From May 12 to June 1, 2025, a large-scale sporting event is taking place in the region — the regional Spartakiad among civil servants. This event is held in accordance with the Unified Regional Calendar of Sports and Mass Events.The main goal of the Spartakiad is to strengthen the corporate spirit and popularize a healthy lifestyle among civil servants. Through sports competitions, the authorities strive not only to improve the image of the civil service, but also to create conditions for regular physical education and sports, as well as to establish interaction between government agencies.This year, the competitions are taking place at four locations: the cities of Kostanay, Lisakovsk, Tobyl and the Auliekol district. The program includes nine sports: mini-football, volleyball, togyzkumalak, table tennis, swimming, chess, Kazakh kuresi, tug-of-war and 3x3 basketball.Each sport has its own characteristics. For example, in mini-football, teams of 12 people will compete for prizes in Tobyl from May 30 to June 1. Volleyball players will meet in Kostanay on May 12-13 — each team must have two women on the court. In tug-of-war (May 17-18 in Lisakovsk), teams consist of seven people, among whom there must also be two women.Togyzkumalak and chess will be held according to the Swiss system, where the personal result of each participant affects the overall team standings. Swimmers will show their skills in Kostanay on May 18, and fans of Kazakh national wrestling will gather in Auliekol on May 23-24. The Spartakiad also includes modern formats — such as 3x3 basketball, popular among young people and included in the Olympic Games.Only political and administrative civil servants who have received a doctor's clearance or signed a statement of personal responsibility are allowed to participate in the competition. The unification of institutions into teams is permitted if they are located in the same locality.The Spartakiad is not just a competition, but a platform for strengthening interdepartmental ties and developing internal team potential. Such events form an active, responsible and healthy community of civil servants who set a personal example for society.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/995418?lang=kk

Astana, May 13, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Yang Jianqiang, Chairman of the Board of Directors of China’s CITIC Construction.The parties discussed the company’s prospective participation in the construction and reconstruction of the “Center – West” highway, part of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR). A memorandum is expected to be signed during the visit of the management of CITIC Group to Kazakhstan in May.Special focus was placed on investment opportunities in the agro-industrial complex, including grain and oilseed deep processing, as well as livestock farming and related processing facilities in Kazakhstan.Initiatives in the mining and processing of non-ferrous metals were also discussed. The Kazakh side reaffirmed its readiness to fully support the company’s projects at all stages of implementation.CITIC Construction, a subsidiary of the China’s state-owned CITIC Group, specializes in international infrastructure and engineering projects. The company has been operating in Kazakhstan since 2010, implementing large-scale initiatives across transportation, energy, agriculture, and mining sectors. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/994804?lang=kk

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The 2024-2025 academic year is coming to an end in Kostanay Region. This year, 4,752 students are graduating from schools, which is more than last year (4,213). Along with the increase in the number of graduates, the share of those who intend to continue their education in higher educational institutions of the country is also growing.According to the Education Department, 80% of graduates plan to take the Unified National Test. This is 15% more than last year. Such dynamics indicate a consistently high interest among young people in obtaining higher education in domestic universities.Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov emphasized:“Behind every result is the work of a child and a teacher. We are obliged not only to evaluate it, but also to support it.”In this regard, the region is taking measures to create a favorable educational environment in the pre-examination period. Particular attention is paid to issues of motivating schoolchildren and their psychological support."It is very important that the child approaches the exam not with anxiety, but with confidence that there are adults nearby who will support him," the head of the region noted.A separate emphasis is also placed on ensuring safety during the UNT."The issue of safety and order at the UNT is our direct responsibility. And there can be no trifles here," Kumar Aksakalov added.The akims of cities and districts have been instructed to organize the delivery of graduates to the exam points. Together with the education, health care and police departments, medical workers, psychologists and law enforcement officers will be on duty at the testing sites.Summer recreation and employment of children is an important part of educational workThe next priority area is the organization of summer recreation and employment of schoolchildren. In his instructions, the President of the country has repeatedly emphasized the need to improve the quality of summer leisure, its accessibility and safety."Summer recreation is not just a vacation. This is part of educational work, an opportunity for development and recuperation,” Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.In 2025, more than 105 thousand children will be covered by health, recreation and employment programs in the Kostanay region, which is 98.6% of the total number. At the same time, special attention is paid to children from socially vulnerable categories, for whom free high-quality recreation is organized.In total, 12 country and 773 school camps will operate in the region in the summer. At the request of the regional akim, work is underway to attract investors to restore previously unused facilities. In particular, the preparation of documents for putting up for auction the Solnechny camp in the Mendykarinsky district is nearing completion. The Allur plant is a potential investor.“Once, camps were a place where children dreamed of spending the summer. We want to return this meaning to them,” the head of the region said.Safety issues remain a priority throughout the summer health campaign. This concerns both sanitary and epidemiological requirements and fire safety standards, protection of territories and personnel qualifications."The system should be built in such a way that any parent is confident that their child is safe," noted Kumar Aksakalov.As part of the Year of Working Professions, career guidance work will be strengthened in the camps. The summer leisure plan includes excursions to enterprises in the region, including the Industrial Zone of the regional center."When a child sees with his own eyes how modern production works, he develops an interest and a dream. This is more important than any lectures," the regional akim believes.It was instructed to establish interdepartmental cooperation with emergency situations, sanitary and epidemiological services, police and medical institutions. It is also planned to conduct information and educational work among parents and children to prevent accidents.A separate order was given to the akims of districts and cities - to complete the improvement of territories and equip playgrounds and sports grounds in places where cultural and leisure events will take place."Our common task is to organize a summer in which children will feel safe and involved in useful activities," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/994466?lang=kk

