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

The house at 215 Lenin Street is now decorated with a portrait of B.Mailin, created in honor of his 130th anniversary. The Ural has become a symbol of recognition and respect for the creative heritage of the writer, significant for the entire Kazakh people.The event was attended by intellectuals, schoolchildren, residents of the city and direct descendants of the famous writer.As part of the event, excursions to the B.Mailin gymnasium school, a performance by the school theater group with the production "Bi-aganyn biigi", as well as the awarding of the winners of the "Mailin Readings" competition were held. We express our gratitude to the company "QC holding" and all those who participated in the creation of this art object.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/883611

Astana, 13 November 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov and Deputy Chairman of the Board of JSC “NC “Kazakh Invest” Madiyar Sultanbek held a meeting with the CEO of Mitsubishi Corporation in Kazakhstan Tetsuya Sugita.During the talks, Kuantyrov stressed that Kazakhstan’s new investment policy aims to develop high-value-added industries with an emphasis on further exports. In this regard, advanced Japanese technologies can strengthen human and technological capabilities.During the meeting, representatives of Mitsubishi Corporation presented their corporate strategy 2024, aimed at sustainable development and reducing the carbon footprint. During the meeting, the Kazakh side was presented with such promising projects as the creation of infrastructure for the use of hydrogen technologies and the development of solutions in the field of renewable energy. In this regard, the importance that the company attaches to energy innovations, digital transformation, and high-tech production is fully consistent with Kazakhstan’s goals for developing a low-carbon economy.The parties discussed key areas for cooperation in sustainable development, including introducing advanced technologies and implementing projects in the energy sector, infrastructure, and industry. Mitsubishi Corporation representatives expressed interest in expanding the company’s presence in Kazakhstan and implementing new initiatives to support the region’s sustainable development. On the sidelines of the C5+Japan business forum, Mitsubishi Corporation signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Central Asia Climate Foundation and Rakurs Tech LLC.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to develop cooperation, taking into account the company’s global initiatives in energy and digital transformation.For reference: Since 1993, Mitsubishi Corporation has opened three representative offices in Kazakhstan. Over the years, the corporation has participated in the implementation of several investment projects: “Rehabilitation of highways in Western Kazakhstan,” “Reconstruction and improvement of water supply in Kyzylorda,” “Supply of equipment for the repair of railway tracks,” etc. According to the head office in Tokyo, the corporation supplied 30 thousand tons of steel pipes with increased corrosion resistance to Tengizchevroil and AktobeMunaiGas companies. As part of its human resource development activities, Mitsubishi Corporation sponsored the opening of several KBTU educational and scientific laboratories equipped with modern equipment.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/883597

Brussels, November 12-13, 2024 – First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Akan Rakhmetullin took part in the European Union Conference on disarmament and non-proliferation.The event was also attended by high-level representatives of the European External Action Service, the European Commission, the United States, China, Great Britain, France and other countries, as well as the heads of the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs, the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research, the Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation, the IAEA, the CTBTO, leading scientific, educational institutions and international analytical centers.Speaking as Chairman of the second session of the Preparatory Committee for the 2026 NPT Review Conference, A. Rakhmetullin noted that, despite the existing challenges, the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT) remains the fundamental and universal mechanism for nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation, as well as a key forum for discussing these issues. He noted that the integrity of the Treaty is vital for ensuring global peace and security.Expressing hope for maintaining a responsible collective approach in the work of the final Preparatory committee next year, the Kazakh diplomat stressed that this would create the basis for a successful Review Conference on the Implementation of the 2026 NPT, where specific and meaningful recommendations are expected to be adopted.The conference participants noted the solid international legal framework in the field of nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament, stressed the importance of observing the principles of multilateralism and maintaining a constant dialogue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/883600

