukhtar Gabdulovich - RSE "Berkut" State Airline of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Chief Pilot of the Flight ServiceLyutovsky Igor Viktorovich - RSE "Kazaeronavigation", Head of the Air Traffic Service of the Ust-Kamenogorsk BranchKaramuldinov Zhangeldy Kebekovich - JSC "Almaty International Airport", Head of ServiceMutalkhanov Sarsengali Umenovich - JSC "Almaty International Airport", EngineerVysotskaya Oksana Viktorovna - JSC "Almaty International Airport", Head of LaboratoryAgmurov Berdykan Zakirovich - "FlyArystan" JSC, commander AirbusAibatyrov Makhmut Mazhitovich - United Council of Civil Aviation War and Labor Veterans, retireeYalovenko Alexander Vasilyevich- United Council of Civil Aviation War and Labor Veterans, retireeMambetov Yerbolat Karimovich - United Council of Civil Aviation War and Labor Veterans, retireeSteshin Yuri Ivanovich - United Council of Civil Aviation War and Labor Veterans, retireeNaukeeva Gulbarshin Kamalovna - United Council of Civil Aviation War and Labor Veterans, retireeTynyshbayev Orazgali Shonayevich - "El Samgau" PF, retireeAlieva Bakyt Umirserikovna - "El Samgau" PF, retireeMalakshinova Galiya Ibragimovna - "El Samgau" PF, retireeRecipients of the Certificate of Honor: Zhapabayev Zhandos Kenzhebayuly – JSC “Air Astana”, managerShtopel Alexandra Mikhailovna – JSC “Air Astana”, directorSvetlichny Sergey Danilovich – senior instructor of simulator training Bekmetova Nafisa Maratovna – teacher of special subjects of the Air Transport Organization DepartmentRecipients of the Letter of Appreciation: Galymzhanov Yerzhan Galymzhanuly – chief expert of the Civil Aviation CommitteeKasymbayeva Aida Bakytovna – JSC “International Almaty Airport”, specialistSharynbayev Ganiyat Tleukulovich – JSC “International Almaty Airport”, driverTulendina Madina Kaliyevna – leading managerBeisenbayeva Aigul Kaltayevna – head of departmentGarmash Olga Valeryevna, professor of the departmentBerkutbayeva Raushan Azatovna – professor of the departmentAsilbekova Indira Zhaksybaevna - head of the departmentKim Dmitry Spartakovich - professor of the departmentImankulov Aset Kairbekovich - "Air Astana" JSC, managerAlexander Marichev - "Air Astana" JSC, technicianAlimova Altyn Sasymbekovna – Manager, FlyArystan JSCThe following families were awarded the Letter of Gratitude of the Civil Aviation Committee of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan for their contribution to the development of civil aviation:Naryshev Bakatay Zhidekhanovich – pensionerElgeldiev Amangeldy Makanovich – pensionerBekeev Zhanaidar Mukhtarovich – pensionerKuzbakov Tursunbek Nurkhanovich – pensionerAmanov Nasip Amanovich – pensionerThe following families were awarded the Letter of Gratitude of the Civil Aviation Committee of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan for their contribution to the development of civil aviation:Mikhaylenko Andrey Andreevich – pensionerNovokhatsky Yuri Anatolyevich – pensionerDushkin Anatoly Vasilyevich – pensionerEzhov Igor Vasilyevich – pensionerBekseitov Kopzhasar Zalmakhanbetovich – pensionerSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/929302

Today, the Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kanat Sharlapayev held a meeting with representatives of the Japan International Cooperation Agency JICA and the Japan Organization for Metallurgical and Energy Security JOGMEC.The meeting was held. was held to discuss opportunities for further cooperation in the field of important minerals JICA is a state organization that plans and implements technical assistance programs for developing countries. It helps partner countries solve various socio-economic problems, including energy conservation issuesSince 2011, Kazakhstan has been cooperating with JICA in the field of energy conservation and energy efficiency. The organization supported the Ministry of Industry and Construction in developing and implementing energy conservation policies, as well as in creating a system for monitoring and controlling energy efficiency. Based on the experience of Japan, the main instrument of energy conservation policy - the State Energy Register (SER) - was created in Kazakhstan.The Japanese Metallurgical and Energy Security Organization JOGMEC combines the functions of the former Japan National Oil Corporation. and the former Japan Metals and Mining Agency.In August 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Construction signed a memorandum of cooperation with JOGMEC to develop cooperation in the fields of geological exploration, mineral extraction and processing. > Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/929263

