The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan has prepared an order providing for the postponement of the weekend in January 2025.According to the order of the Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On postponing the rest day in 2025", the day off from Sunday, January 5, 2025, is postponed to Friday, January 3, 2025.Thus, with a five–day working week, Kazakhstanis will be able to rest from January 1 to January 4, and with a six-day working week - from January 1 to January 3.This postponement of the weekend will make it possible to optimally distribute working hours and create favorable conditions for citizens to relax.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/887881

In order to ensure the rights of persons with disabilities and create an accessible environment for them, 1248 social infrastructure facilities have been fully adapted in the Kyzylorda region.Currently, the National Plan to Ensure the Rights and Improve the Quality of Life of Persons with Disabilities in the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2025, the Roadmap of the Amanat Party for 2023-2027, as well as the Halykpen Birge project initiated on behalf of the Head of State are being implemented.According to the Roadmap of the Amanat party, it is planned to adapt more than 35 thousand objects included in the Interactive Accessibility Map (hereinafter referred to as the Map). 20% of the facilities are adapted annually:- in 2023 – 20%;- in 2024-40%;- in 2025 – 60%;- in 2026 – 80%;- in 2027 – 100%.To date, 20,849 facilities have been adapted across the country. It was planned to adapt 948 facilities in the Kyzylorda region in 2024, but the region exceeded the plan: accessibility was provided for 1248 facilities. Of these, all categories of persons with disabilities are accessible:- healthcare facilities – 128;- educational facilities – 586;- cultural objects – 117;- state and quasi–state organizations - 250;- objects of trade and services – 31;- sports facilities – 19;- transport infrastructure facilities – 11;- catering, trade, and services organizations – 92;- social protection facilities – 8;- other – 6."I visit various socially significant institutions in Kyzylorda every day: shops, pharmacies, hospitals and others. It is important for me that they are available. Now many facilities are equipped with lifts for people in wheelchairs, special service areas. New buildings are being built taking into account the needs of low-mobility groups of the population, equipped with ramps, handrails, elevators and tactile markings. Separately, I would like to note that the owners of existing facilities are also making changes to make them accessible. We also make suggestions to entrepreneurs. For example, a lifting device has been installed in the branch of Otbasy Bank JSC, which allows me to move around without assistance. The community service centers that I frequent have guide strips, signs, and staff to help. This makes the visit as comfortable as possible," said Sagatbek Siyuov, a disabled person of the first group.In addition, this year, within the framework of state control, the Department of the Committee for Regulation and Control in the Field of Social Protection of the Population of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan conducted 104 inspections of social infrastructure facilities in the Kyzylorda region. Of these: 39 – as part of preventive control, 6 – unscheduled inspections and 59 – at the request of the prosecutor's office.According to the results of the inspections, 31 orders were issued to eliminate violations and 53 administrative fines were imposed in the amount of over 6.4 million tenge.It is important to note that during preventive control, the owners of facilities are given only instructions on their elimination without bringing to administrative responsibility upon initial detection of violations. In case of failure to comply with the order within the prescribed time, a fine is imposed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/888264

Astana, November 20, 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko met with newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Finland to the Republic of Kazakhstan Janne Heiskanen.The parties noted the significant impulse to bilateral relations provided by the recent meeting between the heads of two states Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Alexander Stubb in Baku and the invitation to the Finnish leader to visit Kazakhstan next year.Welcoming productive work of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, the parties expressed their shared interest in further strengthening Kazakh-Finnish partnership.The Deputy Foreign Minister stressed the importance of increasing business ties and broadening the legal framework of bilateral relations, as well as close cooperation with Finland within the multilateral framework, including the UN, EU and the OSCE.The Kazakh side wished Finland success in an important task chairing the OSCE in 2025. It was noted that despite serious crisis faced by the Organization, it remains a unique and indispensable platform for dialogue and cooperation. The Deputy Minister underlined the continued importance of provisions of the Helsinki Final Act, marking its 50th anniversary next year, as well as other fundamental OSCE documents, including the 2010 Astana Summit Final Declaration.In conclusion of the meeting the Deputy Foreign Minister wished Finland’s Ambassador successful and productive work in Kazakhstan.For reference: In 2023, the Kazakh-Finnish mutual trade reached 208.2 million US dollars (exports – 3.1 million, imports – 205.1 million); during January-September, 2024 – around 142 million US dollars (exports – 8 million, imports – 134 million). The gross inflow of investment from Finland to Kazakhstan since 2005 has amounted to 432.8 million dollars. There are 71 enterprises with the participation of Finnish capital registered in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/887023

