Brussels, February 13, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Roman Vassilenko, held a series of meetings with representatives of key European Union institutions to discuss the prospects for deepening Kazakhstan-EU cooperation and strengthening regional partnerships in Central Asia.Discussions focused on priority areas of collaboration, including transport and infrastructure projects, sustainable development, energy partnerships, and the resilience of supply chains.During meetings with Luc Devigne, Deputy Managing Director of the European External Action Service (EEAS), and Viviane Loonela, Chief of Staff to the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, the sides addressed bilateral cooperation, emphasizing political dialogue, economic collaboration, and preparations for upcoming joint events.Key upcoming engagements were discussed, including the EU-Central Asia Ministerial Meeting in Ashgabat, the first EU-Central Asia Summit in Samarkand, and the Astana International Forum to be held in the first half of 2025.Both sides expressed mutual interest in further strengthening engagement in strategically significant areas, such as critical raw materials, green energy, and transport corridors, including the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route.“The timing of these meetings in Brussels is significant given the broad scope of our cooperation, the dynamic nature of our relations with the EU, the evolving foreign policy priorities of the new European Commission, and the rapidly changing geopolitical landscape,” noted Vassilenko. “The substantive and positive nature of the discussions reinforces our confidence in the long-term development of our mutually beneficial partnership.”Further discussions on regional development and infrastructure projects were held with Pēteris Ustubs, Director for International Partnerships at the European Commission, and Lucie Shestakova, Chief of Staff to the EU Commissioner for International Partnerships. The meetings explored joint projects aimed at developing transport corridors, modernizing logistics networks, and promoting sustainable energy and digital solutions.Energy cooperation and supply chain resilience were also in focus of the discussion. The sides exchanged views on advancing green energy initiatives, including the expansion of renewable energy sources and cooperation in low-carbon technologies.In a meeting with Olof Skoog, EU Special Representative for Human Rights (who assumes the role of Deputy Secretary-General of the EEAS from March 1), discussions centered on stability and security in Central Asia, as well as the constructive cooperation on the rule of law and humanitarian initiatives. Kazakhstan reaffirmed the importance of multilateral collaboration in these areas and expressed readiness to strengthen coordination with the EU.During a meeting with Giusi Princi, Chair of the European Parliament Delegation for Relations with Central Asia, plans were outlined for expanding interparliamentary cooperation between Kazakhstan and the EU. She welcomed Kazakhstan’s ongoing reforms under the leadership of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, recognizing their significance for democratic development and greater transparency in governance.They paid special attention to enhancing parliamentary dialogue, including experience-sharing and maintaining active engagement on key bilateral and regional issues. In this context, both sides stressed the importance of regular meetings and stronger parliamentary diplomacy mechanisms to advance joint initiatives and align legislative approaches.The meetings reaffirmed the commitment of Kazakhstan and the EU to further strengthen dialogue and expand practical collaboration across various sectors. Both sides expressed their readiness to continue working on joint initiatives, laying the groundwork for a sustainable and long-term partnership.For reference: The European Union is Kazakhstan’s largest trade and investment partner, accounting for approximately one-third of Kazakhstan’s foreign trade and accumulated foreign direct investment (FDI). Trade turnover in 2024 amounted to 48.7 billion dollars, with Kazakhstan’s exports at 38.1 billion and imports at 10.6 billion (+36.7%). FDI from EU countries in the first three quarters of 2024 totaled 6.4 billion US dollars.Kazakhstan is the first country in Central Asia to sign an Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement (EPCA) with the EU, covering 29 areas of cooperation, including international and regional security, trade, investment, infrastructure development, innovation, culture, sports, and tourism.More than 3,000 companies with European capital operate in Kazakhstan, including major multinational corporations such as Shell, Schneider, Eni, Total, Air Liquide, Alstom, Siemens, and others. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/937860

