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The Kostanay region maintains positive dynamics of socio-economic development and is among the leading regions of the country. The instruction of the Head of State to ensure annual economic growth of at least 6% has been exceeded — the annual figure reached 8%.Over the past three years, the regional budget has increased by 1.5 times. The average salary has also grown by 1.5 times, and investments in fixed capital — by 1.6 times. During this period, the volume of attracted foreign investment reached 1.5 billion US dollars. By the end of 2025, the region's economic growth also exceeded the national average.Positive dynamics are noted in the employment sector: over 47 thousand people have been provided with jobs, and 26.4 thousand new jobs have been created. As a result, the number of families receiving targeted social assistance has decreased by 23.7%.The volume of industrial production amounted to 3.5 trillion tenge. Seven major investment projects with a total value of 322 billion tenge have been implemented in the region. The largest of them is the KIA automobile plant, where assembly of 13 models of the Korean brand has been established, creating 1500 jobs.In 2025, two more major projects were commissioned — a plant for manufacturing components for trucks and a linear production center. These projects have employed 650 people.Currently, the construction of the international transport and logistics complex "Tobyl" is underway in the regional center. The total investment volume is 64 billion tenge. Already, 6 billion tenge has been utilized, a loading and unloading platform with an area of 26 thousand square meters has been built, and 2.7 kilometers of railway tracks have been laid. The implementation of the project will increase cargo transportation volume by 20%.Investment projects are also being implemented in the agro-industrial complex. Seven modern industrial dairy farms have been opened in the region, with another 5 planned for commissioning this year. This will double milk production.Furthermore, the construction of the country's largest confectionery enterprise — the "Confectionery Capital" factory — is nearing completion. The new production facility will strengthen the region's food security and enhance its export potential.The implementation of large-scale projects in the Kostanay region contributes to economic diversification, the creation of new jobs, and an increase in the population's standard of living.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1159784?lang=kk

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Astana, February 9, 2026 – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye Mustafa Kapucu.The parties discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakhstan-Türkiye cooperation in the political, trade and economic, investment fields, as well as cultural and humanitarian spheres.Particular attention was paid to the implementation of the agreements reached, aimed at comprehensively strengthening the enhanced strategic partnership between the two countries, as well as to the preparation of upcoming visits at high and the highest levels.The parties also considered issues related to the organization of the 14th Meeting of the Kazakhstan-Türkiye Intergovernmental Economic Commission, noting the importance of strengthening practical cooperation and implementing joint projects in the trade and economic, investment, and transport and logistics sectors.Reaffirming the high level of friendly relations between Kazakhstan and Türkiye, the parties expressed their mutual interest in continuing close cooperation within the framework of the Organization of Turkic States.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1158114?lang=kk

Astana, February 9, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received Ambassador of the Republic of India Sailas Thangal.During the meeting, the sides reaffirmed their mutual commitment to further strengthening the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and India, as well as their readiness for close cooperation, including within multilateral frameworks such as the UN, the SCO and CICA.The importance of further advancing the “Central Asia - India” Dialogue as a key platform for discussing priority issues of regional cooperation was underscored.Minister Kosherbayev emphasized the particular importance of developing cooperation between Kazakhstan and India as a key partner in South Asia, highlighting the priority of trade, economic and investment interaction, the development of transport and logistics links, as well as the expansion of cultural and humanitarian cooperation and tourism.In turn, Ambassador Thangal expressed his appreciation for the meeting and confirmed New Delhi’s interest in expanding multifaceted cooperation with Kazakhstan.Following the meeting, the interlocutors agreed to maintain contacts on current issues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1157958?lang=kk

Astana, February 9, 2026 – Alibek Kuantyrov, Deputy Minister of the Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan met with Nenad Popović, Minister of the International Economic Cooperation of the Republic of Serbia.During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues, including political cooperation, trade and economic relations. They also reviewed the schedule of bilateral events and visits planned for 2026.“Serbia is one of our most important partners in the Balkan region. We have established an effective institutional framework for cooperation, which includes regular political dialogue at the highest and high levels, interaction between the Friendship Groups in the Parliaments of our countries, as well as the work of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation,” noted Deputy Minister Kuantyrov.During the meeting, particular attention was paid to the implementation of the agreements reached following the official visit of the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, to Serbia on November 18-19, 2024, as well as the decisions of the 4th meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, held on August 8,2025 in Almaty. In particular, satisfaction was expressed with the launch of direct air services between Astana and Belgrade, which is expected to stimulate the development of bilateral interaction between the peoples and business communities of the two countries.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their intention to further develop Kazakh-Serbian relations based on mutual trust and mutually beneficial cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1157937?lang=kk