Astana, November 20, 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko received copies of credentials from Petros Nacouzis, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to Kazakhstan. Deputy Minister Vassilenko extended his best wishes for Ambassador Nacouzis’ success in his new role.During the discussion, both parties explored promising areas of bilateral cooperation. They underscored the importance of strengthening the political dialogue and expanding trade and economic partnerships between Kazakhstan and Cyprus, building on the bilateral agreements established during the official visit of Cypriot Foreign Minister, Constantinos Kombos, to Astana in March 2024.Vassilenko welcomed the decision by the Cypriot leadership to establish an Embassy in Kazakhstan, expressing hope that this new Embassy would play a significant role in advancing Kazakh-Cypriot relations. Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter, highlighting the importance of resolving the Cyprus issue in accordance with this fundamental document under the auspices of the United Nations.At the conclusion of the meeting, Ambassador Nacouzis expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and affirmed his readiness to strengthen the cooperative ties between Kazakhstan and Cyprus.For reference: Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Cyprus from January to September 2024 amounted to 6.1 million US dollars (exports: 5.2 million, imports: 918,600), representing a fivefold increase compared to the same period in 2023, which totaled 1.6 million US dollars (exports: 243,600, imports: 1.4 million). Since 2005, Cyprus has invested over 4.5 billion US dollars in Kazakhstan as foreign direct investment. As of November 1, 2024, 60 joint ventures have been registered in Kazakhstan involving Cypriot participation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/886935

Shymkent-Turkestan, 16–19 November 2024 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in collaboration with the National Commission of the Republic of Kazakhstan for UNESCO and ICESCO and the International Institute of Central Asian Studies, conducted annual training courses, aimed at enhancing the capacity-building of Kazakh diplomats in the field of cultural and natural heritage preservation.Since its launch in 2022, the program has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge on the application of international tools for the preservation of world heritage, in order to improve diplomats’ professional training and promote cultural and natural values on the global stage.These courses were organized within the territory of Kazakhstan for the first time. Together with leading regional and international experts, the course participants visited key UNESCO World Heritage Sites – the Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi and the Aksu-Zhabagly Nature Reserve, as well as potential monuments of the transnational nomination “Great Silk Road,” including the ancient settlements of Turkestan, Otrar, Sauran and Kultobe.This program demonstrates Kazakhstan’s commitment to preserve its unique heritage in accordance with high international standards.In total, seventeen sites from Kazakhstan have been inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List under the framework of six nominations to ensure their safety being in line with the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of World Cultural and Natural Heritage. Currently, Kazakhstan, as a member of the World Heritage Committee, participates in decision-making on the inclusion of new sites to this prestigious UNESCO list and provides recommendations on their protection.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/886814