A round table entitled "Cooperation between ethnic groups: the role of the country in the development space" was held in Turkestan within the framework of the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan.The event, jointly organized by the Turkestan Regional Public Development Department "Social Agreement" and the K.A. Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University, was aimed at increasing interethnic harmony and cooperation in the country, promoting respect for the cultures and traditions of various ethnic groups, and implementing plans and projects within the framework of the 30th anniversary of the People's Assembly of Kazakhstan.The next meeting was attended by the regional public development department and K. A. The leadership of the Yassawi International University, as well as representatives of the Turkestan regional prosecutor's office and the regional police department, the regional department for defense affairs, chairmen and members of structures and ethnocultural associations under the regional People's Congress, representatives of public organizations from the regions, active members of the Turkestan regional representative office of the "Assembly Youth" RCU, teachers, professors, and students participated in the "round table".During the "round table", Nursultan Seitzhanov, Deputy Head of the Turkestan Regional Department of Public Development, emphasized the importance of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan in maintaining interethnic harmony in society, while Zhanar Temirbekova, Rector of the Yassawi International University, noted the role of the international university in interethnic cooperation and uniting the Turkic-speaking world.The event presented proposals on the role of ethnic groups in the country's development space, their influence in the economy, education, and culture, and on promoting the principle of "Law and Order" in the region. On this occasion, the head of the "Social Agreement" KMU Elmira Zhangazieva, the chairman of the Council of Elders of the regional Uzbek ethno-cultural public association Zupparkhan Chaldanov, the director of the "Center for the Study of Religious Issues" KMU Medet Khalikov, professor of the IKTU Seidulla Sadykov and representatives of law enforcement agencies made reports and exchanged opinions. The participants shared their experiences and made specific proposals for strengthening interethnic cooperation. Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/928893

Sports-loving citizens of the Zhetisay district paid tribute to Birzhan Shaimerden, the World Nomad Games and World Champion in classical belt wrestling, and his relatives rode him on a horse. The village elders gave their blessings and wished victory in the upcoming grand competitions.The event was attended by the akim of Zhetysay district Serik Mamytov and deputy of the Turkestan regional maslikhat Talgat Karzhauov, the chairman of the Zhetysay district maslikhat Medet Kasymov and the executive secretary of the Zhetysay district branch of the "AMANAT" party Askar Kaynazarov, relatives and friends of the champion.The district head wished success to the champion who is making the country's name known around the world, and presented a gift to the athlete and his grandfather Shaimerden aksakal.It should be noted that Shaimerden Birzhan Idrissuly was born in 1996 in Zhetysay, Maktaaral district, South Kazakhstan region.In his sports career, Birzhan Idrissuly became the bronze medalist of the 2015 Universiade of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Greco-Roman wrestling, the 7-time champion of the Republic of Kazakhstan in belt wrestling, and the 2020 Iranian National Championship in Tehran, Iran. World champion in wrestling, bronze medalist of the Grand Prix tournament in belt wrestling held in Bishkek in 2023, bronze medalist of the World Cup held in Krasnodar in 2024, World champion in the belt wrestling tournament held in Kazan, Russian Federation, champion of the World Nomad Games, holder of the titles of Master of Sports of the International Class. By the decree of the Minister of Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Erbol Myrzabosynov, he was awarded the medal "For Meritorious Labor" last year.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/928897

