Tianjin, July 15, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu took part in the regular meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Member States.During the meeting, participants exchanged views on enhancing foreign policy coordination among the SCO member states in the context of the current international situation, and discussed the progress of preparations for the upcoming SCO Summit of Heads of State, scheduled for September 2025 in Tianjin.In his remarks, the Kazakh Foreign Minister expressed strong confidence in the Organization’s potential to build mutually beneficial partnerships for sustainable development and to transform the SCO space into a region of peace and prosperity. “I am convinced that the SCO will continue to strengthen its international authority and effectiveness as a multilateral institution with a unique model of equal cooperation based on the principles of the ‘Shanghai Spirit’,” said Minister Nurtleu.The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan commended China’s systematic approach to implementing the agreements reached at the Astana SCO Summit in July 2024. He also emphasized the importance of continuing consistent work on the institutional development and enhancement of the Organization’s activities.As part of the visit, a joint meeting of the foreign ministers of the SCO member states with President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping was held.During the meeting, the commitment to fostering dialogue and strengthening practical cooperation in the spirit of trust, equality, and mutual respect was reaffirmed. The participants confirmed their intention to deepen multilateral partnership in the interest of ensuring regional stability, security, and sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1035070?lang=kk

A meeting dedicated to the implementation of the state cultural policy was held in the Akimat of Kostanay region under the chairmanship of Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov. The focus is on accessibility of cultural goods, infrastructure development, support for amateur creativity and preservation of historical and cultural heritage.The priority is infrastructure developmentOver the past three years, funding for the cultural sector in the region has increased by 71%. In 2025, this amount will amount to 18.5 billion tenge. These funds are used for the construction, reconstruction and modernization of cultural facilities, especially in rural areas.Thus, new Cultural Centers have been built in the region in the villages of Bolshaya Churakovka, Arka, Prigorodnoye and Yershovka. This year, the construction of a leisure center in the village of Troebratskoye, Uzunkol district, will be completed. Major repairs are underway in Arkalyk and Amankaragai.Special attention is paid to scientific and restoration work. These include the restoration of the building of the regional Museum of Local Lore and the ongoing renovation of the museums of Myrzhakyp Dulatov and Shakshak Zhanibek.Modernization of libraries and new cultural spacesOn behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Leo Tolstoy Regional Library will be redesigned into a modern creative center. It is planned to create a platform for the development of creative thinking, digital culture and skills of the future, especially among young people.— A modern library is not only a book depository, but also a space for growth, creativity and self—development, — said Kumar Aksakalov.Also in Kostanay, the building of the former PSC will be transferred for the creation of a gallery of modern art. According to the mayor, this is an important step to attract attention to art and support local artists. The new gallery will be able to host traveling exhibitions, including national and international ones.— Today, more than 4 thousand paintings are stored in the collections of our museum, but they cannot be shown to the general public due to the lack of sufficient exhibition space. The new gallery will correct this situation," the head of the region emphasized.Folk theaters and support for creativity in rural areasOn the initiative of the akim, amateur folk theaters were created in 16 regions of the region. It is not only a platform for creative self—realization, but also an important tool for strengthening social ties and preserving traditions.Carnival is a brand that deserves its own homeThe regional dance ensemble "Carnival" has become the hallmark of the region. For further growth, the team needs a separate building. The Mayor instructed the departments of culture and economics to work out the issue of acquiring a suitable premises.The 140th anniversary of Myrzhakyp Dulatov is a national eventThis year, Kostanay region is preparing for a significant anniversary — the 140th anniversary of the outstanding educator, poet and writer Myrzhakyp Dulatov. The Mayor stressed the importance of holding all events at a high level and instructed the regional administrations and the Zhangeldinsky district to ensure timely and high-quality training.The mission of culture is to preserve and transmit— Culture is not just about institutions and buildings. This is the basis of national identity, dialogue and unity in society. It helps to educate a new generation, develop creative thinking and strengthen spiritual values," Kumar Aksakalov said.According to him, the development of cultural policy contributes not only to spiritual enrichment, but also to economic growth: it attracts tourists, investments and stimulates innovation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1034847?lang=kk

