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The results of the work of healthcare institutions in the Kostanay region for January-May of this year have been summed up. At the regular meeting of the akimat chaired by the akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov, key results were announced, current problems were identified and instructions were given for further improvement of the healthcare system.Infrastructure development is a priority vectorOver the past two years, 25 primary health care facilities have been built in rural areas. These are outpatient clinics, feldsher-obstetric and medical centers equipped with ultrasound machines, laboratories, rehabilitation and physiotherapy equipment.In 2024, a Center for children with autism and other mental disabilities was opened in the region. The construction of a new polyclinic for 250 visits per shift is underway in the city of Tobyl, Kostanay district. The construction of medical facilities in the Yubileyny microdistrict of the city of Kostanay and in the city of Rudny is also nearing completion.Modern equipment is the basis of qualityIn the last three years alone, the volume of funding for the healthcare sector has increased by 1.3 times, and the cost of purchasing equipment has doubled and reached 7.2 billion tenge. In 2023–2025, 46 ambulances, an ambulance, more than a hundred anesthesia and respiratory devices, ECG and ultrasound equipment, incubators for newborns, an angiograph and mammographs were purchased.The wear and tear of medical equipment has been reduced from 49.2% in 2022 to 27% at the current moment. At the same time, in a number of districts, the level of equipment remains below the regional average – in particular, in Dzhangeldinsky, Fyodorovsky and Amangeldinsky.Personnel issue: focus on attracting specialistsTo solve the problem of the shortage of doctors in the region, a program to support medical personnel is being implemented. As a result of the measures taken, the number of unfilled medical vacancies has decreased from 251 to 160. In the Altynsarinsky and Fyodorovsky districts, the personnel shortage has been completely eliminated, and positive dynamics have been observed in most other districts.Lifting allowances are paid: up to 8.5 million tenge for especially in-demand specialists heading to rural areas, up to 5 million tenge for villages, and 3.5 million tenge for cities. In Arkalyk, Amangeldy and Dzhangeldy districts, the amount of payments has been additionally increased.Population health indicators require attentionIn some districts, cases of increased infant mortality have been recorded, and in the city of Rudny, there is one case of maternal mortality. A high mortality rate from cardiovascular diseases is observed in Kostanay and Karabalyk districts.The akim of the region emphasized that improving medical indicators is possible only with the joint work of specialists, authorities and citizens themselves. Prevention and timely visits to a doctor are of particular importance.Medical care must be humaneMedical organizations have a Patient Support Service designed to promptly resolve citizens' issues. Most complaints concern the quality of care, compliance with ethical and deontological standards. The heads of medical institutions have been instructed to personally monitor the work of the services and take action on each complaint."A patient came - they listened, examined, helped. This is exactly the model of interaction that should be," noted Kumar Aksakalov.Specific instructionsFollowing the meeting, the regional akim gave a number of instructions to the Health Department, including:take measures to prevent an increase in the incidence rate and strengthen prevention;ensure uniform technical equipment of medical institutions in all districts;continue work to attract and train medical personnel;improve the quality of medical services;reduce the debt burden on medical organizations;consider issues of disciplinary responsibility for managers who have allowed performance indicators to decline, with possible dismissal from their positions based on the results of 9 months.The regional healthcare system will continue to develop in line with the patient-oriented approach, where the focus is on health, comfort and trust of citizens.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1014739?lang=kk