A meeting of the regional commission for social partnership and regulation of social and labor relations was held in the regional center. It was attended by representatives of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kazakhstan, headed by Chairman Satybaldy Dauletalin, as well as heads of government agencies, employers and trade unions of Kostanay region.Main issues on the agenda:•Implementation of the Presidential Decree on the Year of Working Professions;•Prevention of occupational injuries;•Wage arrears and measures to eliminate them.The development of working professions is a priority of state policyOne of the key areas was the discussion of the Year of Working Professions, announced by the President of Kazakhstan. The development of the vocational education system and the creation of modern conditions for the training of specialists is an important step towards strengthening the country's human resources potential. Government agencies, employers and trade unions should work closely together to achieve these objectives.Safe working conditions and timely payment of wages are the key to stabilityAnother important issue of the meeting was ensuring safe working conditions and reducing occupational injuries. Representatives of the State Labor Inspectorate presented statistics on the situation in the region and measures taken to improve it.Special attention was paid to the problem of wage arrears. As Akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov emphasized, this issue is under constant control. Employers are responsible for the timely payment of salaries, and government agencies continue to work systematically to eliminate arrears.The role of trade unions in protecting workers' rightsThe governor of the region noted that trade unions should operate in all labor collectives – a reliable tool for protecting workers' rights. Compliance with labor laws, decent pay and safe working conditions are the foundation of social stability."Trade unions are not only the protection of labor rights, but also a mechanism for dialogue between employers and employees. It is important that they are present in all organizations and enterprises, acting as a guarantor of social justice," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Following the meeting of the commission, instructions were given to strengthen control over the labor rights of employees, develop the trade union movement and reduce wage arrears. The issues of protection of labor rights and social guarantees will remain among the key areas of work of the regional authorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/937921

At the 2025 Asian Games, the Kazakhstan men's ski team won a bronze medal in the 4x7.5 km relay. The national team included two representatives of the Kostanay region - Nail Bashmakov and Vladislav Kovalev.The Kazakhstan skiers demonstrated a high level of training and a worthy fight, losing only to the strongest rivals from China and Japan. This is further proof that the domestic school of winter sports is successfully developing, and our athletes are capable of showing high results in the international arena.The Akim of the Kostanay region congratulated his fellow countrymen on their well-deserved award:"You showed excellent technique, endurance and team spirit. Your medal is a source of pride not only for the region, but for the whole country. I wish you new victories and great achievements!"The Kostanay region is rightfully proud of its skiers, who have been among the strongest in the country for many years. The region continues to develop sports infrastructure and support talented athletes, creating conditions for training new champions.We congratulate our skiers on the bronze medal and wish them further victories!Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/937273

A new service has been introduced in the Kostanay Regional Hospital — remote medical consultations. This is a significant innovation that allows residents of remote settlements to receive qualified medical care without leaving their district.The service was launched at the end of 2024 and already in January 2025, specialists of the regional hospital conducted 13 online consultations. Most often, patients consulted a urologist and a neurologist, but all specialists in the therapeutic and surgical fields have the opportunity to receive a consultation. It is important to note that this year, scarce specialists — a hematologist and an allergist — arrived at the hospital, which expands the possibilities of medical care.How does an online consultation work?Remote consultations are conducted only for patients who have already had an initial offline appointment. The doctor prescribes examinations that the patient undergoes at his district clinic, and then transmits the results — tests, images — in electronic format. Based on them, the specialist conducts an online consultation, most often via the WhatsApp messenger.– This is especially convenient for elderly patients and those who do not have the opportunity to travel to the regional center often, – notes the head of the outpatient clinic Saule Mendykulova.Saving time and moneyRural residents have already appreciated the benefits of the new service. For example, Svetlana Klein, a resident of the Fyodorovsky district, notes that remote consultation significantly simplifies the process of receiving medical care:– For us, every trip to Kostanay means additional expenses and physical exertion, especially for the elderly. Now you can simply send the results of examinations and receive doctor's recommendations online, – Svetlana shares.Additional medical servicesThe regional hospital is also expanding the range of available medical examinations. Now patients are offered comprehensive diagnostic programs Check-up in cardiology, neurology, endocrinology, urology. All examinations are carried out within one day, and the patient receives the results and recommendations immediately.In addition, a minor surgery service is planned to be launched in the near future, which will allow a number of medical issues to be resolved on an outpatient basis, without the need for a long hospital stay.For detailed information on remote consultations, diagnostic services and appointments, please contact the registry of the Kostanay Regional Hospital or the unified patient support service.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/937668