Medical infrastructureMedical and preventive care is provided to the population of the region by 27 inpatient institutions (16 district hospitals, 9 city hospitals, 2 rural hospitals), the Regional Center for Phthisiopulmonology, the Center for Mental Health, the Emergency medical Station, the Center for the Prevention and Control of AIDS, the Blood Center, 6 polyclinics, 40 outpatient clinics, 73 paramedic and obstetric centers, 286 medical centers, 1 department of primary obstetric and gynecological care, 1 base of special medical supplies, 2 medical colleges, 2 orphanages, 1 rehabilitation center.New facilities and modernizationIn 2023-2024, as part of the implementation of the National Project "Modernization of Rural Healthcare", the construction of 25 primary health care facilities has been completed - 5 outpatient clinics, 19 paramedic and obstetric centers, and 1 medical center.     Among them, an outpatient clinic in the village of Moskovskoye, Kostanay district, equipped with an ultrasound room, a rehabilitation room, diagnostic equipment (SMAD, holter, ECG, etc.), now most medical services are available directly on site, without the need to travel to the district center.     In 2024, at the expense of private investments by ECO CITY KZ LLP, a polyclinic for 250 visits per shift was built in the city of Tobyl to ensure the immediate availability of high-quality medical care using modern methods.In 2025, polyclinic No. 6, built with private investment funds, will be commissioned in Kostanay.     Major repairs of healthcare facilitiesFrom 2022 to 2025, capital repairs covered 20 healthcare facilities for a total amount of 5.7 billion tenge. As part of the Auyl - El Besigi program, the building of the paramedic and obstetric center in Elizavetinka village, Beimbeta Mailina district, underwent major repairs, the repair cost is 52.6 million tenge. Design and estimate documentation has been developed for the overhaul of 12 healthcare facilities for a total amount of 18.8 million tenge. In 2023, the building of the department of the Kostanay Regional Mental Health Center in Arkalyk was completely renovated in the amount of 426.5 million tenge, the buildings of the Fedorovskaya District Hospital in the amount of 328.7 million tenge, the FAP in the village of Karasu in Amangeldy district in the amount of 38.5 million tenge, the 3-storey building of the Rudnenskaya City Multidisciplinary Hospital" in the amount of 520.5 million tenge. In 2024, as part of the Auyl - El Besigi program, the FAP building in the village of Krasnaya Presnya, Mendykara district, was overhauled in the amount of 36.7 million tenge, the Stepanovsky FAP building in Mendykara district in the amount of 35.7 million tenge, and the FAP building in Novotroitsk, Karabalyk district, in the amount of 40.9 million tenge. In 2025, the building of the therapeutic building of 3-5 floors of the Kostanay Regional Center of Phthisiopulmonology is undergoing major repairs in the amount of 294.7 million tenge. As part of the "Auyl - El Besigi" program, the building of the FAP in Zabelovka village, Zhitikarinsky district, is undergoing major repairs in the amount of 93.4 million tenge. Since 2024, major repairs of the maternity hospital building No. 1 of the Kostanay Regional Hospital in the amount of 1,033.5 million tenge, the building of the Sarykol District Hospital in the amount of 1,705.2 million tenge have been ongoing. In December 2022, a stroke center in the village of Auliekol was commissioned in the territory of the Auliekol district, which was damaged by fire, at the expense of sponsorship funds (Bulat Utemuratov Charitable Foundation, investment volume of more than 1.1 billion tenge), and a paramedic and obstetric center was also built in the village of Amankaragai (NAK Development LLP, investment volume, more than 125.0 million tenge).  At the expense of sponsorship funds, a paramedic and obstetric center was also built in Novopokrovka village of Uzunkol district, with a total cost of 40.0 million tenge.At the same time, these medical facilities were transferred to the balance of the State Institution "Health Department of the Akimat of Kostanay region".In addition, as part of the implementation of the National Project "Modernization of Rural Healthcare", a 3-year project for the overhaul of the maternity hospital building of the Arkalyk Regional Hospital is continuing from 2023.The total cost is 1.2 billion tenge (2023 – 442.8 million tenge, 2024 – 279.8 million tenge, 2025 – 469.0 million tenge).Ongoing repairs of healthcare facilities From 2022 to 2024, 87 facilities totaling 2.1 billion tenge were covered by ongoing repairs. In 2025, it is planned to carry out ongoing repairs at 21 facilities in the amount of 883.2 million tenge.Systematic work on updating and expanding the medical infrastructure makes healthcare in the region more accessible, modern and focused on the needs of people, both in the city and in the most remote villages.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1034405?lang=kk

