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Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Республики Казахстан Серик Жумангарин принял участие в открытии бизнес-форума «Экономическая интеграция и кооперация стран ОТГ: новые возможности в промышленности, АПК, логистике и цифровизации».Форум объединил в Астане представителей государственных органов, финансовых институтов, торгово-промышленных палат, международных организаций и бизнеса стран Организации тюркских государств.В своем выступлении Серик Жумангарин подчеркнул, что развитие сотрудничества в рамках ОТГ остается одним из приоритетных направлений внешнеэкономической политики Казахстана.По его словам, страны ОТГ формируют рынок с населением более 170 млн человек и обладают значительным промышленным, транспортным, аграрным и человеческим потенциалом.В условиях глобальной трансформации мировой экономики и усиления конкуренции за инвестиции, технологии и логистические маршруты особое значение приобретает практическая экономическая кооперация. В этой связи, как отметил вице-премьер, основной задачей становится переход от деклараций к совместным проектам, новым производствам, технологическим альянсам и взаимным инвестициям.«Казахстан последовательно выступает за углубление экономической интеграции тюркских государств. Мы видим большой потенциал в развитии промышленной кооперации, совместных агропромышленных проектов, транспортно-логистических коридоров, цифровых платформ и электронной торговли», — отметил Серик Жумангарин.Особое внимание в ходе выступления было уделено деятельности Тюркского инвестиционного фонда. По словам вице-премьера, Казахстан рассматривает ТИФ как один из ключевых финансовых механизмов поддержки совместных проектов стран ОТГ.«Для Казахстана принципиально, чтобы ТИФ стал не просто финансовым институтом, а полноценной платформой экономической интеграции, способствующей росту взаимной торговли, созданию новых производств и расширению инвестиционного сотрудничества между нашими странами», — подчеркнул он.На первоначальном этапе Тюркский инвестиционный фонд готов направить от $20 млн на проекты софинансирования. В настоящее время уже ведутся переговоры по участию фонда в финансировании развития инфраструктуры Международного аэропорта Алматы.Отдельно Серик Жумангарин подчеркнул значимость развития устойчивых транспортных маршрутов, включая Транскаспийский международный транспортный маршрут, а также модернизации железнодорожной и портовой инфраструктуры, что расширяет возможности для транзита и торговли между Востоком и Западом.Вице-премьер также отметил высокий потенциал сотрудничества в сфере цифровизации. По его словам, страны ОТГ обладают широкими возможностями для совместного развития IT-сектора, стартап-экосистем, цифровых сервисов, искусственного интеллекта и инновационных решений. В этой связи он приветствовал участие в форуме представителей Astana Hub, Международного финансового центра «Астана» и других институтов развития.Особое внимание, как подчеркнул Серик Жумангарин, необходимо уделять укреплению взаимодействия между бизнес-сообществами стран ОТГ.«Именно предприниматели являются ключевой движущей силой интеграционных процессов. Поэтому важно создавать максимально благоприятные условия для бизнеса - снижать барьеры, расширять доступ к финансированию, поддерживать совместные инициативы и укреплять деловые контакты», — отметил он.В завершение выступления вице-премьер выразил благодарность Организации тюркских государств, Союзу торгово-промышленных палат тюркских государств, НПП «Атамекен», а также всем партнерам и организаторам форума за совместную работу и значимый вклад в укрепление экономического взаимодействия стран региона.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1218873?lang=kk

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On May 8, 2026, another session of the internal speaking club "Speaking Club" was held.Moderator - Kairat Syundikov, the ethics commissioner of the apparatus of the akim (governor) of the Kostanay region.Training topic: "The Culture of Public Speaking".The event was held to improve the culture of public speaking, overcome language barriers, and develop skills for working in front of video cameras and large audiences.  How to overcome fear, hold the audience's attention, make a positive impression, and keep to the timing? What speaking techniques and tools of influence should be used?The trainer, a state language teacher from the regional language learning center "Til Darin," Bazarkul Akhmetzhanova, focused the listeners' attention on these and other questions.Public speaking requires preparation, psychological resilience, and self-control.Public servants should not publicly express their opinions on matters of state policy and official activities if those opinions do not align with the main directions of state policy, disclose official information not permitted for public release, or contain unethical statements regarding state officials, public administration bodies, or other public servants. Public statements on the activities of a state body are made by its head or officials of the state body authorized to do so. Public servants must conduct discussions in a proper manner, without undermining the authority of the public service.A public servant, regardless of position, must be able to formulate their thoughts, express them competently, and convey information to citizens (service recipients), colleagues, and partners.This applies not only to public speaking at receptions, meetings, and gatherings but also to daily work, including telephone communications. All seminar participants had the opportunity to speak before an audience, demonstrate public speaking skills, and their level of proficiency in the state language. Among the speakers were Natalya Sukhacheva - head of the department of the Regional Department of Physical Culture and Sports, and Madi Tolegen - chief specialist of the apparatus of the regional akim, a young public servant.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1218831?lang=kk