This was announced at a briefing by Bakhyt Ismakhanbetov, director of the Turkestan region branch of the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF).“The budget amount received by the Fund in the healthcare sector in the Turkestan region in 2024 within the framework of the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) and the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) amounted to 235.9 billion tenge. Of this, 117.7 billion tenge went to the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) package, and 118.2 billion tenge went to the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) package. In total, 184 medical organizations provided services to the region’s residents last year. 141 of them are private institutions. Today, 1.7 million residents of the Turkestan region are insured in the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) system. It is worth noting that 35.5 billion tenge was spent on inpatient medical care, 15 billion tenge on consultative and diagnostic services, 978.2 million tenge on high-tech surgeries, 7.6 billion tenge on medical rehabilitation, 4.8 billion tenge on dental services, and 16.8 billion tenge on outpatient medication. Residents also received daily visits from specialized specialists, various tests, and diagnostic services such as CT and MRI. For example, last year, the region's population received 151 thousand MRI and CT scans worth 2.5 billion tenge," said Bakhyt Torgaibayuly.According to the speaker, surgeries are performed free of charge for citizens insured in the system at the expense of the MOSHI. Of these, more than 3 thousand cardiac surgeries were performed for 4.2 billion tenge, more than 1,000 neurosurgical surgeries for 2.3 billion tenge, about 1,000 ENT surgeries and electromagnetic hearing aids were installed for 419.8 million tenge.In addition, more than 100 knee and hip replacement surgeries were performed for 235.6 million tenge, more than 1,000 vascular and neurovascular surgeries for 916.8 million tenge, and 16 kidney and liver transplants for 80.4 million tenge. The cost of one surgery is approximately 5-10 million tenge.Regional Communications Service of Turkestan RegionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/928904

In September 2022, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev launched the “National Fund for Children” initiative as part of his Address to the People of Kazakhstan “A Just State. A United Nation. A Prosperous Society”. As part of this initiative, $129.38 was transferred to Kazakhstani children under the age of 18 in 2025.Caring for the rising generation is one of the priority areas of state policy. Now families in the country can be confident in the support of the state from the moment a child is born until he reaches adulthood.Let us say that the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is aimed at improving the well-being of young citizens, as well as creating comprehensive conditions for their education and success. Starting from 2024, Kazakhstani children will receive annual transfers from the National Fund, including investment income, until they reach the age of 18.“We are improving the quality of life of our citizens and laying the foundation for a better future for our children,” said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The main mission of the “National Fund for Children” project is to provide each child with their share of the national wealth by saving financial resources through the formation of savings for future generations.In 2024, 6,919,131 people participated in this program (including children born in 2006-2023), and $100.52 was transferred to each of their accounts. The total amount of money transferred is $695.5 million. In total, 304,815 people from the total number of those covered by this program turned 18 in 2024, and a total of $30.6 million was transferred to them.In 2025, approximately $129.38 was transferred to each child. The total amount of savings (including investment income) of children who have been participating in the program for two years increased by $232.94.Information about transfers under the “National Fund for Children” program will be displayed on the eGov.kz portal and the eGov Mobile mobile application on February 1, 2025.The payment mechanism is extremely simple. Information about the child’s participation in the program and the accrued funds can be viewed on the specially created website kids.enpf.kz by entering the child’s TIN. There you can familiarize yourself with the terms of the program, get instructions, and answers to relevant questions. In addition, data on transfers for children can be viewed by logging into your personal account on the eGov.kz portal, as well as through the Kaspi.kz and Halyk applications.One of the important tasks of the state is to provide equal opportunities for everyone to receive education and housing. In this regard, the “National Fund for Children” initiative has become a significant support for young Kazakhstanis.The accumulated amount can be used by any young citizen upon reaching the age of 18. The savings are transferred to accounts in the National Fund, and project respondents can spend the appropriate amount on improving housing conditions and (or) education by applying through the applications of authorized operators (Otbasy Bank and Halyk Bank).As of January 1, 2025, 66,571 applications were submitted for this purpose, of which 53,001 applications for a total amount of $5,316.7 thousand were implemented. 34,388 applications were submitted to improve housing conditions, of which 29,542 were implemented, and $2,964,000 was paid. 32,183 applications were submitted for education, of which 23,459 applications were satisfied, and $2,352.7 thousand was paid.This year, 6,921,035 children are participating in the program (children born from 2007 to 2024). Of these, 324,430 citizens will turn 18 in 2025.Using the funds of the National Fund to support our young compatriots is a strategic decision aimed at the sustainable development of our country. This initiative will have a positive impact on improving the quality of life and allow future generations to look to the future with great confidence.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/928914