The first forum of akims of rural districts was held in Almaty regionThe event was organized on the initiative of the AMANAT party.The forum was attended by Akim of Almaty region Marat Sultangaziev, secretary of the AMANAT party Yerzhan Zhylkybayev, heads of law enforcement agencies, departments and departments, akims of districts, chairmen of maslikhats, as well as akims of rural districts and leaders of the deputy faction of the party. The main purpose of the forum was to strengthen the institute of village mayors and support their work.Opening the forum, Akim of Almaty region Marat Sultangaziev stressed the importance of the work of akims to improve the quality of life of rural residents."Today, the population of the region is 1.5 million people, of which 81% live in rural areas. Their quality of life, social conditions, and infrastructure are a direct result of your work. Mayors of villages should be not only executors of state programs, but also leaders who enjoy the trust of the people. Our task is to provide the akims with all the necessary resources and capabilities. Akims should also contribute to the economic development of their territories, introduce new investment projects and create favorable conditions for entrepreneurship," Marat Sultangaziev said.The secretary of the AMANAT party, Yerzhan Zhylkybayev, in his speech spoke in detail about the tasks of the party for the development of the village. He focused on key party initiatives and the role of akims in their implementation."AMANAT is a party of concrete cases. We are implementing projects such as "Auyl Amanaty", "Zher Amanaty", "Karyzyz kogam" aimed at improving the well-being of the rural population. For example, last year, within the framework of the Auyl Amanaty project, 1,091 micro-loans totaling 8.3 billion tenge were issued in the Almaty region. This has created new opportunities for thousands of villagers. Akims should effectively implement these projects and be the guides of the party's values for the population," Yerzhan Zhylkybayev said.At the forum, the akims of rural districts shared their experience in solving topical issues and talked about the successes achieved.Thus, Akim of Aksengir rural district Yerzhan Kasymshalov noted that in recent years three new schools have been built in his district, and residents of the villages of Zhaysan and Aksengir are fully provided with clean drinking water. He also spoke about a large-scale social project implemented in the district."The public association "Qunar+" provided 90 heads of sheep and 6 heads of breeding cattle to three low-income families for free. The animals are provided with food, and pens have been built for their maintenance. A year later, their offspring will be transferred to other families in need. The family that received the largest number of offspring will receive a bonus of 10 million tenge. This project was launched with the participation of Deputy Prime Minister Tamara Duissenova," Yerzhan Kasymshalov said.Asyl Baitulakov, a veteran of the civil service, who held the position of akim in three districts for 18 years, spoke about the challenges faced by modern leaders."The development of information technology and the openness of society create many difficulties. Today, akims are often subjected to unjustified criticism, sometimes their honor and dignity are put at risk. Some young professionals cannot withstand such pressure and resign from their positions. Something needs to be done about this," he stressed.In the second part of the forum, seminars were held on the implementation of the party projects "Auyl Amanaty", "Zher Amanaty" and "Karyzyz kogam". During the panel sessions, akims and experts exchanged experiences and discussed the most pressing issues.At the end of the event, the akims who made a significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the region were awarded letters of thanks from the akim of the region and the AMANAT party.It is worth noting that there are 373 settlements in the Almaty region, united into 131 rural districts. Of these, 122 akims were directly elected, and 74% of them are members of the AMANAT party.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/886601

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As of November 1, 2024, 403 thousand people from 76 thousand families have been assigned targeted social assistance (hereinafter referred to as TSA). This year, 54.7 billion tenge has been allocated from the budget for these purposes.As previously reported, the main goal of the TSA is to get the family out of a difficult life situation by providing support in the form of cash payments and involving able–bodied family members in active measures to promote employment.The TSA provides for:- quarterly assignment of social assistance to citizens whose income does not exceed 70% of the regional subsistence level;- provision of monthly additional payments to children from low-income families aged 1 to 6 years inclusive in the amount of 1.5 MCI (5,538 tenge) per child. On November 1 of this year, an additional payment was assigned to 126 thousand preschool children from among the recipients of the TSA in the amount of 4.5 billion tenge;- promoting employment through employment, providing grants to families motivated to start their own business, referrals to advanced training courses (if necessary) and others.Currently, Kazakhstanis can apply for the appointment of an ASP by contacting the career center, the akim of the rural district at their place of residence or through the e-government portal (egov.kz ).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/886488