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Astana, 12 May 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with the UN Under Secretary-General, Executive Director of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Diene Keita.During the talks, the head of Kazakhstan’s foreign policy ministry noted that President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attaches particular importance to comprehensive cooperation with the United Nations. Kazakhstan remains a steadfast supporter of the UN as a universal platform for addressing global issues and actively participates in the implementation of the “UN80” initiative aimed at a comprehensive reform of multilateral dialogue.In this context, the Minister positively assessed the cooperation between the Government of Kazakhstan and UNFPA in improving maternal and infant health outcomes, developing youth health centres, and conducting comprehensive demographic and population studies.As noted by Minister Kosherbayev, healthcare, youth policy and gender equality should become key areas of regional dialogue with UNFPA.In this regard, the Minister called for the active use of the UN Regional Centre for the Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty as a platform for expanding UNFPA’s presence in the region.For her part, Diene Keita stressed that the United Nations commends Kazakhstan’s systemic reforms in promoting gender equality, protecting women’s rights and expanding opportunities for women.She also noted that Kazakhstan has achieved impressive results in healthcare, the development of youth and family policy, as well as in reducing maternal and child mortality rates.During the meeting, the UN Under Secretary-General announced the Organization’s decision to establish the UNFPA Central Asian Hub on Demographic Resilience in Almaty, which will serve as a regional centre for collecting, analysing and researching demographic development trends in Central Asia.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to continue their constructive dialogue on pressing issues of the global and regional agenda. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1218504?lang=kk

About 2 thousand residents of the village of Diyevka in the Auliekol district have gained the opportunity to connect to gas supply networks.The implementation of the project for the construction of a supply gas pipeline from the automated gas distribution station in the village of Auliekol to the village of Diyevka was carried out from August 2024 to October 2025. «Today is an important event for the residents of Diyevka village. We are supplying blue fuel to homes. This is not just an infrastructure project, but a real contribution to improving people's quality of life», – said the Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay region, Kumar Aksakalov, at the ceremonial event.The total estimated construction cost amounted to 2 billion tenge from the local budget. 56.3 km of gas pipeline were built.To reduce gas pressure from high to low, four block-type gas regulator stations were installed. For the gasification of the village, a project for the construction of gas distribution networks in Diyevka was also implemented, completed in October 2025.The total estimated cost of the gas distribution network construction project amounted to 535.625 million tenge. 17.4 km of gas pipeline were built. «On behalf of the elders and personally, I want to express deep gratitude to the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Kemeluly Tokayev, the regional leadership, and all the specialists whose work made it possible to implement this large-scale project. Seeing the fruits of such care for villagers is a great joy. May warmth and prosperity always be in your homes with the arrival of natural gas», – shared the joy of the village elder, Kaby Kusainov. Thus, the gasification level in the district will increase to 51.8%.It should be noted that currently in the district, 3 projects are at the implementation and development stage – these are the construction of gas distribution networks in the villages of Kushmurun (first phase), Novonezhinka, and Timofeyevka.In the Kostanay region, out of 501 settlements, 87 are supplied with natural gas.The total length of gas pipelines in the region is 5.1 thousand km, including distribution pipelines – 4.3 thousand km, and main pipelines – 819.7 km.Over the last three years (2023-2025), approximately 8 thousand people have gained access to the gas supply network. The region's gasification level increased to 60.4% in 2025. The implementation of the project in Diyevka village will have a positive impact on the socio-economic and environmental living conditions of the population, and will also contribute to housing construction and the development of agricultural product processing enterprises.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1218251?lang=kk

On May 12 of this year, a seminar on smoking prevention and the promotion of a healthy lifestyle was conducted by K. Sundikov, the Ethics Commissioner of the Kostanay Region Akim's Office, together with A. Sadvokasova, the head of the "Jastar MED" Youth Health Center.Employees of the regional Akim's office and regional departments took part in the seminar. The participants received consultations, informational booklets, and reviewed a presentation.The speaker discussed the harm of smoking tobacco, electronic cigarettes (vapes), and their components—nicotine, tar, and carbon monoxide—on the human body, people around them, including pregnant women and underage children.The risk of asthma and chronic bronchitis increases. The organs of the gastrointestinal tract, the cardiovascular and nervous systems are affected. Men's sexual function and women's reproductive function decrease. The speaker also informed about myths related to "light" cigarettes.During the meeting, employees were able to take rapid tests to determine cholesterol and sugar levels, and measure their blood pressure.         Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1218121?lang=kk