The XI Republican scientific and practical conference with international participation "Priority areas of rehabilitation and balneology" is being held in Astana. The event discusses the introduction of new methods of rehabilitation, diagnosis and rehabilitation of neurological disabling diseases, the use of innovative technical means of rehabilitation and many others. During the discussion, experts from different countries positively assessed the ongoing work on the development of rehabilitation in Kazakhstan.The conference is organized by the NGO "Association of Rehabilitologists and Balneologists" together with the National Scientific Center for the Development of the Social Protection sector of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan and is held in a hybrid format (offline/online). The event was attended by Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan Svetlana Zhakupova, Deputy Chairman of the Board of the Kazakhstan Khalkyna Foundation Lyazzat Chinkisbayeva, Deputy of the Mazhilis of Parliament Dinara Naumova, domestic and foreign (Great Britain, Germany, Greece, Italy, Russia) experts in the field of rehabilitation, specialists of sanatorium institutions, representatives of NGOs, and also companies producing medical and specialized equipment and medicines.In her welcoming speech, Svetlana Zhakupova noted that today 732 thousand people with disabilities live in Kazakhstan (hereinafter referred to as LSI). The deterioration of the environmental situation, the high morbidity rate of parents (especially mothers), a number of unresolved socio-economic, psychological, pedagogical and medical problems contribute to an increase in the number of children with disabilities, of which there are more than 110 thousand."The Head of State has set the Government the task of improving the quality of life of LSI and forming an inclusive society in which every member is given equal opportunities in all spheres of life.The Republic is implementing a National plan to ensure the rights and improve the quality of life of people with disabilities until 2025. The Ministry, together with the expert community, taking into account the recommendations of the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, has developed a draft Concept of an inclusive policy until 2030. Its main innovation is the creation of conditions for the transition from a medico-social to a socio-human rights model of disability. The document provides for the adoption of a set of effective measures aimed at creating the necessary conditions for the full-fledged social integration of people with special needs into society.Rehabilitation is one of the most important aspects in the process of improving the quality of life of people with disabilities. This is a complex of medical, psychological, pedagogical, socio-economic measures aimed at eliminating or fully compensating for the limitations of life caused by a health disorder," Svetlana Zhakupova said.The Minister noted that a multidisciplinary approach, including medical, social and pedagogical areas of work, is important in the rehabilitation of children.The head of the Ministry of Health also spoke about the ongoing work in the framework of the implementation of the Social Code."A project has been launched to send children with disabilities to sanatorium treatment in accordance with individual rehabilitation and habilitation programs.From 2025, the social security system will switch to per capita financing of special social services (hereinafter referred to as SSS) with the involvement of private business. This measure will expand the network of organizations providing special social services and bring them to remote rural settlements.In addition, licensing of organizations providing SSAS is being introduced from 2025. This will ensure their compliance with standards and protect the rights of people with special needs.A digital diary of rehabilitation of children with disabilities at home is also being introduced. This decision will make it possible to track the dynamics and the achieved effect of rehabilitation measures," Svetlana Zhakupova said. The Minister stressed that technical means of rehabilitation (hereinafter referred to as TSR) play a huge role in the complex of rehabilitation measures and in the daily life of people with special needs. Thanks to the Social Services Portal, LSI is given the opportunity to independently choose rehabilitation equipment and their suppliers. At the same time, control over the quality of the TSR provided has been strengthened. "This year, together with the Kazakhstan Khalkyna Public Foundation, we have launched pilot projects "Needs assessment and selection of TSR" and "Rehabilitation of children with disabilities at home." Within the framework of these projects, children with disabilities are provided with innovative TSR for rehabilitation activities at home. In a short period of time, parents of children and specialists have noted positive dynamics: someone has learned to stand, someone is sitting confidently. I hope that these projects will be successfully implemented and further scaled up in all regions of the country," Svetlana Zhakupova said.In turn, Deputy Director General of the National Scientific Center for the Development of the Sphere of Social Protection of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Chairman of the Board of the Association of Rehabilitologists and Balneologists Sholpan Bulekbayeva spoke in detail about these pilot projects."The main objectives of the projects are: compliance with the principle of individuality and the selection of the right TSR; providing children with disabilities with high-quality, effective, safe and scientifically based TSR aimed at improving the quality of life of children with disabilities; the introduction of technologies that provide children with disabilities with independent living skills, including career guidance, the organization of accompanied day employment.To date, 73 children are engaged in individually selected technical means of rehabilitation. Specialists monitor classes through a special mobile application," the speaker noted.Within the framework of the two-day conference, 7 panel sessions will be organized, during which experts will discuss a wide range of issues. These include the introduction of innovative TSR, diagnosis and rehabilitation of neurological diseases, the use of botulinum therapy and orthotics, effective methods in balneology and rehabilitation: from nutritional to psychological support, modern approaches in neurodevelopment, the role of NGOs and patient organizations in rehabilitation.During the discussion, experts from different countries positively assessed the ongoing work on the development of rehabilitation in Kazakhstan."I would like to note the rapid pace of development of the state, including infrastructure, high technologies and innovations, as well as the deep interest of government officials in the development of the social sphere and further modernization. We have a rich experience of cooperation between Greek doctors and rehabilitation specialists in Kazakhstan, when patients achieved successful results after surgical interventions in Greece and subsequent intensive rehabilitation in Kazakhstan, which indicates a high level of development of the rehabilitation and social sector in the country," said the CEO of Global Medical Top Partners (Greece) Sam Awad."Over the past five years, I have noted the dynamic development and support of an individual approach to the needs of people with disabilities from both the relevant Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan and responsible market participants. A Social Services Portal has been developed and implemented, the TSR classifier has been revised and updated, constant work is underway to introduce advanced techniques and innovative products, eliminate bureaucratic barriers, and put the interests of people with disabilities at the forefront of all processes," said Andrey Finogenov, head of business development at the international prosthetic and orthopedic concern Ottobock.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/883091