Astana, November 19, 2024 – Deepening dialogue and new areas of Kazakh-German partnership were discussed during the latest political consultations held between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko and Director for Central Asia, Eastern Europe and the Caucasus of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany Konrad H. Arz von Straussenburg.The parties reviewed bilateral political, trade, investment, cultural and humanitarian cooperation, as well as interaction in multilateral structures.During the consultations, representatives of Kazakhstan and German summed up the results of the joint work carried out over the year, focusing primarily on implementing the agreements reached during the visits of President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Berlin in September 2023 and Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz to Astana in September this year.The talks highlighted dynamic Kazakh-German partnership as demonstrated by the growing political contacts and economic indicators, as well as mutual support for foreign policy initiatives and similarity of views on key issues on the global agenda. “Today, relations between our two countries have become a model of a high degree of trust, respect and mutually beneficial partnership," – emphasized Kazakhstan’s Deputy Foreign Minister.Deputy Minister Vassilenko underlined the effectiveness of such bilateral cooperation mechanisms as the Governmental Working Group on Strategic Economic Partnership with Germany, the Kazakh-German Business Council, the Intergovernmental Working Group on Trade and Economic Cooperation, the Berlin Eurasian Club, the Intergovernmental Commission on the Affairs of Ethnic Germans living in Kazakhstan and others.Director of the German Foreign Ministry Arz von Straussenburg note the importance of cooperation with Kazakhstan and the interest of Germany in promoting inter-parliamentary dialogue, broadening the legal framework of the relations, supporting active engagement in energy sector, including the development of green hydrogen, and in other spheres of economic partnership.Strengthening collaboration across the entire spectrum of bilateral engagement was discussed during the consultations, including in areas exhibiting great potential for deepened cooperation, including water sector and environment, health care and dual education.The diplomats welcomed the results of the second meeting of the Heads of States of Central Asia and the Federal Chancellor of Germany that was held in Astana during the visit of Chancellor Scholz. The participants of political consultations exchanged views on implementation of the German Green Central Asia initiative and the further promotion of the Strategic Regional Partnership between Central Asia and Germany.The parties discussed issues of interaction with the European Union, stressing the importance of implementing Kazakhstan-EU Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, as well as initiatives within the United Nations and the importance of interaction in all OSCE dimensions. They also exchanged views on the topical issues on the international agenda.In conclusion, the parties agreed to continue working together to further deepen the mutually beneficial dialogue between Astana and Berlin.For reference: The Kazakh-German mutual trade reached $3.9 billion (exports – $742.3 million, imports – $3.2 billion); during 9 months of 2024 - $3 billion (exports - $882.1 million, imports - $2.1 billion) in 2023. The gross inflow of investment from Germany to Kazakhstan since 2005 has amounted to $6.9 billion. There are 752 enterprises with the participation of German capital working in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/886361

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Since the beginning of 2024, payments of the state allowance for large families have covered an average of 575.8 thousand families for a total of 389.8 billion tenge, including 570 thousand families for a total of 41 billion tenge received this type of benefit in October.Families with 4 or more minor children living together or full-time students under the age of 23 can apply for this state benefit, regardless of their income.The amounts of payments are differentiated depending on the number of children and in 2024 they amount to:- with 4 children – 16.03 MCI or 59,183 tenge;- with 5 children – 20.04 MCI or 73,988 tenge;- with 6 children – 24.05 MCI or 88,793 tenge;- with 7 children – 28.06 MCI or 103,598 tenge;- with 8 or more children – 4 MCI or 14,768 tenge per child.It should be noted that from January 1, 2024, all state social benefits for families with children have been increased by 7%.This year, 474 billion tenge is provided for the payment of state benefits to large families.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/885600