The active implementation of the republican environmental program "Taza Kazakhstan", initiated by the President of the country K.-Zh. Tokayev in April 2024, continues. The main goal of the initiative is to create an ecological culture, raise awareness among citizens and improve the state of the environment in the regions.On July 14, 2025, large-scale environmental events were held in two settlements in Kostanay region as part of the Taza Kazakhstan program.In the village of Karabalyk, Karabalyk district, an action was held to clean the banks of the Toguzak River, organized by the State Institution "Youth Resource Center of the Department of Internal Policy of the Akimat of Karabalyk district". The event was attended by about 50 people, including youth activists, volunteers and local residents.The main goal of the campaign was not only to restore sanitary order in the coastal area, but also to educate young people to respect nature and develop habits of environmentally responsible behavior. There is already a good tradition in the village of Karabalyk to hold regular clean-up days, plant trees and improve the territory, involving schoolchildren, students and all concerned residents in this process. The participants of the action emphasized that taking care of cleanliness is taking care of health, and every citizen can contribute to the common cause.— A clean environment is the key to health and high physical activity. We must set an example of caring for nature," the organizers of the action noted. They also appealed to the residents of the district and the whole country to actively participate in environmental events and initiatives, because "Taza Kazakhstan" is a manifestation of genuine patriotism.On the same day, on July 14, a large-scale urban environmental campaign was held in the city of Arkalyk as part of the implementation of the republican program "Taza Kazakhstan". The event was attended by residents of the city, employees of public utilities, volunteers and fighters of "Zhasyl El".During the campaign, work was carried out on cleaning the territories of apartment and private houses, whitewashing trees, and mowing grass. Special attention was paid to the cleaning of squares, alleys, parks and coastal areas of reservoirs. A significant part of the work was carried out by the forces of Zhasyl El, which became a vivid example of how young people can effectively participate in improving the urban environment.The environmental events held in the Karabalyk district and the city of Arkalyk have become another proof that residents of Kostanay region are actively involved in the implementation of the Taza Kazakhstan initiative, making a tangible contribution to improving the environmental situation in their settlements.— Today's actions are not just garbage collection, it is a demonstration of the unity of society in striving for a clean future. Only through joint efforts will we be able to preserve nature for future generations," the participants noted.The Taza Kazakhstan program continues to unite the efforts of the state, business, public organizations and citizens themselves, forming an ecologically responsible society and strengthening the region through caring for nature.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1033977?lang=kk

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Kabul, July 11, 2025 – As part of his visit to Afghanistan, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Acting Minister of Industry and Trade of Afghanistan Nooruddin Azizi.The parties discussed current areas of cooperation, including the development of railway transport, agriculture, digital infrastructure, mineral extraction, as well as the expansion of mutual trade.The Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized that trade and economic cooperation between the two countries has significant potential. Kazakhstan has the capacity to increase exports of chemical industry products, agricultural goods, fuels and lubricants, and mineral fertilizers.In this regard, both sides confirmed their mutual commitment to increasing bilateral trade turnover to 3 billion US dollars in accordance with the signed Roadmap for the development of trade and economic cooperation.Special attention was given to infrastructure projects. Minister Nurtleu noted the interest of Kazakh companies in participating in major projects on Afghan territory. In particular, the construction of the Turgundi-Herat railway, which could ensure cargo transport toward Pakistani ports, is under consideration. In this context, the parties welcomed the signing of the relevant memorandum between the sectoral agencies of the two countries.The importance of Kazakhstan’s contribution to providing humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan was also emphasized, as the country continues to supply the Afghan people with food, essential goods, and medicines, thus contributing to the preservation of stability and resilience in the country.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue a substantive dialogue on the implementation of joint projects in priority sectors and to ensure effective coordination at the level of the respective government agencies.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1033543?lang=kk