Akim of the Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov supervised the construction of facilities during his business trip to the city of Arys. The regional head, who severely criticized the construction of a social facility, made demands on those responsible. He said that companies responsible for poor-quality and prolonged construction will face significant fines and a blacklist. The akim warned against showing negligence in construction and looking for excuses for breakage. He gave time to urgently correct the shortcomings.Having become acquainted with the condition of the 600-seat school being built within the framework of the “Cozy School” project, the akim of the region instructed to complete the construction of schools being carried out by the President’s instructions by the summer. He ordered to consider disciplinary responsibility for those who showed irresponsibility. The single operator of the national project is the “Samruk-Kazyna Construction” company. 29 new schools will be opened in the region within the framework of this project.- Your negligence should not harm the people. There is no such thing as a vacation in construction. Work should be “boiling”! Those responsible should demand work at the very beginning of construction. Otherwise, things will not work out. Why haven't the doors and windows that are supposed to be there according to the documents been allocated and installed? Why hasn't the heating been turned on? You only come here when I come, and you don't show any shade the rest of the time. Who are you fooling? Stop talking nonsense and finish school by the summer, - said Nuralkhan Kusherov.The regional head was also not satisfied with the interior decoration of the recently completed medical clinic. The medical facility that has been built in the Kozhatogay rural district was built within the framework of the national pilot project "Modernization of Healthcare in the Village". The akim gave 1 month to fix the shortcomings.- Would you put such poor doors in your houses? No! After investing a lot of money, you need to be responsible. This is a shame for your life. You are investing in people's money, there should be compassion! You are a citizen of this village, so your responsibility increases manifold. This is a place where your villagers come. Why not do it right away and do it properly? - said the akim.The heads of the responsible departments and the city akim have been given appropriate instructions on these issues. The pace of construction is under strict control.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/929203

Akim of the Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov met with local residents during a working trip to the city of Arys. At the meeting, the regional head shared plans for the development of the region with respected elders. He carefully listened to their wishes and called for joint solutions to social issues."The most important priority for us is gasification of the region and provision of drinking water to the population. We are intensifying our work in these areas. First of all, all our initiatives are aimed at improving the living standards of the population. We work closely with residents, taking into account all their suggestions and comments," said the regional akim.The regional head also got acquainted with the work of the modular boiler house of the Arys Zhylu state enterprise. The facility was completely renovated last year and switched to blue fuel. All technological processes of the boiler houses are fully automated. Currently, 27 multi-storey residential buildings (1,229 subscribers), 11 budget institutions and 10 commercial organizations are provided with heat through the Arys Zhylu enterprise.Press service of the Turkestan region akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/929230

During his working visit, Nuralkhan Kusherov got acquainted with the development direction of the cattle feedlot for 50 thousand heads being built in the Kozhatogay rural district of the city of Arys. This project is being implemented at the expense of investors and will become one of the largest complexes implemented using the Australian method in the Turkestan region.More specifically, the construction of two large complexes will be launched on the basis of "Turkestan Agro.kz" LLP in the city of Arys - a breeding farm for growing fodder crops using the sprinkler irrigation method and a cattle breeding farm for beef cattle. The construction, feeding and grazing scheme will be developed using the Australian method.The regional akim Nuralkhan Kusherov got acquainted with the complex works together with the city akim Kaisar Mankarayev. The head of the region noted the contribution of the cattle feedlot to the economic development of Arys and expressed confidence that this project will greatly contribute to the development of agriculture in the region.Today, work is underway in the partnership territory. In the first stage of the project, 15 thousand heads will be purchased for the feedlot, another 10 thousand heads this year, and 25 thousand heads in 2026-2027. The partnership is also establishing a 4,710-hectare area near the feedlot to grow fodder crops for livestock using sprinkler irrigation technologies. For this purpose, it is purchasing products from the world-famous agricultural machinery manufacturer John Deere.This step will allow the feedlot to be fully supplied with the required amount of feed. All work at the feedlot will be carried out in an automated system.The total cost of the project is 16.2 billion tenge, and about 100 new jobs will be created.Press service of the governor of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/929246