Today, on November 18, Speaker of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Maulen Ashimbayev arrived in Kostanay region on a working visit. He was met by the head of the region, Kumar Aksakalov. During the visit, key areas of development of the region were discussed, among which the most important issues were industry, agriculture, social infrastructure and improving living conditions for residents.Development of mechanical engineering and support of investment projectsAs Kumar Aksakalov noted, Kostanay region continues to actively develop mechanical engineering, which is one of the drivers of industrial growth in the region. Currently, more than 60% of all manufactured vehicles in the country are assembled at the factories of the region. In particular, the company "SaryarkaAvtoProm" LLP produced more than 66 thousand cars in 10 months of this year. This sector continues to grow actively, and in the near future there are plans to increase production by 270%.In addition, major investment projects in the automotive industry are being implemented in the region, including the construction of a KIA car manufacturing plant. The launch of the enterprise is expected in 2025, and it will create 1.5 thousand jobs. Kumar Aksakalov stressed that such projects are important not only for the economy of the region, but also for the training of highly qualified specialists. In cooperation with the South Korean Dong-Eui University, exchange education and training programs in the field of mechanical engineering are being developed for students of Kostanay Regional University."The development of industry, in particular mechanical engineering, is not only an economic benefit for the region, but also an important contribution to the implementation of the strategic task set by the Head of State: economic diversification and the creation of new jobs for young people and local residents," said Maulen Ashimbayev.Infrastructure development and rural supportOne of the main topics raised during the visit was the development of infrastructure, including the creation of comfortable living conditions for the rural population. Kumar Aksakalov noted that significant steps have been taken in the field of water supply in the region this year: 21 billion tenge has been allocated for the implementation of 81 water supply and sanitation projects. By the end of the year, 15 rural settlements will be connected to a centralized water supply system, which will increase the availability of drinking water in rural areas to 90%.In addition, housing construction is actively developing in the region. In 10 months, 379 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned, and by the end of the year it is planned to complete the construction of 5 thousand apartments. Special attention is paid to the construction of housing for young people within the framework of the "Kostanay Zhastary" program, thanks to which about 140 families will be able to improve their living conditions. Sharing the position of the regional leadership, the speaker of the Senate spoke out."The countryside is not only a space for work, but also a place for a decent life. The Head of State clearly outlined the need to create conditions for our citizens in rural areas to live comfortably and have equal opportunities with residents of cities."- said the governor of the region.Taxes and business supportDuring the visit, issues of tax policy and support for local producers were also discussed. Kumar Aksakalov asked the deputies to support the request of the region's machine builders to extend the benefit for paying value-added tax on imported equipment. This step will help reduce the financial burden on enterprises and stimulate the further development of mechanical engineering and agricultural production.Investment climate and economic growthAccording to the head of the region, over the past two years, more than 1 billion US dollars of foreign investment has been attracted to the region, and in the coming years it is planned to attract about 1.5 trillion tenge. Kumar Aksakalov stressed that the development of key industries such as mechanical engineering, metallurgy and processing of agricultural products will allow the region to enter the top three in terms of industrial production in the country.The working visit of Maulen Ashimbayev became an important milestone in strengthening the interaction of the Senate with local authorities and deputies of maslikhats. The importance of working together on the development of industry, social infrastructure and improving the quality of life of the population was emphasized by both the head of the region and the Speaker of the Senate.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/885503

The Hague, November 15, 2024 – The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the Netherlands and Permanent Representative of Kazakhstan to the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), Kairat Abdrakhmanov, presented his credentials to the Director-General of the OPCW, Fernando Arias.Following the formal ceremony at the Organization’s headquarters, a meeting was held with the head of this esteemed international body. During the meeting, an in-depth exchange of views took place on the state and prospects of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the OPCW. Ambassador Abdrakhmanov emphasized Kazakhstan’s unwavering commitment to strengthening international security, fostering intergovernmental cooperation, and enhancing the role of international organizations in addressing global challenges and conflicts.Kazakhstan remains a consistent supporter of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and holds a firm and steadfast position against the use of any type of weapons of mass destruction in the context of global efforts to combat the use of chemical weapons. Within the OPCW, Kazakhstan maintains a constructive role and is ready to collaborate on various programs, including the establishment of a Chemistry and Technology Centre.The Director-General was also briefed on the implementation of significant reforms initiated by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Special attention was given to the key provisions of the President’s September State of the Nation Address and its practical implementation aimed at creating favorable external conditions for the peaceful and sustainable development of the country. In this context, Ambassador Abdrakhmanov highlighted the importance of President Tokayev’s initiative to establish an International Agency for Biological Safety (IABS) under the auspices of the United Nations and the Biological and Toxin Weapons Convention (BTWC). He noted that the OPCW could serve as a “role model” for the formation of this new agency.In furthering the dissemination of expertise and knowledge in the field of chemical disarmament, Kazakhstan expressed its interest in enhancing the qualifications of its specialists through OPCW programs, particularly at the Chemistry and Technology Centre. It also highlighted the potential for hosting training programs in Kazakhstan. The possibility of an official visit by Director-General Fernando Arias to Kazakhstan was also discussed.The OPCW was established in 1997 with its headquarters in The Hague to oversee the implementation of the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production, Stockpiling, and Use of Chemical Weapons and on Their Destruction. The Convention has 193 member states. Kazakhstan ratified the document on 23 March 2000.The establishment of the International Agency for Biological Safety (IABS) is an initiative proposed by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during the 75th Anniversary Session of the United Nations General Assembly in September 2020.In November 2024, the First Committee of the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution titled “Strengthening and Institutionalizing the Convention on the Prohibition of the Development, Production, and Stockpiling of Bacteriological (Biological) and Toxin Weapons and on Their Destruction”.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/885167