Since the beginning of the year, pensions in the amount of 3 trillion 118.2 billion tenge have been paid from the republican budget, of which 982.2 billion tenge has been allocated for the payment of a basic pension, and 2 trillion 136 billion tenge for a solidarity pension.As of November 1, 2024, the number of pensioners is 2 million 421 thousand people.The average amount of the total pension as of November 1, 2024 amounted to 131,730 tenge, including the amount of the solidarity pension – 89,122 tenge, the basic pension – 42,608 tenge.Starting from July 1, 2018, the state basic pension payment is assigned to each recipient individually, taking into account his experience of participation in the pension system.At the same time, the length of service in the pension system includes the length of service worked out in the solidarity system as of January 1, 1998, as well as the periods for which mandatory pension contributions were paid (hereinafter - OPV).So, if the length of service in the pension system is 10 years or less, and also in its absence, the amount of the basic pension is 65% of the subsistence minimum, then for each year over 10 years its size increases by 2%. For example, if you have 20 years of experience, the basic pension will amount to 85% of the subsistence minimum. With an experience of 30 years or more, it is set at a maximum amount of 105% of the subsistence minimum.If in one month OPV has been transferred to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund several times, the period of participation in the accumulative system is one month.Thus, the more regularly and in full mandatory pension contributions are paid, the greater the amount of the basic pension payment upon reaching retirement age.In turn, the amount of pension payments by age depends on the length of service as of January 1, 1998 (at least 6 months are required) and the average monthly income received in the pre-retirement period.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/882920

