In January 2025, 846 thousand families were covered by state benefits for large families and awarded mothers in the amount of 49.5 billion tenge, including: benefits for large families in the amount of 43 billion tenge for 604.7 thousand families; The awarded mother's allowance was paid to 241.8 thousand people in the amount of 6.5 billion tenge.Families with 4 or more minor children living together or full-time students under the age of 23 can apply for the state allowance for large families, regardless of their income.The amount of the payment is calculated based on the number of children and in 2025:- for families with 4 children - 16.03 MCI or 63,030 tenge;- for 5 children - 20.04 MCI or 78,798 tenge;- for 6 children - 24.05 MCI or 94,565 tenge;- for 7 children - 28.06 MCI or 110,332 tenge;- for families with 8 or more children - 4 MCI or 15,728 tenge for each child paid.The allowance for the awarded mother is awarded to mothers who have been awarded the "Altyn Alka", "Kumis Alka" medals or have previously received the title of "Batyr Ana", and have been awarded the "Ana Danky" orders of the 1st and 2nd degree.The allowance for the awarded mother is paid monthly in the following amounts:For mothers awarded the "Kumis Alka" medal - 6.40 MCI or 25,165 tenge;For mothers awarded the "Altyn Alka" medal or have previously received the title of "Batyr Ana", and have been awarded the "Ana Danky" orders of the 1st and 2nd degree - 7.40 MCI or 29,097 tenge.We note that from January 1, 2025, the amount of state benefits granted to families with children has increased by 6.5%.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/939152

Astana, February 10, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev held a meeting with Special Representative of the Minister of Internal Affairs of France Patrick Stefanini.The parties discussed issues of bilateral cooperation in the consular, legal and migration sectors.A. Bakayev noted the strategic nature of the partnership between Kazakhstan and France and appreciated the efforts of the French side in managing the migration process.The representative of the French Ministry of Internal Affairs proposed measures to strengthen cooperation in the field of legal migration, including supporting young scientists, specialists and students. The parties identified promising areas of interaction in this area.Special attention was paid to the issues of simplifying the visa regime for citizens of Kazakhstan. The Kazakh side expressed its gratitude for France's support in initiating negotiations on visa facilitation between Kazakhstan and the European Union, which would facilitate the development of business, educational and cultural ties.In order to further develop cooperation, the Kazakh side proposed facilitating business visits between the two states, which would open up new opportunities in the fields of investment, innovation, culture, sports, science and education.As a result of the meeting, the interlocutors confirmed their readiness to develop strategic partnership and create favorable conditions for the mobility of citizens, implement educational programs and carry out joint work to expand cooperation in the field of migration.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/938974

