In the parking lot at the Saltanat Saraya building, responsible specialists checked the readiness of emergency response services for emergencies in the region, the press service of the akim of the region reports.The traditional meeting was attended by Akim of the region Serik Shapkenov, who personally visited emergency rescue facilities, where he got acquainted with inventory and special equipment.In order to inform about the metrological situation in the city of Atyrau and in all districts of the region, a siren sounded at 11:00 a.m., an operational headquarters of the exercises was established in the Department of Emergency Situations. Currently, events are being organized on the signal "Dabyl-1001", "Kargyn-2002", "Uzilsiz-3003".In total, 252 personnel and 131 pieces of equipment are involved in the exercises. By the winter season, 281 units of necessary special equipment and 14,968 tons of inert material have been prepared in the region.The practical part of the exercises will be held on November 22 on the territory of the KGP "Su Arnasy Atyrau region" and along the highway of republican significance "Atyrau-Uralsk".Participants of the two-day exercises at life support facilities in winter will undergo special tactical exercises to eliminate an emergency situation. An algorithm for planning and organizing an operational rescue service and rapid response will also be worked out.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/887825

Akim of the region Serik Shapkenov took part in the exhibition, organized in the region for the first time, and met with masters of applied arts. It featured products made of wood, genuine leather, felt, sewing and knitted products, various statuettes, the press service of the akim of the region reports.During the event, the head of the region noted that he was always ready to support initiatives aimed at popularizing national art, and instructed to hold such exhibitions on an ongoing basis.– The preservation of ancestral crafts is our main goal. I would like to express my gratitude to the masters who continue traditional art, despite the fact that modern technologies and materials are being created at the demand of time. Your work, passing on the legacy of your ancestors to future generations, is very significant. Each of your creations embodies and awakens our national spirit. May our legacy never disappear. I instruct you to expand the horizons of such festivals, to hold them annually, as well as specialized master classes," S. Shapkenov said."Zhaiyk brand fest" is organized in order to develop crafts, increase the tourism potential of the region and provide employment for the population. The event, which takes place in the Exhibition Hall on Abulkhair Khan Avenue, will last until November 23. Starting tomorrow, the products will be offered for sale.At the end, the masters of applied arts were awarded and received cash prizes in the following nominations:- Wood products;- Genuine leather products;- Products of national quality;- Products made of national felt;- Sewing products;- Products of national textiles and embroidery;- Sculptural products.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/888314

The Majilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan approved the draft Law"On ratification of the Agreement on mutual Recognition of bank Guarantees in the implementation of state (municipal) procurement."The agreement was developed to implement Strategic directions for the development of Eurasian economic integration until 2025.For participation in public procurement of one Member State, bank guarantees issued by resident banks of another Member State will be recognized.The agreement also defines the requirements for banks to issue bank guarantees, approaches to forming a list of banks, as well as maintaining a register of bank guarantees.The ratification of the document will ensure unhindered access of potential suppliers of the Union countries to mutual participation in public procurement, as well as strengthen economic cooperation on a long-term and stable basis.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/887124

The Majilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan approved the draft Law "On ratification of amendments to Article 1 of the Agreement on the Establishment of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, allowing for a limited and gradual expansion of the geographical coverage of the bank's operations to sub-Saharan Africa and Iraq."The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD, the Bank) is an international financial organization whose activities are aimed at supporting and developing countries with economies in transition.The Bank has come up with a proposal to expand its operations to sub-Saharan Africa and Iraq.The expansion of the EBRD's activities to new countries will not reduce the Bank's ability to maintain current operations, nor will it affect its obligations and sustainability.Given that Africa and the Mediterranean are rapidly growing regions and have close economic ties with the EBRD's countries of operation, the Bank's initiative is economically justified and consistent with its strategic goals.The amendments were approved by the Board of Governors in 2023.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/887713

The Majilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan approved the draft Law"On the ratification of amendments to paragraph 1 of Article 12 of the Agreement on the Establishment of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development in order to abolish the statutory capital restriction on ordinary operations."The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD, the Bank) is an international financial organization whose activities are aimed at supporting and developing countries with economies in transition.In order to make operational decisions and plan its lending activities, the EBRD initiated the transfer from the Board of Governors to the Board of Directors of the authority to establish an appropriate level of capital adequacy standards.Capital adequacy ratios regulated at the Board of Directors level will increase the efficiency and flexibility of the Bank's capital use.The amendments were approved by the Board of Governors in 2023. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/887757

The Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Madi Takiyev, presented the draft law "On the Republican budget for 2025-2027" in the Senate of the Parliament of Kazakhstan. During the discussion of the bill, a number of amendments were made that support the development of infrastructure in the regions. In this regard, it was decided to return the law to the Mazhilis with amendments proposed by senators.The document was developed on the basis of the Forecast of socio-economic development of the country until 2029. Revenues for 2025 will amount to 21.7 trillion tenge with an increase of 1.2 trillion tenge compared to the current year's plan. The deficit will decrease to 1.9% of GDP by 2027.Budget expenditures, taking into account revenues and deficits, are planned for 2025 with an increase of 1.7 trillion tenge compared to the previous year and will amount to 25.8 trillion tenge."During the discussion of the bill in the Senate of the Parliament, a number of amendments were made. Additionally, expenses are provided for the provision of clean drinking water, the development of gas supply systems, heat and electricity, transport infrastructure, ICI, regional development, as well as the implementation of the Auyl - el Besigi project. The budget remains socially oriented. It is planned to allocate 9.8 trillion tenge to the social sphere in 2025, with an increase of 871 billion tenge by the current year. The share of total expenditures in 2025 will amount to 38%," Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Madi Takiev stressed.Thus, expenses in the amount of 6 trillion tenge are provided for social security and social assistance to citizens, taking into account the indexation of social benefits and an increase in the number of recipients of payments.In 2025, the cost of education will exceed 1 trillion tenge.Healthcare expenditures for 2025-2027 will amount to 7.6 trillion tenge, of which in 2025 – 2.5 trillion tenge with an increase of 188 billion tenge compared to the current year. In general, the volume of expenditures on the GOBMP in 2025 is planned in the amount of 1.6 trillion tenge. The CSHI provides 675 billion tenge, of which 668 billion tenge is allocated to pay state contributions.The expenses of the republican budget for the development of tourism and sports in 2025 are planned in the amount of 141 billion tenge, for culture and information – 165 billion tenge.Next year 7.5 trillion tenge will be allocated to support the regions at the expense of the republican budget.It is planned to allocate 568 billion tenge for the development of the transport industry in 2025.139 billion tenge is provided for effective water resources management with an increase of 53 billion tenge or 61% compared to the current year.The expenses of law enforcement agencies in 2025 will amount to 2.7 trillion tenge. Thus, measures to ensure the defense and security of the state, the protection of law and order and the maintenance of internal stability will be implemented in full."The Senate adopted a set of amendments providing for additional funds in many key areas. A large amount of funds is provided for the social sphere, the uniform development of regions and business promotion. So, next year 2.1 trillion tenge is allocated to support the real sector of the economy. Of these, in accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, the development of the agro-industrial complex has been strengthened. In 2025, 635 billion tenge is provided for this direction with an increase of 30% compared to the current year. I would like to emphasize that social spending remains a priority area of expenditure. Significant additional funds have been allocated for healthcare, education and support for citizens," concluded Madi Takiev, Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/887948

