Astana, October 15, 2025 – Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Gabidulla Ospankulov and Deputy Chairman of the Management Board of JSC “NC KAZAKH INVEST” Madiyar Sultanbek held a meeting with the delegation of the Austrian medical group SANLAS Holding GmbH, led by its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Professor Dr. Günther Nebel.The parties discussed prospects for cooperation within the framework of a project to establish the first multidisciplinary medical complex in Central Asia based on the Austrian Lassnitzhöhe and Hollenburg models. The project envisions the construction of a modern rehabilitation center in Almaty with 200–300 beds and an annual capacity of up to 15,000 patients.The future center will combine physical and psychological rehabilitation and introduce Austrian standards of medical care quality. The implementation of the integrated SANLAS model will increase the efficiency of patient recovery, reduce government healthcare costs for chronic diseases, and strengthen Kazakhstan’s position as a regional hub for medical rehabilitation.In addition, the Austrian side was asked to consider the possibility of constructing a similar center in the Tolebi district of the Turkestan region, which would provide access to modern rehabilitation services for the population of the southern regions of the country and create new jobs.“Developing private medicine and attracting investment into healthcare are key components of Kazakhstan’s new economic policy. We view the SANLAS project as a strategic initiative that will facilitate technology transfer, specialist training, and the establishment of an international-level rehabilitation center in the country,” said chairman of committee.Professor Günter Nebel, Founder and CEO of SANLAS Holding GmbH, emphasized the company’s commitment to long-term partnership: “We see great potential in Kazakhstan for the development of modern medicine and rehabilitation. Our experience in Europe and Asia demonstrates that integrating international standards with local solutions leads to sustainable outcomes. We are ready to introduce the best Austrian practices and jointly create an innovative medical cluster in Almaty.”SANLAS Holding GmbH is one of Austria’s leading private medical and social groups, managing a network of more than 20 healthcare institutions and employing over 1,500 professionals. The company specializes in neurological, orthopedic, and psychiatric rehabilitation, plastic surgery, and elderly care, serving more than 10,000 patients annually. SANLAS is certified under ISO 9001 and recognized as an Austrian “Leitbetrieb Austria” – a distinction awarded to leading enterprises operating on the principles of sustainable development and social responsibility.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1087984?lang=kk

During the visit, the regional head reviewed the implementation of the "Taza Kazakhstan" program, the progress of housing construction, and the development of the agro-industrial complex.One of the areas of the "Taza Kazakhstan" program, initiated by the Head of State, is the creation of landscaped public spaces. Construction of a new alley along Mikhaylenko Street has been completed in the village of Borovskoye.The project cost 44 million tenge, 36 million tenge of which came from the regional budget and 8 million tenge from the national budget. The new alley has become not only an adornment to the district center but also a comfortable place for residents to relax."The "Taza Kazakhstan" program cares for every corner of our native land. We create comfortable, clean, and safe spaces for people. It is important that such projects appear not only in cities but also in rural areas," noted Kumar Aksakalov.During his working visit, the regional governor inspected the construction of a three-story apartment building in the village of Borovskoye. The project is being financed by the contractor, SK KBS LLC, and the total construction cost is 826 million tenge.After completion, the Akimat will purchase 45 apartments to replenish the municipal housing stock. The building will consist of 32 one-bedroom, 10 two-bedroom, and 6 three-bedroom apartments, with a total area of ​​over 2,600 square meters.Kumar Aksakalov also visited a two-story, 12-apartment building in the village of Kamenskuralskoye, restored by the Kamenskouralskoye partnership. The project cost 90 million tenge.The housing is intended for the farm's employees. It offers all the necessary amenities for a comfortable life: landscaped grounds, modern utilities, and cozy apartments with various layouts."It is important that people working in rural areas have the opportunity to live in good conditions." Such examples demonstrate the social responsibility of business and the interest of employers in preserving the human resources potential of rural areas, the regional governor emphasized.One of the key highlights of the working visit was the opening of a dairy farm for 1,200 head of cattle in the village of Kamenskuralskoye. The project was implemented by Kamenskuralsk LLC with government support.The total cost of the project is 4.3 billion tenge, with a production capacity of 6,700 tons of milk per year, and 45 permanent jobs created.The farm was built using advanced technologies. Modern equipment reduces losses, improves milk quality, and efficiently uses resources such as feed, water, and labor.It's worth noting that the project was made possible thanks to government support. Low-interest loans were provided, utilities and infrastructure were installed, and the state also covered part of the equipment costs.Dairy production is a strategic area. "The state supports investors who are creating processing facilities and new jobs in rural areas," noted Kumar Aksakalov. "Currently, the region has four dairy farms with a capacity of 33,000 tons of milk per year, three more are under construction, and over 20 billion tenge has been allocated for the construction of five new farms."In the village of Borovskoye, the regional akim visited a cold-pressed oilseed oil production facility, which was commissioned in March of this year.Investments totaled 286 million tenge, with a production capacity of 3,000 tons of oil, 1,800 tons of cake, and 1,200 tons of granulated husk per year. The project creates jobs and promotes the development of deep processing of agricultural products in the region.The regional governor's working visit concluded with a meeting with residents of the Mendykara district, where issues of socioeconomic development, public amenities, and employment were discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1087638?lang=kk