Abu Dhabi, July 10, 2025 – The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the United Arab Emirates, Rauan Zhumabek, presented his Credentials Letters to UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.During the conversation after the ceremony, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed noted special respect for Kazakhstan and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and expressed interest in bringing cooperation to a new level.In turn, the Kazakh diplomat thanked him for the warm welcome and noted that cooperation in the political, trade, economic and investment spheres between the two countries is actively developing.In addition, he spoke about the official visit of the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Khaled bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, to Astana in May this year and the high-quality implementation of the agreements reached within its framework and about the importance of giving a new impetus to the relations between the two countries.At the end of the meeting, the UAE President congratulated the Kazakh Ambassador on the official start of his particularly responsible diplomatic mission and wished him success in his activities to further strengthen friendly ties between Kazakhstan and the Emirates.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1033452?lang=kk

Ankara, July 9, 2025 – Bilateral political consultations were held under the co-chairmanship of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye Ayşe Berris Ekinci.The parties discussed the current state and future prospects of bilateral cooperation between Kazakhstan and Türkiye, reaffirming their mutual interest in further strengthening political dialogue.Special attention was given to trade, economic and investment cooperation, as well as the expansion of the bilateral legal framework. Diplomats reviewed the status of existing investment projects and expressed readiness to invest in major joint initiatives in the future.The sides agreed to deepen cooperation in promising sectors such as energy, transport, logistics, finance, agriculture, culture, education, and healthcare.The diplomats also exchanged views on interaction within the framework of Turkic integration organizations, the United Nations, and other international bodies, and discussed pressing issues on the global and regional agenda.Following the meeting, the parties agreed on a joint action plan for 2025 and committed to continue joint efforts to further enhance the expanded strategic partnership between Astana and Ankara.In addition, Deputy Minister Bakayev held a separate meeting with Deputy Foreign Minister of Türkiye Nuh Yılmaz. The diplomats shared views on recent developments in the Middle East and discussed cooperation within the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1033427?lang=kk

Athens, July 10, 2025 – The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Greece, Timur Sultanghozhin, presented his Letters of Credence to the President of the Hellenic Republic, Konstantinos Tasoulas.The ceremony was held at the Presidential Mansion in Athens, the official residence of the Head of State. During their ensuing conversation, the two sides highly valued the current level of bilateral relations and underscored their readiness to further deepen political, economic, and cultural-humanitarian cooperation between Kazakhstan and Greece.Ambassador Sultanghozhin highlighted the particular importance of maintaining a regular political dialogue and high-level exchanges in order to broaden the partnership between the two countries. Special attention was given to promising areas of trade and economic cooperation, including joint projects in transport, logistics, energy, tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing.President of the Hellenic Republic conveyed cordial greetings to President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, expressed confidence in the successful fulfillment of the Ambassador’s mission, and reaffirmed Greece’s interest in expanding mutually beneficial ties with Kazakhstan across the entire spectrum of bilateral relations.At the close of the ceremony, both sides confirmed their intention to continue close coordination on international issues, to strengthen the bilateral partnership, and to promote friendly contacts between the peoples of Kazakhstan and Greece.The ceremony was also attended by Aliki Chatzi, Secretary-General of the Presidency of Greece, and Yiannis Loverdos, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Greece.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1033416?lang=kk

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Astana, July 10, 2025 – First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Akan Rakhmetullin held a meeting with Eric Meyer, Senior Bureau Official for the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, U.S. Department of State.The sides discussed the current state and future prospects of the enhanced strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and the United States.Following the meeting, they reaffirmed mutual commitment to deepening cooperation and agreed to maintain regular contact at all levels. In this context, the parties emphasized the significance of the recent visit by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu to Washington, upon the invitation of U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1032878?lang=kk