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Ankara, 12 February 2025 – Kazakhstan and Türkiye held bilateral consultations on consular affairs in Ankara, chaired by Azamat Aubekov, Director of the Consular Service Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Ali Murat Başçeri, Director General of the Consular Services Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye. Representatives from competent authorities of both sides also participated in the discussion.The consultations, conducted in a spirit of constructive dialogue, focused on key areas of mutual interest. Delegates engaged in comprehensive discussions aimed at strengthening mechanisms for safeguarding the rights and interests of citizens of both countries, expanding the legal-treaty framework governing consular relations, and addressing other pressing bilateral matters.Participants underscored the significance of such high-level engagements in fostering deeper brotherly ties between Kazakhstan and Türkiye. They emphasized that regular consultations serve as a vital platform for enhancing interagency coordination and advancing pragmatic cooperation between consular authorities.Concluding the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their shared resolve to deepen collaboration across the full spectrum of consular affairs. Sides further agreed to maintain the momentum of bilateral dialogue by convening consular consultations on a regular basis, underscoring their commitment to exploring new avenues for partnership in service of mutual prosperity and citizen welfare.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/936926

Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov met with students of the KRU named after Akhmet Baitursynuly, students enrolled in a dual degree program implemented jointly with the University of Minnesota. This is one of the examples of government support for young people, which allows them to obtain an international diploma without going abroad.The President of the country instructed to build the educational system in such a way that young people could receive high-quality education in Kazakhstan. This reduces the financial burden on families and prevents the leakage of valuable personnel. Kostanay region has implemented this approach, opening up opportunities for world-class higher education in its native region.During the meeting, the mayor stressed that the region is actively developing in three key areas:• Mechanical engineering – launch of the KIA automobile plant, construction of a localization center for automotive components.• Ferrous metallurgy – Kamlit plant and construction of a hot briquetted iron plant in Rudny.• Processing of agricultural products – the construction of a factory for deep processing of wheat, which will create products with high added value.All of these productions are high-tech and require qualified specialists in the field of software, digitalization and automated systems. That is why students studying under the dual degree program in the field of IT will be in maximum demand at new enterprises in the region. Career prospects and decent wages are opening up for them.Kostanay region continues to work on creating favorable conditions for young people, from quality education to stable employment. Today's students are the future of the region's economy, and we are doing everything so that they can realize their potential in their native land.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/936864

London, February 11, 2025 – Kazakhstan and the United Kingdom continue to steadily expand their bilateral strategic dialogue and cooperation. Having marked a symbolic anniversary on January 19 – the 33rd year since the establishment of diplomatic relations – the two countries held the 8th meeting of the Kazakhstan-UK Strategic Dialogue in London on February 11. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko and UK Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Stephen Doughty chaired the meeting.The delegations discussed key issues of cooperation in politics, economy, investment, energy, environment, culture, education, and security. They also reviewed the ratification process of the Strategic Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, which was signed in April last year. Additionally, they held an in-depth exchange of views on regional and international issues of mutual interest.Roman Vassilenko welcomed the high level of political dialogue and effective communication between the two countries’ foreign ministries, which contribute to the steady deepening of multifaceted cooperation. He highlighted that the outcomes of events held in 2024 – including the meeting between Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on the sidelines of the COP29 climate conference in Baku – reflect a shared commitment to strengthening mutually beneficial partnerships. In this regard, the Strategic Dialogue placed a special emphasis on further expanding trade and investment ties, business cooperation, and maintaining productive cultural and people-to-people contacts.As part of the meeting, a MoU on Cooperation was signed between the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Kazakhstan and the UK’s Gangmasters and Labor Abuse Authority (GLAA). This agreement aims to strengthen cooperation between the relevant agencies of both countries in protecting the labor rights of Kazakh citizens temporarily working in the UK, as well as facilitating the exchange of information, expertise, and best practices in labor rights protection.During his visit to London, Deputy Minister Vassilenko also met with Nusrat Ghani, First Deputy Speaker of the UK House of Commons, to discuss the prospects for developing inter-parliamentary dialogue. Additionally, he held a series of working meetings with representatives of the British expert community, including the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS).For reference: The Kazakhstan-UK Strategic Dialogue is an institutional mechanism for bilateral cooperation. Since 2013, its meetings have served as an effective platform for reviewing key areas of the bilateral relationship and exchanging views on regional and international agendas.The United Kingdom is one of Kazakhstan’s largest investors, with total investments exceeding 18 billion US dollars. Around 550 companies with British participation currently operate in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/936221