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Astana, October 15, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a telephone conversation with Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany Johann Wadephul at the initiative of the German side.During the conversation, the parties exchanged views on bilateral partnership issues and emphasized the importance of further developing Kazakh-German relations based on mutual respect, trust, and constructive dialogue.The ministers also confirmed their interest in further expanding political dialogue, maintaining regular contacts, and intensifying interagency cooperation.At the conclusion of the conversation, the sides agreed to promote closer cooperation between Astana and Berlin in bilateral and multilateral formats.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1087411?lang=kk

Rome, October 15, 2025 – On the sidelines of the Aqaba Process Summit on West Africa, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with Antonio Tajani, Vice-President of the Council of Ministers and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Italian Republic.Minister Kosherbayev emphasized that Kazakhstan attaches a great importance to its long-standing relations with Italy, which is a reliable partner of our country in Europe. The parties noted the importance of further expanding cooperation in the fields of energy, “green” technologies, mechanical engineering, the agro-industrial complex, education and science, as well as infrastructure.In turn, Minister Tajani expressed the Italian side’s readiness to strengthen trade, economic, and investment cooperation with Kazakhstan.It was highlighted that Italy is one of Kazakhstan’s key strategic partners within the European Union and its largest trade and economic partner among Southern European countries (bilateral trade turnover reached 20 billion US dollars in 2024). For its part, Kazakhstan remains an important partner for Italy in Central Asia, possessing significant energy and investment potential.Following the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in continuing a constructive dialogue and intensifying joint efforts aimed at further strengthening the strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Italy. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1087273?lang=kk

Rome, October 15, 2025 – During his visit to Italy to attend the meeting of heads of state and government within the framework of the Aqaba Process on West Africa, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev was received by His Majesty King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein of Jordan.During the meeting, Minister Kosherbayev conveyed a letter and warm greetings from the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to His Majesty the King and expressed Kazakhstan’s full support for the Aqaba Process as an important platform for discussing issues related to combating terrorism, extremism, and transnational crime. The sides also exchanged views on current issues of global and regional security.The interlocutors noted with satisfaction the high level of bilateral cooperation, the development of a stable political dialogue at the highest and high levels, as well as effective collaboration both bilaterally and within international structures.On the sidelines of the forum the Kazakh Foreign Minister also met with the President of the Council of Ministers of Italy Giorgia Meloni. During the meeting, the Kazakh Foreign Minister delivered a letter from President Tokayev and discussed the implementation of the agreements reached following the visits of the Italian Prime Minister and President Sergio Mattarella to Kazakhstan in 2025.Prime Minister Meloni expressed her gratitude for the letter and underlined the importance of continuing fruitful cooperation between the two countries, including within the framework of the “Central Asia – Italy” format.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to continue their joint efforts aimed at promoting peace, stability, and security at the international level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1087271?lang=kk