The Kyzylorda region is experiencing a positive change in macroeconomic development indicators. This was reported by the region's akim Nurlybek Nalibayev at a visiting briefing of the Central Communications Service in Kyzylorda.The head of the region reported on the work done and upcoming projects."Today, thanks to the special support of the President and the Government, the region's budget has exceeded KZT 744 billion. Two years ago, it was KZT 364 billion. The growth was 204.4%. 55.4% of our budget is directed to the social sphere. The region's development budget has increased by 3.6 times over the past 2 years.517 billion and 500 million tenge are planned for investments this year. We raised 478 billion and 300 million in 10 months. 74% of these are private investments," the regional akim said.The cost over the past two years amounted to KZT 19.6 billion. 22 investment projects were launched. This year, 13 projects are planned in the manufacturing industry worth KZT 10.7 billion. To date, nine projects have been put into operation. Geological studies in the Eastern and Western sections of the sedimentary basin of the island will be completed by the end of this year. This year studies of the Syrdarya Basin began.Furthermore, on the initiative National Company “KazMunaiGas”, the drilling of a well with a depth of 5.5 kilometers has commenced at the Torgay Paleozoic field. The South Oil Company is preparing to commence the design process for the unconventional production of shale oil and commence operations in the upcoming year.Efforts are underway to diversify the economy through industrial development. Industrial production, which had been on a downward trend due to oil depletion over the past decade, has begun to exhibit positive dynamics since September.The regional governor has halted at the glass factory.The glass factory, launched in 2022, produces stable products, 70% of which are exported to the domestic market, 30% to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Georgia and Russia. Since the launch of the plant, 28 million 700 thousand square meters of glass have been produced for KZT 37 billion 100 million. The glass factory will be producing 5 million square meters of energy-saving glass annually as a project launched by a foreign investor for US$15 million. In the industrial zone «Ondiris» started to create adjacent enterprises around glass plant. In particular, the value of Aina Glass partnership is KZT 1 billion 500 million, and construction began on a project to produce mirrors with annual capacity of 720 thousand square meters. In addition, "Horn glass" with German technology costs KZT 220 million per year for projects on the production of bottles and expansion of tempered glass production (double-glazed windows) with annual capacity of 22,600 square meters, the corresponding land plot was allocated, design work began, said N. Nalibayev.In the metallurgical industry, development of lead-zinc and vanadium mines Shalkiya and Balasauskandyk continues. By 2030, the country plans to increase share of renewable energy sources in energy balance from current 4.5% to 15%. There are 9 solar power plants operating in the region with capacity of 89 MW. Three of them are large stations built with participation of foreign investors.This year 3,761 entrepreneurship projects financed from all sources amounted to KZT 63.523 billion. As a result, share of entrepreneurship in economy this year will reach 21%.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/886711

This was stated by the Akim of the Kyzylorda region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, during a briefing at the Central Communications Service.One of the main goals arising from the President’s Address to the people of Kazakhstan is to attract domestic and foreign investment. This year, KZT 478.3 billion has been achieved out of the planned KZT 517.5 billion in 10 months. Over the past three years, 35 investment projects worth KZT 30.3 billion were launched.“It is important to emphasize that the indicator associated with the region has consistently exceeded the planned values over the past two years. In 2022, the indicator was set at KZT 373.5 billion, but according to the work done, the plan was exceeded by 10.6%, and the indicator amounted to KZT 413.3 billion. Last year, the indicator was set at KZT 424.2 billion and the plan was exceeded by 21%. That is, KZT 513.7 billion in investments were attracted, said N.Nalibayev.Kyzylorda took first place among the regions in terms of the growth rates of indicators, fulfilling the planned indicators. KZT 42 billion was attracted in investment. The necessary raw materials were transported from abroad, especially from Russia and Uzbekistan. Since the start of the plant, 28.7 million square meters of glass were produced out of KZT 37.1 billion. 70% of products were sent to the domestic market and 30% were exported to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Georgia, and Russia. Currently, about 400 people are employed at the plant.To attract investment, develop production cooperation, and implement new projects, leaders of foreign companies and diplomatic representatives visit the region and organize meetings. There are many reasons to assume that the region has become a favorable location for investors.Among major investment projects in Kyzylorda is the new Korkyt Ata Airport terminal, built with sponsorship from the Bulat Utemuratov Foundation. The construction of a 240-megawatt thermal power plant, funded by Turkish company Aksa Energy, is underway.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/886720

