Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov inspected the progress of construction works in Kostanay.On behalf of the President, a large-scale modernization of railway stations is being carried out in the country.In our region, 6 railway stations are being reconstructed in the cities of Kostanay, Arkalyk, as well as at Tobol, Zhelezorudny, Amankaragai and Kushmurun stations. The railway station of Amankaragai station has resumed its work after major repairs.As a result of the reconstruction of the railway station in Kostanay, the total area of the building will increase from 7.4 thousand to 10.4 thousand square meters.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1166098?lang=kk

В Министерстве иностранных дел Казахстана состоялись очередные двусторонние консультации по вопросам контроля над вооружениями, разоружения и нераспространения на уровне курирующих заместителей министров иностранных дел.Казахскую делегацию возглавил Первый заместитель министра Ержан Ашикбаев, с российской стороны – Заместитель министра Сергей Рябков. Стороны обсудили широкий спектр актуальных вопросов на повестке дня глобальной безопасности, включая проблематику укрепления режима ядерного разоружения и нераспространения, биологическую безопасность и вопросы экспортного контроля. Дипломаты также обменялись мнениями по основным приоритетам совместной работы в рамках профильных многосторонних структур, включая Первый комитет Генеральной Ассамблеи ООН, Конференцию по разоружению и предстоящую в этом году Одиннадцатую Обзорную конференцию Договора о нераспространении ядерного оружия.По итогам, стороны подтвердили намерение далее продолжать предметный диалог по данной тематике.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1165869?lang=kk

Astana, February 19, 2026 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted an excursion for students of 10-12 grades and members of the Diplomacy Club at the Canadian International School in Astana.During the visit, the students visited the Ministry's museum, where they learned about the history of the formation and development of Kazakhstan’s diplomatic service , as well as the main directions of the country's foreign policy.In addition to the excursion programme, employees of the Ministry's structural divisions delivered presentations for the students. During the lectures, diplomats spoke about the specifics of their work in relevant areas, Kazakhstan's key international initiatives and the peculiarities of diplomatic service.Special attention was paid to the formation of civic responsibility, patriotism and commitment to national values, which corresponds to the goals of the unified education program "Adal Azamat", implemented on behalf of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. At the end of the meeting, the Ministry representatives answered questions from students who demonstrated keen interest in the professional activities of diplomats.Following the visit, the school administration and students expressed their sincere gratitude to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and its staff for the warm welcome, informative tour, and opportunity to receive detailed answers to their questions about diplomatic work.Such events help to increase young people's interest in international relations, as well as the practical implementation of the tasks of the "Adal Azamat" program aimed at forming a responsible, educated and value-oriented generation of citizens of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1165620?lang=kk

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A Family Support Center has started operating in the city of Arkalyk, aimed at strengthening family values and providing comprehensive assistance to the population. The new institution is designed to promote the development of the family institution, ensure social stability and provide comprehensive support to citizens in difficult situations.The Center's activities are focused on providing social, psychological, legal and informational assistance to families. The structure of the institution includes 6 divisions. These include the Department of psychological assistance, legal counseling, work with youth and parents, social support, mediation and dispute prevention, as well as the Department of Public Relations and mass media.The Center works closely with government agencies and non-governmental organizations to provide comprehensive and effective support to families. Cooperation with educational institutions, healthcare, internal affairs bodies and other structures ensures prompt response to crisis situations and high-quality assistance to families in difficult circumstances.In its work, the institution is guided by the principles of accessibility, confidentiality and respect for each family. These approaches contribute to creating an atmosphere of trust, ensuring the security of citizens' personal data and creating conditions for open resolution of family issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1165245?lang=kk

70% of new residents from 43 families belong to socially vulnerable population categories.Among the recipients of apartments in the "Astana" microdistrict of the Kostanay city agglomeration are orphans and children left without parental care, people with disabilities, large families, and single-parent families.The apartments are handed over with finished interior decoration and are fully equipped with all necessary utility networks."The President of the country pays special attention to the development of housing construction. Over the past three years, 1.5 million square meters of housing have been built in the region. Last year alone, 517.4 thousand square meters were commissioned, of which 63.7 thousand square meters were in rural areas. Thanks to this, 5.5 thousand families have improved their living conditions," noted the head of the region, Kumar Aksakalov.In the "Astana" microdistrict, the construction of 10 apartment buildings has been completed over the past year and a half, providing 450 modern apartments. Currently, the construction of another 13 five-story buildings continues. This year, it is planned to begin construction of another 16 apartment buildings.Overall, the microdistrict plans for the construction of 154 apartment buildings, which will provide housing for about 60 thousand people.Furthermore, the "Qostanai Zhastary" program is being implemented in the region, aimed at providing housing for young people. Over the past three years, about 5 billion tenge has been allocated for its implementation, thanks to which more than 340 young families have acquired their own housing. This year, it is planned to allocate another 1.8 billion tenge for providing loans.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1165032?lang=kk