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A meeting on the issues of socio-economic development of the city was held in Rudny under the chairmanship of Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov. The event was attended by representatives of government agencies, industrial enterprises, businesses, educational institutions and public utilities.During the meeting, key areas of the city's development were considered, including the modernization of the industrial sector, the implementation of major infrastructure projects, housing construction, urban improvement, trade development, and improvement of medical and educational services."Rudny is not only a powerful industrial center, but also a city that should be comfortable and convenient for residents. Investments in production, infrastructure, education, healthcare and sports are the key to sustainable development. All key projects are under my personal control," Kumar Aksakalov said.INDUSTRY AND JOB CREATIONRudny remains a strategic industrial center of the region, and its development is impossible without the introduction of modern technologies and the creation of new industries.One of the largest investment projects will be the construction of a plant for the production of hot briquetted iron (HBI). The project cost is 920 billion tenge, and the planned capacity is 4 million tons per year. The introduction of MIDREX technology will reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 40%. It is expected to create more than 1,000 new jobs, and annual tax revenues will amount to 32 billion tenge. The launch of the plant will increase the volume of processing of raw materials in the region by 2.2 times.In 2025, construction of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant will begin, which will provide enterprises and transport with more environmentally friendly and affordable fuel. The project cost is 14 billion tenge, the capacity is 50 thousand tons per year. 60 new jobs will be created.New educational programs are being introduced at colleges and universities in the city to train specialists in demand at industrial enterprises. This will provide qualified personnel for existing and future production facilities.TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTUREOne of the significant projects in the transport sector will be the reconstruction of the Kostanay–Rudny highway, which will begin in 2025. The length of the repaired section will be 31 kilometers, 6.6 billion tenge has been allocated for the project. Additionally, lighting of 25 kilometers of the highway and the installation of speed cameras are provided.As part of the modernization of the city's road network, major repairs of 47 streets with a total length of 28 kilometers are planned, including the completion of the reconstruction of Gornyakov Street.The renovation of public transport continues. This year, Rudny will receive 37 new buses, which will allow updating 50% of the city's fleet and reducing traffic intervals. 860 million tenge has been allocated for the implementation of the project.HOUSING CONSTRUCTION, LANDSCAPING, AND RETAIL INFRASTRUCTUREIn 2024, 45 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned in Rudny, which is 5% more than in 2023. Over the past two years, the housing waiting list has decreased by 9.3%.In addition to the construction of new houses, the reconstruction of old buildings is underway. 9 apartment buildings with a total area of 21 thousand square meters have been restored, 4 new houses (16 thousand square meters) have been built. Currently, work is underway to restore 7 houses (4 in Rudny, 3 in the village of Kachar), and it is also planned to build 10 more residential buildings.In 2025, the urban renewal program will continue: 700 million tenge has been allocated for the repair of facades and roofs of 9 apartment buildings.The replacement of outdated elevators in apartment buildings remains an important task. In two years, 17 new elevators have been installed, and in 2025 it is planned to replace 15 more, for which 262 million tenge is provided.Landscaping, the installation of benches and street lighting, and the construction of playgrounds and sports grounds are continuing as part of the yard improvement program.The issue of building a shopping and entertainment center was also raised at the meeting. Currently, there is no large modern shopping center in Rudny, which creates certain inconveniences for the townspeople. In this regard, the akim of the region instructed the mayor of the city, Viktor Ionenko, to study this issue, identify possible locations for construction, and attract investors to implement the project.EDUCATION, HEALTHCARE AND SPORTSIn 2025, the construction of two new schools for 900 and 1,200 places with the state language of instruction will be completed in Rudny. A project to create a School Children's Palace is also being considered, which will become a platform for the creative and intellectual development of children.To train specialists in technical and engineering specialties, the Rudn Industrial Institute has been granted university status, which has already led to a 6% increase in the number of students. The possibility of restoring the unfinished university building to house educational laboratories and a Youth Resource Center is also being considered.In the field of healthcare, a new polyclinic is being built in Rudny due to private investments, which will provide access to medical services for 250 people per day.The development of sports infrastructure continues. Two modern sports and recreation complexes are being built in the city, as well as the design of the city stadium, which is not yet in Rudny.Professional sports are supported: the Gornyak hockey club and the Ayat futsal club successfully compete in national and international competitions, and their students are part of the national team of Kazakhstan.ENERGY INDUSTRYConstruction of five new power plants is underway in the region – three wind, one solar and one gas-fired. Construction of the largest wind farm with a capacity of 1 GW will begin in Rudny, which will provide the region with clean and affordable energy. The project provides for the installation of 165 wind turbines and the attraction of 580 billion tenge of investments. As a result, electricity generation in the region will increase 10 times.resultThe comprehensive development of Rudny is aimed at improving the quality of life, modernizing urban infrastructure and creating new opportunities for businesses and young people. All projects are under the personal control of the akim of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/941319

Almaty, February 19, 2025 – The city of Almaty hosted the opening of the First Global Youth Forum of UNESCO Clubs and Associations, bringing together over 150 participants from approximately 60 countries worldwide.The forum is organized by UNESCO and the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs and Associations (WFUCA), with support from the Kazakhstan National Federation of UNESCO Clubs, the National Commissions for UNESCO of Kazakhstan and France, as well as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the Akimat of Almaty.Over the course of two days, delegates from UNESCO clubs and associations across all regions of the world, alongside representatives from governmental, academic, and business sectors, including UNESCO experts, will discuss key issues such as capacity building, youth empowerment, the ethics of artificial intelligence, the use of digital technologies, sustainable tourism, climate change, inclusion, and arts education.The event will also welcome distinguished guests to Kazakhstan, including UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Xueli Abbing, leading global AI expert Dr. Wayne Holmes, members of the Executive Council of the World Federation of UNESCO Clubs and Associations, and other notable figures.A key outcome of the forum will be the adoption of the “Youth Roadmap of UNESCO Clubs and Associations for 2025-2030: Building a Sustainable Future Together.” This document will outline strategic directions for the development of the movement, which is represented in 94 countries by over 5,000 organizations. It will also enhance youth opportunities and strengthen the network of UNESCO club leaders worldwide. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/941325