About 105,000, or 98.6% of children, will be covered by summer holidays in 2025.264.4 million tenge is provided for these purposes.This year, the network of country camps in the region consists of 12 facilities (9 public, 3 private), where it is planned to improve the health of more than 8,000 children.In 3 state camps (recreation center named after Bakirova, "Lesnaya skazka" and "Altyngul"), pupils of boarding schools for orphaned children will have a rest.The opening of season 1 is scheduled for June 9-18.Over 4,000 teachers will be involved in the summer camps.It has become a good tradition for the Kazakhstan Khalqyna Charitable Foundation to conduct a project for rural children "QH Zhazdyk Zholdam", thanks to which 246 schoolchildren will have a free rest in 2 rural camps of the region this year: "Baldauren" and "Bolashak".For the fourth year in a row, 359 children with special educational needs from 13 regions of the region will have a rest in the framework of the state social order on the basis of the rehabilitation center "Hatiko" for a total amount of 54.1 million tenge. During the stay of children with an accompanying person in this center, five meals a day are provided for children and accompanying persons, as well as psychological services.Recreation for children from socially vulnerable categories is provided as a matter of priority. About 167 million tenge will be allocated from the local budget for these purposes and about 38 thousand children of certain categories will be covered by summer holidays.Starting from June 2, 773 free school camps will operate in all educational institutions of the region with a total coverage of about 98 thousand children, or 91% of students in grades 1-10.The issue of ensuring the safety of children in the summer is under special control.More than 105,000 children will be involved in various types of employment, including labor, tourism, creative and intellectual ones.The project "Summer psychological support sites" is planned in all educational organizations of the region, covering about 19.5 thousand children and adolescents.Within the framework of the state social order, the education departments plan to cover about 850 children with various activities in the amount of 17.0 million tenge..Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1014228?lang=kk

Astana, June 9, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko met today with the delegation of the Senate of Spain headed by Chairman of Foreign Relations Committee José Ignacio Landaluce.The parties discussed the prospects for strengthening inter-parliamentary ties, current issues of political, trade and economic cooperation, as well as interaction within international organizations.The interlocutors emphasized the importance of high- and top-level visits, which contribute to the development of a strategic partnership between Astana and Madrid.Deputy Minister Vassilenko noted the broad potential for cooperation with Spain, one of Kazakhstan’s important partners in the European Union. In his opinion, the visit of Spanish deputies opens a new chapter in the development of inter-parliamentary ties.In turn, Chairman Landaluce confirmed the strategic nature of Kazakh-Spanish relations and expressed his readiness to continue to assist in promoting cooperation with Kazakhstan.For reference: the trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Spain for January-April 2025 amounted to 731.3 million US dollars (exports – 584.7 million, imports – 146.5 million), increasing by 26% compared to the same period in 2024. There are 60 companies registered in Kazakhstan with Spanish capital. Since 2005, 333.5 million dollars of direct foreign investment from Spain have been attracted to the economy of Kazakhstan. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1014181?lang=kk

Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov held a meeting with Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Chinese corporation East Hope Group Liu Yongxing. Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov took part in the discussion of the prospects of the new investment project.The project provides for the creation of a full-cycle industrial park for aluminum production using the principles of circular economy and renewable energy sources. It is planned that the implementation of the project in the Kostanay region will take place in stages in 2025-2029. The total amount of investments under the project in the region will amount to about 3 billion US dollars.At the first stage, the following are planned:construction of a mining and processing plant for bauxite processing with a capacity of up to 6 million tons per year;launch of alumina production;construction of all necessary engineering infrastructure.Kostanay region offers a plot of 800 hectares with close access to water, gas and electricity supply networks, as well as to railways and highways. Additionally, the possibility of creating a special economic zone with tax and administrative preferences is being considered.Position of the akim of the region:"The implementation of the aluminum production project in Kostanay region is a strategically important step. We have everything you need: natural resources, infrastructure, logistics and support at all levels. We are ready to provide conditions for the location of the entire production complex and provide the necessary support to investors," Kumar Aksakalov said.The project meets the key objectives set by the Head of State for the formation of a diversified, technologically and environmentally oriented economy. Its implementation will give a powerful impetus to the development of the industrial sector of Kostanay region and the entire northern region of the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1014041?lang=kk