This was announced by Nurlybek Nalibayev during a briefing in the Central Communications Service.Comprehensive measures are being taken in the Syr region to develop and diversify agriculture. In the next 3 years, 43 billion tenge were allocated by the state to support the agricultural sector. Over the past 2 years, $20 billion. More than 300 million tenge of investments have been attracted.Thanks to government support, the machine and tractor fleet is being updated. Over three years, 680 units of equipment were purchased for 20.9 billion tenge. This year, 8 billion. 250 units of agricultural machinery were imported for 800 million tenge, the machine and tractor fleet was updated by 5%.This year, $ 6.8 billion. 11 tenge investment projects worth $ 6 billion. 400 million are planned. 9 projects worth tenge have been implemented. The remaining 2 projects will be commissioned by the end of the year. This had a positive effect on the annual increase in gross agricultural output, this year this figure amounted to 229 billion dollars. enough to tenge.This year, farmers have planted crops on 189 thousand 400 hectares. The main crop rice was sown on 85 thousand 600 hectares, 58 quintals of harvest were obtained from each hectare, about half a million tons of rice (496.4 thousand tons) were harvested.According to statistics, as of September 1, 2024, $ 28.7 million was allocated from the region. 52.9 thousand tons of agricultural products were exported from the dollar, which is 142.9% more than in the same period last year. The products have been shipped to 17 countries around the world. Compared to last year, rice exports increased by 166.9%.92.1% of exported products, i.e. 48,725.7 tons – fig. The cheese pearl was shipped to Russia, Belarus, Azerbaijan, Tajikistan, Ukraine, Mongolia, Uzbekistan and Iraq.Recall that in recent years cheese makers have leveled 55 thousand hectares of rice fields with a laser. As a result, he saved water and increased productivity by 30 percent.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/887094

This was stated by Akim of Kyzylorda region Nurlybek Nalibayev during a briefing in the Central Communications Service.In accordance with the instruction of the Head of State, a major project is being implemented in the country to activate the work of thermal power plants. There are $215 billion in Kyzylorda.The construction of a new thermal power plant with a capacity of 240 megawatts per tenge is in full swing."With the direct support of the president, today the investor - the Turkish company Aksa Energy - invested 127 billion tenge in the construction of the heating center. The center will be handed over for the benefit of the country in September next year. The construction process is under the direct control of the Head of State and the Government. The new thermal power plant is the largest, unprecedented project invested in the investor's finances over the years of independence," the head of the region said.After the commissioning of the new facility, 773 employees will work in a modern building equipped with advanced technologies.38 projects in tenge are being implemented in the direction of providing electricity to the population of 11 billion dollars.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/887101

This was announced by Akim of Kyzylorda region Nurlybek Nalibayev during a briefing in the Central Communications Service."Thanks to the support of the head of state and the government, in 9 months of this year, the volume of construction work amounted to $ 173 billion. 830 million in general, intensive construction work has been carried out in the Kyzylorda region over the past 2 years," the head of the region said.Within the framework of the "concept for the development of housing and communal infrastructure for 2023-2029", 864 thousand square meters of housing are planned to be commissioned from all sources of financing. This year, 39.1 billion tenge is provided from the budget for the construction of housing and the purchase of ready-made apartments from private developers, more than 2.5 thousand apartments will be commissioned by the end of the year.As part of the national project, the construction of 21 residential buildings for 1,154 apartments is underway. It is planned to purchase 1,819 apartments for socially vulnerable segments of the population, 135 apartments instead of emergency houses. To date, 780 apartments have been purchased for these groups. Over the past two years, about 4 thousand apartments have been transferred, and the housing issue of 17 thousand residents has been resolved.The volume of housing construction increased by 126%, from 683 thousand square meters in 2022 to 741 thousand square meters in 2023, it is planned to increase by 864 thousand square meters by the end of the year.In the construction sector, 134.8 billion tenge has been allocated for the implementation of 189 projects this year. Including 85 projects to attract engineering and communication infrastructure, 36 educational facilities, 22 health facilities, 13 cultures, 14 sports, 1 public order, 1 mobilization training, 3 government buildings, 21 residential buildings with 1,154 apartments.Since the beginning of the year, the "Arts Center", "Blood Center", "Table Tennis Center", "Palace of Schoolchildren" and "cozy school" with 900 seats on the left bank have been put into operation in Kyzylorda. The construction of a new stadium, the building of the innovation and creative center, and the music college has begun. In all districts there are a museum, a library, an archive, a wedding hall, centers for veterans and mothers, youth, "centers of spirituality" of a typical type, uniting representatives of civil society and historical, cultural, spiritual organizations, 9 outpatient clinics and 2 paramedic obstetric stations, a hospital in the village of Tasparyk of Zhanakorgan district, in the village of Saksaul of the Aral Sea in the district, in the village of Zhanakorgan, a "school house" and 3 comfortable schools are rented.In addition, this year, design and estimate documentation for 17 facilities has been developed at the expense of sponsors.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/887106

