Today, Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov took part in the ceremonial launch of water pipes in several rural settlements. This is an important step in fulfilling the instructions of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan to provide 100% of the rural population with high-quality drinking water by 2025.In 2024, 20.2 billion tenge was allocated for the implementation of 77 water supply projects in the region. Thanks to this, 50 villages have been provided with high-quality water, including 15 villages with centralized water supply and 41 villages through block modules and distribution points for imported water.Construction of water pipes in five settlements has been completed in Kostanay region this year.:Alexandrovka,Moscow,Sadovoe,Enbek,Talapker.As a result, more than 4,500 people gained access to centralized water supply for the first time.Water pipes have also been opened in:the village of Boskol, Karabalyk district,the villages of Atayevka and Bestobe in the Kamystinsky district.The overall effect of the commissioning of these facilities is to provide high—quality drinking water to more than 3,000 people.Kumar Aksakalov noted that work in this direction will continue. Next year, it is planned to connect the villages of Oktyabrskoye and Konstantinovka to the centralized water supply system in Kostanay region. The construction of water pipes in Nechayevka and Ryspaev will also be completed, and construction of a new water supply system will begin in the village of Limannoye."The launch of new water pipes is a significant event for residents, because water in every home is a step towards a comfortable and decent life. We are creating conditions that promote the development of rural areas so that people can stay in their native villages," the head of the region emphasized.At the end of the event, Kumar Irgebayevich congratulated the residents on the upcoming New Year, wishing everyone health, peace and prosperity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/911713

According to the order of the Akim of the Almaty region, Dimash Abduarsuli Kozhabekov was appointed acting head of the Department of Housing and Communal Services and Landscaping of the Almaty region for 3 months from December 26, 2024.Dimash Abduarsuli was born in 1986 in Almaty. Higher education: in 2009, he graduated from Kazakh National Technical University named after K.I. Satpayev with a degree in electric power engineering, in 2012 — Kazakh National Pedagogical University named after Abai with a degree in law and Fundamentals of Economics, in 2015 — Kokshetau State University named after Sh.Ualikhanov has a degree in law.He started his career as Deputy Chairman of the Youth Affairs Committee of the Kazakh National Pedagogical University named after Abai.Over the years, he worked as an estimate engineer at Kazelectromontazh JSC, a web designer at the Kazakh National Pedagogical Institute named after Abai, a lawyer in the office of the Mayor of Almaty, head of the legal department at Almaty Kalasy Sharuashylyk Baskarmasy LLP, head of the Department of administrative Buildings at the Directorate for the Administration of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Almaty, Deputy Chief Head of the Department of Human Resources, Head of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management of Almaty, Head of the Department of Civil Society in the Committee on Civil Society Affairs of the Ministry of Information and Public Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Deputy Head of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management of Kostanay region, as well as the head of the financial and economic department of the office of the Akim of the Almaty region.Since September 2023, he has held the position of Deputy Head of the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management of the Almaty region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/911541

Since the beginning of last year, 1,462 unused agricultural land plots with a total area of 422.0 thousand hectares have been identified in the Almaty region. This fact underlines the importance of rational use of land resources and the need for enhanced control in this area. On behalf of the Land Resources Management Committee of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, by the end of 2024, it was planned to return unused agricultural land with a total area of 70 thousand hectares to state ownership.In this regard, 89.7 thousand hectares of agricultural land have been returned to state ownership. The plan has been completed by 128.0%. Of these, 74.8 thousand hectares were voluntarily transferred by the owners, which indicates an increase in their responsibility for compliance with the law.Another 14.9 thousand hectares were seized through lawsuits. According to experts, these results became possible thanks to joint work with the Department of Land Management of the Almaty region. Amanzhol Abdrakhmanov, Head of the Department of Land Relations of the Almaty region, noted the importance of continuing this work: “The effective use of each acre of land is a contribution to the food security of the region and the country as a whole. We will continue to systematically work on the return of unused land, so that every hectare benefits our society.” Despite the results achieved, there is still a lot of work ahead. It is planned to strengthen measures to identify abandoned sites, prevent violations of the law and improve the ecological condition of the lands. Effective land use is possible only with close cooperation between government agencies and landowners. In this regard, the region will continue to work on the implementation of new initiatives. It should be recalled that the main task remains to involve agricultural land in circulation, protect natural resources and contribute to the economic development of the country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/913170