He got acquainted with the work of a number of facilities and met with local residents. The deputy governor of the region Nurbol Turashbekov and the director of the Turkestan branch of RGP "Kazsushar" Kazibek Bedebaev reported on the work done and plans in the field of water resources.✔️ First of all, the minister familiarized himself with the condition of the central collector and drainage canal "Myrzashol" in the Maktaaral district. This facility, located on the border of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, was put into operation in 1930 and is intended for the removal of drainage water from agricultural lands. The total length of the canal is 84.7 km, of which 56.15 km pass through the territory of Kazakhstan (26.85 km in Maktaaral District, 29.30 km in Zhetysai District). Flow capacity - 120 m³/sec. Every year, about 122 million m³ of drainage water is discharged from Kazakhstan into the "Myrzashol" canal. The minister answered the questions of the citizens. The capacity of the reservoir is 2,927 m³/s, the total volume is 5.2 billion m³, the length of the dam is 5 km. The total project volume of water is 3 billion m³. However, due to the weakening of the structures of the Koksarai complex, it is currently impossible to accumulate more than 1.5 billion m³ of water due to the high level of groundwater. In order to solve the problem, a design and estimate document was developed on behalf of the Committee of Water Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The implementation of the project is planned in three stages.📌 On the same day, the minister visited the Otrar district, where he got acquainted with the work of the cotton processing plant "Altyn Dala Makta". He also met with foreign investor Xu Jie and discussed further plans for the development of the cotton industry in the region. The investor intends to implement a project on growing cotton using water-saving technologies for the sum of 47.6 billion tenge, which will create about 750 new jobs. In addition, the construction of three factories has already started in Otrar district: two cotton processing enterprises and one plant for the production of drip irrigation systems. As part of the creation of a cotton cluster in the special economic zone "Turkestan", the construction of five factories is planned: textile, spinning, dyeing, sewing and PVC-pipe production enterprise. The total amount of investments will be 57 billion tenge, and the number of new jobs will be 2,900.📌 Also, the minister visited the Baidibek district, where he got acquainted with the progress of the construction of the "Baydibek Ata" water reservoir. To date, 40% of the construction work has been completed, and 90% of the construction of the emergency drainage channel has been completed. 60 workers and 30 units of equipment were involved in construction. After completion of the project 9.7 thousand. hectares of irrigated land along the canal will be provided with a stable water supply. The reservoir is being built at the confluence of the Balabogen and Ulkenbogen rivers.📌 Having reviewed the progress of work in the region, Nurzhan Nurzhigitov instructed the district akims and responsible specialists not to slow down the pace of work and set specific tasks.Press service of the akim of Turkestan region✔️The working trip continued at the "Shardara" reservoir in the Shardara district. The minister got acquainted with the technical condition of the facility and met with farmers. The capacity of this reservoir is 5.2 billion m3, and the throughput is 2,927 m3/ sec. The length of the dam is 5 kilometers.📌In addition, the minister was presented with the technical condition of the "Koksaray" water regulation facility, which was put into operation in 2011, and current issues were discussed. The total design water volume of the facility is 3.0 billion m3. The technical condition of the facilities included in the KSR complex has deteriorated. Currently, due to the large amount of runoff, it is not possible to collect more than 1.5 billion m3 of water. In order to solve the problem, a GDS was developed by order of the Water Resources Committee of the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Project implementation in 3 stages is being planned.📌Today, the Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov visited the Otyrar district on a business trip and inspected the work of the Altyn Dala Makta cotton processing plant. He met with foreign investor Xu Jie and listened to his plans. The investor intends to implement a number of projects in the direction of cotton cultivation and the creation of a cotton-textile cluster in the Turkestan region. He plans to launch a project to grow cotton using water-saving technologies for 47.6 billion tenge and create about 750 new jobs. In addition, the construction of 3 factories has begun in the Otyrar district. Specifically, 2 cotton processing plants and an enterprise for the production of drip irrigation systems will be built. In addition, as part of the cotton cluster creation project, it is planned to build 5 factories in the Turkestan special economic zone. In particular, spinning, fabric, dyeing and finishing, garment factories and an enterprise for the production of PVC pipes will be opened. The total investment volume is 57.0 billion tenge. As a result, 2,900 new jobs will be created.📌The minister also visited the Baidibek district and got acquainted with the construction of the "Baidibek Ata" reservoir. Construction work on the facility is 40% complete, and the emergency discharge channel is 90%. 60 workers and 30 pieces of equipment are working at the beginning of construction. When the project is completed, 9.7 thousand hectares of irrigated land along the canal will be provided with constant running water. The reservoir will be built at the intersection of the Balabogen and Ulken Bogen rivers.📌Having become acquainted with the work being carried out in the region, Nurzhan Nurzhigitov instructed the district akims and heads of responsible sectors not to slow down the pace of work and set specific tasks.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/929272