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Astana, February 18, 2025 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted the signing of an agreement for the implementation of an investment project in the production and deep processing of non-ferrous metals in Kazakhstan. The signing ceremony was attended by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov, Vice Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Saparbekov, and General Director of East Hope Group Changjun Meng.The project involves the establishment of new production facilities in two regions of the country, which will enable the implementation of advanced technologies in the metallurgy industry and expand the export of finished products to international markets, including the European Union, Central Asia, and China. It also includes the construction of power generation facilities.“The relations between Kazakhstan and China are at a high level of strategic partnership. This has largely been made possible due to the close and trusting relationship between the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and the President of the People’s Republic of China, Xi Jinping. The implementation of this project will not only bring advanced technologies but also create thousands of new jobs, develop the local supply chain, and enhance the competitiveness of Kazakhstani products in international markets,” emphasized Kuantyrov.In addition, the parties agreed to work out the details of an investment agreement that will include specific terms of cooperation, measures of state support, and the obligations of the parties.In turn, Olzhas Saparbekov expressed his readiness to provide comprehensive support for the project and noted its strategic importance for the industrial development of Kazakhstan. “The establishment of large-scale production facilities will not only strengthen Kazakhstan’s position as a metallurgy hub in the region but also serve as a driver for attracting new investments and facilitating technological exchange,” he noted.Following the signing, Changjun Meng noted that East Hope Group views Kazakhstan as an important strategic partner in the region: “We highly appreciate Kazakhstan’s economic potential and its investment climate. This project will not only be an important step for our company but also a significant contribution to the industrial development of the country. We are confident that, through joint efforts, we can implement it at the highest level.”The parties expressed confidence in further strengthening cooperation and agreed to continue working together on the preparations for the practical implementation of the project.East Hope Group (EHG) is a leading global manufacturer of non-ferrous metals, semiconductor technologies, and industrial innovations. The company actively invests in the development of low-carbon industrial complexes and the implementation of international projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/940892

Astana, February 18, 2025 ‒ The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan hosted a briefing for representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in the country, Kazakhstan’s foreign missions (online), and the media to highlight the advantages of newly introduced visa categories: Neo Nomad Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, and Residence Visa (B9).Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko led the briefing alongside Vice Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerzhan Yerkinbayev and Deputy Chairman of the Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Development Committee of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation, and Aerospace Industry Miras Zakiyev.In his opening remarks, Deputy Foreign Minister Vassilenko emphasized that the introduction of these new visa categories significantly enhances opportunities for foreign nationals wishing to live and work in Kazakhstan.“Our country creates the necessary conditions for attracting international professionals by providing visa-free entry for citizens from more than 80 countries and a simplified electronic visa for 109 countries. By expanding air connectivity, Kazakhstan now operates more than 700 international flights per week to more than 30 countries. Kazakhstan is also actively developing digital infrastructure, creating smart cities and providing access to high-speed Internet,” he stated.Vassilenko also added that implementing a flexible visa policy benefits not only Kazakhstan but also its partners through taxes and remittances sent by professionals working remotely, as well as the skills and unique experience they acquire in our country.In his remarks, Vice Minister Yerkinbayev stressed the timeliness and relevance of these visa initiatives, stating: “Kazakhstan continues to strengthen its position as an open and accessible destination for international visitors. This commitment to openness has become a key factor in the growth of tourism. In 2024, 15.3 million people visited Kazakhstan, which is 66 percent more than in the previous year.”The introduction of new visa categories – Neo Nomad Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, and B9 – aims to position Kazakhstan as an attractive destination for digital nomads and skilled professionals. This initiative is expected to contribute to Kazakhstan’s integration into the global economy, the development of the tourism sector, and the promotion of knowledge and cultural exchange.The Neo Nomad Visa (B12-1) is designed for digital nomads – foreign citizens who work remotely while traveling. Introducing this type of visa will enhance Kazakhstan’s recognition and accessibility as a tourist destination.The Digital Nomad Visa (B9-1) offers a unique opportunity for digital nomads – specialists such as freelancers, self-employed entrepreneurs, and startup founders – from any country to stay in Kazakhstan for an extended period.The Residence Visa (B9) is specifically designed to attract foreign professionals with expertise in fields such as medicine, science, innovation, education, and the creative industries, allowing them to stay in the country for up to 90 days. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/940897