This was stated by Akim of Kyzylorda region Nurlybek Nalibayev during a briefing in the Central Communications Service.16 billion 600 million tenge has been invested in the terminal within the framework of social responsibility of the Bulat Utemuratov Fund. $4 billion has been allocated from the local budget for the engineering and communication infrastructure of the airport, the construction of highways, landscaping, lighting. More than 300 million tenge has been allocated. The new facility, which meets international requirements, has CIP waiting rooms for domestic and international flights, transit passengers, an automatic baggage delivery system, a Duty Free zone, retail outlets, a medical center, a cafe, worship services, luggage storage, rooms for mother and child. In the two-storey building, 250 passengers per hour are served by 10 passport control booths.It should be noted that Korkyt Ata Airport has achieved good results in passenger and cargo transportation over the past 9 months. In January-September, 264,506 passengers were served at the airport, which is 20% more than in the same period last year. In addition, during this time, the number of flights reached 1,420. This confirms the steady growth of the Korkyt Ata Airport and the high activity of air transportation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/887113

This was announced at a briefing in the Central Communications Service by Akim of Kyzylorda region Nurlybek Nalibayev."Since last year, 6 schools for 1,720 places have been built in the region, 4 schools for 1,850 places, which were transferred for the benefit of the country. In 2024, 3 new schools and 5 extensions to schools were built and put into operation.One of the first schools built within the framework of the national project "comfortable school", a new microdistrict was opened in the regional center," N.Nalibayev said.It should be noted that the first of 21 schools in the city of Kyzylorda, built according to the national project "Comfortable School", accepted students. Currently, the construction of 9 schools for 6,000 places is in full swing. The cost through the Fund "Support for Education Infrastructure" amounted to $ 8 billion. 400 million. A physics and mathematics boarding school for gifted children with 400 places is being built. In addition, the Center for Innovative Creativity is being built at the expense of the regional budget.In addition, this year, with the sponsorship of the KazGerMunai company, $ 2.5 billion was allocated in the city of Kyzylorda. The "Palace of Schoolchildren" with 350 seats in a modern style was commissioned. Souths Oil has sponsored $4.8 billion. A new music college building is being built in Tenge. The facility will be completed in 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/887129

The XII International Exhibition of Books and Printing "Along the Great Silk Road-2024" has started in Almaty. The event was organized with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the International Exhibition Company Atakent-Expo and the Association of Publishers, Printers and Book Distributors of Kazakhstan.The event is attended by writers, publishers, printing companies and libraries from Kazakhstan, Germany, Russia, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Iran.The purpose of the exhibition is to popularize modern books, strengthen the Kazakh book industry, exchange experience between market participants, as well as support domestic producers in the national book market. The event also contributed to the development of cultural and business ties between publishing, printing and bookselling companies from different countries, the expansion of international cooperation and the introduction of modern technologies in book publishing, printing and book distribution.Within the framework of the exhibition, presentations of new publications of leading Kazakhstani publishers such as Atamura, Almatykitap, Mektep, Arman-PV, Daryn, Adal Kitap and Smart University were held. Special attention was drawn to the presentation of the collection of poems "Balbaltas" by the famous poet, winner of the International Literary Award "Alash" Maraltai Rayymbekuly.The international exhibition will last until November 22. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/887042