✔️The Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation of our country Nurzhan Nurzhigitov got acquainted with the state of water reservoirs in the region during his working visit to the Turkestan region. The Minister discussed the technical condition and current issues of the "Koksaray" water regulator facility with the Governor of the Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov. The planned work on the construction and reconstruction of water management systems and structures was also presented.✔️The total design water volume of the "Koksaray" water regulator is 3.0 billion m3. The technical condition of the facilities included in the KSR complex has decreased. Currently, due to the large amount of runoff, it is not possible to collect more than 1.5 billion cubic meters of water. In order to solve the problem, a GSR was developed by order of the Water Resources Committee of the Ministry of Water Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The project is planned to be implemented in 3 stages.⤵️There are 16 reservoirs in the Turkestan region. The volume of water collected there is 5148 million m3. m3.✔️The construction of the "Baydibek Ata" reservoir is underway. The length of the dam is 1.75 kilometers, the height is 26 meters. The reservoir will collect spring flood waters and send additional water to the "Bogen" reservoir during the irrigation season. The main water source of the "Baydibek Ata" reservoir is the Bogen River. According to hydrological calculations, the average annual flow of the river reaches 165 million cubic meters. That is, it is very important to collect this water and use it for the needs of the population.📌In accordance with the Ministry's Concept for the Development of the Water Resources Management System for 2024-2030, the "Baydibek Ata" and "Boraldai" reservoirs will be built in the Turkestan region. The two facilities will allow supplying an additional 113 million cubic meters of water to the "Bogen" reservoir. Thus, it is planned to solve the problem of running water in the territory of the city of Turkestan.📌Work will continue in the region to increase the volume of irrigated land, increase the efficiency of reservoirs and canals, and introduce water-saving technologies.Press service of the governor of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/929274

During the meeting, the parties discussed cooperation in the fields of transport, logistics and aviation, paying special attention to the expansion of transport corridors between the countries and the improvement of transit routes.Reference: On July 19, 2024, a quadrilateral Road Map for 2024-2025 was signed in Aktau for the synchronous development of the potential of the eastern route of the international transport corridor "North-South".Implementation of all measures in the Road Map will allow increasing the throughput of the "North-South" route to 20 million tons.Following the results of the meeting, the parties agreed to continue constructive dialogue and further develop cooperation in the field of transport and logistics.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/929136

In honor of the Day of Civil Aviation Workers of the Republic of Kazakhstan, QAZAQ AIR airline announces a special campaign from February 1 to 2, 2025. Only from February 1 to 2 (inclusive) you can purchase tickets on the airline's website with a 15% discount on the fare for all routes, except for subsidized flights. Travel period: from February 3 to October 25, 2025 (inclusive).In addition, from February 1 to 2, when registering for the airline's IQ Bonus passenger incentive program, 2,000 welcome bonuses will be accrued instead of 500. For previously registered participants, 1,000 bonuses will be added. You can register for the IQ Bonus passenger incentive program via this link. Additional information can be obtained on the airline's official website www.flyqazaq.com or by calling the call center number +7 727 3561414.It should be noted that the airline is carrying out planned work to expand the geography of flights. Let us remind you that this year new flights Karaganda - Turkestan, Zhezkazgan - Karaganda were launched. Domestic flights from Astana to Pavlodar and Turkestan have been renewed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/929152