Karaganda, 12 November 2024 – During a working visit to the Karaganda region, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Kuantyrov and Managing Director of JSC “NC “Kazakh Invest” Azamat Kozhanov visited several large regional enterprises, including the facilities of the Saryarka SEZ, where they discussed topical investment issues.Thus, during a visit to the site of Linde Gas Kazakhstan LLP’s investment project, the delegation got acquainted with the production cycle of air separation plants producing technical gases and discussed the potential for further expansion of the company’s activities in Kazakhstan. The company, founded in 2009, specializes in producing industrial gases such as oxygen and nitrogen. The amount of previously implemented projects is about 200 million US dollars.Next, the delegation visited the metallurgical plant of the largest Kazakh steel and mining company, Qarmet JSC, where the operation of the blast furnace and the functioning of the hot-dip galvanizing and aluminizing workshop were demonstrated. In addition to its main activities, Qarmet has also implemented several projects in the social sphere, in particular, a park was built in Temirtau, and work began on the restoration of the tram infrastructure. During the meeting with the company’s CEO, Vadim Basin, the parties discussed the company’s plans to increase production and production capacities, solve logistical issues, and expand investment activities.During the visit, Kuantyrov got acquainted with the activities of Polymet Solutions Corporation LLP, which specializes in producing mill linings. The plant was launched in 2020, and its products are currently actively exported to neighboring markets. Earlier in 2024, the OKUMA high-precision milling processing center was put into operation at the enterprise’s site. At the meeting with the facility’s management, plans for the development of production, including a project for the construction of a foundry, were discussed.The Deputy Minister also got acquainted with the activities of the geomembrane production plant of Altyn Arna Geosynthetics LLP, launched in 2021 and exporting products to Russia and Kyrgyzstan, as well as the construction site of the ferrosilicon aluminum production plant of Qaragandy Power Silicon LLP.In addition, on the territory of the Saryarka FEZ, the delegation, Deputy Akim of the region Yermek Alpysov, and the management company discussed issues of providing the necessary infrastructure and power supply to the FEZ. They also discussed the current problematic matters of production regarding obtaining permits, infrastructure issues, and issues related to the sales market. It was decided to consider several matters with further submission to the Investment Headquarters.As a result of the visit, the delegation met with Akim of the Karaganda region, Ermaganbet Bulekpayev, to discuss the necessary measures for further developing the industry in the region and attracting investments.For reference: The Karaganda region continues to develop actively, attracting domestic and international investors to implement investment projects to strengthen the region’s economy, diversify industries, and create jobs. Thus, within the framework of the national pool of investment projects in 2023, 24 large investment projects with a total value of 141.5 billion tenge were implemented to create more than 2,000 jobs. In 2024, it is planned to implement ten projects worth 214.2 billion tenge, creating about 2,400 jobs. In 2025, it is planned to launch eight investment projects in the food industry, energy, metallurgy, construction, and agriculture. The total volume of the pool of investment projects in the Karaganda region is about 1.3 trillion tenge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/882774

Minister of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of the Republic of Kazakhstan Svetlana Zhakupova held a meeting with deputies of the Majilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan. It was also attended by representatives of the Presidential Administration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the meeting, issues of determining the level of a difficult life situation and providing social support measures to families with children were discussed.The Minister demonstrated the possibilities of a Digital Family Card, which allows, based on data from the information systems of state bodies, to determine the level of social well-being and promptly provide state support measures to citizens in need in a proactive format."Currently, social policy, including support for motherhood and childhood, is being formed in several central government agencies and implemented at the local level. Our main task is to improve the conditions and improve the quality of life of the family," said Svetlana Zhakupova.Askar Aimagambetov, Director of the Department of Social Assistance of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan, informed the participants of the meeting about the comprehensive model of social assistance and social insurance for families with children. According to him, currently about 2 million Kazakhstani families with children are covered by benefits from the republican budget and social benefits from the State Social Insurance Fund (hereinafter referred to as the State Social Insurance Fund), which are assigned regardless of family income. This year, more than 1.5 trillion tenge has been allocated for these purposes (of which 750 billion tenge from the republican budget, 807 billion tenge from the State Social Insurance Fund)."If at the basic level the state guarantees a one-time allowance for the birth of a child to both working and non-working parents at the expense of the republican budget, then a monthly allowance for child care is provided for non-working parents until they reach the age of one and a half years. The amounts of these types of benefits are set in a differentiated form, depending on the order of birth of the child.This sizing has influenced the change in the structure of benefit recipients. Thus, the share of recipients of benefits for the birth of 4 or more children increased from 12.7% in 2013 to 32.4% on November 1, 2024.Similarly, if in 2013 the share of recipients of benefits for caring for 4 or more children was 17.6%, then on November 1, 2024 it is up to 35%. Thus, almost every third child is born in a large family," Askar Aimagambetov said.Two types of social benefits from the State Social Insurance Fund are provided for working parents: in case of loss of income for pregnancy and childbirth, as well as for caring for a child up to one and a half years old.In addition, it provides for subsidizing mandatory pension contributions to women who take care of a child before the age of 1.5 years in the amount of 10% of the average monthly income.To support families raising children with disabilities, an allowance is provided for raising a child with disabilities until they reach adulthood (the amount of the allowance is 1.61 PM – 69,886 tenge). As of November 1, more than 109 thousand people received benefits in the amount of 77.3 billion tenge. In total, 91 billion tenge is provided for these purposes in 2024.Today, more than 585,000 families are recipients of benefits for large families, the amount of which is determined based on the number of children. The introduction of the current benefit payment mechanism is one of the reasons for the increase in the number of recipients by more than 2 times, from 252 thousand families in 2019 to 585 thousand families on November 1, 2024.Within the framework of the Social Code, the amount of benefits for mothers awarded the Altyn Alka pendant, who gave birth and raised 7 or more children, was increased. It should be noted that in comparison with 2019, the number of newly appointed recipients of this benefit has a positive trend. So, if 6,900 people were appointed in 2019, then 11,762 women will be appointed in 2023.Thus, in our country, mothers with many children raising minor children have the right to receive several payments at the same time.At the same time, ensuring employment and increasing incomes of the population are key areas of work of the Ministry of Labor."In order to provide social protection against unemployment, the state implements active measures to promote employment, which include: vocational training, promotion of entrepreneurial initiative, creation of subsidized jobs for employment of socially vulnerable groups of the population. This year, as of November 1, 2024, more than 31.1 thousand people from large families were employed within the framework of approved regional employment maps.Recall that persons who have been trained under the Bastau Business project from among socially vulnerable groups of the population are provided with grants for the implementation of new business ideas in the amount of up to 400 MCI (1,476,800 tenge). As of November 1, 63.2% of the total number of 8,941 grants issued were given to large families," Askar Aimagambetov said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/882560