an expanded meeting dedicated to the implementation of the national project "Taza Kazakhstan".In his speech, the head of the region stressed that ecological culture and environmental cleanliness are becoming one of the key priorities of state policy.– Today we face the task of forming a new ecological consciousness based on respect for the environment. The Taza Kazakhstan program unites people and awakens in them a sense of responsibility for how we leave our home to future generations,– Kumar Aksakalov said.The meeting summed up the results of the work done since the beginning of the year. 11.6 billion tenge has been allocated for landscaping, landscaping and improving the ecological status of settlements this year.Positive changes are taking place in both urban and rural areas. 7 parks are being improved in the regional center according to modern standards. In general, 4.3 billion tenge was allocated to improve the condition of 80 parks in the region. The repair of the road network is also actively underway - more than 102 billion tenge is provided for these purposes, which is 38% more than last year.Much attention is paid to landscaping: 88.5 thousand seedlings were planted in the spring, which is 83.9% of the plan.Positive changes are also taking place in rural settlements, where parks, playgrounds and sports grounds are being created, street lights are being installed, and streets are being landscaped.A special place in the implementation of the initiative is given to work with youth.School—age and student-age activists, participants in the Ecosakshy project, created to monitor the state of territories and involve young people in environmental protection, made presentations at the meeting.Kumar Aksakalov noted the importance of civic engagement:– Strong public participation is the key to the successful implementation of any government program. Environmental education should start from childhood. It is young people who are becoming real environmentalists today.During the meeting, examples of both the successful implementation of the program's objectives and the facts of insufficient control by individual enterprises, akimats and police authorities were considered. The akim of the region instructed to conduct internal inspections in cases where there was no reaction to the identified violations of landscaping.Kumar Aksakalov emphasized the importance of environmental patrolling. The participants of the Ecosakshy project were instructed to step up work in the districts of the region, as well as interact with law enforcement agencies and transmit the identified facts of violations through the Taza Kazakhstan chatbot.One of the new directions was the idea of creating a public space in the forest area near the village of Michurino, Kostanay region, as part of the future "green belt" of the city. The Department of Natural Resources and the Akimat of Kostanay region were instructed to develop design and estimate documentation for the improvement of this territory.At the end of the meeting, Kumar Aksakalov emphasized:– Everything we do today is the air that our children will breathe tomorrow. We must leave future generations not only a legacy, but also an environment for life. "Taza Kazakhstan" is not a one—season campaign. This is a new standard of attitude towards our land, towards our home.At the end of the year, another meeting is planned to be held, where the work of each district on the implementation of the program will be assessed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1032724?lang=kk

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The implementation of the President's instructions on the development of an inclusive society and mass sports continues in Kostanay region. Special attention is paid to creating conditions for the full-fledged life and development of children with special educational and medical needs.Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov visited a number of socially significant facilities where large-scale construction and reconstruction works aimed at improving the quality of life of residents of the region are being carried out.Center for special children — instead of the former residenceOne of the key facilities has become the future Rehabilitation Center for Children with Disabilities, which is being created on behalf of the President of the country on the basis of the former regional residence."The transfer of this building to the needs of children with disabilities is a fair and timely decision. Instead of a closed administrative building, a modern center will appear here, which will give thousands of children a chance to recover and develop," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized during an inspection of the facility.352.4 million tenge was allocated for the reconstruction of the building with an area of 2.1 thousand square meters. m. The center will have a capacity of 60 beds.The project assumes full coverage of children from 1.5 to 18 years old. The duration of the rehabilitation course will increase from 14 to 21 days. As a result, the center will be able to receive up to 1300 children annually, whereas now a similar institution covers no more than 400.- "Today there are 3,808 children with disabilities in our region. We cannot allow any of them to be ignored. Therefore, we are creating a high–quality and professional rehabilitation environment for them," the governor of the region said.The center will be equipped with medical equipment worth more than 1 billion tenge at the expense of the Public Fund "Kazakhstan Khalkyna", which will also build 3 sports grounds.An additional 50 million tenge was allocated from the regional budget for furnishing furniture, inventory and other household needs.The building has been adapted for people with limited mobility: ramps, lifting devices have been installed, doorways have been widened, adapted bathrooms and showers have been equipped.Cohabitation of children with their parents or accompanying persons is also provided. The center will employ specialists: a rehabilitologist, a traumatologist, a psychiatrist, a pediatrician, a speech therapist, a defectologist, a psychologist, as well as instructors in physical therapy and water therapy.The center is scheduled to open in August this year.The new facility is for strong and athletic youthThe next point of the akim's visit was the Table Tennis Center under construction in the city of Kostanay."The President has set us a clear task — to develop mass sports, to introduce as many children and youth to physical activity as possible. We must create an infrastructure that is accessible, modern and motivating," Kumar Aksakalov said.The center with a total area of 2.6 thousand square meters includes a sports hall with 12 tennis tables, spectator stands for 100 seats and an administrative and household complex. The capacity is up to 150 people. Not only training sessions will be held here, but also national and international competitions.Special attention is paid to accessibility for low-mobility groups of the population.The facility is scheduled to be commissioned in October 2026.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1032043?lang=kk