The requirement for the "Made in Kazakhstan" labeling now applies not only to retail chains but also to online platforms. The Ministry of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan is strengthening the rules for promoting domestic goods both in offline retail and e-commerce. Marketplaces will be required to implement mandatory mechanisms for the priority display of Kazakhstani products in search results and to create separate "Made in Kazakhstan" sections. Currently, the package of relevant legislative amendments is undergoing coordination procedures with interested state bodies. This was stated by the Acting Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Aizhan Bijanova, at the round table "Promotion of the national brand 'Made in Kazakhstan' in retail chains."The new requirements are part of a broader state policy to support domestic producers. Legislation already mandates a mandatory share of Kazakhstani goods in retail outlets. Today, it constitutes at least 30 percent of the assortment. An additional up to 20 percent of shelf space can be allocated through support programs involving the "Damu" fund. In total, domestic products can occupy up to half of a store's assortment."At the same time, it is no less important for the buyer to see the domestic product. Therefore, the legislation establishes requirements not only for the quantity but also for the quality of the display of domestic products. Products from domestic manufacturers should be placed in visually and physically accessible locations at the buyer's eye level. This is the so-called 'golden shelf.' It is from this shelf that the buyer takes the product first. I think the Kazakhstani producer has the right to this place," noted Aizhan Bijanova.The effectiveness of such approaches is confirmed by the results of an experiment by the National Analytical Center at Nazarbayev University. Together with the Magnum retail chain, researchers tested behavioral tools to promote Kazakhstani cheeses. The project was implemented with methodological support from the British company Behavioural Insights Team, specializing in behavioral science.The stores used simple visual solutions: banners, shelf dividers, stickers, shelf strips, and audio announcements emphasizing the "Made in Kazakhstan" labeling. The experiment took place in a real shopping environment over four weeks.The result exceeded international benchmarks. Sales of Kazakhstani cheese in the pilot stores increased by 20 percent. For comparison: the global average effect of similar behavioral tools is estimated at about 8 percent."We decided to test behavioral tools in the Kazakhstani context using cheese as an example. Cheese is on the list of basic food products, yet it has a high share of imports (47%). In just 4 weeks of the experiment, sales of Kazakhstani cheese in the pilot stores increased by 20%! This is a very high indicator. Our experiment proves that Kazakhstani people are ready to show 'economic patriotism'; they just need help making this choice in the store, that is, making the product more recognizable and visible," noted Saltanat Dzhanenova, Director of the Center for Public Administration and Behavioral Public Policy of the NAC.The Ministry is also strengthening control over compliance with the requirements. Appeals about violations of the legislation can serve as grounds for unscheduled inspections. Fines are provided for restricting access of domestic goods to retail networks, failure to comply with instructions, and violation of terms of work with suppliers.In parallel, the MTI is preparing new legislative changes. It is planned to introduce the concept of an "unproductive intermediary," strengthen control over trade barriers, and enshrine the obligation of retail outlets to provide domestic producers with access to retail space when vacancies are available.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1218105?lang=kk