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В Алматинской области отмечается значительное снижение количества нарушений в сфере строительства объектов. По данным ведомства, благодаря усиленному мониторингу и комплексным мерам контроля удалось сократить число фактов начала строительных и монтажных работ без получения разрешительных документов.«Системный подход и тщательная работа инспекторов позволяют своевременно выявлять самовольно возводимые объекты и хаотичное строительство, где работы ведутся без выдачи разрешительных документов. При выявлении нарушений государственных нормативов и отклонений от утверждённого проекта, нарушители привлекаются к ответственности в соответствии с законодательством Республики Казахстан», — отметил руководитель управление государственного архитектурно-строительного контроля Айдын Ауесбай.В течение текущего года в межрайонные специализированные административные суды направлено 127 материалов по фактам нарушений в сфере строительства. По итогам проверок сумма наложенных штрафов превысила 100 миллионов тенге.Особое внимание уделяется выявлению незаконных (самовольных) строений. Так, в городе Конаев демонтирован незаконно возведённый коммерческий объект, где были нарушены строительные нормы. Аналогичные меры приняты в Талгарском (2 объекта), Райымбекском (1 объект), Жамбылском (1 объект) и Карасайском (2 объекта) районах.Кроме того, в районных судах области на рассмотрении находятся 14 исковых заявлений о сносе самовольно возведённых строений.Вместе с тем, особое внимание уделяется контролю качества социальных объектов, где ведётся постоянный мониторинг хода строительства.Управление государственного архитектурно-строительного контроля Алматинской области продолжает системную работу по обеспечению соблюдения строительного законодательства и предотвращению самовольного строительства.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/1087201?lang=kk

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One of the important areas in the work of social protection agencies is the provision of social assistance to low-income citizens.As of October 1, 2025, the TSA was assigned to 1,677 families (compared to the same period in 2024, the number of TSA recipients decreased by 533 families or 24.1%).There is also a monthly additional payment for children from 1 to 6 years old, 2,119 children from among the recipients of the TSA have been assigned.Of the able–bodied TSA recipients, 361 people or 100% of those in need of employment are involved in active employment measures.At the same time, according to the decisions of district and city local representative bodies, certain categories of needy citizens receive social assistance from the local budget.In total, social support measures have covered more than 11,000 people, including people with disabilities, low-income families, people with socially significant illnesses, people released from prison, veterans of the Great Patriotic War, veterans of military operations on the territory of other states, home front workers, veterans equated with veterans of the Great Patriotic War in terms of benefits..Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1086349?lang=kk