The star of the XVII International Film Festival "Eurasia" will be the world-famous Nuri Bilge Ceylan, it became known at a press conference held today in Almaty. Nuri Bilge Ceylan is an outstanding Turkish director whose work has been repeatedly celebrated at the Cannes Film Festival. His film "Hibernation" in 2014 was awarded the highest award of the festival — the Golden Palm Branch. In addition, Ceylan received the Grand Prix of the jury for the films "Alienation" and "Once upon a Time in Anatolia". In 2008, he was recognized as the best director for the film "Three Monkeys". Nuri Bilge Ceylan won seven awards at the Cannes Film Festival."A recognized master of cinematography, Nuri Bilge Ceylan is one of the most important directors in Turkey, whose films have conquered the largest film festivals in the world. In 2024, he will become the chairman of the jury of the International Competition of the Eurasia Film Festival," said Diana Ashimova.In addition to seven awards at Cannes, his work has been recognized at other prestigious film forums. In 2000, the film "May Clouds" won the FIPRESCI Award of the European Film Academy. Ceylan has won more than 97 awards at various film festivals around the world.Nuri Bilge Ceylan was born on January 26, 1959 in Istanbul. His name is invariably associated with deep, poetic and intellectual films. Ceylan is known for his unique author's style, which harmoniously combines subtle visual aesthetics and philosophical reflections on human nature, time, loneliness and memory.As the chairman of the jury of the Eurasia International Film Festival Competition, Nuri Bilge Ceylan will bring his unique perspective on cinema and culture of the East and West.The founder and organizer of the festival is traditionally the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The direct organization of the film festival is entrusted to the National Kazakhfilm Studio named after Shaken Aimanov.It should be noted that the sponsors were: KAZ Minerals Group, Sarens Kazakhstan, Salem Entertainment, Kinopark Theaters cinema chain, Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), Astana Motors.General Partner: Bazis-A International Construction CompanyInformation partners: Khabar JSC, Qazaqstan TV channel, NTK TV channel, Europe plus Kazakhstan, Eldoradio, Qazaq Gazetteri, Egemen Qazaqstan, Kazakhstanskaya Pravda, Antenna Kazakhstan, New Generation, ORDA, MIA Kazinform, Arbat Media, El.kz , Baq.kz. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/887061

The opening ceremony of the hall named after Akim Tarazi, a famous Kazakhstani writer, playwright, screenwriter, Honored Worker of Kazakhstan, took place at the National Academic Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan.During the event, a 13-volume collection of the writer's works was presented.The works of the writer were published within the framework of state programs of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The collection of works by Akim Tarazi includes novels, plays, translations and historical research, which will become a valuable source for future generations.The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of the Moscow Art Institute, public figures, as well as the wife of the writer Rosa Mukanova.The personal room, located on the fourth floor of the library, provides readers with access to the writer's personal library, as well as collections, photographs and other unique materials. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/886993

On November 21, the film "Citizens of the Roof", shot with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the State Support Center for National Cinema, is released. The film will be available to the audience in Kazakh and Russian."Citizens of the Roof" is the directorial debut of Gulshat Smagulova, who has gained more than 15 years of experience in producing over the years of working in cinema. The film is about the touching friendship of two unusual people: Damir with a difficult past and an autistic teenager Kostya. This is a story about social adaptation, inclusion and the value of kindness and mutual understanding.The author of the script is Zhanna Timofeeva (debut), and the production designer is Elena Aitova (also debut). Alexander Plotnikov became the director of photography.The film was shot in the spring of 2024 in Almaty and Talgar district of Almaty region. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/886753