Kostanay region implements the strategic instructions of the Head of State, developing in three key economic areas: mechanical engineering, ferrous metallurgy and processing of agricultural products. One of the priorities of the region remains the development of the machine-building industry, including the automotive industry and the production of automotive components.Mechanical engineering: expansion of productionTo date, there are four large machine-building enterprises in Kostanay region that produce passenger cars, trucks and agricultural machinery. By the way, the fourth plant was launched quite recently, in the fall of 2024. As part of the industrial development of the region, two more new plants are planned to be commissioned by the end of 2025.:KIA automobile plant with a capacity of 70,000 vehicles per year, which will create 1,500 new jobs;The truck main transmission plant, where 550 new jobs will be opened.Additionally, in early 2026, it is planned to launch another automotive components plant, which will become the seventh enterprise in the region's automotive industry and provide domestic automobile plants with the necessary components.Automotive components factory: localization of productionThe construction of a localization center for automotive components is aimed at reducing dependence on imports and strengthening the region's engineering cluster. The implementation of the project will ensure the supply of domestic components for automotive enterprises in Kazakhstan.Key project indicators:The volume of investments is 17.8 billion tenge;Number of new jobs – 800;Production capacity – 60,000 components per year;The production area is about 30,000 m2.What details will be released? The new company will begin production of components previously imported from abroad.:Seats;Silencers;Bumpers, mirrors, plastic body elements;Electrical harnesses;Interior and exterior details;Car paint and sealants.Jobs and human resourcesTo date, 5,053 people are employed in the region's machine-building industry, and with the launch of new plants, this number will exceed 7,500 jobs. Active personnel training is underway in the field of automotive, metallurgy and automation, which will provide enterprises with qualified specialists.The launch of the automotive components plant will be an important step towards creating a full cycle of automotive production in Kazakhstan."This project will become the basis for the formation of the first full-fledged machine-building cluster in Kazakhstan, providing Kazakhstani car factories with domestic components," concluded Kumar Aksakalov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/939984

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Since the beginning of the year, pensions in the amount of 346 billion tenge have been paid from the republican budget, including 111.8 billion tenge for the payment of basic pensions, and 234.2 billion tenge for the payment of solidarity pensions.As of February 1, 2025, the number of pensioners was 2 million 445 thousand people.As of February 1, 2025, the average amount of the total pension was 143,248 tenge, including the solidarity pension amount - 95,789 tenge, and the basic pension - 47,459 tenge.As previously reported, on January 1, 2025, the amount of the basic pension payment was increased by 6.5% in accordance with the forecast inflation rate determined by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the solidarity pension increased by 8.5%, i.e. 2% above the inflation rate.In addition, by order of the Head of State, starting from 2023, within five years, the minimum basic pension will be gradually increased annually to 70% of the minimum subsistence level, and the maximum - to 120%.For example, starting from January 1, 2025, the minimum amount of the basic pension has been increased from 65% to 70% of the minimum subsistence level, which is 32,360 tenge, and its maximum amount has been increased from 105 to 110% of the minimum subsistence level, amounting to 50,851 tenge.We remind you that starting from July 1, 2018, the state basic pension payment will be assigned individually to each recipient, taking into account the length of service in the pension system.At the same time, since 1998 As of January 1, the period of work in the solidarity system, as well as the periods of payment of mandatory pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as the MZH), are included in the length of service in the pension system.If a citizen's length of service in the pension system is 10 years or less, or if there is no length of service at all, the basic pension is equal to 70% of the subsistence minimum, and then its amount increases by 2% for each year exceeding 10 years. And if your length of service is 20 years, the basic pension is 90% of the subsistence minimum. If the length of service is 30 years or more, the maximum subsistence level is set at 110%.If mandatory pension contributions are transferred to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund several times during one month, the period of participation in the accumulation system is one month.Thus, the more regularly and fully mandatory pension contributions are transferred, the higher the amount of basic pension payments upon reaching retirement age.In turn, the amount of pension payments depending on the age of a citizen depends on the length of service as of January 1, 1998 (at least 6 months are required) and the average monthly income in the period before retirement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/937770