Astana, October 14, 2025 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan presented the outcomes of its review of national reports on the implementation of commitments under the Universal Periodic Review of the UN Human Rights Council and the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights. Representatives from over 50 diplomatic missions and 12 international organizations participated in the event.The keynote addresses were delivered by Botagoz Zhakselekova, Vice Minister of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Didar Temenov, Director of the Department of Multilateral Cooperation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.B.Zhakselekova provided a detailed overview of comprehensive changes in legislation and law enforcement practices, including simplifying the registration procedure for political parties, introducing a 30% quota for women, youth, and persons with disabilities in elected bodies, expanding the powers and strengthening the independence of the Ombudsman, adopting a law on peaceful assemblies, launching the petition system, as well as strengthening penalties for domestic violence and measures to combat torture and human trafficking.During the briefing D. Temenov expressed gratitude to the representatives of UN member states for their support of Kazakhstan's political and democratic reforms. He particularly recalled the opinion of UN Human Rights Committee experts noting the positive changes in the country's human rights legislation and measures to improve human rights institutions. The Kazakh diplomat also praised the high level of cooperation with the UN and the OSCE in this area.Acting UN Resident Coordinator in Kazakhstan/Director of the World Health Organization Country Office Skender Syla and Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Astana Alexey Rogov confirmed their readiness for further engagement with Kazakhstan in the promotion and protection of human rights.Participants expressed interest in the information on Kazakhstan's plans to implement the recommendations received following the defense of these reports and noted the importance of continuing Kazakhstan's constructive dialogue with international human rights mechanisms.On January 23, 2025, during the 48th session of the Working Group of the Universal Periodic Review of the UN Human Rights Council, Kazakhstan's Fourth Periodic Report on the implementation of its human rights obligations and recommendations received in the previous review was presented. Delegations from over 100 states participated in the discussion, expressing their full support for the measures taken to implement democratic reforms and welcoming the adoption of concrete steps to strengthen fundamental human rights and freedoms in Kazakhstan.On June 25, 2025, during the 144th session of the UN Human Rights Committee, Kazakhstan's Third Periodic Report on the implementation of its obligations under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights was presented. Following the consideration of the report, members of the UN Human Rights Committee commended the constructive dialogue and commended Kazakhstan's efforts, particularly noting the abolition of the death penalty, strengthening the institution of the ombudsman and the national preventive mechanism, promoting gender equality, and measures to strengthen the independence of the judiciary.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1086370?lang=kk

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The national equestrian games "Uly dala dubiri" began in the city of Arkalyk in honor of the Republic Day. The purpose of the event is to preserve and popularize the heritage of our ancestors, develop national sports and educate the younger generation in the spirit of patriotism.Traditional competitions are held annually. This year, four national teams from the city of Arkalyk and nearby rural districts are taking part in them. Organizational support for the event is provided by the city Department of Physical Culture and Sports.The opening ceremony began with the performance of the National Anthem and the raising of the National Flag. Akim of the city Amirkhan Asanov addressed the participants and the audience with a welcoming speech, noting the importance of the event. Honorary citizen of Arkalyk, renowned master of decorative and applied arts and local historian Shaptibai Baydildin blessed the participants and young athletes.The equestrian games will last two days. The program includes kokpar, tai-zharys and kunan-zharys races, as well as the main Alaman baige horse races. The audience will enjoy spectacular competitions and a rich program.In Arkalyk, the national equestrian Games are held twice a year — in spring and autumn. These events are aimed at the development of national sports and the formation of a healthy lifestyle among young people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1084818?lang=kk

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Astana, October 8, 2025 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted the international conference “Peace Through Partnership: The Role of Civil Society in Ensuring Regional Security.” The event brought together representatives of government institutions, diplomatic missions, international organizations, as well as non-governmental and research centers from Kazakhstan, Central Asian countries, Europe, and the United Kingdom.The forum focused on strengthening societal resilience, developing partnerships between the state and civil society, and exchanging international experience in preventing radicalization and countering extremism.Stanislav Vassilenko, Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, highlighted the strategic importance of public diplomacy as an instrument for enhancing regional stability and trust. He emphasized that Kazakhstan consistently pursues a peace-oriented foreign policy and promotes a “society diplomacy” model in which civil institutions become active actors of security.During the conference, Amanzhol Urazbayev, Chairman of the NGO “Counterterrorism Committee” and Head of the Consortium of Non-Governmental Organizations of Kazakhstan, presented the outcomes of the “Peace Through Partnership” project. He noted that the established Consortium has become a model of civic security architecture, where the state, society, and experts function as an integrated system of early response and prevention.As part of the event, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the Consortium of NGOs of Kazakhstan and the British Foundation Connect Futures, marking a new stage of collaboration in research, education, and counter-radicalization efforts.The conference reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s leading role as a center of regional dialogue and peace diplomacy. The “Peace Through Partnership” project has become an effective example of cooperation between the state and civil society in promoting peace, trust, and resilience.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1084598?lang=kk

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