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Ensuring the availability and quality of the preschool education system is one of the important priorities of the state policy. As the head of state noted, it is necessary to create suitable educational conditions for every child. In the Kostanay region, complex works are being carried out to build new kindergartens, reduce queues and attract private investment in the field of preschool education. Currently:• 92% of children aged 2-6 are covered by preschool education,• 100% of children aged 3-6 go to kindergartens.Thanks to the construction of new facilities in rapidly developing areas, the shortage of places in preschool organizations is gradually decreasing.Construction of new kindergartensIn 2024, 7 new kindergartens with 1,000 seats were opened in the region. Construction works continue in the cities of Kostanay and Rudny.A 280-seat kindergarten is being built in the Airport sub-district of Kostanay. At the moment, 70% of the facility is ready, landscaping works have been completed, interior finishing, utility lines and roof installation are underway. The opening of the kindergarten allows to reduce the number of queues in this small district by 75%, and in the city by 10%.The construction of a new kindergarten continues in the city of Rudny, which also helps to solve the problem of lack of space in the mentioned settlement. actively contributing to development. Several projects will be implemented this year at the expense of private investment:• "SaryarkaAvtoProm" company plans to build a kindergarten at its own expense in the North-West subdistrict of Kostanay.• Private investors will undertake a project to build a 280-seat kindergarten in the Bereke subdistrict.In addition, special places for kindergartens will be provided on the first floors of new apartment buildings. This significantly reduces queues and ensures that children are located close to preschool educational institutions.Work is ongoingDevelopment of the preschool education system is one of the main priorities of the region. Thanks to the comprehensive approach, the number of pre-school institutions in the region is increasing, and favorable conditions are being created for children.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/949961

New York, March 4, 2025 - The UN General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution to establish a Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for Central Asia and Afghanistan. The document was presented by Kazakhstan on behalf of the Central Asian states. 152 member states of the United Nations supported the resolution as co-authors. This, in turn, shows the high importance of the initiative and broad international consensus.Creation of the UN ODM Center is an important step in the implementation of the initiative of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, first proposed at the 74th session of the UN General Assembly. It was proposed to place the center on the basis of the new building of international organizations in Almaty, where 18 UN agencies work.The head of state noted that Kazakhstan, as the largest economy in the region, is interested in strengthening cooperation between states and playing a decisive role in the sustainable development of Central Asia, promoting regional integration.The growing role of middle powers in global governance shows the importance of Kazakhstan's efforts to ensure sustainable development and stability. Kazakhstan continues to strengthen its role as an important bridge between the world's leading power centers and acts as a catalyst for international cooperation.At the same time, special attention is paid to the economic development of Afghanistan. The stability and prosperity of the people of this country is directly related to the security and well-being of Central Asia. Kazakhstan constantly supports the Afghan people, facilitates the processes of reconstruction of the country, expansion of trade and economic ties, and integration into regional cooperation. It works closely with governments, international organizations, the private sector and civil society for concrete and accessible results.Also, the Center will make a significant contribution to the processes of revitalizing the UN system and help increase the effectiveness of the Organization's activities at the regional level. Its work will be aimed at strengthening coordination between UN agencies, adapting global initiatives to regional needs, and developing inclusive multilateral cooperation in line with current UN reforms aimed at increasing its effectiveness.The adoption of this resolution demonstrates global support for a regional approach to sustainable development and demonstrates the international community's readiness to support Central Asia and Afghanistan's progress towards stability, prosperity and integration into the global development process.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/950911