An extended board meeting of the education department was held in Kostanay region, where the results of work for 2024 were summed up and key development areas for 2025 were outlined. Particular attention was paid to improving the quality of education, building new schools and kindergartens, ensuring safety and training in-demand specialists.The President of the country has repeatedly emphasized the importance of creating equal opportunities for obtaining a quality education, regardless of place of residence. Large-scale work is being carried out in this direction in the region.Financing and modernization of the education systemThe budget for the education sector of Kostanay region has increased by 23% over the past two years and exceeded 218 billion tenge in 2025. Significant funds are being spent on updating the material and technical base of educational institutions. Last year, 1.5 billion tenge were allocated for these purposes, which made it possible to equip schools with modern equipment, including 59 specialized classrooms (chemistry, physics, biology) and STEAM laboratories.An important step was to increase the speed of the Internet connection in educational institutions. Today, all schools in the region are provided with high-quality Internet, and its speed has increased from 5-10 Mbit/s to 70-100 Mbit/s in two years.Construction of schools and kindergartensWork on the construction of new schools continues. In 2025, two schools have already been opened in the Aeroport and Bereke microdistricts, and by the end of the year, it is planned to commission 5 more educational institutions, including 3 in rural areas (Auliekolsky, Kostanay and Dzhangeldinsky districts).At the same time, the issue of accessibility of preschool education is being addressed. Over the past two years, the queue for kindergartens has been reduced by 2 times - from more than 5,000 to 2,700 children. In 2024, 7 new kindergartens for 1,000 children were opened in the region, and construction of two more facilities is ongoing - in the Aeroport microdistrict and in the city of Rudny.Safety in schoolsOne of the priorities remains ensuring the safety of educational institutions. In 2025, more than 3 billion tenge was allocated for these purposes. As a result, all schools in the region will be equipped with licensed security, turnstiles and CCTV cameras.Also, over the past two years, in order to improve the comfort and safety of students, 35 boiler houses have been moved outside of school buildings.Training of in-demand specialists2025 has been declared the Year of Working Professions in Kazakhstan, which makes vocational education issues especially relevant. The region is actively working to modernize colleges and train personnel taking into account market needs.Kostanay region is one of the leading industrial and agricultural regions of the country. In the coming years, large investment projects will be implemented in industry and the agro-industrial complex, which will create thousands of new jobs. In 2025 alone, 7 new projects are planned to be launched in mechanical engineering and metallurgy, which will create more than 3,000 jobs.In order to provide enterprises with qualified personnel, cooperation with businesses has been established - employers take part in the modernization of college educational programs, the opening of new in-demand specialties and practical training of students.Prospects and new challengesWork on the development of education in the Kostanay region continues. Particular attention is paid to improving the infrastructure in rural areas - more than 67 billion tenge are allocated for these purposes in 2025. It is planned to repair 83 access roads and 382 streets in 103 settlements, implement 40 projects to provide high-quality drinking water, as well as install 15,000 street lamps and 4,300 lighting poles.Creating comfortable conditions for learning, supporting teachers and training future specialists are key areas of work in the field of education. All tasks are under constant control, because investments in education are investments in the future of the region and the whole country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/938540

