On November 20, 2024 within the framework of the Prime Minister's order "On certain issues of holding meetings of heads of central executive bodies with the population" Vice-Minister of National Economy Bauyrzhan Omarbekov made a business trip to the city of Shymkent, where he held a meeting with the population of Kursai microdistrict.During the visit, the Vice-Minister familiarized with the activities of the Communal State Institution "Turan", as well as with the progress of construction of engineering infrastructure systems of the Kursai microdistrict, which is implemented within the framework of the outskirts of large cities infrastructure development program.At the meeting with the population they discussed topical issues on providing residents with necessary infrastructure and raised concerns regarding social issues.In addition, during the business trip a meeting on the development of local self-government was held with the participation of local representative and executive bodies of Shymkent. The meeting was held as part of the implementation of measures provided by the Concept of Local Self-Government Development in the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2025.The participants proposed approaches to decentralize public administration in large cities of Kazakhstan based on international experience. Proposals of akims of the city districts on improvement of interaction of executive bodies with residents were also given consideration.The meeting resulted in recommendations that will be used in future work. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/887266

Премьер-министр Олжас Бектенов и члены Правительства приняли участие в пленарном заседании Сената Парламента РК.Законопроекты о республиканском бюджете и о гарантированном трансферте из Национального фонда на 2025-2027 годы депутатам представили заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Нурлан Байбазаров и министр финансов Мади Такиев. В ходе заседания сенаторами был рассмотрен и одобрен Закон «О гарантированном трансферте из Национального фонда Республики Казахстан на 2025 – 2027 годы». В соответствии с нормами документа размер гарантированного трансферта из Национального фонда в республиканский бюджет для обеспечения расходов по выполнению государственных обязательств составляет по 2 трлн тенге на 2025, 2026 и 2027 годы. Принятие закона позволит обеспечить сбалансированность бюджета и реализовать стабилизационную функцию Национального фонда.Депутатами также рассмотрен Закон «О республиканском бюджете на 2025 – 2027 годы». Приоритетной задачей бюджета остается исполнение социальных обязательств государства и реализация поручений Президента страны. Так, параметры республиканского бюджета на предстоящие три года определены с учетом соблюдения бюджетных правил и концентрации бюджетных расходов на приоритетных направлениях социально-экономического развития. Первоочередными направлениями бюджетных расходов остаются выполнение в полном объеме государственных социальных обязательств, развитие человеческого капитала через усиление поддержки науки, образования, медицины. В частности, общий объем расходов республиканского бюджета планируется в сумме: 25 750 млрд тенге в 2025 году, 23 168 млрд тенге в 2026 году и 24 566 млрд тенге в 2027 году. Средства направляются на улучшение благосостояния граждан через выстраивание экономической модели с адаптацией к текущим реалиям, а также создание условий для обеспечения стабильности государственных финансов и повышения доходов населения.Концептуально сенаторы республиканский бюджет поддержали, но в ходе его рассмотрения инициировали внесение ряда изменений. В частности, депутаты предложили на следующий год дополнительно выделить 60 млрд тенге, в том числе на региональное развитие, решение проблем водоснабжения и водоотведения, реализацию программы «Ауыл – ел бесігі» и другие направления. В этой связи было принято решение вернуть закон в Мажилис с предложенными поправками.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/888139

Заместитель Премьер-Министра – министр национальной экономики Нурлан Байбазаров в кулуарах Сената Парламента ответил на вопросы журналистов касательно объема государственного долга.Вице-премьер рассказал, что Международныйвалютный фонд, Всемирный банк, международные рейтинговые агентства ежегодно оценивают уровень развития экономики, уровень финансовой устойчивости Казахстана и отмечают стабильно низкий размер государственного долга:«Последние изменения, которые произошли в международных кредитных рейтингах,свидетельствуют о фискальной, финансовой устойчивости нашей страны. У нас имеются значительные валютные резервы в виде Национального фонда, золотовалютных резервов, размер которых превысил уже больше 100 млрд долларов и это та финансовая подушка безопасности, которая позволяет нам активно привлекать инвестиции.Мы приняли Концепцию управления государственными финансами. В ней прописаны ограничения - госдолг, в целом, не должен превышать 32% от ВВП страны. Сейчас данный показатель составляет порядка 23%, то есть мы находимся на достаточно безопасном и комфортном уровне по объему государственного долга».Также Нуралан Байбазаров отметил, что этот долг нужно рассматривать как инвестиции, благодаря привлечению которых создаются активы, позволяющие развивать казахстанскую экономику:«Мы строим дороги, инвестируем в инфраструктуру, запускаем новые производства. Это создает прочную основу для развития экономики в дальнейшем, чтобы обеспечивать экономический рост нашей страны».Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/888194