The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan has developed draft Rules for the interaction of labor mobility centers with private employment agencies (hereinafter – CHAZ) on the organization of labor activities of citizens of Kazakhstan abroad. The document is posted on the Open NPAs portal for public discussion.The main purpose of the document is to provide training for Kazakhstanis traveling to work outside the republic, effective organization of their work activities and protection of labor rights abroad.The rules establish requirements for private companies applying to participate in the employment of citizens abroad, and also determine the procedure for interaction of these agencies with labor mobility centers.The procedure for the selection by private employment agencies of applicants wishing to find a job abroad and their training is also regulated.In addition, it provides for the creation and maintenance of a register of CHAZS that meet the established requirements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/884796

As of November 1, 2024, the number of recipients of social benefits in case of job loss from the State Social Insurance Fund (hereinafter referred to as the State Social Insurance Fund) amounted to 256.6 thousand people, while 212.9 thousand citizens were paid this year. The total amount of payments amounted to 70.6 billion tenge.In accordance with current legislation, dismissed employees receive social benefits for job loss from 1 to 6 months, depending on the length of service in the compulsory social insurance system and income for the last 24 months. The payment is made at the expense of the State Pension Fund in the amount of up to 45% of the lost income.To assign a payment to a dismissed employee, it is necessary:- log in to the portal eGov.kz;- in the "Employment and employment" section, select the "Registration of job seekers" service;- order the service online by filling in all fields, and send an application by signing its EDS;- within one day, the career center (hereinafter referred to as the CC) at the applicant's place of residence will offer vacancies;- if a job is not found, the status of unemployed will be assigned remotely within 3 working days (if necessary, an employee of the CC will contact the applicant to collect additional information).This online service can also be obtained through the Electronic Labor Exchange (enbek.kz ).If there is information about registration as an unemployed person, the MTSZN information system will send an SMS message to the mobile phone for consent to provide services for the purpose of payment from the State Social Insurance Fund in a proactive format. If you agree, you must reply to the SMS message. The payout will be set automatically.Recall that the social payment in case of job loss at the expense of the State Pension Fund is carried out regardless of the reasons for dismissal and is intended to support an unemployed person during the period when he is looking for work.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/884640

Astana, 15 November 2024 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received Secretary General of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Kairat Sarybai.During the meeting, Minister Nurtleu noted that Kazakhstan, as the founding country and the current chairman of the Conference, attaches great importance to the activities of the CICA and its transformation into a full-fledged international organization.Particular attention paid to the current state of implementation of the initiatives and priorities of the Kazakh chairmanship, as well as further prospects for the development of CICA.Following the meeting, the parties signed Protocol on Amendments to the Host Country Agreement regarding the terms and conditions of the Secretariat’s presence in Kazakhstan.The amendments to this Agreement are intended to strengthen the international status of the CICA Secretariat in accordance with the practice of the UN and other international organizations. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/884141

Muscat, November 14, 2024 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Sultanate of Oman Aidarbek Tumatov presented his credentials to the Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tarik.During the audience the issues on further strengthening ties between Kazakhstan and Oman were discussed. The parties paid special attention to increasing cooperation in the trade and economic sphere, in particular the effective use of Oman’s transit and transport potential for the delivery of Kazakhstan production to the Arabian Gulf countries and other regions.Ambassador Tumatov reaffirmed the invitation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the Sultan of Oman to visit Kazakhstan at a convenient time. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/884196

