Warsaw, May 23, 2025 – Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, held a series of meetings with representatives of Poland's scientific and business sectors.A key meeting was held with the delegation of the AGH University of Science and Technology in Krakow. The Polish side presented the CompLithium project, which introduces an innovative filter technology for efficient lithium extraction from formation waters – a promising solution for Kazakhstan given the issue of water encroachment at oil and gas fields. The sides discussed opportunities for joint research with Kazakh universities and the potential commercialization of the technology upon successful pilot testing in Kazakhstan.Chairman Ospankulov also held talks with Polish organizations active in the food and fisheries sectors. During talks with Łukasz Parfianowicz, President of Polryb sp. z o.o., the parties discussed prospects for Kazakhstan-Poland cooperation in the fisheries sector. The Polish side expressed interest in partnering with Kazakh enterprises to transfer proprietary trout farming technology and offer professional training for aquaculture specialists.Krzysztof Borkowski, President of Mościbrody Meat Processing Plant, reaffirmed his company’s interest in collaborating with Kazakh partners in turkey breeding and processing. The parties also addressed specific challenges that currently hinder the entry of Polish poultry products into the Kazakh market.Marek Majec, Chairman of the Main Council of Poland’s Scientific and Technical Association for the Food Industry, confirmed readiness to cooperate in certifying Kazakh food products for access to EU markets, including Poland. He also expressed support for the introduction of AI-driven technologies in certification processes.Logistics and connectivity were central to discussions with Marta Łagoda, General Director of Trans Rach, particularly regarding the development of infrastructure for the Middle Corridor and the implementation of an electronic queuing system to reduce delivery times in both directions.In talks with Piotr Guzowski, Chairman of the Polish-Kazakh Chamber of Commerce, the parties addressed ongoing issues faced by Polish investors in Kazakhstan, including workforce training. They emphasized the importance of improving conditions for further investment, streamlining business procedures, and enhancing bilateral economic ties.As a result of the meetings, both sides agreed to continue their dialogue aimed at advancing joint scientific and investment initiatives in sectors of strategic interest to both countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1003974?lang=kk

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Vienna, May 19-23, 2025 – The delegation of Kazakhstan actively participated in the 34th session of the United Nations Commission on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice.During the general debate, Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Stanislav Vassilenko, reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s strong commitment to global efforts in combating crime and terrorism. He emphasized the country's adherence to key international agreements, including the UN Convention against Corruption, the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and its protocols, as well as all 19 international legal instruments on countering terrorism.A significant part of Ambassador Vassilenko’s address focused on Kazakhstan's successful experience in the repatriation and reintegration of citizens returned from conflict zones through Operations “Zhusan” and “Russafa”. He noted that 754 individuals, including women and children, were safely repatriated.Stanislav Vassilenko also shared progress on Kazakhstan’s prison system reform. Over the past decade, and with the support of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the country has been consistently modernizing the prison system in accordance with international standards.On the sidelines of the session, the Kazakh delegation held a bilateral meeting with Roberto Arbitrio, Head of the UNODC Counter-Terrorism Department. The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation and exchanging best practices on programs related to rehabilitation, reintegration, cybercrime and broader improvements to the criminal justice system.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1004303?lang=kk

Geneva, May 22, 2025 – The Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the World Trade Organization Kairat Torebayev presented his Credentials to the Director General of the World Intellectual Property Organization Daren Tang.During the meeting, Permanent Representative Torebayev expressed Kazakhstan’s commitment to deepening cooperation with WIPO, highlighting the country’s active engagement in the field of intellectual property, including educational initiatives and capacity-building programs.The two sides also discussed the upcoming official visit of the WIPO Director General to Astana. Both parties expressed confidence that the visit would mark an important step in strengthening strategic partnership, particularly in cooperation with the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan for public service training and implementation of specialized intellectual property programs.In conclusion, the Sides reaffirmed their mutual interest in expanding bilateral cooperation and advancing joint initiatives aimed at supporting innovation, education, and sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1003768?lang=kk