Kazakhstan continues to actively promote the climate agenda, strengthening international cooperation within the framework of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). At COP29, representatives of the country discussed with Maria Misovikova, Head of the UNFCCC Resource Mobilization and Partnership Department, key initiatives to implement national climate goals.Achievements and plans of Kazakhstan:Achieving carbon neutrality by 2060. A roadmap is being developed that includes industry-specific measures to reduce emissions.Biannual Transparency Reports (BTR). In September 2024, Kazakhstan held a joint event with the UNFCCC in Astana aimed at preparing reports that will be submitted to the organization's Secretariat in early 2025.Development of a new contribution (NDC). Kazakhstan is ready to present an updated contribution in early 2025, focusing on specific measures in key sectors of the economy.Future initiatives:Kazakhstan has proposed holding a Regional Climate Summit in 2026, which will become a platform for coordinating approaches and measures in the Central Asian region. Key directions:Support for the climate transition.Adaptation to climate change.Ensuring food security.An inclusive and fair transition.A Project office on Climate Change and Green Energy in Almaty will be established to coordinate efforts. Kazakhstan counts on the support of the UNFCCC, including holding a summit under the auspices of the organization.Conclusion of the memorandum:Within the framework of the climate partnership, Kazakhstan proposed to sign a memorandum of cooperation with the UNFCCC, the text of which was previously presented at the conference in Bonn.Kazakhstan expresses gratitude for the support and is ready to further strengthen the partnership to achieve global climate goals.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887178

The Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan took part in the panel discussion "From glaciers to farms", which took place within the framework of the COP29 climate conference. The main topic of discussion was the management of transboundary water resources and adaptation to climate change in Central and Western Asia.The event discussed key approaches to reducing climate risks, increasing the sustainability of agriculture and improving water resources management. The participants noted the importance of joining the efforts of the countries of the region in developing and implementing effective solutions to minimize the effects of climate change.Special attention was paid to the regional program "From glaciers to farms" (G2F). This program is aimed at creating sustainable infrastructure, supporting agriculture and attracting international funding for projects that contribute to sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887665

Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, M.T. Oshurbaev, spoke at a high-level Round table dedicated to fulfilling the Global Commitment to Cooling. During the event, the key steps of Kazakhstan to achieve climate goals and protect the ozone layer were announced.Special mention was made of the Ministry's work on the ratification of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol.As part of the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, the country is conducting an inventory of hydrofluorocarbons and developing a plan for their phased reduction, which will strengthen the fight against climate change.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887673

As part of the development of bilateral cooperation, on November 20, 2024, the Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, M.T. Oshurbaev, held a meeting with the Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Sakhalin Region of the Russian Federation, V.V. Alenkov.During the meeting, the key issues of the exchange of experience in the creation of carbon regulation systems were discussed. Both sides expressed their willingness to work together to improve climate policy and implement environmental initiatives.Special attention was paid to the following:Invitation to the international Forum: Sakhalin Oblast plans to invite the delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the International Environmental and Climate Forum of the BRICS countries, which will be held on May 15-16, 2025 in Sakhalin. The Forum will become an important platform for the exchange of ideas and best practices in the field of sustainable development.The Sakhalin Region also plans to achieve carbon neutrality by the end of 2025.In turn, the Strategy for achieving Carbon Neutrality of the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2060 serves as an example for the development of a similar document.At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further developing partnership in the climate sector aimed at ensuring a sustainable future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887680

On November 21, a panel session "Sakhalin Climate Experiment: results of implementation and prospects for international cooperation" was held on the sidelines of SOR29.The session was devoted to discussing key aspects of the experiment, including decarbonization, natural climate solutions, carbon regulation mechanisms and carbon unit trading. Cooperation at the international level aimed at implementing sustainable solutions has become an important focus.The speaker of the session was Vice-Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mansur Tursynovich Oshurbaev. In his report, he presented Kazakhstan's experience in the functioning of the national Emissions trading system (NTS) and its contribution to reducing the carbon footprint.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887692