Astana, November 12, 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Roman Vassilenko, received the Chargé d'Affaires of Poland in Kazakhstan, Michał Łabenda.During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues, including deepening bilateral cooperation in political, trade and economic, parliamentary, cultural, and educational spheres.The Deputy Minister praised the active efforts of the Polish diplomat since his recent appointment to Astana and expressed confidence in the further strengthening of the successful cooperation between the two countries.As part of strengthening the political dialogue, the parties reviewed the implementation of the agreements reached during the meeting between Foreign Ministers Murat Nurtleu and Radosław Sikorski on the sidelines of the 79th UN General Assembly session in New York (September 24, 2024) and during the Kazakh-Polish inter-ministerial consultations held in Warsaw (October 22-23, 2024).The diplomats emphasized particularly fruitful trade and economic relations, as evidenced by the presence in Kazakhstan of well-known Polish companies such as “Polpharma” (pharmaceuticals), “Selena Group” (building chemicals), and “Stokson” (confectionery), among others. Furthermore, an agreement was reached to continue preparations for the 10th meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, scheduled for 2025 in Astana (the co-chairs are the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Economic Development and Technology of Poland).Łabenda expressed particular interest in expanding cultural ties and proposed organizing concerts and films in Kazakhstan.Significant attention was also devoted to strengthening connections in the fields of education and science. It was noted that Poland is a popular destination for Kazakh students, with over 3,000 currently studying in the country. Moreover, about 20 Polish language teachers are employed in secondary and higher educational institutions in Kazakhstan, enhancing cultural and academic ties between the two countries.In his turn, Vassilenko expressed support for the Polish side’s initiatives and emphasized a commitment to the development of comprehensive cooperation. He also congratulated the Polish diplomat on Poland’s Independence Day, celebrated on November 11, and extended best wishes for continued prosperity and well-being to the people of Poland.Reference: Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Poland from January to September 2024 amounted to 852.8 million US dollars. In 2023, trade turnover reached USD 1.23 billion. Foreign direct investment from Poland totaling USD 447.8 million since 2005. Currently, 140 companies with Polish capital are operating in Kazakhstan, including Polpharma (Santo), Selena, Stokson, and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/882410