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Astana, May 23, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko met with Ambassador of the Kingdom of Denmark to the Republic of Kazakhstan (with residence in Moscow) Jesper Vahr.During the meeting, the parties discussed key areas of bilateral cooperation, including the development of political dialogue, trade, economic and investment partnership, as well as promoting close people-to-people ties.The Kazakh Deputy Minister emphasized the importance of collaboration in sectors such as agriculture, energy, green technologies, transport and logistics.Vassilenko invited Danish companies to actively participate in investment projects in Kazakhstan.Following the meeting, the sides expressed their readiness to continue active dialogue.For reference: In 2024, the trade between Kazakhstan and Denmark reached 161 million US dollars (exports – 34.9 million, imports – 126.1 million). The gross inflow of investment from Denmark to Kazakhstan since 2005 has amounted to over 300 million dollars. There are 30 enterprises with the participation of Danish capital registered in Kazakhstan, including such companies as Carlsberg Group, Maersk Oil, Novo Nordisk and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1003053?lang=kk

The spring campaign for planting forest crops has been successfully completed in Kostanay region — large-scale work is being carried out as part of the implementation of the order of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan to improve the environmental situation and implement the national program "Taza Kazakhstan". This year, 14.4 million seedlings of coniferous and deciduous trees were planted on an area of ​​over 2 thousand hectares. The greening of the region was the result of the coordinated work of 592 people, 100 tractors and 75 forest planting machines.Forest planting is carried out annually as part of the Comprehensive Plan for Forest Reproduction and Afforestation for 2021-2027. Spring is traditionally considered the most suitable time for this work — thanks to the warm weather and sufficient soil moisture, seedlings take root well. According to experts, the conditions of the current season were especially favorable, which allows us to expect a high percentage of rooting.A significant event of the spring stage was the environmental campaign "All-Kazakhstan Forest Planting Day", which was attended by forestry employees, volunteers, schoolchildren and representatives of regional enterprises. Many trees were planted through joint efforts - each seedling became a contribution to the ecologically safe future of the region. "Forest restoration is not only a task for specialists, but also a common cause for all residents of the region. Each planted seedling is a contribution to improving the environment, preserving the natural balance and caring for future generations," the regional department of natural resources noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1002809?lang=kk

The policy of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on sustainable development and "green" transformation of the economy is being actively implemented in the Kostanay region.Last week, the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan paid a working visit to the Kostanay region. One of the key topics on the agenda was the development of renewable energy sources (RES) - a strategic direction designated by the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev as a priority within the framework of the country's environmental and economic policy.According to Olzhas Bektenov, the Kostanay region demonstrates an example of the effective implementation of renewable energy technologies.The Kostanay region demonstrates success. In 2022, a wind power plant with a capacity of 50 MW was commissioned in the Kostanay district.In 2023, the construction of another wind power plant with a capacity of 48 MW was completed in the city of Arkalyk. The project cost 20.3 billion tenge.Large-scale investments in the future of the regionIn the period 2025-2026, the region plans to implement six large investment projects in the field of renewable energy sources with a total capacity of 1.2 GW. The volume of attracted investments is about 580 billion tenge.Among the projects are solar and gas piston power plants in the Beimbet Maylin area, as well as wind power plants in Arkalyk and Kostanay district.A special project is a wind power plant with a capacity of 1 GW, within the framework of which it is planned to build 165 wind generators.Energy leap: 10-fold increase in productionThe implementation of all projects will increase the volume of electricity production in the Kostanay region by 10 times - from the current 0.12 GW to 1.27 GW. This will not only allow the region to meet its own needs, but also export excess electricity to neighboring regions and countries.The Future is Clean Energy"To develop the region's economy and attract investment, it is necessary to ensure capacity reserves, primarily for electricity and gas," notes the region's akim Kumar Aksakalov.According to the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, after the implementation of projects by the end of 2027, Kostanay region will produce the most alternative energy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1002311?lang=kk