Tashkent, February 10, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Alibek Kuantyrov, and Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kairat Torebaev, held a meeting with Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Laziz Kudratov.During the meeting, the issues of expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation, industrial cooperation, logistics, as well as creating conditions for simplifying trade procedures and increasing the volume of product supplies to the markets of the two countries were discussed. A special attention to mechanisms for attracting investment, including an exchange of views on improving the investment climate and creating favorable conditions for business was paid.The parties reviewed the progress in implementing the agreements reached following the state visit of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, to Astana in August 2024. In this context, measures to develop joint projects in industry and trade, as well as strengthen interaction in the field of investment cooperation were discussed. The parties also paid attention to the upcoming bilateral and multilateral high-level events scheduled for the year 2025.The Kazakh delegation visited several manufacturing plants, including Technopark LLC, Tashkent Plast Polimer and BMB Holding. These plants are focused on the production of high-tech and competitive products for supply to the domestic and foreign markets.Following the meeting, the parties confirmed their intention to continue cooperation in the designated areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/936252

Astana, February 11, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Kazakhstan Nauman Bashir Bhatti.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of Kazakh-Pakistani cooperation, noting with satisfaction the positive dynamics of high-level contacts last year.The Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized the importance of implementation of previously reached agreements aimed at further development of bilateral cooperation in trade-economic and transit-transport spheres.Special attention was paid to priority sectors such as agriculture, health care and pharmaceuticals. In this regard, the importance of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade-Economic, Scientific-Technical and Cultural Cooperation was emphasized, contributing to the strengthening of interaction between the countries.The two sides also reviewed the schedule of upcoming events on the highest and high levels.For his part, the Pakistani diplomat reaffirmed readiness for close cooperation with the Foreign Ministry of Kazakhstan to deepen bilateral ties.Following the talks, an agreement was reached on the continuation of joint work and expansion of areas of cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/935974

Астана, 10 февраля 2025 года – Первый заместитель министра иностранных дел Республики Казахстан Акан Рахметуллин встретился с новым представителем Фонда ООН в области народонаселения (ЮНФПА) в Казахстане Чинве Огбонна, которая была назначена на эту должность в январе 2025 года.В ходе встречи стороны обсудили ключевые аспекты сотрудничества, связанные с вопросами гендерного равенства, улучшения услуг здравоохранения и социальных услуг в Казахстане.Приветствуя представителя фонда ООН, А.Рахметуллин отметил, что благодаря активным усилиям ЮНФПА Казахстан добился значительных успехов во внедрении лучших мировых практик в защите репродуктивного здоровья, перинатального ухода и планирования семьи, а также активного долголетия.Со своей стороны, Ч.Огбонна выразила готовность оказывать дальнейшую поддержку и содействие Казахстану в реализации национальных стратегий и программ в вопросах демографии и здравоохранения.По итогам встречи стороны договорились укреплять партнёрство и развивать сотрудничество по приоритетным направлениям в рамках международной и национальной повестки.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/935992

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Astana, February 10, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev held a meeting with Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia Mochamad Fadjroel Rachman.During the conversation, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation in a wide range of areas of mutual interest and reviewed the schedule of highest- and high-level events planned for the current year.“Indonesia is one of Kazakhstan’s key partners in Southeast Asia. Astana seeks to further strengthen political dialogue as well as trade and economic relations with Jakarta. Last year, the volume of bilateral trade increased by 5% to 300.5 million US dollars, and we firmly believe that both sides will jointly use the existing potential to further expand mutual trade through diversification,” Deputy Minister Bakayev noted.For his part, the Indonesian diplomat agreed on the importance of continuing to deepen cooperation in various areas on the bilateral and multilateral track.In addition, the diplomats exchanged views on current issues on the global and regional agenda, and discussed interaction within the framework of multilateral structures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/935556