As of November 1, 2024, 582.8 thousand Kazakhstanis were covered by active employment promotion measures. 457.8 thousand people were employed, of which 277.3 thousand were permanently employed.180.5 thousand people were employed in subsidized jobs, of which: 15.4 thousand for social jobs; for youth practice –30.5 thousand; for public works – 106.2 thousand; for projects "First workplace" – 9.2 thousand, "Contract of generations" – 409 people, "Silver Age" – 18.8 thousand people.52.3 thousand unemployed people have been covered by online training on in-demand skills in the labor market, of which 47.4 thousand have completed their studies.54.2 thousand people were also trained in the basics of entrepreneurship under the Bastau Business project, 35.4 thousand of them completed and received certificates.In order to choose the field of activity, 183.5 thousand people underwent social career guidance.In addition, since the beginning of this year, 8,941 grants have been issued to socially vulnerable categories of the population in the amount of up to 400 MCI (1,476,800 tenge) for the implementation of new business initiatives. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/882077

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In October, 123.7 thousand vacancies and 106 thousand resumes were posted on the Electronic Labor Exchange (hereinafter – EBT). Compared to the previous month, the activity of search and hiring decreased: the number of vacancies decreased by 9% (13 thousand), and resumes – by 13% (16.5 thousand). The decline in activity is explained by a decrease in supply and demand in the field of education, probably due to the completion of staffing in educational institutions.However, as in September, the transition to the heating season caused an increase in demand for workers in the maintenance and operation of thermal and boiler equipment.So, last month the number of vacancies for boiler room operators increased (+5,9 thousand), boiler room machinists (+1,1 thousand), and boilermakers (+969). High demand for such specialists was observed in West Kazakhstan (2.9 thousand vacancies), Aktobe (1.3 thousand) and Zhambyl (974) regions.A noticeable increase in demand was also recorded for such professions as livestock breeders and animal care workers, which is especially important at the stage of preparation for the winter period in animal husbandry.By region, employers from the Karaganda region (9.5 thousand vacancies, or 8% of the total), as well as from Almaty (9.3 thousand, or 7.5%), West Kazakhstan region (9.2 thousand, or 7.5%) and Astana (8.1 thousand, or 7%).At the same time, the total number of vacancies in October decreased in the following regions: Almaty (-44%, or -3.9 thousand), Zhetisu (-37%, or -1.6 thousand) and Astana (-34%, or -4.1 thousand).The imbalance between supply and demand remains an acute problem in some regions. Thus, 2.5 thousand resumes were registered in the East Kazakhstan region with 5.5 thousand vacancies, in North Kazakhstan - 2 thousand resumes for 4.1 thousand vacancies, and in Pavlodar – 3.4 thousand resumes with 6.5 thousand vacancies.There is still an excess of resumes in Shymkent, Kyzylorda and Turkestan regions, which exceeds the number of vacancies by 54%, 48% and 47%, respectively.High salaries in October were offered to chief builders (on average 679 thousand tenge), chief technical specialists (about 565 thousand tenge) and flight safety engineers (about 554 thousand tenge).At the same time, the highest salaries were expected by applicants applying for the position of director of investment projects (on average from 2 million tenge), head of the automated production management system department (about 1.8 million tenge) and combine harvester (1.2 million tenge).Overall, EBT activity decreased in October, especially in the field of education. At the same time, the beginning of the cold period caused an increase in demand for employees of the heating production system.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/881235

Riyadh, November 11, 2024 – Deputy Prime-Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu participated in the joint Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit focused on resolving the Palestinian issue and stabilizing the situation in Lebanon.During the event, representatives of the member states discussed the current geopolitical situation, challenges, and threats facing the Islamic world, including the ongoing developments in the Middle East.In his speech, Minister Nurtleu emphasized the importance of OIC’s active involvement in ensuring peace and stability in the countries of the Muslim Ummah in the region, and urged OIC and Arab League participants to develop concrete proposals for the prompt resolution of ongoing conflicts.The head of Kazakh Foreign Ministry particularly highlighted that the international community must not forget the important role of UN peacekeeping missions in the Golan Heights, Lebanon, and other parts of the world.In this context, it was noted that attacks on UN peacekeepers and diplomatic missions are unacceptable and represent a grave violation of international and humanitarian law.The head of the Kazakh delegation also called on OIC member states to utilize the potential of the Islamic Organization for Food Security and support the Organization’s fundraising initiative to provide food assistance to affected Palestinian people.During the Summit, the Kazakh Foreign Minister held bilateral meetings with the foreign ministers of Brunei, Erywan Yusof; Guinea-Bissau, Carlos Pinto Pereira; Kuwait, Abdullah Ali Al-Yahya; Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev; Mali, Abdoulaye Diop; Morocco, Nasser Bourita; Oman, Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi; Saudi Arabia, Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and Tunisia, Mohamed Neffati; on which parties discussed current issues of bilateral cooperation in the political, trade-economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres.For reference: The first Extraordinary Arab and Islamic Summit was held on November 11, 2023, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Following the meeting, a final resolution was adopted, and a Ministerial Gaza Contact Group was established, whose main task is to facilitate the cessation of hostilities in Gaza and ensure the protection of the Palestinian people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/881199