Today, December 26, a ceremonial handover of keys to new residents of an apartment building at 1 Sechenov Street took place in the city of Rudny. The event was attended by the Akim of Kostanay Region Kumar Aksakalov, the Akim of Rudny, the Chairman of the Board of JSC Kazakhstan Housing Company, the General Director of JSC Rudnysokolovstroy, media representatives, as well as residents and guests of the house.The long-awaited keys to new apartments were received by those on the waiting list. These are large families, families raising children with disabilities, single-parent families and employees of budgetary organizations. All of them took advantage of the preferential lending terms of JSC Otbasy Bank and entered into purchase and sale agreements.The new residential building was built by JSC Rudnysokolovstroy. The total area of the house is 3456.14 m², and the total number of apartments is 45. Among them are one-, two-, three- and four-room options.In his speech, Kumar Aksakalov noted that providing citizens with affordable housing is one of the region's priority tasks:"We are doing everything possible so that as many families as possible can improve their housing conditions. Today, those on the waiting list not only received their own square meters, but also confidence in the future. This work will continue next year."The ceremony ended with the presentation of keys and warm congratulations for the new residents, for whom today marked the beginning of a new chapter in their lives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/910079

By the order of the Akim of Kostanay region dated December 24, 2024, in agreement with the Maslikhat of Sarykol district, Marat Lesbekovich Shymyrbekov was appointed to the post of Akim of Sarykol district.Marat Lesbekovich was born in 1973 in Ordabasy district of South Kazakhstan region. He graduated from Shymkent University with a degree in Chemistry and Biology and Peoples' Friendship University of Kazakhstan Engineering and Pedagogical University with a degree in Public and Local Government. Previously, he held the posts of Akim of Zlatoust rural district and Deputy Akim of Sarykol district.By the order of the Akim of Kostanay region dated December 25, 2024, in agreement with the Maslikhat of Kostanay district, Olzhas Zhomartovich Nurgaliev was appointed to the post of Akim of Kostanay district.Olzhas Zhomartovich was born in 1986 in the Kostanay district of the Kostanay region. He graduated from the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University with a degree in International Relations, the Modern Humanitarian Academy and the M. Dulatov Kostanay Engineering and Economics University with a degree in Economics. He has a Master of Science degree in Economics. Previously, he held the position of head of the passenger transport and highways department of the Akimat of the Kostanay region.By the order of the Akim of the Kostanay region dated December 25, 2024, in agreement with the maslikhat of the Dzhangeldy district, Dinmukhanbet Serikovich Bidashev was appointed to the post of Akim of the Dzhangeldy district.Dinmukhanbet Serikovich was born in 1981 in the Dzhangeldy district of the Kostanay region. He graduated from the A. Baitursynov Kostanay State University with a degree in Economics and Management. Previously held the position of Deputy Akim of the Dzhangeldinsky District.All appointed akims have significant experience in public administration and practical knowledge necessary for effective management.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/909507

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The Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Svetlana Zhakupova, held a reception for citizens at the Citizens' Reception Center, where she reviewed the appeals of 3 Kazakhstanis from different regions of the country.The Minister was approached about receiving grants for business development, employment, expanding the list of technical facilities and rehabilitation services for people with disabilities.After listening to the requests and suggestions of the citizens, Svetlana Zhakupova gave detailed answers to their requests. She took personal control of issues requiring additional time for consideration and instructed the relevant departments of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan to assist in their resolution within their competence, in accordance with current legislation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/908491