С 22 по 24 мая в Международном выставочном центре EXPO пройдет IX ежегодная выставка отечественных производителей Ulttyq ónim – 2026.Ulttyq ónim – крупнейшая выставочная площадка, направленная на продвижение продукции и услуг казахстанских компаний, получивших государственную поддержку. Площадка объединяет казахстанских производителей, инвесторов, первых руководителей государственных и финансовых институтов, а также международных экспертов.Организатором выставки выступает Фонд развития предпринимательства «Даму» (дочерняя организация НИХ «Байтерек») при поддержке Правительства Казахстана, Министерства национальной экономики и акимата Астаны. За годы проведения Ulttyq ónim зарекомендовала себя как одна из ключевых платформ для демонстрации потенциала малого и среднего бизнеса Казахстана.В рамках выставки компании представят продукцию и услуги в сферах пищевой, легкой, тяжелой и химической промышленности, мебельного и строительного производства, крафтовой индустрии и других отраслей экономики. Главная цель проекта – поддержка отечественного бизнеса, развитие кооперации, поиск новых партнеров и расширение рынков сбыта казахстанской продукции.В 2026 году выставка станет самой масштабной за всю историю проведения. В ней примут участие более 600 компаний - почти вдвое больше по сравнению с прошлым годом. Существенно увеличены площадь экспозиции и отраслевой охват. Впервые введена новая категория – услуги.Особый акцент сделан на производственные предприятия, при этом растет доля участников из регионов. Для посетителей будут организованы live-зоны и интерактивные форматы, что позволит посетителям увидеть реальные производственные процессы. Также запланированы мастер-классы по применению ИИ в бизнесе - от автоматизации процессов до генерации бизнес-планов.Деловая программа Ulttyq ónim – 2026 включает панельные сессии с участием ведущих казахстанских и международных экспертов, топ-менеджеров банков и представителей бизнеса. Ключевыми темами станут развитие предпринимательства, гарантирование как инструмент расширения доступа к финансированию, цифровизация и внедрение искусственного интеллекта.Кроме того, в рамках выставки состоятся B2B-встречи, показ национальной одежды, концертная программа с участием популярных артистов и блогеров, онлайн-конкурс «Халық таңдауы» и розыгрыши призов для посетителей. Также гости выставки смогут приобрести продукцию отечественных производителей напрямую, по ценам производителей.Вход на выставку свободный. Для посещения необходимо пройти регистрацию на месте либо заранее в онлайн-формате на сайте Ulttyq ónim (https://ulttyqonim.kz/ ).Приглашаем жителей и гостей столицы посетить выставку Ulttyq ónim-2026 и поддержать отечественных производителей!Место: Международный выставочный центр EXPO (пр. Мангилик Ел, 53/1)Торжественное открытие: 22 мая в 09:00 ч.Время работы выставки: 22-24 мая 2025 г. 08:00-18:00 ч.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1217535?lang=kk

     Professional and amateur photographers, law enforcement officers, as well as creative participants from Kazakhstan and abroad are invited to take part.     Entries are accepted in the following three categories:     1. “Law and Order as a Guarantee of a Safe Childhood”     2. “Digital Security: Modern Technologies Safeguarding Society”     3. “Taza Kazakhstan: Order Begins with Cleanliness”     Submission deadline: June 10, 2026. polisia.kz@bk.ru     Participation requirements:     Up to 3 photographs per participant     JPEG format     Minimum quality: 5 MP, 300 dpi     Each photograph must be accompanied by a short description indicating the relevant category     Winners will receive diplomas and valuable prizes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/1217510?lang=kk

Темпы роста экономики ускоряются четвертый месяц.По предварительным данным БНС, рост ВВП Казахстана в январе-апреле 2026 года составил 3,6% к аналогичному периоду прошлого года. По сравнению с итогами первого квартала, динамика экономического роста заметно улучшилась (3% роста ВВП за январь-март 2026 г.)Промышленное производство по итогам четырех месяцев вышло в положительную зону – индекс физического объема составил 102,1%, тогда как по итогам первого квартала фиксировалось снижение до 99,9%.Ключевым фактором восстановления промышленности стало ускорение обрабатывающего сектора, где объем производства увеличился на 9,9% против 8,5% в январе-марте.Высокие темпы роста сохраняются в машиностроении (рост на 23,3%) за счет увеличения объемов выпуска транспортных средств, сельскохозяйственной и железнодорожной техники, электротоваров и оборудований.Также отмечается значительный рост в производстве продукции легкой промышленности – рост в 2,3 раза, мебели – на 41,7%, фармацевтической продукции – на 35,2%, строительных материалов – на 27,7%, химической промышленности – на 18,4%, продуктов питания - на 14,4%,В горнодобывающей промышленности спад сохраняется (92,7%), однако его глубина существенно сократилась по сравнению с первым кварталом (88,6%), что указывает на постепенное восстановление добычи и снижение отрицательного вклада нефтяного сектора в общую экономическую динамику.В целом положительная динамика экономики за первые четыре месяца года обеспечена устойчивым ростом в базовых секторах. Наиболее высокие темпы роста зафиксированы в отраслях:строительство – 114,5%;транспорт и складирование – 112%;обработка - 109,9%;торговля – 105,1%;сельское хозяйство – 103,6%.Таким образом, текущая структура реального роста ВВП характеризуется усилением роли несырьевых секторов, в частности строительства, транспорта, торговли и обрабатывающей промышленности. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1217363?lang=kk