During the meeting, Marat Akhmetzhanov expressed his condolences to Metropolitan Alexander on the tragic death of Archbishop Serapion, who headed the Kokshetau and Akmola diocese.“Vladyka Serapion made a great contribution to strengthening interfaith harmony in our region. Having served in the diocese for more than 10 years, he earned the respect and trust of not only parishioners and clergy, but also residents of the region and leaders of other faiths,” the regional akim noted.In turn, the head of the Orthodox Church in the Republic of Kazakhstan thanked the regional akim for his support and sympathy in difficult times. Metropolitan Alexander noted that Archbishop Serapion was an outstanding spiritual mentor who devoted his life to serving people and strengthening the spiritual foundations of society.In addition, during the meeting, the parties discussed issues of interfaith harmony, spiritual and moral education of youth, and joint social initiatives aimed at the benefit of the region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/929093

Snow removal work continues in the city of Koschy. The crew, working in two shifts around the clock, makes 120 trips per day and removes 2,000 cubic meters of snow.30 units of equipment and more than 40 employees are involved in these works. The companies "Astana SpetsTehNS KZ" and "Elit Stroy Komplekt" are responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of the city. The volume of snow removed since the beginning of the winter season has reached 72 thousand cubic meters.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/928949

This year, 429 graduates of colleges and universities in Karaganda region received work referrals under the “Youth Internship” project. It is planned to cover only 872 people from the budget.Unemployed people officially registered at the Labor Mobility Center or Career Centers will be placed for youth internships. State support can be used by specialists who are no older than 35 years old and have received a diploma five years ago.The duration of work does not exceed 12 months. The salary is at least 30 monthly calculation indices (117,960 tenge). To obtain a referral, you need to contact the Career Center at your place of residence.One of the beneficiaries of the project is 23-year-old Khansultan Maksatov. He graduated from KarTU named after Abilkas Saginov in 2023.“My specialty is related to mining and mineral extraction,” he says. “But after graduating from university, unfortunately, I could not find a job in my specialty. In order not to be dependent on my parents, I got a job at a grocery store. I worked there for about a year. But I always wanted to realize my profession. How many years of study have I had in vain? When I learned about the “Youth Experience” project, I decided not to miss my chance.According to the young man, since September last year he has been working in the production and technical department of the “QazaqGaz Aimaq” JSC KF.- I really like this place, the team is good, - says Khansultan. - If I have any questions, my senior colleagues will help. I receive my salary on time, I have all social transfers. I hope to show myself well and become part of a large team.According to the Department of Employment Coordination and Social Programs of the Karaganda regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928266

The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted the importance of establishing branches of foreign universities in the country in order to turn Kazakhstan into an educational hub of Central Asia.As part of this initiative, the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan N.A. held a branch of foreign universities in the city of Karaganda. It is designed to help in conducting career guidance work with school graduates.Branches of foreign universities are being opened taking into account the needs of the regions for certain specialists.— Currently, strategic partnerships have been established with 23 foreign universities, and negotiations are underway with 11 more, — said Ruslan Emelbayev, Advisor to the Minister of Science and Higher Education. — This opens up new prospects for Kazakhstani youth. After all, education at such universities meets international standards and is also supported by state grants. By passing the UNT and entrance exams of these universities, you can get a popular specialty for free. This year, 2,000 grants were allocated for training at branches. This practice will continue in the next academic year.The most popular among applicants was the Scottish Heriot-Watt University, which has been operating on the basis of Zhubanov University in Aktobe since 2022. Currently, the university has about 600 students, and the university itself attracts graduates with its high rating and affordable admission conditions.— To enter Heriot-Watt University, UNT results are sufficient, and English language proficiency is confirmed by an internal exam. IELTS exam instead. This significantly simplifies the admission process for Kazakhstani applicants. In addition, our students have the opportunity to study at the university's branches in Malaysia, Dubai and Edinburgh, which opens up wide opportunities for experience exchange, says Askarbek Imansheev, a representative of Zhubanov University.Third year branch. A professor from the University of Economics works at Shakarim University in Bydgoszcz (Poland), where he trains sports and recreation managers.“Today, this is a very popular specialty,” says Madina Zhylgeldinova, a representative of the university. — The first year of study will be held in a distance learning format. And in the second year, it is planned to go to Poland and study offline. And the third year is again in Kazakhstan. Graduates will receive two diplomas at the same time, one of which is of European standard. The exhibition aroused great interest among schoolchildren and their parents.“I learned about the double diploma program and opportunities that I had not heard of before,” said 11th grade student Anar Alzhappar. — It was especially useful to get acquainted with universities offering programs in physics and mathematics. Now I understand better which way to go next.The organizers are the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan in conjunction with the Akimat of the Karaganda region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928268