According to the results of 2024, employers transferred mandatory pension contributions in the amount of 258.1 billion tenge in favor of 4.7 million employees.As previously reported, from January 1, 2024, mandatory employer pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as PPE) were introduced in Kazakhstan, which are paid in favor of their employees at their own expense. In 2024, the PPE rate was 1.5%, in 2025 - 2.5%. Subsequently, by 2028, the rate will be increased to 5%.Employer transfers to PPE will provide employees with additional accumulated pension payments throughout their lives in old age.This measure is aimed at supporting the younger generation of Kazakhstanis, the size of whose pensions will directly depend on their pension contributions. Their pension consists of three components: a basic pension from the state, accumulative - at the expense of their own contributions to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund, and conditional-accumulative - at the expense of employers' contributions.Payment of the PFSP is carried out by employers only for persons born after January 1, 1975.It should be noted that in accordance with the Tax Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the employer's expenses for payment of the PFSP are included in the deduction from taxable income. Accordingly, the burden on the employer remains at a reasonable level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/937767

First Vice Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan Akmadi Sarbasov spoke about the measures being implemented by the state in the field of youth employment at the youth forum "A Honest Man - Honest Work" of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan.In his speech, the First Vice Minister noted that youth, being a reserve of intellectual, innovative and labor potential, can give a new impetus to the socio-economic development of the country.Today, the share of economically active youth is 39% of the total labor force, or 3.8 million people, including 3.5 million employed youth."In accordance with the action plan for the Year of Working Professions, it is necessary to create new jobs, approve professional standards and new curricula for obtaining skills in demand in the labor market, strengthen interaction between employers, schools and colleges, develop a mentoring institute, hold job fairs and train students and vocational training students in job search and employment skills, create a safe workplace, "Also, measures are planned to improve the image of working professions," said Akmadi Sarbasov.The Vice Minister noted that the total demand for personnel in the next 6 years is estimated at 1.6 million people, including more than half of workers with vocational and technical education, and about 400 thousand of them are working professions. Working personnel are most in demand in the transport, trade, industry and agriculture sectors."To ensure the quality of personnel training, 1.6 thousand professional standards for working professions have been updated. Based on them, 87% of educational programs have been updated.To improve the quality of personnel training, a Digital Skills Bank has been created, which includes more than 12 thousand skills and competencies, which meets the requirements of the international labor market.The "Career Compasses" project is being implemented to help choose a professional career and manage one's own career trajectory.Vocational training and on-the-job training are actively developing at the request of employers. This year, about 12 thousand people will take such courses.To develop practical skills for students, a functionality has been launched on the Electronic Labor Exchange that allows them to find a place for industrial practice.Today, 643 courses are available on the online learning platform, more than 400 thousand have studied it,” said Akmadi Sarbasov.The First Vice Minister noted that unemployed young people who have difficulties finding a job can receive support for employment based on their individual needs.“If there is no work experience after completing their studies, youth internships are organized, which were attended by 33.3 thousand young people last year.An important measure in partnership with employers is targeted support for NEET youth in overcoming obstacles to employment. For this, the “First Job” project is being implemented, within the framework of which 9.6 thousand people were employed in 2024.For the career development of young people, the experience and skills of people approaching retirement age can be transferred to young specialists within the framework of the “Generation Contract” project,” the First Vice Minister said.According to Akmadi Sarbasov, last year 287 thousand young people (236 thousand people were employed) were involved in active measures to promote employment, of which 150.6 thousand (136.9 thousand people were employed) were rural youth.On the Skills.enbek.kz short-term training portal, 18.5 thousand young people were covered with online training in skills that are in demand in the labor market, of which 16.2 thousand people received certificates.Under the “Bastau Business” project, 25.6 thousand young people were covered with training in the basics of entrepreneurship, of which 16.2 thousand received certificates.For socially vulnerable groups of the population citizens belonging to the category of citizens are provided with state grants in the amount of 400 MCI to open their own business. Last year, 3.5 thousand young people received such grants.Also, the Vice Minister informed the forum participants about projects implemented by other state bodies, such as "Diplommen aulga", "Aul amanati", "Aul - El besigi"In addition, Akmadi Sarbasov spoke about the measures taken to regulate platform employment, which will allow us to ensure access to legal rights and social guarantees for more than 500 thousand of our citizens working on various Internet platforms.In conclusion, Akmadi Sarbasov noted that the state policy in the field of youth employment is aimed at unlocking potential and creating conditions for its development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/938090