Today, during the regular meeting of the Akimat of the Kostanay region, workers in the energy sector were awarded for their significant contribution to the development of the region. The awards were presented on behalf of the Head of State by the Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov.Awardees:•Order of "Kurmet":Valery Konstantinovich Khokhlachev - Head of the 220 kV "Zarechnaya" electrical substation, Mezhregionenergotransit LLP.•Order of "Enbek Danky" of the 3rd degree:Igor Petrovich Romanyuk - Power Engineer of JSC "Sokolovsko-Sarbai Mining and Processing Production Association".Sultanbek Bauyrzhan Khamitbekuly - Head of the Shop of the State Enterprise "Arkalyk Thermal Power Company".•Medal "Eren enbegi ushin":Raisov Nurlan Kurmangalievich - electric gas welder of the State Enterprise "Arkalyk Thermal Power Company"."Your work is the foundation for the development of energy and stability in the region. I wish you good health, professional success and well-being," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Digitalization of rural areasOne of the key issues was the development of digital infrastructure in the region. The head of the region Kumar Aksakalov emphasized that providing access to high-quality Internet is a strategically important task aimed at eliminating the digital divide between the city and the village.Main achievements and plans:•In 2024, the construction of antennas in 15 rural settlements was completed.•In January-February 2025, another 29 villages will receive access to the Internet, which will provide communication to 15 thousand people.•In 2025, antenna structures will be built in 52 villages with a population of 5 thousand people.The development of digital infrastructure is important for the region:•Schoolchildren and students will have access to online education.•Rural residents will be able to use telemedicine.•Farmers will be able to automate farms, which will increase productivity.•Access to government services and financial services will be simplified.“Our goal is to cover all rural areas of the region with high-quality Internet, which will contribute to improving the quality of life and developing the economy,” the akim of the region noted.Epidemiological situation: disease preventionThe epidemiological situation was also analyzed during the meeting. To date, such diseases as diphtheria, anthrax, rubella, mumps have not been registered in the region. The measles situation has stabilized.However, an increase in whooping cough, viral hepatitis and acute respiratory viral infections has been recorded, mainly among unvaccinated citizens. In this regard, the following tasks have been set:•Strengthen vaccination against influenza and human papillomavirus.•Intensify information and outreach work among the population.Fight against brucellosis:Since the main source of the disease is infected farm animals, it was instructed to:•Conduct sanitary cleaning of the territories of populated areas.•Strengthen disinfection of farms and private households.Drinking water qualitySpecial attention is paid to monitoring the quality of drinking water. Compared to last year, there has been an improvement:•Discrepancies in microbiological indicators decreased by 0.4%.•Discrepancies in water from wells and boreholes - by 2.6%.Results of the meeting:The epidemiological situation in the region remains stable. Thanks to active prevention and the introduction of modern technologies, the region continues to develop. The Akimat of Kostanay region will continue to work to improve living conditions, access to high-quality Internet and healthcare.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/908361

In 2024, 18,035 ethnic Kazakhs returned to their historical homeland and received the status of kandas. In total, 1 million 146 thousand ethnic Kazakhs have returned to the republic since 1991.45.4% of the Kandas who have arrived in Kazakhstan since the beginning of this year are from China, 38.9% from Uzbekistan, 6% from Mongolia, 5.8% from Turkmenistan, 2.7% from Russia and 1.3% from other countries.As of December 1, 2024, the number of ethnic migrants of working age is 57.1%, minors – 33.4% and pensioners – 9.5%.Of the working–age Candace, 17.5% have higher education, 25% have specialized secondary education, 54.7% have general secondary education, and 2.8% have no education.The ethnic Kazakhs who arrived settled in various regions of the republic.At the same time, the following labor-deficient regions have been identified for the resettlement of Kandas: Akmola, Abai, Kostanay, Pavlodar, East and North Kazakhstan regions.The quota for admission of Candace in the regions of settlement for 2024 is 3,033 people. As of December 1, 2024, 2,961 Candace have been resettled in the resettlement regions.The Candace, who settle in the above–mentioned regions, are provided with state support measures in the form of relocation subsidies – at a time in the amount of 70 MCI (258.4 thousand tenge) per head and each family member; for housing and utilities - monthly for one year in the amount of 15 to 30 MCI (from 55.3 to 110.7 thousand tenge). tg).Since the beginning of the year, various support measures have been provided to 2,624 hospitals. In particular, 794 people were employed permanently.At the same time, in order to increase the effectiveness of voluntary resettlement, institutional measures have been taken to support employers involved in the resettlement of citizens and candace to work-deficient regions. A certificate of economic mobility has been introduced for the purchase, construction of housing or to cover part of the initial payment on mortgage housing loans at a time for free and irrevocable in the amount of 50% of the cost of housing, or up to 4.28 million tenge per family. As of December 1 of this year, 2,449 people have received certificates.It should be recalled that last year, the mechanism for awarding the status of candace on the principle of "one window" through the Embassies of Kazakhstan was implemented in a pilot mode. Within the framework of the pilot, it is possible to resolve issues about visiting our country, a place of work, housing opportunities and obtain the status of a visa without entering the territory of the republic. To date, 22,666 applications from ethnic Kazakhs have been accepted in the new format.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/908018