A new general education school No. 8 with Kazakh as the language of instruction, designed for 900 students, has opened its doors in the city of Rudny as part of the National Project "Keleshek Mektepleri". This day was eagerly awaited by both schoolchildren and their parents.All necessary conditions for the development of students' abilities have been created in the new school. Separate blocks are provided for primary, middle, and senior levels. Subject classrooms for chemistry, biology, physics, computer science, robotics, as well as STEAM laboratories, contribute to the development of students' research culture. Classrooms are equipped with computer equipment, interactive whiteboards, and foreign language classrooms have language labs. The school has 3 gyms with necessary equipment, a choreography hall, and a cozy canteen. Workshops for vocational training are equipped with machinery and sewing equipment.For the comprehensive development of students, playgrounds for active games and quiet recreation have been installed in the schoolyard.The school acts as the regional coordinator for the Kostanay region of the Kazakhstan National Federation of UNESCO Clubs and plans to actively engage in international exchange of experience in this field.It is also important for the mining city that 62 new jobs have been created at the school. 34 of them are for teachers, who face the task of fully utilizing the created comfortable conditions to provide quality knowledge and develop students' intellectual, athletic, and creative abilities.It is worth recalling that 6 schools for 4500 students have been opened under the National Project: in Arkalyk (300 students), in Zarechnoye village, Kostanay district (900 students), two schools in Kostanay (for 1200 and 900 students), in Kushmurun village, Auliekol district (300 students), and in Rudny (900 students).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1157603?lang=kk

During a working trip to the Auliekol district, the akim (governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, participated in a ceremony to hand over keys to new apartments to residents of the village of Auliekol from among socially vulnerable categories of citizens.In Auliekol, for the first time in many years, not counting housing built after a fire, a new multi-apartment residential building has been constructed.The housing was provided from the municipal housing stock as part of the implementation of state housing policy. A total of 24 apartments were handed over to the new residents. The project was implemented using budgetary funds, with a total cost of 356.3 million tenge. The housing supplier was "Yelorda Invest Stroy" LLP.The regional akim noted that the development of housing construction is one of the priorities of state policy. He also noted that housing construction is actively developing not only in cities but also in district centers and villages, which increases their attractiveness for living and working."The Head of State pays special attention to the housing construction sector. In the Kostanay region, this work is carried out systematically, and the volume of housing commissioned is growing annually. By the end of 2025, 517.4 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned in the region, of which 63.7 thousand were in rural areas. This has made it possible to provide apartments to more than 5.4 thousand families," noted the head of the region.The total area of the residential premises is 1,228.8 square meters. The new three-story building includes 9 one-room and 15 two-room apartments ranging in area from 37 to 64 square meters. The apartments were handed over with finished interior work, equipped with all utility connections, and are completely ready for occupancy.Concluding the ceremony, the head of the region congratulated the new residents and wished them well-being.Special attention in the region is paid to supporting youth. The "Kostanay Zhastary" program is being implemented, under which over 340 young families have purchased their own housing in three years.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1157583?lang=kk

The Amankaragai station building has resumed operations after a major renovationin the Auliekol districtOn the instructions of the President, a large-scale program for the renewal of railway stations is being implemented in the republic. In the Kostanay region, six stations are being reconstructed - in Kostanay, Arkalyk, Tobol, Zhelezorudny, Amankaragai, and Kushmurun.Today, the Amankaragai station building has already resumed operations after a major renovation. The reconstruction of the building was carried out under the order of JSC "NC "Kazakhstan Temir Zholy". The general contractor was "SERVISSTAL" LLP.During a working visit to the village of Amankaragai in the Auliekol district, the Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, emphasized that the railway station is one of the key transport facilities."The station building has been updated and its area increased from 403 m2 to 435 m2. Engineering networks, waiting halls and ticket zones, sanitary facilities have been modernized, and modern security systems have been implemented. Special attention during the reconstruction was paid to creating a barrier-free environment. Conditions have been provided for people with limited mobility, the elderly, and passengers with children. The level of comfort and quality of passenger service has been significantly improved", noted the Akim of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov.For the period of reconstruction, the relocation of passengers and staff to the ECP (Electrical Centralization Post) building was organized, equipped with 40 seats and a heating system, which ensured comfortable conditions during the autumn-winter period.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1157568?lang=kk

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A new two-story residential building has been commissioned in the district center of Denisovsky District.The new building is located at the address: Denisovka village, Chapaeva Street, 11A. The two-story apartment building was constructed using high-quality and durable building materials. The building is fully equipped with the necessary engineering infrastructure — water supply, gas, and heating networks have been connected. The apartments were handed over with finished interiors.As a result, 11 families have received new housing. Among the new residents are large families, orphans, pensioners, and people with disabilities.The allocation of apartments was carried out through JSC "Otbasy Bank". The construction of the building was implemented as part of state support measures aimed at improving the housing conditions of citizens.The work to provide housing for the population in the region continues on a systematic basis.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1156968?lang=kk