Astana, March 5, 2025 - Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakaev received a copy of the credentials of Peter Mutuku Matuki, the Deputy Executive Ambassador of the Republic of Kenya to Kazakhstan. Mutuki thanked for the warm reception and confirmed his readiness to make every effort to further develop bilateral cooperation.During the meeting, the parties appreciated the rapid development of the political dialogue between Astana and Nairobi and noted that these relations have significant potential for further development of trade-economic and cultural-humanitarian relations based on the principles of mutual friendship and partnership. agreed to intensify cooperation. In particular, issues of cooperation in trade, transport and logistics, agriculture, digitization and other areas of mutual interest were considered.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/951669

Toronto, March 3, 2025 - within the framework of the visit of the Kazakh delegation to the PDAC-2025 conference, political consultations were held between Kazakhstan and Canada. The Kazakh delegation was led by Ruslan Urazalin, the director of the American Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Canadian delegation was led by Andreas Weichert, the director of the Eastern European and Eurasian Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.During the negotiations, the parties discussed the current state and future of bilateral Kazakhstan-Canada relations, as well as exchanged views on the international agenda. emphasized the importance of revitalizing activities.In general, the Kazakhstan-Canada talks confirmed the mutual interest of the parties in further strengthening cooperation in bilateral and multilateral formats.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/951389

A meeting of the Operational Headquarters for flood preparation was held in Kostanay region. According to regional akim Kumar Aksakalov, there is little time left before the spring floods, and according to the forecast of "Kazhydromet", this spring will be warm and rainy, which in turn will increase the risk of floods."According to preliminary forecasts, spring will be warm and rainy. The regions are not yet fully prepared for flood situations. In this regard, it was decided to create an Operational Headquarters to coordinate measures to prevent flooding and eliminate its consequences," said Kumar Aksakalov.Tasks of the Operational HeadquartersThe established headquarters performs the main tasks of ensuring the safety of citizens and prompt response to possible emergency situations. Its main directions include:• development of proposals for flood prevention and elimination of consequences;• deployment of forces and means necessary to fight against floods;• monitoring the implementation of flood prevention measures;• organization of relocation of residents in case of danger to their lives and health;• restoration of engineering infrastructure and housing in affected areas;• social assistance to citizens affected by floods. show.Preparatory works need to be strengthenedRegional akim noted that it is necessary to strengthen preparations for the period of flooding from today. Snow removal, widening of roads, cleaning of water channels and water pipes should be actively carried out in each settlement. Heavy equipment and motor pumps should be pre-positioned in areas with a high risk of flooding.Kumar Aksakalov said that agricultural enterprises should also actively participate in these works:"Heads of agricultural structures should not be left out. It is necessary to provide all-round assistance to the people and strengthen snow removal, it is important to take measures to prevent melting water early".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/953286

Astana, March 12, 2025 - Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan - Minister of Foreign Affairs Murat Nurtileu had a telephone conversation with the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.The parties discussed the current state and development prospects of the expanded strategic partnership, paying special attention to the strengthening of political dialogue and economic ties.In addition, they exchanged views on a number of important international issues, including global security and regional stability. Heads of foreign political departments agreed to maintain regular contacts to ensure high dynamics of bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/954995