Astana, 11 November 2024 – Starting from November 18, 2024, Kazakhstan is implementing updated visa regulations aimed at creating favorable conditions for business immigrants, skilled professionals, and travelers.The new measures include:– “B9” Visa – for representatives of sought-after professions, which allows further registration of a residence permit;– Digital Nomad Visa – a single-entry electronic or multiple-entry paper visa for IT specialists, allowing long-term residence;– Neo Nomad Visa – a tourist visa for “neo-nomads” granting extended stays for those with a verified monthly income of at least 3,000 US dollars.– The required documentation for a business visa “C5” has been significantly reduced, and the minimum duration of marriage for family reunification visas has been shortened from three years to one.These measures aim to improve the investment climate, foster international collaboration, attract skilled professionals, and enhance Kazakhstan’s appeal as a tourist destination.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/880989

On November 11, 2024, the 22nd round of international negotiations on the settlement of the situation in Syria within the framework of the Astana process began in Astana.11 delegations arrived in the capital of Kazakhstan to participate in it. The group of negotiators from the Syrian Government is headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriate Affairs Ayman Raad, from the Syrian opposition – Ahmad Toma.The meeting is also attended by delegations of the guarantor countries: Russia - headed by the Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation for the Syrian settlement Alexander Lavrentiev, Turkey – headed by the Director General of Bilateral Political Relations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan Mustafa Yurdakul, Iran – headed by the Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran for Special Political Affairs Ali Asghar Haji.Representatives of Jordan, Lebanon and Iraq, as well as international organizations – the United Nations, the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the Red Cross - are present as observers at the talks.As previously reported, bilateral and trilateral consultations of delegations will be held on November 11-12 this year, following which a plenary session and a press conference of the heads of delegations will be held.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/880805

Astana, November 11, 2024 – First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Akan Rakhmetullin met with Brazilian Federal Deputy – Chairman of the Interparliamentary Friendship Group “Kazakhstan-Brazil” Claudio Cajado during his visit to Astana to participate in the first meeting of the Kazakh-Brazilian Interparliamentary Friendship Group.Rakhmetullin familiarized the Brazilian deputy with the progress of political and socio-economic reforms in the Republic of Kazakhstan, and also spoke about the main priorities of our country’s foreign policy in the context of the global agenda and interaction on international platforms. He also stressed that Brazil remains an important partner of Kazakhstan on the South American continent and expressed confidence that the interparliamentary dialogue is a key link in political cooperation between the two countries and gives a powerful impetus to the entire complex of relations between Kazakhstan and Brazil.In turn, Cajado acquainted the Kazakh diplomat with the current political, socio-economic situation in Brazil and the latest trends in the South American region. At the same time, the Federal Deputy highly appreciated Kazakhstan’s achievements in the international arena, including its key role in the Central Asian region. The agenda of the talks also included issues of increasing trade and economic cooperation between the two countries in the context of the successful holding of the sixth inter-ministerial political consultations in Brasilia, as well as the third meeting of the Kazakhstan-Brazil Business Council in Porto Alegre this year. During the conversation, an agreement was reached on close cooperation between the two countries within the framework of the international conference on climate change COP30, which will be held in Brazil in 2025.During the meeting, the parties discussed topical issues of the upcoming first meeting of the Kazakhstan-Brazil Friendship Group and agreed to provide mutual support for the development of political interaction through the expansion of ties between the legislative bodies of both countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/880747