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A solemn event dedicated to a professional holiday, the Day of Communication Workers, was held in the conference hall of the Akimat of Kostanay region.This day brings together specialists from various fields: engineers, technicians, operators, dispatchers and all those who ensure reliable and uninterrupted communication in the country.About 3.5 thousand people work in the field of telecommunications in the Kostanay region, thanks to which it is possible to communicate remotely, transmit information and exchange important events.Azamat Kashiyev, Head of the Informatization Department of the regional Akimat, expressed gratitude to the specialists for their professionalism and dedication, emphasizing their contribution to ensuring stable communication and responding to the challenges of the modern world.Within the framework of the event, letters of appreciation from the Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, diplomas of the akim of the region, as well as letters of appreciation from the Department of Informatization were presented.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1001791?lang=kk

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Almost half a century ago, in 1978, the building of Kamystinskaya comprehensive school No. 1 was put into operation. In 2009, a major overhaul of the roof was carried out, and in 2011 - a major overhaul of the facade of the building. However, only annual routine repairs were made inside the building.In 2023, work was carried out to develop design and estimate documentation with a positive expert opinion. And this year, funds were allocated from the regional budget to carry out major repairs. The contractor is TOO "PKF" Grenada ". On March 11, a team of workers began work. The heating and ventilation systems will be updated, the interior decoration of all premises will be carried out. New CCTV cameras will allow monitoring activities on the school grounds, which will significantly increase the level of security.According to the director of Kamystinskaya secondary school No. 1 Namik Orujov, major repairs are a very joyful and long-awaited event for the school community. He is confident that the modern furnishings and technical capabilities of the classrooms will influence the mood of the employees. Teachers will be able to fully utilize their potential, and students will find it more comfortable to study, which will generally give impetus to high achievements.The district administration keeps the issue of repairs under constant control and focuses on completing all work on time so that students can return to the renovated building as soon as possible. After all, with the start of the major repairs, it was decided to completely vacate the school and transfer students to nearby educational institutions.In order to continuously organize the educational process, students from grades 1 to 4 and preschool classes were transferred to the second shift in Kamystinskaya comprehensive school No. 2, where they are also organized classes according to the approved schedule, and meals are organized. In the building of the House of Schoolchildren's Creativity, students of grades 5, 9, 10, 11 study in the first shift, and students of grades 6, 7, 8 in the second shift. In order to fully implement the curriculum, taking into account the transition to two-shift education, the first shift classes have been moved to 8.30.The head of the district education department, Alikhan Arstymbayev, emphasized that the decision to transfer students to other buildings and to two-shift education was discussed with the parent community as part of the school-wide parent meeting. There were no difficulties in adapting to the schedule and place of study. According to the school teachers, the children are also active in classes. They are looking forward to the new school year to return to the renovated classrooms.Mathematics teacher Ermek Azbergenov noted that Kamystinskaya Secondary School No. 1 has become his home, because after receiving an education, he returned to school as a teacher. In his opinion, the creation of modern learning conditions will help improve interaction in the classroom.The major overhaul of the school is an important step in updating the educational environment. The building will have to meet all safety and comfort requirements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1001138?lang=kk