Almaty region is taking a firm step towards strengthening its position as one of the leading tourist regions in the country. As part of the Comprehensive Plan for the Development of the Almaty Mountain Cluster for 2025–2029, large-scale changes are planned to improve infrastructure, update tourist routes and improve the quality of service. These measures will not only increase the tourist attractiveness of the region, but also open up new opportunities for the local population and give impetus to the development of small and medium-sized businesses.Turgen and Kaskelen - new centers of family tourismIn the initial stage of the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan, priority was given to the development of the Kaskelen and Turgen gorges. Modern recreation areas, hiking trails and areas for family recreation will be built in these picturesque places. The development of these locations will not only increase the flow of tourists, but also support local entrepreneurs.Communication and Internet in mountain regionsIn order to increase the comfort and safety of tourists, communication networks will be laid in the Kaskelen and Turgen gorges. This will ensure stable mobile communication and access to high-speed Internet. This step will be very important for local residents and tourism businesses.27 new tourist routesThe mountain routes of Almaty region will now be more accessible and safe. As part of the comprehensive plan, 27 new routes with a total length of 143 km will be equipped. Special recreation areas will be located every 5 km, which will create comfortable conditions for hiking enthusiasts. These changes will increase the popularity of the region and open up new opportunities for the development of ecotourism.Roads and utility networks are the basis of tourismAn important part of the project is the construction of more than 26 km of new highways and the laying of electricity and water networks in mountain regions. This will not only create comfortable conditions for tourists, but also contribute to the development of business and give impetus to the economic growth of the region.Development of ski resortsPopular ski resorts in the Almaty region are being expanded. The complex modernization includes the Oi-Qaragai and Ak-Bulak resorts, where new trails will be built, Issyk-Kul will be improved, and the Arsha hotel will be built. These measures will make the region attractive for tourism all year round, increase the number of tourists, and create additional jobs.Large-scale expansion of Oi-QaragaiThe Oi-Qaragai resort is expecting a large-scale expansion: its area will increase from 105 hectares to 1,000 hectares. By 2028, the number of visitors to the resort is expected to increase from 300 thousand to 850 thousand people, and the total investment will amount to 83.2 billion tenge. This project will be an important stage in the development of mountain tourism and attracting new investors.Training of mountain guides and tour guidesTo improve the quality of services in the tourism sector, programs will be launched to train professional guides and tour guides. Local residents will also have the opportunity to master in-demand specialties and get a job in the hospitality industry.Long-term prospectsThe implementation of the comprehensive plan will lay a solid foundation for the long-term development of the region. Improved infrastructure, modernization of tourist facilities and attraction of investors will improve the quality of life of the local population and attract new travelers. Almaty region will become a center for active and family recreation, opening up new horizons for the development of tourism and business.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/937456

As of February 1, 2025, 49.7 thousand Kazakhstanis participated in active measures to promote employment. 46.9 thousand people were employed, of which 16.6 thousand were permanently employed. 30.3 thousand people were placed in subsidized jobs. Of these, 1.3 thousand people were employed in social workplaces, 921 people in youth practice, 25.9 thousand people in public works, and 2.2 thousand people were employed within the framework of the "Silver Youth" project.8.3 thousand unemployed people were covered with online training on skills in demand in the labor market, of which 7.6 thousand completed their studies.Also, 2.8 thousand people were covered with training on the basics of entrepreneurship under the "Bastau Business" project, of which 1.3 thousand people completed their studies and received certificates.31 thousand people underwent social vocational orientation in order to choose a field of activity.In addition, in 2025, it is planned to provide 9 thousand grants to socially vulnerable categories of the population in the amount of up to 400 MCI (1,572,800 tenge) for the implementation of new business initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/936886