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Kyzylorda, July 8, 2025 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Akimat of Kyzylorda Region, and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) organized the First National Urban Forum of Kazakhstan (NUF2025). The event took place at the “Öner Ortalygy” venue, bringing together representatives of central and local government bodies, international organizations, the expert community, and the private sector.Held under the theme “First National Urban Forum – A New Chapter for the Urban Agenda,” the Forum marked the launch of Kazakhstan’s national urban policy development. Participants discussed priorities including inclusive planning, climate adaptation, digitalization of urban management, and financing urban transformation. Special attention was given to the role of small and medium-sized cities as drivers of regional development.First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Akan Rakhmetullin, delivered a welcome address, emphasizing the importance of partnership with UN-Habitat in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and improving the quality of life for citizens.“Improving the urban environment and enhancing our citizens’ quality of life is our shared goal. I am confident this Forum will serve as an effective platform for exchanging international experience and will be an important step toward advancing sustainable urbanization not only in Kazakhstan, but throughout Central Asia,” the Kazakh diplomat emphasized.The Forum featured thematic sessions, panel discussions, and a bilateral meeting between First Deputy Minister Rakhmetullin and Acting Deputy Executive Director of UN-Habitat, Rafael Tuts. The sides discussed current cooperation and further plans to strengthen collaboration.As part of his visit to Kazakhstan, Acting Deputy Executive Director Tuts also visited Almaty and familiarized himself with the activities of the UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals.The Forum forms part of Kazakhstan’s systematic efforts to implement the UN Sustainable Development Goals and deepen cooperation with international partners. In the final statement, participants reaffirmed their readiness to jointly develop and implement solutions aimed at creating inclusive, sustainable, and climate-neutral urban environments. Holding the first National Urban Forum in Kyzylorda was an important step towards building a balanced and modern urban policy that takes into account the interests of all regions of the country and is based on the best international practices.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1031047?lang=kk

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Astana, July 2, 2025 – The First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Akan Rakhmetullin received the new United Nations Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan Sarangoo Radnaaragchaa, who presented copies of her credentials.During the meeting, the sides discussed key aspects of cooperation, including the reform of the multilateral system, sustainable development, and further strengthening of the UN’s role.Welcoming the new head of the UN agency in Kazakhstan, First Deputy Minister Rakhmetullin emphasized that on behalf of active efforts of the UN, Kazakhstan is steadily implementing its international commitments under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.He also noted that the Government of Kazakhstan is currently preparing its third Voluntary National Review on the implementation of the SDG’s, to be presented at the upcoming High-Level Political Forum in New York this July.First Deputy Minister Rakhmetullin expressed his appreciation for the support and joint initiatives undertaken by the UN, particularly in the context of the 80th Anniversary of the United Nations.Resident Coordinator Radnaaragchaa thanked the Government of Kazakhstan for the high level of trust placed in the “UN family in Kazakhstan” and expressed her readiness to continue supporting and contributing to the achievement of the UN’s global goals.At the conclusion of the meeting, the sides agreed to further strengthen their partnership and cooperation across key areas of the international and national agenda.Sarangoo Radnaaragchaa assumed her duties as UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan on 22 June 2025. Prior to this appointment, she served as Regional Environmental Advisor at UNECE and held senior positions in the Government of Mongolia and other institutions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1030953?lang=kk