Washington, March 6-7, 2025 - a series of meetings were held with the management of large American companies in the fields of technological solutions, industry, health care and energy with the participation of Gabidolla Ospankulov, the chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Marat Birimzhan, the foreign representative of the national company "Kazakh Invest" in the USA. The investment potential of Kazakhstan, technological exchange, and localization of production were discussed at these meetings.The first important meetings were held with representatives of the "Honeywell Technology Experience Center". During the meeting, innovative solutions in industrial automation, production of alternative aviation fuel, digitization of production and implementation of advanced technologies in Kazakhstan were discussed.During the negotiations with the world's leading agro-industrial corporation "Archer Daniels Midland", opportunities for processing of agricultural products, introduction of advanced technologies in the agricultural sector and expansion of export supplies were discussed. At this meeting, the Kazakh side presented potential projects on grain processing and vegetable oil production and noted the suitability of localizing production in these areas in Kazakhstan. In addition, the main topic of the meeting with the Pfizer company was the development of the pharmaceutical industry in Kazakhstan, the introduction of modern biotechnology and the localization of drug production. Also, negotiations were held with Leidos, a large American company in the field of technology, security and digital solutions. This meeting discussed the development of technological solutions for intelligent transport systems, the protection of important infrastructure and industry, and the possibility of introducing advanced cyber security systems in Kazakhstan. This meeting was devoted to the discussion of joint initiatives on the implementation of innovative systems of water resources management, water purification and quality control. The Kazakh side expressed interest in using the advanced solutions of the "Xylem" company to modernize the water supply and drainage infrastructure.According to the results of the meetings, G. Ospankulov confirmed his readiness to deepen investment cooperation with American companies and offered the American side favorable conditions and effective support mechanisms for the implementation of projects in key areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/954704

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In honor of the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, a set of events is being held in Kostanay region to support veterans and related categories.The region is home to 10 participants and invalids of the Great Patriotic War and 1949 people who are equivalent to veterans. All of them receive social and medical support throughout the jubilee year.By Victory Day, one-time social assistance was provided to WWII participants - 5 million tenge each; prisoners of Nazi concentration camps - 100 thousand tenge each; residents of besieged Leningrad - 60 thousand tenge each; home front workers - 50 thousand tenge each; widows and wives of deceased veterans - 50 thousand tenge each.The total amount of budget funds allocated for these payments amounted to 164.7 million tenge.Since the beginning of May, all veterans and persons equated to them have been awarded commemorative medals for the 80th anniversary of the Victory - a total of 1959 people.Monthly social assistance is provided to veterans: 39,320 tenge to war veterans, 11,796 tenge to equivalent categories.Special attention is paid to spa treatment. This year, 108.7 million tenge has been allocated for the rehabilitation of 356 people. In addition, 54.4 million tenge was allocated to compensate expenses for those who chose the sanatorium on their own.On May 7, a delegation from Kostanay region took part in a military parade in Astana. It consisted of veterans, representatives of public organizations and escorts.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/992623?lang=kk

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan welcomes the decision, announced today at the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Board of Governors Meeting on Kazakhstan’s admission to the IAEA Far East Regional Group.Kazakhstan’s accession to the regional group marks an important step toward restoring sovereign equality of member states within the IAEA, in line with IAEA Statute and IAEA General Conference resolution GC(67)/RES/15 of 29 September 2023, initiated by our country. It also reaffirms Astana’s commitment to promoting peace and global security, as well as to strengthening the nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation regime.We highly appreciate the efforts of member states to restore sovereign equality within the IAEA and express our gratitude to the countries of the Far East Regional Group for their support and the high level of trust.This decision enables Kazakhstan to fully participate in the work of IAEA governing bodies. As an active promoter to international efforts aimed at building a world free from the threats of weapons of mass destruction, Kazakhstan stands ready to continue making a constructive contribution to the advancement of the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, the responsible application of nuclear technologies, and the strengthening of international mechanisms of confidence and transparency.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1110385?lang=kk

Vienna, May 7, 2025 – At the OSCE conference “Building Resilience through Inclusion and Empowerment,” Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Alua Nadirkulova, took part and presented Kazakhstan’s efforts in promoting gender equality and human rights.In her speech, Ambassador Nadirkulova emphasized the irreversibility of democratic reforms implemented in Kazakhstan on the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and their support from international partners, including the OSCE, the European Union and the Council of Europe.Key achievements include the approval in 2023 of the Action Plan on Human Rights and the Rule of Law developed in accordance with UN recommendations, amendments and additions to some legislative acts on women's rights and child safety in 2024, as well as the adoption in March 2025 of the UNGA resolution on the establishment of the UN Regional Center on Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty. In addition, the election of Madina Jarbussynova to the UN Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) for 2025-2028 was an important step for the region.Ambassador Nadirkulova also noted Kazakhstan's commitment to international obligations, including preparations for accession to the Istanbul Convention, ratification of UN protocols on the rights of children and persons with disabilities, and active participation in the Women, Peace and Security agenda (UNSCR 1325).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/992998?lang=kk