On May 20, 2025, the Student Spring 2025 festival was officially opened in Kostanay, bringing together students from all over the Kostanay region.The event is attended by leading universities in the region: Kostanay Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan named after Sh. Kabylbayev, Arkalyk Pedagogical University named after Y. Altynsarin, Kostanay Regional University named after A. Baitursynula, KInEU named after M. Dulatov, Kostanay branch of ChelSU, Kostanay Socio-Technical University named after Z. Aldamzhara and Rudn Industrial University.The festival was organized by the Youth Resource Center of Kostanay region. The program of the event includes intellectual, creative and sports competitions. On the opening day, volleyball, basketball and mini-football competitions, an intellectual quest in the Triathlon Park, and APF debate tournaments in Kazakh and Russian were held. The day ended with an Open Air evening disco at the MARCH shopping center.The final games of volleyball, basketball and mini-football are also taking place today. A gala concert with the participation of all universities will be held at the KSTU Students' Palace, where the award ceremony will also take place. The participants will be awarded diplomas, cups, medals and cash certificates in the amount of 25,000 to 150,000 tenge. The main prize — a letter of thanks and a cash certificate in the amount of 400,000 tenge — will be awarded to universities that have actively participated in the festival.The Student Spring 2025 Festival has become a bright event in the cultural life of the region, providing young people with the opportunity to showcase their talents, strengthen friendships and contribute to the development of student creativity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1000783?lang=kk

Budapest, May 21, 2025 – On the eve of the Informal Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu took part in the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the OTS member states.The participants discussed pressing issues of the international agenda, emphasizing the importance of further enhancing cooperation in transport, logistics, communications, and combating climate change.The Kazakh Foreign Minister highlighted the achievements and prospects of the OTS’s member states in the areas of trade, investment, transport, and agriculture, and outlined promising areas for mutually beneficial cooperation within the Organization.The preparations for the upcoming OTS Summit were reviewed and the draft documents expected to be signed during the event were approved.It is noteworthy that the event is being held for the first time in the territory of an observer state located in Europe.The Organization of Turkic States was established in 2009 at the initiative of Kazakhstan. Its current members are Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Türkiye, and Uzbekistan. Hungary and Turkmenistan hold observer status.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1000818?lang=kk

Astana, May 20, 2025 – The Kazakh-German cooperation in the dual education sphere and implementation of advanced technologies in water sector was discussed on Tuesday in Astana at the 43rd meeting of the Berlin Eurasian Club.In his welcoming remarks, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko noted that the topics brought up for discussion were important and relevant for Kazakhstan.Participants of the first panel session titled “The Year of Working Professions in Kazakhstan: Bilateral Cooperation in Dual Education Sphere” reviewed opportunities for Germany’s participation in methodological support of the process of improving this education model.The Kazakh Deputy Minister highlighted practical results of cooperation with German partners, including the International Dual Education Centre that is being established together with the Erfurt Education Centre on the basis of the Allur automobile plant in Kostanai.“It is precisely this effect that we aim for in our joint work with international partners,” stressed Roman Vassilenko.According to Vice Minister of Education of Kazakhstan Edil Ospan, the dual education has been implemented so far in 552 colleges in Kazakhstan with the participation of over 18,000 enterprises, covering over 108,000 people.Representative of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research of Germany Alexander Hochradel expressed the Ministry’s readiness to support Kazakhstan in developing dual education and brining colleges and enterprises closer together.The second panel session was devoted to the theme of “Effective Management of Water Resources: Experience and Prospects from Germany and Kazakhstan”.Against the backdrop of the global climate change, this objective has gained critical importance for security and sustainable development of Central Asia.German companies and experts have advanced technologies and unique experience in water sector and can make a significant contribution to the modernization of water infrastructure and implementation of engineering projects in Kazakhstan.For instance, cooperation is being promoted with the German Water Partnership that is the biggest German sectoral association, uniting over 300 companies from various waterworks sectors.More than 100 representatives of government bodies, industry associations, heads of colleges, businessmen and experts participated in the meeting of the Berlin Eurasia Club.Since 2012, the Berlin Eurasian Club meets annually three times a year in Astana (May), Brussels (October) and Berlin (December). The Club’s work is aimed at promoting regular engagement among politicians, experts, businessmen and scholars of the two countries with a view to exchange experience and develop recommendations. 43 meetings of the Berlin Eurasian Club have been organized so far and attended by the heads of state and government, prominent politicians, businessmen and experts from Kazakhstan, Germany and the European Union.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1000264?lang=kk