On February 9, 2025, the Kazakhstan national short track team made history by winning the first gold medal in this sport at the Asian Games in Harbin. In the 5000-meter relay, the national team of Kazakhstan demonstrated a high level of training, tactical skill and team spirit.Pride of the Kostanay regionOne of the key participants in this triumph was Gleb Ivchenko, a graduate of the Kostanay short track school, a master of sports of international class, originally from the city of Rudny. A young, but already titled athlete, he showed a brilliant result as part of the national team, proving that Kazakhstan is capable of competing with the strongest teams in Asia.The athlete's coach is Nikolay Nikolaevich Fedorenko, under whose leadership Gleb has achieved outstanding results and continues to improve his skills.Development of winter sports in the regionAkim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov congratulated Gleb Ivchenko and the entire team on this historic achievement on his Instagram page, noting that the region pays special attention to the development of winter sports. Today, the region has 3 ice palaces, a speed skating stadium, 36 ski resorts and 77 hockey rinks. The immediate plans include the construction of indoor hockey rinks in rural areas and the provision of all district centers with modern sports infrastructure.Kazakhstan on the way to new heightsAt the 2025 Asian Games, 10 athletes from Kostanay region defend the honor of Kazakhstan, demonstrating a high level of training. Gleb Ivchenko's victory is not only his personal success, but also the merit of the entire team, the coaching staff and the athletes' training system.This triumph is further confirmation that Kazakhstani sports are moving forward. We are proud of our athletes and are confident that new victories on the world stage await them!Photo: Sali Sabirov, press service of the NOC of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/934446

Updating the bus fleet and improving the quality of passenger transportation is an important task for creating a comfortable urban environment. Today, Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov inspected a new batch of buses delivered to the region.To date, there are 289 buses in the regional center, 85 of which have been in operation for more than 7 years. To upgrade the fleet, 113 new buses have been leased in recent years, and 4 more units (2 Yutong buses and 2 double–decker buses) were purchased for cash last year.The work on updating the transport continues. This year, contracts have been signed and payments have been made for the purchase of 28 new buses. Of these, 15 have already been received and were presented today, 10 more are expected on February 14, and the remaining 3 – in June this year.In addition, 18 more new buses are planned to be purchased this year with 100% subsidization. 2.1 billion tenge has been allocated from the budget for these purposes to subsidize socially significant routes.It is important to note that when updating the fleet, the wishes of the residents were taken into account – large-capacity buses were purchased. This will reduce travel intervals and make trips more comfortable.As a result of the measures taken, the share of public transport with a service life of less than 7 years will increase by 14% to 71%. This will significantly improve the quality of passenger transportation in Kostanay and its suburbs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/933032