As of February 1, 2025, the number of recipients of social payments from the State Social Insurance Fund (hereinafter referred to as the SSF) due to job loss amounted to 106 thousand people. At the same time, payments were assigned to 31.2 thousand people this year. The total amount of payments was 9.4 billion tenge.In accordance with the current legislation, dismissed employees receive social payments for job loss for a period of 1 to 6 months, depending on their length of participation in the compulsory social insurance system and their income over the last 24 months. Payment is made at the expense of the Social Insurance Fund in the amount of up to 45% of lost income.To assign a payment, a dismissed employee must:- log in to the eGov.kz portal;- select the “Registration of job seekers” service in the “Job placement and employment” section;- order an online service, fill in all the fields, sign it with an electronic signature and send an application;- within one day, the career center (hereinafter referred to as the MO) at your place of residence will offer you vacancies;- if a job is not found, you will be remotely granted the status of unemployed within 3 working days (if necessary, an employee of the MO will contact you to collect additional information);This service can also be obtained online through the Electronic Labor Exchange (enbek.kz).When there is information about registering as unemployed, the information system of the Ministry of Labor proactively receives information from the Social Insurance Fund in a format To agree to the service, an SMS message will be sent to your mobile phone. If you agree, you must respond to the SMS message. The payment will be assigned automatically.Recall that the social payment paid in case of loss of employment at the expense of the Social Security Fund is made regardless of the reasons for the dismissal and is intended to support the unemployed person during the period when he is looking for a job.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/936894

A memorandum of cooperation was signed between the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Law Enforcement Agency (GLAA) of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland as part of the Kazakhstan-Great Britain Strategic Dialogue in London. The document provides for interaction between the parties in the field of labor migration.The Memorandum was signed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vasilenko and Minister of State for Europe, North America and Overseas Affairs of the United Kingdom Stephen Doughty.The document provides for cooperation between the parties in the following areas:- exchange of information on the conditions and procedures for temporary employment of citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the territory of the United Kingdom;- exchange of information on the activities of private employment agencies sending workers from the Republic of Kazakhstan to the United Kingdom for labor service, as well as confirmation of their activities in accordance with the legislation of the host state;- mutual cooperation aimed at ensuring and protecting labor and social rights of citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan during their labor service in the territory of the United Kingdom, including within the framework of a Tier-5 seasonal worker visa;- exchange of information on in-demand worker specialties and the necessary professional training of citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The signing of this Memorandum is an important step towards strengthening cooperation between Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom in the field of labor rights protection.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/935947

As of February 1, 2025 According to the state labor inspectors, more than 1.1 thousand employees at 16 enterprises of the republic had arrears of wages in the amount of 318.2 million tenge. At the same time, 499 violations of labor rights were identified during inspections conducted at various organizations.240 mandatory orders were issued to the heads of enterprises with arrears of wages and fines were imposed in the amount of more than 24.3 million tenge.As a result of the measures taken, including the establishment of strict schedules and deadlines for the payment of arrears of wages, the rights of 890 employees were protected. They were paid 81.3 million tenge.In addition, the issues of ensuring state control over compliance with labor legislation are under the special control of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As of February 1, 2025, state labor inspectors conducted 389 inspections, during which 499 violations were identified, including: in the labor sphere - 466; in labor safety and labor protection - 31; on employment of the population – 2.As a result of the measures taken, the labor rights of 3.8 thousand workers were protected.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/935155

In 2024, 19,199 people were employed within the framework of the implementation of the "Silver Youth" project to promote employment of people under retirement age.The largest number of employed people is observed in Turkestan (2,441 people), Zhambyl (1,845 people) and Karaganda (1,471 people) regions.The share of women participating in the project is 55.2% or 10.6 thousand people, the share of rural residents is 11.3 thousand people or 59.1%.Unemployed people over 50 years of age can participate in this project until they reach retirement age. To participate in the project, you must apply to the career center.The Labor Mobility Center finances the "Silver Youth" project by providing subsidies to compensate for part of the employer's expenses for paying wages to unemployed people employed under the project.The amount of subsidies is 70% of the salary in the first year of work (but not more than 30 MCI), 65% of the salary in the second year of work (but not more than 30 MCI), and 60% of the salary in the third year of work (but not more than 30 MCI).After the end of the period of participation in the "Silver Youth" project, the employer is obliged to employ a person under retirement age for a permanent job for at least 1 year, as well as a person under retirement age until retirement.Many Kazakhstanis express positive opinions about the project."I got a job at the "Zerde" pharmacy under the "Silver Youth" project. "The work is not particularly hard, and we receive our salaries on time. Nowadays, it is not easy for people over 50 like us to find work. Thanks to such projects, many citizens are finding a "shovel for two hands," - said Zeynekul Burkitbay, a resident of the Turkestan region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/935942