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Astana, December 23, 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko met with Ambassador of the European Union to the Republic of Kazakhstan Aleška Simkić.During the conversation, the parties noted the high dynamics of bilateral cooperation in the outgoing year, welcoming both numerous and regular high-level contacts as well as a significant increase in trade turnover and investment activity. The interlocutors also compared notes on key issues of Kazakh-European cooperation and discussed the calendar of events for the next year.Deputy Minister emphasized the importance of further full and effective implementation of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Kazakhstan and the EU and its Member States, as well as the development of interaction in the “Central Asia – European Union” format.The interlocutors focused on further deepening cooperation in promising areas such as transport and logistics, critical raw materials, climate and green energy.In particular, the parties welcomed the progress achieved in the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, including the launch of the Coordination Platform for the Middle Corridor. They commended the intention to sign the Strategic Partnership Roadmap on Raw Materials for 2025-2026.Vassilenko also emphasized the mutual importance of the earliest launch of negotiations between Astana and Brussels on a Visa Facilitation Agreement. In this context, he noted the significance of the initialed and currently being prepared for signing Horizontal Aviation Agreement between Kazakhstan and the EU aimed at strengthening business and people-to-people ties.Concluding the meeting, the parties commended the positive dynamics of bilateral cooperation and agreed to increase interaction on issues of mutual interest.The European Union is the main trade and investment partner for Kazakhstan.Trade turnover in January-October this year amounted to 41.2 billion US dollars, increasing for 23% compared to the same period last year (exports from Kazakhstan - 32.6 billion dollars, imports to Kazakhstan - 8.6 billion dollars). In 2023, trade turnover increased by 3.5%, amounting to 41.4 billion US dollars.The volume of European investments into the economy of Kazakhstan since 2005 amounted to 180 billion dollars.More than 3,000 companies with European capital operate in Kazakhstan. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/907826

Since the beginning of the year, about 560 billion tenge has been allocated from the republican budget for the payment of state social benefits (hereinafter referred to as GSP) for disability and survivor's loss. In addition, social payments for disability and loss of breadwinner in the amount of about 73.4 billion tenge were made from the State Social Insurance Fund (hereinafter referred to as the GFSS).As of December 1, 2024, the number of recipients of GSP for disability is about 539.5 thousand people, in case of loss of the breadwinner – about 188.3 thousand people.The amount of state social benefits for disability depends on the group and cause of disability, as well as on the minimum subsistence level established by the law "On the Republican Budget" for the relevant fiscal year.The amount of state social benefits for the loss of a breadwinner depends on the number of dependents of the deceased breadwinner, the cause of death, and the minimum subsistence level.In addition, participants in the compulsory social insurance system receive social security payments from the State Social Insurance Fund in the event of social risks. Thus, as of December 1, 2024, 101.1 thousand people received social benefits for disability, and about 67.2 thousand families received social benefits for loss of breadwinner. The amount of payments is individual and depends on: the average monthly income from which social contributions were made to the State Social Insurance Fund over the past 2 years, disability coefficients, the number of dependents, length of service in the compulsory social insurance system and income replacement. These payments are made in addition to similar benefits paid from the national budget.Starting from January 1, 2024, the amount of state social benefits for disability and loss of breadwinner has been increased by 7% due to an increase in the subsistence level. According to the decision of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the amount of payments from the State Social Insurance Fund for disability and loss of breadwinner was also increased by 7%.So, this year, the size of the GSP for disability from a common disease is 95 496 tenge for group 1, 76 397 tenge for group 2, 52 089 tenge for group 3.As of December 1, 2024, the average amount of social benefits for disability is 59,826 tenge, for loss of breadwinner – 64,619 tenge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/907205

Astana, December 21, 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko met with Ambassador of the Italian Republic to the Republic of Kazakhstan Marco Alberti on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission in Kazakhstan. During the meeting Deputy Minister expressed deep gratitude to Italian diplomat for his efforts to strengthen Kazakh-Italian strategic cooperation, emphasizing the significant contribution to organizing the official visit of President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Italy last January, as well as intensification of trade and economic relations (since 2021 the trade turnover has increased from 10 to 17 billion US dollars).The fruitful work of the Ambassador in conducting visits to Kazakhstan by members of the Italian Government, opening the Italian Cultural Center in Almaty, building up an active dialogue in the field of higher education, launching direct flights between Italy and Kazakhstan, as well as a number of other important events was also noted. For contribution to the development of bilateral relations, Marco Alberti was awarded the Letter of Appreciation from President of Kazakhstan along with the “Barys” badge. In turn, Italian Ambassador conveyed gratitude to the Kazakh side for its continuous support and warm welcome, and expressed hope for the ongoing strengthening of Kazakh-Italian strategic cooperation. At the end of the meeting, Deputy Minister wished his interlocutor success and new heights in his future endeavours.Italy is one of the largest trading partners of Kazakhstan with a share of 14.4% in the total volume of foreign trade turnover in 2023. In January-October 2024, bilateral trade reached 17.4 billion US dollars (exports - 16.4 billion, imports - 1 billion). Since 2005, the volume of foreign direct investment from Italy to Kazakhstan has amounted to over USD 7.6 billion.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/907076