Within the framework of COP29, an event was held on the theme "Effective plastic waste management for climate sustainability: understanding challenges and searching for opportunities", organized by the Azerbaijani side. The main report was delivered by the Vice-Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan M. Oshurbaev.During his speech, the Vice Minister noted that plastic waste is not only an environmental problem, but also a climate problem. The production, use and disposal of plastic are associated with high greenhouse gas emissions, which significantly contributes to the carbon footprint.During the event, special attention was paid to the importance of intersectoral cooperation for the introduction of a circular economy and innovative approaches to waste management.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887718

On the eve of the key INC-5 negotiations (Busan, Korea) on the development of an international legal treaty on plastics, a side event "Plastic Product Design: Challenges and opportunities for sustainable development in the context of climate change" was held in the QAZAQSTAN pavilion at COP29. The event was organized by the Project Office for Central Asia on Climate Change and Green Energy.Among the honorary speakers were Mansur Oshurbayev, Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan; Yutaka Matsuzawa, Deputy Minister for Global Environmental Affairs of the Ministry of Environment of Japan; and Anthony Agota, EU Special Envoy for Climate and Environment. A special video message was sent by Joti Mathur-Philippe, Executive Secretary of the Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Combating Plastic Pollution, emphasizing the importance of sustainable plastic design in global negotiations. Shoji Kusumoto from Panasonic (Japan) and Natalia Skripnikova from GRID-Arendal (Norway) also presented their ideas and solutions to improve the design of plastic products.The session became an important platform for discussing innovative approaches, international cooperation and the promotion of the circular economy, providing valuable recommendations for global plastic management efforts in the run-up to INC-5.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/888450

The Executive Committee of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IC IFAS), within the framework of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), held a parallel event on the theme "Central Asia towards improving the efficiency of transboundary water resources management in the Aral Sea basin, taking into account climate impacts."The Regional Program of the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) "Green Central Asia" and the International Water Assessment Center were the co-organizers of the side event aimed at strengthening and expanding partnership between the IFAS founding states and international development partners.During the event, the participants discussed climate risks for the water sector in Central Asia, as well as obstacles and barriers to the implementation of joint measures. The participants shared their assessments on measures to adapt to climate change in the Aral Sea basin and minimize the negative impact of climate on water resources.The panel sessions also discussed ways to improve practical cooperation and coordination between Central Asian countries and international partners in implementing projects and programs in the Aral Sea basin aimed at adapting and mitigating the effects of climate change.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887038

At the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), held in Baku, Kazakhstan presented an initiative for the development of carbon farming.Speaking at the Summit of World Leaders on Climate Action, held within the framework of the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev stressed the importance of the transition to sustainable agriculture.The Head of State noted that Kazakhstan, which has 200 million hectares of agricultural land, is an ideal platform for the introduction of "carbon farming", that is, such methods of agricultural production that reduce emissions and improve soil quality, and invited interested parties to explore the country's potential in this industry.During the side event on the topic "Carbon farming in Kazakhstan: unlocking the potential", in his introductory speech, Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Mansur Oshurbayev noted that: "By introducing carbon farming, we will be able to both reduce carbon emissions and support sustainable agriculture."Chairman of the Committee on Land Management of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Temirzhanov spoke about the measures taken to promote carbon farming."The development of carbon farming in Kazakhstan requires not only new technologies, but also serious legislative work," Murat Temirzhanov noted.International and national experts discussed the prospects for the introduction of carbon farming in Kazakhstan, summarizing that Kazakhstan has every chance to become a leader in the introduction of carbon farming methods. This can contribute to the modernization of the country's technological structure and the creation of many jobs.The event was organized by the Ministry together with FAO in the Qazaqstan pavilion.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887058