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В селе Мухаметжана  Туймебаева Илийского района более 1000 домов подключены к централизованной системе питьевого водоснабжения.  Стоимость проекта составила 1,4 млрд тенге. В рамках реализации было проложено 21,5 километра водопроводных сетей, построены два резервуара, две артезианские скважины глубиной до 220 метров, а также лаборатория. Подача воды началась в августе 2025 года, а строительно-монтажные работы полностью завершены в ноябре. Мощности системы рассчитаны с учетом перспективного роста численности населения до 30 процентов.Ранее в каждом доме имелись скважины глубиной до 35 метров, однако вода из них была непригодна для питья, в связи с чем жителям приходилось привозить воду самостоятельно.Как отметил руководитель отдела жилищно-коммунального хозяйства и жилищной инспекции Илийского района Газиз Алтайулы, в прошлом году в районе было построено 55,2 километра новых сетей питьевого водоснабжения и обновлено еще 10 километров.Кроме того, для села Коккайнар Ащыбулакского сельского округа разработана проектно-сметная документация на строительство системы водоснабжения и получено положительное заключение государственной экспертизы. В соответствии с проектом планируется проложить 22 километра водопроводных сетей и обеспечить централизованной питьевой водой более 1100 домов. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1156749?lang=kk

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On February 5 of this year, a working meeting was held with the participation of the Head of the Department of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs in the Kostanay Region, Y.A. Salykbayev, the Head of the Apparatus of the Akim of the Kostanay Region, M.M. Sandybayev, as well as heads and specialists of regional departments.In his speech, Y.A. Salykbayev highlighted the priorities announced by the Head of State at the National Kurultai in the city of Kyzylorda. The demand for integrity among officials remains a relevant nationwide task. This is a direct and unambiguous guideline for the entire civil service system — from top managers to every executor.The number of negative publications about the civil service in the media and social networks has noticeably increased, with criticism increasingly directed not only at rank-and-file employees but also at top managers. This is an alarming signal because society evaluates the state based on the behavior and decisions of specific officials.The speaker outlined the key risks that most often lead to scandals, disciplinary consequences, and reputational losses: declarations and financial control, conflict of interest, anti-corruption restrictions, family subordination, foreign accounts, gambling, and betting. The task is to build a system where violations are difficult to commit, and conscientious behavior is the norm.Y.A. Salykbayev also informed about upcoming changes for civil servants within the framework of the Concept for the Development of the Civil Service for 2024–2029.These include the digitalization of personnel processes and financial control. The law establishes two types of declarations and the publicity of declarations for certain categories of officials.It is important to comply with anti-corruption restrictions, including joint service (work) of close relatives, spouses, and in-laws if a subordinate relationship arises between them, as well as restrictions related to holding funds and valuables outside the Republic of Kazakhstan.M.M. Sandybayev drew the participants' attention to the call of the Head of State to all authorized state bodies — to review and synchronize their work in accordance with the ideological platform.In the context of societal transformation, the presence of effective feedback channels, including media and social media accounts, is important. The skill of managers lies in establishing communication with civil society and the media.The Ethics Commissioner, K.Zh. Syundikov, using practical case studies, informed about examples of non-compliance with ethical standards and the responsibility of civil servants.A separate issue raised at the meeting was the responsibility of employees for non-compliance with restrictions related to the ban on participation in gambling and/or betting, including through the use of telecommunications networks and the Internet to participate in bets and wagers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1156361?lang=kk

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Astana, February 5, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Portuguese Republic José Ataíde Amaral.During the meeting, Deputy Minister Issetov warmly welcomed the Portuguese diplomat and expressed confidence that his appointment would open a new stage of cooperation between Kazakhstan and Portugal.The diplomats held detailed discussions on the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation in the political, trade and economic, as well as cultural and humanitarian spheres, emphasizing the importance of expanding the legal and contractual framework, which would significantly enhance mutually beneficial contacts between the two countries.Following the talks, the sides reaffirmed their mutual commitment to intensifying efforts aimed at the further development of Kazakh-Portuguese cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1155960?lang=kk

Astana, February 5, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received the copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic Antonia Katsourou.Deputy Minister Issetov noted that Greece is one of Kazakhstan’s important partners in the Mediterranean region and expressed confidence in the further strengthening of partnership between Astana and Athens.During the meeting, the parties discussed cooperation in the political, trade, economic and investment spheres, with particular emphasis placed on the development of cooperation in tourism.Following the talks, the diplomats reaffirmed their readiness to continue a constructive dialogue across the full range of bilateral cooperation issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1155961?lang=kk