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Algiers, December 18, 2024 – During a ceremony at El Muradia Palace, President of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune received credentials from the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Anuarbek Akhmetov.President Tebbun expressed a gratitude to the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev for the decision to open the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Algeria, conveyed to him warm greetings and wishes of success in his activities, and prosperity and well-being to the people of Kazakhstan.The President of Algeria expressed an interest in strengthening political contacts at the highest level, building up trade and economic cooperation, and developing humanitarian projects.The Ambassador conveyed greetings and best wishes to the Head of the Algerian state on behalf of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, expressed interest in implementing mutual visits at a high and highest level, the readiness of the Kazakh side to intensify cooperation in all mutually beneficial areas.In conclusion, the President of Algeria wished success to the new ambassador, recommended him to hold meetings with members of the Government of the country, and announced his readiness to support and promote Kazakhstan-Algeria cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/906241

As of December 1, 2024, 411.3 thousand people from 77.6 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 purpose of the TSA is to bring a 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. As of December 1 of this year, an additional payment was made to 128.8 thousand preschool children from among the recipients of the TSA in the amount of 5.0 billion tenge.;- promoting employment through employment, providing grants to families motivated to start their own business, sending them to advanced training courses (if necessary), and others.Currently, Kazakhstanis can apply for an ASP appointment 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/906206

The results of sports achievements in 2024 were summed up in the Almaty region and the Khan Taniri award ceremony was held. The ceremony was organized at the Konaev House of Culture."Our region is known not only in the country, but also abroad for its sporting achievements. Therefore, we pay special attention to the issues of financing, organizing the preparation process and strengthening the material and technical base. This tradition will be continued in the future," said Marat Sultangaziev, Akim of the Almaty region.The Khan Tangiri Award was presented in eight nominations: "Best Athlete", "Best Coach", "Best Sports Club", "Best Sports Institution", "Best Sports Federation", "Best Sports District" and "Best Sports Club".180 to the award ceremony. The event was attended by athletes, coaches, sports veterans, specialists and journalists. At the end of the year, the winners were awarded badges, certificates of honor from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Akim of the Almaty region and the regional Department of Physical Culture and Sports, as well as cash prizes. Olympic participants: stand-up artists Asem Orynbai, Eduard Yeshchenko, Maria Dmitrienko and Nikita Chiryukin.In 2024, more than 16 billion tenge was allocated from the regional budget for physical education and sports development. This financial support included 242 leading athletes, whose scholarships range from 51,000 to 500,000 tenge.At the end of the year, athletes from the Almaty region won 2,258 medals, 789 of them gold. This is one of the best indicators in Kazakhstan. During the year, the region has trained 5 international-class masters of sports, 46 masters of sports and 1,189 candidates for masters of sports.Special attention in the field is paid to mass sports. Since the beginning of the year, 4,557 sporting events have been organized, 41.4% of the population is engaged in physical education.In order to train young athletes, there are 25 sports schools for children and teenagers, which have more than 23 thousand students. Children and teenagers train in 67 sports.< There are 1,891 sports facilities operating in the Almaty region today. In 2025, it is planned to build 15 more new facilities, and design estimates for four sports buildings are being developed.The award ceremony was organized by the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Almaty region and the Regional Center for Physical Culture and Sports. Education and sports development.The position of the Almaty region in the sports field is being strengthened and continues to educate a new generation of champions, training athletes at a high level and developing infrastructure.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/906059

Astana, December 19, 2024 – Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu had a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan Sirodjiddin Muhriddin.During the conversation, the ministers discussed the state and prospects for further development of bilateral cooperation, as well as cooperation within regional and international organizations. The readiness to fully contribute to strengthening the strategic partnership and alliance between Kazakhstan and Tajikistan was confirmed.The schedule of events at the highest and highest levels in 2025 was also reviewed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/906113