Moscow, May 5-7, 2025 – The 10th Meeting of the High Level Working Group on the Caspian Sea Issues (HLWG) was held in Moscow.The delegations of the Republic of Azerbaijan (led by Samir Sharifov), the Islamic Republic of Iran (led by Alireza Jahangiri), the Republic of Kazakhstan (led by Zulfiya Amanzholova), the Russian Federation (led by Mikhail Petrakov) and Turkmenistan (led by Myrat Atajanov) took part in the meeting. The meeting was chaired by the head of the Russian delegation Mikhail Petrakov.The parties continued the discussion on the methodology for establishing straight baselines in the Caspian Sea. Within the framework of the meeting, the parties carried out a review of cooperation in the Caspian Sea and considered the issues of preparation for the next meeting of the ministers of foreign affairs.Delegations expressed their gratitude to the Russian Federation for the high level of organization of the meeting.The next meeting of the HLWG will be held in Turkmenistan on dates agreed through diplomatic channels.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/991755?lang=kk

On the eve of the celebration of May 9 — Victory Day in the Great Patriotic War — Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov visited veteran Kasymkhan Aldabergenov at his home.During the meeting, the head of the region warmly congratulated the respected veteran on the upcoming holiday, expressed deep gratitude for his heroism and read out a congratulatory letter on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Kasymkhan Aga was also awarded a jubilee medal.— You are the living history of our country. Your feat inspires generations and reminds them of the price of peace and freedom. After the war, you made a significant contribution to the development of culture, education and literature. Your life path is an example of true service to the Motherland," Kumar Aksakalov noted.Kasymkhan Aldabergenov passed through the front roads and returned Victorious. In peacetime, he actively worked in the humanitarian field, educating young people through creativity, poetry and social activities. His name is well known not only in Kostanay region, but also beyond its borders.At the end of the meeting, the governor of the region thanked the veteran for his courage, wished him good health, longevity and expressed confidence that the youth would keep the memory of the great feat of their ancestors with gratitude and respect.The presentation of jubilee medals and congratulations on behalf of the President to veterans of the Great Patriotic War continues in Kostanay region as part of the Victory Day events.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/991712?lang=kk

The development of the energy supply system in Kostanay region is gaining strategic importance. Along with traditional sources, more and more attention is being paid to renewable energy sources (RES) - wind, solar and gas.Major projects have been successfully implemented in the region in recent years. So, in 2022, a 50 MW wind farm built by the Zhel Electric company was launched in Kostanay region. And in 2023, another 48 MW wind farm from KazWindEnergy was commissioned in Arkalyk.Construction of six more renewable energy facilities is planned for the next two years. Construction of a 22.6 MW solar power plant will begin in the Beimbet Mailin area. The investor of the project, Altyn Solar Energy LLP, has already completed the design and received an expert opinion. Construction work will begin in May, with completion in the first quarter of 2026.In the same place, in the area of B.Mailin, the GPP Varvarinskoye company will build a 40 MW gas-piston power plant. The facility is expected to be commissioned in the second quarter of 2026.In Arkalyk, Aspan Energo has launched a new project for the construction of a 50 MW wind farm. Commissioning is scheduled for June 1, 2026.Two major projects are also being implemented in Kostanay region. Mars Wind and Jupiter Wind companies have begun construction of two wind farms with a total capacity of 100 MW. The facilities are scheduled to be commissioned at the end of 2026.In addition, a large-scale wind farm is planned to be built here in the district - 165 wind turbines with a total capacity of 1 GW. TuranWindEnergy became the winner of the auction for the selection of the project contractor.The implementation of all these projects will increase the production of electricity from renewable sources by 10 times, from the current 0.12 GW to 1.27 GW. This will strengthen the energy independence of the region, reduce energy transmission losses and create new jobs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/991610?lang=kk