The investment project of TANDEM recycling LLP for the recycling of used batteries is being prepared for launch in Pavlodar. According to forecasts, it is planned to recycle 12 thousand batteries per year at this enterprise, which will produce from 750 to 1 thousand tons of lead and 105-140 tons of polypropylene per month. This was announced by Serikbol Kaliakparov, Head of the Investment Projects Service of Zhasyl Damu JSC.According to him, the investment headquarters of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan discussed projects aimed at modernizing and improving the waste recycling and disposal system in the regions. In the same place, the members of the headquarters approved an investment project for the collection, storage, transportation and recycling of used batteries in Pavlodar, using a system of accounting and supervision of all batteries accepted before recycling. The applicant, TANDEM recycling LLP, has already passed the first stage of document formation at the Industrial Development Fund JSC and is now awaiting indicative conditions. It should be noted that 161 workplaces will be created at the new enterprise.In addition, the aim of the project is to modernize and strengthen the existing production for the processing of spent batteries, as well as expand the network of collection points for used batteries from legal entities and individuals in Kazakhstan, develop a system for accounting and tracking each received battery from the moment of acceptance to processing. But most importantly, the disposal of waste batteries will prevent further lead pollution of the environment.It should be noted that the following products are formed during the processing of batteries: battery sludge, lead scrap, coarse lead, lead of various brands, as well as industrial waste.The project is scheduled to be launched in the second quarter of 2025.The total cost of the project: KZT 6,446 million. JSC "Zhasyl Damu" viaJSC "Industrial Development Fund" allocates 5,801.4 million tenge. The remaining amount is the investor's own funds.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887095

By order of Akim of Almaty Yerbolat Dosayev, Akanova Asiya Aikanovna was appointed acting head of the Public Health Department of the city.Asia Akanova was born and raised in a family of doctors. Being a graduate of the Bolashak program, she graduated from University College London (2013), as well as Asfendiyarov Kazakh National Medical University (2015), doctoral degree in general medicine (2016). She also graduated from the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan with a degree in local and public administration (2024). He holds a Master's degree in Business Administration.Asiya Akanova began her career in 2011, working as a laboratory assistant and methodologist, associate professor of the Department of Family Medicine at KazNMU, and later head of the department. In the period from 2018 to 2020, she was engaged in the opening and management of the Center for Active Longevity in Almaty. From 2022 to the present, she has been a deputy of the Maslikhat of Almaty of the VIII convocation. At the same time, to this day she continues her scientific and pedagogical activities as an associate professor of the Department of Family Medicine at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/886842

Yerbolat Dosayev met with the new Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Almaty, Matthias Kiesler, who took office in August this year.During the meeting, the prospects for development in the trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres, attracting investments and technologies in the manufacturing industry, healthcare, ecology and digitalization were discussed. In particular, the issues of construction of a plant for the production of thermal insulation materials with a total cost of 75 billion tenge and the creation of 300 jobs, which is being implemented by an investor from Germany on the territory of the industrial zone of Almaty, were considered. The possibility of hosting a regional service hub for one of the leading multinational companies engaged in the production of equipment and components for the energy industry was also discussed. It is assumed that this hub will provide service support to industry companies in the countries of Central Asia and the Caucasus.In general, the mutual trade turnover has traditionally remained at a high level, amounting to more than $1 billion in 9 months of this year. Today, 396 enterprises with the participation of German capital operate in Almaty, or a third of all located in Kazakhstan.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to strengthen relations and expressed readiness to implement a number of joint projects. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/886873

The Qazaqstan Pavilion hosted the thematic event "Human capital and a Sustainable Future: the role of education, youth and innovation to enhance climate resilience" at the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29).The main purpose of the event was to emphasize the importance of education for sustainable development, as well as to reveal the role of youth, NGOs and civil society in addressing climate challenges.The participants discussed the current work in the field of higher education, initiatives of governments and international organizations.The results of the National Youth Conference LCOY Qazaqstan and the text of the statement of the youth of Kazakhstan as a basis for further action in the international arena were considered.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/886857

On November 20 this year, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted a meeting between Vice Minister N.Sharbiyev and representatives of the Parliament of Mongolia.During the meeting, the Parties discussed the implementation of environmental legislation, sustainable environmental management and the use of biological resources.The Vice Minister informed about the process of issuing environmental permits and licenses. He noted the transparency of this procedure and that the permit system is aimed at preventing environmental violations.In addition, N. Sharbiev outlined the main requirements for obtaining licenses, including mandatory compliance with environmental standards, environmental impact assessment and confirmation of the availability of the necessary infrastructure for the safe conduct of environmental activities.Following the meeting, the Parties agreed to support the initiatives of Kazakhstan and Mongolia aimed at protecting the environment in the international arena.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/886784