The educational institution was built in accordance with modern requirements, and all conditions have been created for quality education and the development of students' abilities. The building of the previous school, erected in 1962, was in a dilapidated state, so the regional leadership made the decision to construct a new educational institution. Furthermore, the village of Enbek is located near the regional center and is a promising settlement with steady growth."In accordance with the instruction of the Head of State on modernizing school infrastructure in rural areas, a new school has opened in the village of Enbek. Over the past three years, 19 social facilities have been commissioned for the younger generation in the region, including 9 schools, 6 kindergartens, and 3 creativity centers. Two of these schools were built in the Kostanay district," noted the Akim of Kostanay Region, Kumar Aksakalov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1165004?lang=kk

At a meeting of the akimat of the Kostanay region, which was attended by the regional akim Kumar Aksakalov, issues of preparation for the 2026 flood were considered. The event was attended by heads of regional departments, directorates, and responsible institutions.The Head of State paid special attention to possible flooding in a number of regions.To date, the material and technical support and the work of the Operational Headquarters in the region show positive results."For districts at risk of flooding, about 50 units of equipment worth approximately 1 billion tenge were purchased. Among them are 7 high-cross-country vehicles, 3 crew buses, and 20 off-road vehicles. In the Karasu district, the constructed water diversion channel has reduced the risk of flooding settlements and proven its effectiveness," reported regional akim Kumar Aksakalov.In the region, 32 protective dams have been built and reinforced, work has been carried out to strengthen the shoreline along the Tobyl River, more than 2000 water passage structures and sewer systems on highways have been cleared. On 13 road sections, 38 culverts have been installed. Restoration work has been completed on 9 hydraulic structures.To date, more than 1.3 million cubic meters of snow have been removed from the regions. A reserve of about 4 billion tenge has been allocated.Currently, locations for ice blasting operations have been determined.This year, the Operational Headquarters will begin its work on March 1.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1163591?lang=kk

Schoolchildren from the city of Rudny actively joined in the collection of waste paper for recycling.. The environmental initiative is being held within the framework of the republican campaign of Taza Kazakhstan, aimed at the formation of an ecological culture and the preservation of the environment.Young participants of the action collect old books, newspapers, magazines and used notebooks. They bring waste paper from home, turn to neighbors, organize collection at enterprises, and even find recyclable materials on the street. According to the organizers, such work not only helps to clean up the environment, but also educates the younger generation with a responsible attitude towards nature.Paper recycling is essential for the conservation of natural resources. Thus, each ton of waste paper collected can save at least 17 trees, as well as reduce the amount of waste in landfills and reduce the burden on the ecosystem.The action brought together schoolchildren, teachers and residents of the city, becoming an example of active youth participation in solving environmental issues. Such initiatives contribute to the formation of environmental awareness and demonstrate that even small efforts by each person can make a significant contribution to nature conservation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1163321?lang=kk

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Astana, February 16, 2026 – An extraordinary meeting of the Regional Contact Group of Special Representatives of Central Asian countries on Afghanistan was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The meeting brought together the representatives of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.Special Representative of the President of Kazakhstan for Afghanistan Yerkin Tukumov stressed on Kazakhstan’s interest in a constructive exchange of views and in identifying practical solutions to pressing the issues of engagement with Kabul.The parties discussed the current situation in Afghanistan and matters of practical cooperation, including the development of trade and economic ties, expansion of transit and transport corridors through Afghan territory, as well as regional security issues.Participants underscored the importance of coordinating the efforts of Central Asian states in the interests of ensuring stability and sustainable development in Afghanistan.Following the meeting, the participants reaffirmed their readiness to continue regular consultations and maintain working-level contacts within the framework of the Regional Contact Group.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1162699?lang=kk

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A 55-apartment residential building has been commissioned in the city of Arkalyk, intended for citizens on the waiting list for state housing.In 2025, a 48-apartment residential building at 13 Baitursynov Street was renovated, after which the apartments were provided to representatives of socially vulnerable segments of the population. This year, work in this direction continued, and the 55-apartment residential building at 12 Baitursynov Street has been handed over to citizens in need of housing.The new building includes 17 one-room apartments, 20 two-room apartments, and 18 three-room apartments.Keys to the apartments were presented to large families, orphaned children, citizens with disabilities of groups I–II, single-parent families, as well as families raising children with disabilities.This initiative is a concrete result of systematic work to provide housing for citizens in need of social support.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1161836?lang=kk