Today, within the framework of three stages, more than 4 million people have already entered the universal declaration system, including civil servants, heads of the quasi-public sector, business representatives and their spouses, this is about 4.8 million people.For the convenience of the population, electronic services for submitting declarations through the Taxpayer's Office were implemented (cabinet.salyk.kz ), the E-Government web portal (egov.kz ), mobile applications "e-Salyq Azamat" (tax wallet), "eGov mobile", "Halyk", "Bank Center credit" and "Kaspi".For the remaining category of citizens, the obligation to submit declarations will arise in 2025. In particular, stage 4 was supposed to cover pensioners, housewives, students, etc., this is about 8 million people.In implementation of the instruction of the Head of State on the revision of approaches to universal declaration, it was proposed to exempt this category of citizens from submitting declarations of assets and liabilities, with the exception of persons with assets outside the country.This is also facilitated by the digitization of government agencies' databases, a high proportion of non-cash payments (86%), automated tax control, data exchange on financial accounts within the framework of international agreements, as well as the wide availability of digital services.The Ministry of Finance proposed to maintain the obligation to submit a declaration of assets and liabilities (TNF 250.00) for persons with assets abroad, candidates for elective office, for public office and equivalent, as well as for those wishing to become major participants in banks, the securities market, insurance organizations.Citizens will also be given the right to voluntarily submit a declaration of assets and liabilities.We note that the obligation to submit an annual income and property declaration (TNF 270.00) for civil servants, managers, founders of quasi-public and private companies (including owners of shares over 25% or more), their spouses, as well as persons with assets outside the Republic of Kazakhstan and (or) who have received income taxed independently it is saved.Additionally, it is proposed to establish a similar obligation for persons who have made large purchases worth more than 20,000 MCI (74 million tenge).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/886419

Today at the government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, issues related to the implementation of the Head of State’s instructions at the first agricultural workers’ forum, as well as ensuring the safety and quality of goods in the domestic market, were discussed. The meeting was attended by representatives of relevant ministries and regional akimat, who joined via online communication.After the government meeting, several instructions were issued on issues discussed during a special meeting led by the head of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev.“In last year's address, the Head of State set the goal to increase the share of processed products in the agro-industrial complex to 70% within the next three years. It is necessary to increase commercial dairy farms, poultry factories, egg factories, feedlots, and actively continue industrialization of the agro-industrial complex in the region.The foremost aim of the head of state is to develop the nation into the key logistics and transport center of the Eurasian region. Our region has great potential in this area. International transport and railway corridors 'Western Europe - Western China' and 'Trans-Caspian routes' pass through our region. It is necessary to maximize our agricultural, trade, and logistics potential. Furthermore, exporting melons and vegetables is a great opportunity. It is necessary to improve the logistics system and warehouses, expand the range of exported products ", said N. Nalibayev.In accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, 4.400 hectars of agricultural crops were sowed using water-saving technologies. In order to reduce water loss, farmers leveled 55 thousand hectars of rice fields with lasers in subsequent years. As a result, water was saved and productivity increased by 30%. This year, 250 units of agricultural machinery were purchased for KZT 8.8 billion, and the machine and tractor fleets were updated by 5%. 4 440 units of machines took part in the autumn harvest campaign, and the work was completed on time.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/885991

On November 28, 2024, Atyrau will host a seminar for media representatives on the topic "Features of industry journalism in the oil and gas, environmental spheres", organized by the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The seminar is aimed at improving the skills of journalists in covering topical issues of the region (oil and gas sector, environmental protection, infrastructure, etc.), improving communications between the media and local executive bodies.Media representatives will get acquainted with the basics and history of the formation of the oil and gas industry, the specifics of working with energy statistics, and master skills in analyzing events in the oil and gas industry.At the same time, representatives of the Ministry will explain the main provisions of the law "On Mass Media" to journalists.The training event will be held at the address: Atyrau, Atyrau University named after H. Dosmukhamedov, Studentskiy Ave., 1st, 2nd floor, Scientific Meeting Room.We invite media representatives to take part in the event by registering at the following link: https://forms.gle/hnjJWhNrtCV7iz1r5For journalists working in other regions and unable to attend the course, an online broadcast on the Zoom platform will be available https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87167441158 ?pwd=UvvsA5nPL5n16qdRjVftDldMyMZ5sK.1 (Conference ID: 871 6744 1158, access code: 8050For all questions, please contact the following contacts: 8 (7172) 740186.The program of the seminar Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/885904