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 Tehran, June 7, 2025 – At the invitation of the Iranian side, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu has arrived in the Islamic Republic of Iran for an official visit.The visit commenced with a meeting with President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian, during which the parties discussed current issues of Kazakh-Iranian cooperation and reaffirmed their commitment to the comprehensive strengthening of bilateral relations. The Kazakh Foreign Minister conveyed warm greetings and congratulations on the occasion of Eid al-Adha from President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the Iranian leader.Special attention during the talks was given to enhancing trade and economic cooperation. The parties noted a 50% increase in bilateral trade turnover in 2024 and expressed mutual interest in its continued growth. They also discussed prospects for joint efforts in the transport and logistics sector, including the use of the Caspian Sea’s transit potential and the development of the International North-South Transport Corridor.The interlocutors also exchanged views on regional and global issues and confirmed their commitment to continued close cooperation within multilateral frameworks.At the conclusion of the meeting, President Pezeshkian highly praised the level of Kazakh-Iranian relations and expressed readiness for their further substantive development. He also extended his best wishes to Kazakhstan’s President Tokayev. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1013423?lang=kk

New Delhi, June 5, 2025 – As part of the official visit to the Republic of India, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu took part in the Central Asia – India Business Council.In his speech, the Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized India’s importance as a key strategic partner in South Asia and noted the existing potential for growth in bilateral trade between Kazakhstan and India – from the current 1 billion US dollars in 2024 to 3 billion dollars in the near future. He also drew attention to the 41% increase in Indian investments in Kazakhstan’s economy, which exceeded 525 million dollars.“We consider this only as the beginning. Kazakhstan, as the largest economy in Central Asia and a transit hub between East and West, is ready to strengthen cooperation with India in such areas as trade, digital transformation, critical minerals, energy security, and humanitarian ties,” the Minister stated.Particular attention was paid to transport and logistical connectivity. Minister Nurtleu emphasized the importance of developing international corridors, particularly the “North – South” route and the Middle Corridor, and invited the Indian side to participate in joint infrastructure projects, including multimodal routes, fiber-optic lines, and regional energy grids.Kazakhstan also expressed its readiness to become a reliable supplier of strategic resources, including energy resources, rare earth metals, and agricultural products within the framework of India’s Viksit Bharat (Developed India) initiative.The sides explored opportunities in the field of digital technologies: over the past three years, the export of digital solutions from Kazakhstan has increased almost 12-fold, reaching 690 million US dollars. The Kazakh Minister called for deeper cooperation in the fields of IT, startups, research, and knowledge exchange.In the field of agriculture and food security, it was proposed to combine Kazakhstan’s agrarian potential with India’s food processing technologies.Among other promising areas, the growth of tourist flow from India was noted: in 2024, it reached 150,000 people – almost twice as many as the year before. Contributing factors included the introduction of a 14-day visa-free regime and the launch of direct flights between Almaty and New Delhi. Kazakhstan expressed its readiness to support the opening of hotels and restaurants offering Indian cuisine in the country’s key cities.In the area of investment attraction, Minister Nurtleu noted the presence of a favorable climate: the introduction, starting from May 2025, of a 10-year investment visa (“golden visa”) for foreign nationals investing from 300,000 US dollars, and the active role of the Astana International Financial Centre as a regional financial hub, similar to India’s “GIFT City,” London, and Dubai.In conclusion, the Kazakh side proposed to host the next session of the council in Kazakhstan, expressing confidence that the meetings held will pave the way for concrete business outcomes.The Central Asia – India Business Council reaffirmed the shared commitment to deepening multilateral partnership and creating new growth points amid the global transformation of the world economy. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1013243?lang=kk