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Bishkek, February 13, 2026 – As part of an official visit to Bishkek, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Zheenbek Kulubaev.During the talks, the heads of the foreign ministries discussed a wide range of issues concerning Kazakh-Kyrgyz cooperation.The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan emphasized that thanks to the political will of the heads of state, bilateral relations between the two countries have reached a qualitatively new level of interaction.“Following reciprocal high-level visits, a clear vector for further strengthening the fraternal Kazakh-Kyrgyz relations has been set. On our part, we intend to make every effort to work jointly on the comprehensive development of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan in the spirit of enduring friendship and good-neighborliness,” said Minister Kosherbayev.In turn, Minister Kulubaev confirmed the progressive development of allied relations between the two states, based on the principles of brotherhood and good-neighborliness.The parties thoroughly discussed measures for the practical implementation of agreements reached at the highest level in recent years and expressed their readiness to continue promoting closer ties through intergovernmental cooperation.“Kazakh-Kyrgyz relations are rapidly developing. Bilateral trade, economic, and investment cooperation is strengthening year by year, and we intend to comprehensively deepen allied relations with Kyrgyzstan,” Kosherbayev emphasized during the discussion.The head of Kazakhstan’s foreign ministry noted that Kazakhstan firmly holds a place among the top three largest trading partners of Kyrgyzstan. The volume of mutual trade reached 2 billion US dollars, with a goal set to increase this figure to 3 billion. This will be facilitated by the planned diversification of the commodity turnover, further development of interregional links, and the launch of new joint projects, including the establishment of a cross-border Industrial Trade and Logistics Complex, the multiplier effect of which will impact the entire spectrum of Kazakh-Kyrgyz cooperation.Minister Kosherbayev also noted that over the past 20 years, Kazakhstani companies’ investments in the Kyrgyz economy have amounted to 1.4 billion, at the same time, it is in the interest of both countries to expand the sphere of investment cooperation. In this regard, the heads of the foreign ministries, emphasizing the significant potential for cooperation, expressed their readiness to support the development of fruitful collaboration in energy, transport, logistics, and agriculture.A separate point was devoted to prospects for deepening cultural and humanitarian ties, which form the foundation of strong and long-term relations between the two fraternal peoples. The parties expressed satisfaction with the intensity of the events conducted. Last year, the Days of Kazakh Cinema, the 3rd Kazakh-Kyrgyz Youth Forum, and the ceremonial opening of the “Golden Bridge” monument in Bishkek were held in Kyrgyzstan. In Kazakhstan, the premiere of the musical “Jamila,” based on the eponymous story by Chingiz Aitmatov took place. In January of this year, the Days of Kyrgyz Cinema were successfully held in Astana.During the meeting, the ministers also compared notes on current regional and international agenda issues. They confirmed their commitment to close cooperation within the framework of the UN, as well as mutual support in promoting the international initiatives of the two states.In conclusion, the readiness to further strengthen inter-ministerial cooperation, including within the framework of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, was reaffirmed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1161450?lang=kk

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Bishkek, February 13, 2026 – As part of his official visit to Bishkek, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev was received by President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov.During the meeting, President Japarov noted with satisfaction the positive dynamics in the development of multifaceted cooperation between the two states and emphasized the importance of further deepening allied relations between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.In turn, Minister Kosherbayev conveyed warm greetings and best wishes on behalf of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and informed about the progress in implementing the agreements reached at the highest and high levels.“I would like to emphasize that Kazakh-Kyrgyz relations have significant potential and being filled with new qualitative substance, have been developing upward year by year. This is primarily facilitated by your regular political dialogue with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev,” Minister Kosherbayev noted.The Minister also underlined that Kazakhstan views the further expansion of bilateral trade and economic ties as a fundamental factor for progressive rapprochement. He stated with satisfaction that Kazakhstan firmly remains among the top three largest trading partners of Kyrgyzstan. The volume of mutual trade reached 2 billion US dollars, and a goal has been set to increase this figure to 3 billion dollars.The participants also highly appreciated cooperation between the two countries within multilateral formats and discussed current issues on the regional and international agenda.In conclusion, the sides reaffirmed the commitment of the brotherly nations to a course toward the consistent strengthening of allied relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1161357?lang=kk