Astana, 11 May 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federative Republic of Brazil Mauro Vieira, who arrived in Kazakhstan on an official visit.During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues related to bilateral cooperation, including political, trade-economic, and cultural-humanitarian interaction, as well as coordination within international organizations and multilateral platforms.The foreign ministers noted with satisfaction the steady development of political contacts, including systematic interparliamentary engagement and the mechanism of political consultations, which enables the two countries to regularly exchange views on pressing bilateral, regional, and international issues.“Kazakhstan views Brazil as a key and reliable partner in Latin America. Today’s talks confirmed the mutual interest in further deepening cooperation and implementing new joint initiatives,” noted Minister Kosherbayev.Particular attention was paid to trade-economic and investment cooperation. The parties noted the positive dynamics of bilateral trade, which reached 295 million US dollars in 2025, and emphasized the significant potential for further expanding cooperation in industry, agriculture, energy, and investment.The strategic importance of transport and transit potential with access to international markets was also highlighted. Kazakhstan and Brazil are well positioned to serve as mutual “gateways” to Eurasia and Latin America respectively.Within the framework of the international agenda, Kazakhstan and Brazil reaffirmed their commitment to the peaceful settlement of conflicts in accordance with international law and the UN Charter, and also noted the convergence of their approaches on global climate issues.In this context, the Kazakh Foreign Minister presented the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to establish an International Water Organization within the UN system.Following the talks, the parties expressed confidence in the further strengthening of Kazakh-Brazilian cooperation and in giving new impetus to the development of bilateral partnership.As part of the visit, a business forum was also organized with the participation of leading business representatives of the two countries, during which B2B and B2G meetings were held. The participants discussed prospects for the implementation of joint projects in such priority areas as high-tech agriculture, water resource management, and digital technologies.Following the event, memoranda of understanding were signed between the ministries of agriculture of the two countries in the field of livestock breeding, as well as between KAZAKH INVEST and ApexBrasil.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1217285?lang=kk

An important project aimed at supporting youth civic engagement and public initiatives will be implemented in the city of Kostanay. A project for the improvement of one of the children's playgrounds, proposed by schoolchildren, became the winner within the framework of the "Participatory Budgeting" program.The initiative includes the improvement of a children's playground.The proposed project successfully passed the expert selection at the akimat (local administration) and was admitted to the voting stage among residents. As a result, the initiative received 322 votes and took first place among the participants.According to the press service of the Nazarbayev Intellectual School, the initiative, which received public support, is aimed at creating a safe and comfortable environment for children and residents of the courtyard. This is a vivid example of how the younger generation actively participates in public life and makes a real contribution to the development of their hometown.The practical implementation phase of the project will begin soon. It is expected that this initiative will contribute to the improvement of urban infrastructure, increasing the accessibility and comfort of public spaces. Furthermore, this experience is considered an effective example of supporting civic initiatives and enhancing the social responsibility of youth.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1217278?lang=kk

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From May 13 to 15, 2026, the International Exhibition Center IEC EXPO will host the 26th Kazakhstan International Exhibition “Food, Beverages, Ingredients, Packaging and Equipment for the Food Industry” — InterFood Astana 2026.The exhibition traditionally serves as one of Kazakhstan's key industry platforms, bringing together food producers, equipment suppliers, representatives of the processing industry, retailers, and government agencies. Around 80 companies from 12 countries—Austria, Belarus, Vietnam, Germany, Georgia, Kazakhstan, China, Malaysia, the UAE, Russia, Thailand, and Ukraine—will participate in the event.The exhibition will cover a wide range of areas—from food and beverage production to ingredients, packaging solutions, and modern food processing equipment. A distinctive feature of InterFood Astana remains its comprehensive approach to presenting the industry, demonstrating the full production and processing cycle.For many years, the InterFood Astana exhibition has been an effective professional platform focused on implementing state policy priorities in the agricultural sector.The forum's agenda is directly linked to the objectives outlined in the country's strategic documents and the Head of State's instructions, and is aimed at developing practical solutions for the further development of the food and processing industries.Over the course of two days, issues related to the meat and dairy industries of Kazakhstan will be discussed.Particular attention will be paid to issues of deep processing of agricultural products, increasing added value, introducing modern technologies, and expanding the export potential of domestic producers.The key event of the business program will be the first international Meat & Dairy Industry Forum in Kazakhstan.The exhibition will also feature a Retail and Distributor Center—a specialized platform for negotiations between food suppliers, retail chains, and distributors in Kazakhstan. This format will allow participants to establish direct business contacts, expand distribution channels, and discuss cooperation terms.A professional food and beverage tasting competition, "Traditions of Quality," will also be held, with the best producers awarded gold medals.Organizers note that InterFood Astana is not only an exhibition but also a working platform for discussing industry initiatives, developing coordinated approaches between government and business, and providing practical support for reforms in Kazakhstan's food and processing industries. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/1216216?lang=kk