New Delhi, June 6, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu took part in the 4th Ministerial Meeting of the “Central Asia – India” Dialogue.The meeting focused on main areas of partnership between the Central Asian countries and the Republic of India, covering such fields as transport and logistics, regional cooperation, counter-terrorism, and the development of advanced technologies.In his remarks, Minister Nurtleu emphasized the importance of strengthening the multilateral “CA-India” format, highlighting the need to further expand cooperation in key areas to ensure regional stability.The Kazakh Foreign Minister underscored the importance of transport connectivity for the sustainable economic growth of the countries. Kazakhstan is actively developing the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, which enables safe and efficient cargo transportation from Asia to Europe. The Minister invited Indian companies to participate in the implementation of major projects aimed at further expanding the route’s capacity.“Central Asia is becoming an important logistics hub capable of connecting Asia and Europe through Kazakhstan,” stated Minister Nurtleu.The participants emphasized the importance of joint responses to current challenges and threats. They discussed ways to address environmental issues in the region, prevent transnational threats, and strengthen cultural exchange.Particular attention was given to the implementation of joint projects in the Central Asian region, and priority areas of the “CA-India” Dialogue were outlined.The Kazakh side called for the enhancement of institutional mechanisms within this format, the diversification of interregional trade, the development of transit routes and green energy, as well as the intensification of joint efforts in promising areas such as financial technologies, digitalization, and the IT industry.At the conclusion of the forum, the foreign ministers adopted a Joint Statement reaffirming their shared commitment to deepening multilateral cooperation within the “Central Asia – India” format.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1013321?lang=kk

During a working visit to the Auliekol district, the Akim of the Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov visited the villages of Novonezhinka, Ozernoye and Amankaragay. The main attention was paid to the issues of improvement, development of social infrastructure and involvement of business in the implementation of the "Taza Kazakhstan" program.Responsibility to the native landDuring a meeting with residents and agricultural producers, Kumar Aksakalov recalled that the Head of State noted in one of his speeches:"Every person who has achieved success must contribute to the development of his native land. This is true patriotism.""Today, when the sowing campaign is almost complete, resources, equipment, specialists are being freed up. It is time to direct efforts to the improvement and development of villages," Kumar Aksakalov noted.He emphasized the importance of the personal responsibility of each entrepreneur for the land where he lives and works.Sports for allA new sports and fitness complex was officially opened in Novonezhinka village.The modern building became part of a large-scale project to develop sports infrastructure in the region.The complex is designed for 48 people per shift and provides opportunities for playing football, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, kazaksha kures, togyzkumalak and chess.— Over the past two years, 17 sports facilities have been built in the region, and we continue to develop this network. The main thing is to involve as many children and young people as possible in sports and a healthy lifestyle, — the regional akim emphasized.New kindergarten in AmankaragayOne of the important social facilities opened during the trip was the Aynalayin kindergarten in Amankaragay village.The kindergarten is designed for 145 children, with 6 groups for children aged 2 to 5 working in Kazakh and Russian.The institution has created safe, comfortable and modern conditions for the development and education of children. This is another step in creating equal starting opportunities for rural children.Zhastar Square: Business Contribution to the VillageIn the village of Ozernoye, Kumar Aksakalov got acquainted with the activities of the forestry institution, and also visited the Zhastar square under construction in the village of Novonezhenka - an example of successful interaction between the state and business.The initiative is being implemented with the support of local agricultural producers within the framework of the Taza Kazakhstan program.- Improvement is not only a task for the state. This is the responsibility of every caring person. When a business takes patronage over its native village, this is real care for the land, - the akim of the region emphasized.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1012895?lang=kk