On November 19, at the site of the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, COP29, representatives of the public of Kazakhstan took part in the Caspian House dialogue platform.The Ecoforum of Kazakhstan signed a Memorandum with representatives of public organizations of three countries (Azerbaijan, Russia and Turkmenistan) on the creation of the Caspian House platform.The platform will serve to unite the efforts of the public of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Russia and Turkmenistan in raising people's awareness about the ecological state of the Caspian Sea. The platform's efforts will also be aimed at attracting wider attention to the environmental problems of the Caspian Sea basin.Within the framework of this cooperation, a virtual space will be created on the basis of a portal reflecting the environmental priorities of the Caspian countries. The portal will feature a virtual museum "Green Economy of the Caspian Littoral countries", which will showcase the achievements and prospects of the countries in this direction.The purpose of the museum will be to familiarize visitors with the projects implemented in the Caspian countries, as well as with the unique nature, flora and fauna of the Caspian basin. It is also expected to become an effective tool for promoting ecotourism opportunities and drawing attention to problems in this area.Cooperation between the Eco Forum of Kazakhstan and other partners within the framework of the Caspian House platform will continue in a virtual format and in the format of joint events.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/886793

The city's economic department told about the measures taken to ensure the growth of the well-being of Almaty residents."Annual inflation slowed from 8.6% in August to 8.3% in September. This is due to a slowdown in the growth of prices for foodstuffs to 7.7% and non-food products to 5.6%. By the end of 2024, annual inflation is expected to slow further to 7.5-8%, in 2025 - to 6.5-7.5%," the Almaty Department of Economics reported.In the first half of 2024, nominal cash incomes increased by an average of 22% to 292 thousand tenge (Kazakhstan – by 9.2% to 201.1 thousand tenge). In real terms, the growth amounted to 11.6% (Kazakhstan – by 0.3%).The average monthly salary was 468 thousand tenge (in the republic – 392.6 thousand tenge). In nominal terms, wages increased by 15.5%, in real terms – by 5.7%.In 9 months of 2024, 50.5 thousand jobs were created, of which 77.9% are permanent.There is also a high level of investment activity in Almaty. According to the results of 9 months of this year, over 1.1 trillion tenge of investments in fixed assets were attracted with an increase of 8.1%. The growth of private investment amounted to 8% and increased to almost 1 trillion tenge. In general, in 2024, the volume of investments in fixed assets will increase to 2 trillion tenge, in 2025 – to 2.35 trillion tenge.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/886582

15 ноября 2024 года на площадке АО «Институт экономических исследований», состоялось заседание Рабочей группы по обеспечению соблюдения прав человека в предпринимательской деятельности с учетом Руководящих принципов ООН под председательством директора Департамента политики развития предпринимательства Министерства национальной экономики РК Эрика Джамбулова, с участием представителейгосударственных органов, бизнеса и профсоюзов.В ходе заседания представитель Программыразвития ООН в Казахстане Дина Масановапредставила Руководящие принципы ООН, где основное внимание акцентируется на роли государства в защите прав человека, и предложила рекомендации по улучшению существующихмеханизмов защиты, основанные на проведенной Национальной базовой оценке.В повестке мероприятия также рассмотренкомплекс мер по предотвращению нарушений прав человека на рабочих местах, включая текущие законодательные инициативы и практические шаги по их внедрению. Были определены существующие барьеры и предложены направления для их устранения, предусматривающие более тесное сотрудничество с профсоюзами.Членами Рабочей группы выработаны ряд предложений по совершенствованию законодательства и улучшению практических мер, направленных на защиту прав человека в предпринимательской деятельности. Были предложены дополнительные инициативы для предотвращения нарушений, а также механизмы контроля и мониторинга, которые помогут оценить эффективность реализуемых мер.В дальнейшем, Рабочая группа продолжит работу по разработке и внедрению рекомендаций, направленных на создание безопасной и справедливой бизнес-среды, основанной на принципах уважения прав человека.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/886380