The Karaganda region akimat discussed how the instructions given by the President of the country at the expanded meeting of the Government on January 28 will be implemented. At the meeting, which was attended by the region's active participants, all eight main directions announced by the Head of State were discussed.Regional akim Yermaganbet Bulekpayev noted that attracting investment to the economy is in the first place.- As you know, last year our region achieved the set indicators. The economy grew by 13.7%. The volume of investments in fixed assets by 2023 increased by 61%, amounting to 1.4 trillion tenge. 13 investment projects worth 200 billion tenge were implemented, 2.5 thousand jobs were created, however, we understand that our development potential is still huge, - said the head of the region. – Sectoral departments, akims of cities and districts should intensify work on attracting foreign investors and ensure support for implemented projects from the design stage to full production. This is our KPI, akims are personally responsible. All issues of investors must be resolved!Deputy akim of the region Yermek Alpysov noted that in 2025 it is planned to attract 1.5 trillion tenge of investment, of which about 90% is private capital.It was noted that one of the growth points of the economy should be tourism. Yermaganbet Bulekpayev instructed to conduct an audit of the tourist infrastructure in the Balkhash and Karkaraly districts, as well as vacant land plots for the development of tourism in the suburbs. It is also necessary to form a list of large projects, attracting domestic and foreign investors.The development of logistics and e-commerce are also potential areas. The Head of State noted the need to create an international air hub. Karaganda airport can play its role here: investors plan to build a cargo terminal for the transportation of up to 50 thousand tons of cargo annually. The airport already serves cargo flights from Ecuador, the Netherlands, Belgium and Southeast Asia. It is planned to increase the number of technical landings of aircraft on the China-Europe-China route.As for the introduction of artificial intelligence, it was proposed to use electronic assistants to advise citizens on the services of state bodies.In the housing and communal services sector, the modernization and construction of new networks will continue. This year, six projects are planned to improve the heat supply of the population and 33 projects to provide high-quality drinking water and sewage. 3.2 km of heating networks, 98.9 km of water pipelines and sewerage networks will be built and upgraded.To solve the energy shortage, it is planned to implement major projects at three energy sources in the region by 2028: Karaganda CHP-3, Topar CHP and Balkhash CHP. Two new boiler houses and four turbines will be commissioned to increase capacity.The council also discussed strengthening budget discipline and further developing a "state that listens to the voice of the people."- I have been visiting enterprises and holding meetings in a new format. Workers do not always come to our annual meetings with the people. I instruct my deputies, akims, to continue this work and hold meetings with labor collectives, representatives of business, the agro-industrial complex, youth and other sectors, - said Ermaganbet Bolekpayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928267

The successful experience of the city of Saran in the Karaganda region in diversifying the economy was cited as an example. The former mono-city began to collect significant tax revenues. This was possible thanks to the development of the industrial zone.- Akims of cities and districts, together with specialized departments, must constantly work to increase the tax base, develop business, attract new investments, and reduce infrastructure gaps. For example, in the city of Saran, the economy has been fully diversified due to the support of new and existing industries. Last year, 21.4 billion tenge of taxes and payments were received by the state budget. Of these, 7.2 billion went to the republican budget, 14.2 billion to the local budget, half of which went to the city budget to solve key problems, - said Deputy Akim of the region Yermek Alpysov at the regional asset council to discuss the implementation of the tasks set by the Head of State at an expanded meeting of the Government.He noted that one of the growth points in the region will be the creation of a metallurgical cluster near Temirtau. State support for new SME projects is provided, including subsidies from the local budget.And a silicon cluster can be created in the Saryarka SEZ.The deputy akim of the region also spoke about the development of small industrial zones. These are areas where local producers can place their workshops on preferential terms. This year, it is planned to open two small industrial zones in Karaganda and one in Saran. Similar areas are being developed in Temirtau - on the basis of Karmet Service and in Shakhtinsk - on the basis of a synthetic detergent plant that has been idle for many years.Regional akim Yermaganbet Bolekpayev instructed to create small industrial zones in other cities and districts and carry out work to restore idle production.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928287