Astana, June 5, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov held a meeting with Joaquim Nunes de Almeida, Director for Mobility and Energy-Intensive Industries at the Directorate-General for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs (DG GROW) of the European Commission.The meeting focused on prospects for deepening the partnership between Kazakhstan and the European Union in the areas of critical raw materials, sustainable supply chains, and technological cooperation. Kazakhstan reaffirmed its readiness for joint exploration and processing of critical minerals identified as priority by the EU, with a view to exporting higher value-added products.Special attention was paid to mechanisms for attracting investment in geological exploration. Discussions covered state support measures, including tax and customs incentives, investment protection guarantees, and infrastructure development.Deputy Minister Kuantyrov noted that cooperation with the EU in the field of critical raw materials is a strategic component of Kazakhstan’s foreign economic agenda: “Kazakhstan has already established itself as a reliable partner for European industries. We are creating the most transparent and predictable conditions for investors, including legislative stability, tax benefits, and streamlined procedures. Today’s dialogue with representatives of the European Commission reaffirms our mutual interest in long-term and pragmatic cooperation – from exploration to sustainable supply chains and scientific exchanges.”Emphasizing the importance of partnership with Kazakhstan, Joaquim Nunes de Almeida highlighted the strategic nature of bilateral cooperation: “We highly value our cooperation with Kazakhstan and consider it a key partner in ensuring the resilience of the European Union’s supply chains. Your region plays a vital role in the implementation of our strategy to secure access to critical resources. I am confident that our joint efforts will help establish a stable, mutually beneficial, and long-term platform for collaboration.”The interlocutors also explored opportunities for cooperation within the Global Gateway initiative and Kazakhstan’s involvement in sustainable development projects, including in the context of the European Green Deal.At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides expressed readiness to continue cooperation, including support for joint projects, technology exchange, and academic partnerships.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1012924?lang=kk

Astana, June 4, 2025 – The second round of consultations between the ministries of foreign affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Hellenic Republic was held today in the Kazakh capital. The Kazakh delegation was led by Daniyar Seidaliyev, Director of the European Department of Foreign Ministry, the Greek delegation was headed by Dimitrios Michalopoulos, Director of the A5 Department of the Foreign Ministry.The parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation between Astana and Athens, confirming their mutual interest in further strengthening political dialogue.Special attention was paid to inter-parliamentary cooperation and the enhancement of the bilateral legal framework. The positive role of the diasporas in expanding humanitarian ties between the two countries was highlighted.A wide exchange of views took place on issues of trade, economic and investment cooperation, including in the promising areas such as energy, transport, logistics, ICT, finance, agriculture, and climate change.The sides also exchanged views on the current international and regional agenda, including cooperation within the framework of the European Union, the United Nations, and the OSCE.Following the consultations, the parties agreed to continue joint efforts aimed at deepening the constructive partnership between Kazakhstan and Greece.Additionally, during the visit to the MFA, the Greek delegation was received by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko, who warmly welcomed the Greek partners and reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to an active dialogue across the full spectrum of bilateral issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1012591?lang=kk

New Delhi, June 5, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Murat Nurtleu, arrived in the Republic of India on an official visit at the invitation of the Indian side.During the visit, he met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of India, Subramanyam Jaishankar. The parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of the Kazakh-Indian strategic partnership. Particular attention was paid to strengthening trade and economic ties and creating favorable conditions for the business communities of both countries.The Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized that last year the trade turnover between the two countries amounted to about 1 billion US dollars, and the total volume of investments from India to Kazakhstan over the past 20 years exceeded 450 million US dollars.In this regard, Minister Nurtleu proposed intensifying business contacts to expand economic cooperation and further increase the volume of mutual trade. He also invited leading Indian companies to implement joint investment projects in industry, energy, transport, and logistics.The importance of the participation of business circles from both countries in developing business ties was highlighted. Currently, more than 600 Indian companies operate in Kazakhstan in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, mining, and food production.“India is a reliable political, trade, and economic partner of Kazakhstan in South Asia, and our ties are developing steadily in a constructive direction,” Minister Nurtleu emphasized.The heads of the foreign ministries also “compared the notes” on topical issues of the regional and global agenda, confirming their readiness for further cooperation within the frameworks of the UN, CICA, and SCO.The Kazakh side stressed the importance of further promoting the “Central Asia + India” Dialogue as an important platform for discussing key issues of regional cooperation.The Kazakh Foreign Minister also expressed gratitude to the Indian side for supporting and co-sponsoring the UN Security Council resolution on the establishment of the UN Regional Center on Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan.Following the meeting, the Plan of Cooperation between the Foreign Ministries of Kazakhstan and India for 2025-2027 was signed, outlining promising areas for further collaboration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1012708?lang=kk

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