Today, the board of departments of construction, architecture and urban planning, passenger transport and highways, as well as energy and housing and communal services was held under the chairmanship of Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov. During the meeting, the results of 2024 were summed up and priority areas for 2025 were outlined.Construction industry: volume growth and new approachesThe construction industry remains one of the key sectors in the region's economy. In 2024, the volume of construction work increased by 25% and amounted to 315.3 billion tenge. 500 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned, which allowed 5,000 families to get new apartments.The development of the construction industry is closely linked to the use of local materials. The production of building materials in the region amounted to 51.6 billion tenge, showing an increase of 3.6%.New architectural and design solutions are being introduced in the construction of budget housing, aimed at improving the comfort of residents at minimal cost. Special attention will be paid to the improvement of courtyard areas. Landscaping standards have already been developed, which will become mandatory for developers.Affordable housing for residents of the region• Kostanay Zhastary program – 250 young families have been provided with housing for three years, the program will continue in 2025.• Mortgage lending – the volume of loans issued increased by 17%, the number of depositors of Otbasy Bank reached 85.4 thousand people.• Rental housing – in 2024, 18 billion tenge was allocated for its purchase, which allowed the purchase of 940 apartments. In 2025, 20 billion tenge is planned for these purposes, which will provide housing for 1,000 waiting lists and will allow the sale of 250 loan apartments.Development of road infrastructureIn 2024, the budget of the road industry increased by 27% and amounted to 93.5 billion tenge. At the expense of these funds:• 1,300 km of highways and 382 streets in 103 settlements have been repaired.• Work has been completed on 80 access roads to villages for 38 billion tenge.For comparison, three years ago, only 20 access roads were repaired in the region, and today this figure has almost quadrupled.Special attention was paid to the villages:• Ashutasty village (Arkalyk) – 11 out of 13 streets were repaired (85%).• Bolshaya Churakovka village (Altynsarinsky district) – 8 out of 18 streets were renovated (44%) in two years.• Fedorovka village (Uzunkol district) – 8 out of 13 streets were put in order (47%), the rest are included in the plans.Reconstruction of republican highways• The repair of the highway from Arkalyk to the border with Ulytau region is being completed, which will shorten the route from Uzbekistan and the southern regions of Kazakhstan to Russia by 400 km.• Reconstruction of the Sarykol–SKR border road and the Uzunkol–Troebratnoye section is being completed.• In 2024, the repair of the Bestobe road – the border of the Aktobe region - will begin, which residents of the Kamystinsky district have been waiting for for a long time.Design and estimate documentation is being developed for the reconstruction of Arkalyk Airport. After the upgrade, its capacity will be 70 passengers per hour, and flights to Kostanay and Astana are scheduled to resume.Housing and communal services: modernization of networks and new projectsThe following projects are planned for 2025:• 39 projects for the modernization of utility networks for 6 billion tenge.• Applications have been submitted for 55 billion tenge for the implementation of 76 projects.• By 2029, the wear of heating systems should decrease to 40% (currently 45.4%), which has already reduced emergency situations by 20%.Water supply• In 2024, 7.7 billion tenge was allocated for 40 water supply projects.• 42 billion tenge is expected to be financed for 59 projects, which is twice the volume of the previous year.• The share of villagers with centralized water supply increased from 61.5% to 68.9%.• The state subsidizes 96% of the cost of water, due to which the tariff for residents is 55 tenge per 1 cubic meter instead of the real 1,342 tenge.Gasification• The design of the Kostanay –Borovskoye gas pipeline has begun, which will provide natural gas to 24 thousand people.• In 2024, 5 projects worth 1.2 billion tenge are being implemented, as a result, the gasification level of the region will increase to 60.4%.LightingThis year, 15,000 lamps and 4.3 thousand poles will be installed on the streets of settlements, which will provide lighting for 992 km of roads.Renewable energy5 large renewable energy projects worth 580 billion tenge with a total capacity of 1 GW are being implemented in the region. This:• 1 solar power plant• 1 gas piston station• 3 wind farmsAfter their launch, the volume of electricity production in the region will increase 10 times and will fully cover the needs of the region.In 2024, 14.7 billion tenge was allocated for the improvement of towns and villages (+34% by 2023). The funds will be used for parks, playgrounds, lighting, renovation of facades and demolition of dilapidated housing.The course towards sustainable developmentThe Head of State set the task of full self-sufficiency in electricity, infrastructure development and improving the quality of life of citizens. Kostanay region is already addressing these issues by allocating resources to modernize housing and communal services, improve the road network, build affordable housing and introduce renewable energy sources.Work in these areas will continue in 2025 with increased funding and investment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/934034

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Astana, February 6, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Ibragimov.During the meeting, the parties praised the gradual growth of bilateral political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian ties, and exchanged views on the international and regional agenda.In addition, the diplomats discussed issues of coordination and interaction at the multilateral platforms such as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Organization of Turkic States, the Economic Cooperation Organization, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia, and “Central Asia +” Dialogue Platforms.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/932956

Astana, February 6, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received the Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to Kazakhstan Hamzeh Mahmoud Yousef Al-Omari.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation in political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.Particular attention was given to the intensification of efforts to develop mutual trade. In this context, the results of the 5th session of the Kazakhstan-Jordan Intergovernmental Commission were noted.The diplomats also expressed their appreciation for multilateral cooperation within the framework of international organizations and exchanged views on current issues on the global agenda.At the end of the meeting, the interlocutors reviewed the schedule of mutual visits and events at the highest and high levels planned for this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/933037

Zagreb, February 6, 2025 – Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Croatia Daulet Batrashev presented his Letter of Credence to the President of the Republic of Croatia Zoran Milanović.Accepting the credentials, the President of Croatia stressed that “Kazakhstan is the country’s most important partner in the Central Asian region,” with relations built on a solid foundation.Following the official ceremony, the Kazakh diplomat informed the President of Croatia on the current economic and political situation in Kazakhstan, as well as on the large-scale reforms initiated by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The two sides also exchanged views on key issues on the international agenda.Both parties highlighted the friendly nature of relations between Kazakhstan and Croatia, emphasized the importance of maintaining a consistent approach to strengthening political dialogue, and stressed the need to fully utilize the economic and transit-transport potential of both countries.At the end of the meeting, held in a cordial atmosphere, President Milanović conveyed his best wishes to President Tokayev and the people of Kazakhstan, and wished Ambassador Batrashev a successful diplomatic mission.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/933315