The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan has developed a draft order of the head of the department "On amendments and additions to some orders". The document is aimed at increasing the availability of technical means of rehabilitation for persons with disabilities (hereinafter referred to as LSI), which will have a positive impact on their quality of life and socialization into society. The draft order is posted on the Open NPAs portal for public discussion until November 29, 2024.Thus, the document provides for a reduction in the time needed to replace wheelchairs. To a large extent, these amendments will affect children's wheelchairs. So, for children under 7 years old, all types of wheelchairs are planned to be replaced after three years. For children over the age of 7: indoor – after 5 years, universal – after 4 years. Also, the replacement period for indoor wheelchairs for adults will be reduced by one year, they will be changed every 6 years.By the way, today, in accordance with current legislation, uniform replacement periods have been established for children and adults traveling in wheelchairs: 7 years for indoor wheelchairs, 4 years for strollers.Also among the significant changes is the provision of prosthetic and orthopedic shoes for all groups of people with disabilities, shoes for devices (prostheses), therapeutic and preventive means at the expense of budgetary funds.To date, these LSI services are provided depending on the disability group with payment at their own expense of 50% or 100% of the cost.In addition, the adoption of the draft order will eliminate restrictions on providing laptops with a webcam, as well as screen access software and speech synthesis, portable typhoid computers with speech synthesis, with built-in Braille input/output, for persons with disabilities who have reached retirement age. To date, the above-mentioned technical means is provided exclusively to people of working age. To improve the quality of life of a visually impaired person, it is planned to replace the player with a specialized tifloflashplayer, which provides great technical capabilities.For people with disabilities who have been on bed rest for a long time, it is provided with an anti-bedsore mattress and a functional mechanical medical bed.Along with this, medical indications for the provision of sign language specialist services in an online format (contactless) have been revised, which will ensure equal access to them.The adoption of the draft order will not entail negative socio-economic and/or legal consequences.More information about the document can be found on the portal "Open NPAs" at the link https://legalacts.egov.kz/npa/view?id=15293212Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/883924

Vice Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan Askar Biakhmetov informed about the measures taken to ensure women's employment within the framework of the VIIIth Republican Forum of rural women of Kazakhstan "The role of rural women in shaping sustainable development priorities", held in Astana.In his speech, Askar Biakhmetov noted that the Head of State in his Message to the People of Kazakhstan dated September 2 this year, 2025 was declared the Year of Working Professions, which will be aimed at promoting the idea of hard work and professionalism in society."Women in Kazakhstan predominantly work in the service sector, especially in education and healthcare, where the proportion of women is more than 70% of the employed. At the same time, in sectors such as construction, transport and industry, the proportion of women is significantly lower. This indicates a high proportion of women in professions related to nursing and training, reflecting global trends in the gender division of labor.Half of the women are employed in positions that require a high level of skills – these are positions of managers, professionals and specialists. The proportion of women among professionals is 64%, which underlines the contribution of women to highly qualified fields of activity," the Vice Minister said.He also noted that the least number of women work in professions that require technical skills, which reflects the industry specifics of gender employment. A low level of skills is typical for 17% of women employed in jobs that do not require qualifications."As of November 1 this year, 315.5 thousand women, including 165.5 thousand rural women, were covered by active measures to promote employment.In total, since the beginning of 2024, 239.9 thousand women have been employed, including 131.3 thousand for permanent jobs, 108.6 thousand for state–subsidized jobs, which is more than 45% of the total number of employed," Askar Biakhmetov said.Within the framework of the forum, an award ceremony for the winners of the Coca-Cola Belesteri-2024 competition and the awarding of a grant to them took place. Saltanat Rakhimbekova.A panel session "Tools to support women's initiatives" was also held and expert platforms were organized: "The role of women in ensuring food security", "Digitalization and new technologies for rural women", "Education and professional development of women in rural areas".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/883841