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On April 21, 2026, a meeting with representatives of the Department of the Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan for Civil Service Affairs in the Kostanay region and the branch of the Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the Kostanay region was held at the office of the Akimat of the Kostanay region within the framework of universal legal education.During the meeting, the staff of the akimat apparatus were explained the main legislative changes concerning the competitive selection process for entering civil service and the Academy of Public Administration.Representatives of the Department of the Civil Service Affairs Agency elaborated in detail on the innovations in the procedure for conducting competitions, candidate assessment criteria, selection stages, and document requirements. Special attention was paid to the digitalization of competitive procedures and ensuring selection transparency. Staff from the branch of the Academy of Public Administration spoke about the updated admission conditions for master's and doctoral programs, new educational programs, and requirements for applicants from among civil servants.It was noted that the work on legal awareness among employees will continue in an open dialogue format, inviting practitioners and experts to analyze specific cases and law enforcement practices.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1206590?lang=kk

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Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики РК Серик Жумангарин выступил на казахстанско-монгольском бизнес-форуме в Астане.Монголия является важным и надежным партнером Казахстана. Страны объединяют историческая близость, взаимное уважение и общее стремление к расширению экономических связей. Отмечено, что бизнес-форум станет практической площадкой для формирования устойчивых деловых контактов.С учетом задачи, поставленной главами государств по увеличению взаимного товарооборота до $500 млн, вице-премьер подчеркнул значение подписанного временного торгового соглашения между ЕАЭС и Монголией.«Мы рассматриваем этот документ как реальный инструмент, открывающий новые возможности для расширения торговли, развития кооперации и запуска совместных инициатив», — отметил он.Казахстан и Монголия занимают лидирующие позиции в мире по уровню землеобеспеченности на душу населения, что создает значительный потенциал для сотрудничества. В числе приоритетных направлений – развитие животноводства, переработка сельскохозяйственной продукции, ветеринария, поставки техники и внедрение современных агротехнологий.Первый заместитель Премьер-министра – министр экономики и развития Монголии Жадамбын Энхбаяр сообщил, что в рамках соглашения с ЕАЭС тарифные льготы будут предоставлены по 367 товарным позициям монгольского экспорта. При этом 97,5% из них приходится на продукцию сельского хозяйства и животноводства, что соответствует ключевым конкурентным преимуществам Монголии.Отмечено, что соглашение станет дополнительным фактором роста двустороннего товарооборота, который в последние годы демонстрирует устойчивую положительную динамику, а также будет способствовать углублению взаимодействия между бизнес-сообществами и реализации совместных инвестиционных проектов.Отдельное внимание уделено развитию сотрудничества в сфере цифровизации и инноваций. Казахстан формирует современную технологическую экосистему, включая международный технопарк «Astana Hub» и Национальный центр искусственного интеллекта «Alem.AI».Вице-премьер пригласил монгольские IT-компании к сотрудничеству в рамках данных площадок, включая совместные исследования и проекты в сферах Big Data, блокчейна, облачных технологий и коммерциализации разработок R&D-центров.В тот же день Серик Жумангарин провел двустороннюю встречу с Жадамбыном Энхбаяром. Стороны обсудили перспективы реализации совместных проектов в торговле и агропромышленном комплексе, а также создание совместных производств. В частности, рассмотрены инициативы по запуску предприятия по производству ветеринарных вакцин на территории Монголии, а также организации в Казахстане производства изделий из кашемира и мясной продукции.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1205995?lang=kk

Astana, April 21, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received Assistant Secretary-General for Science and Technology of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation Aftab Ahmad Khokher.During the meeting, the head of Kazakh Foreign Ministry expressed gratitude to the interlocutor for participating in the “Regional Environmental Summit 2026” and noted that Astana attaches special importance to cooperation with the OIC.In turn, Aftab Ahmad Khokher highly appreciated Kazakhstan’s contribution to the activities of the OIC and emphasized the Organization’s intention to expand cooperation with the Republic of Kazakhstan.At the end of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain active engagement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1206137?lang=kk

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The event invited individuals awarded the "Best Public Servant" badge, successful young public servants, members of the regional personnel reserve working in relevant fields, a representative of the Department for Civil Service Affairs in the Kostanay Region, as well as the ethics commissioner of the Akimat (administration) of the Kostanay Region.The event was organized to raise schoolchildren's awareness about the work of public authorities and to form a more complete understanding of public service.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1206170?lang=kk

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The Regional Ecological Summit 2026 (hereinafter – RES), under the theme “A Shared Vision for a Sustainable Future,” is commencing its work in the capital of Kazakhstan. The event is aimed at developing a comprehensive policy framework and practical instruments for the protection, restoration and shared use of ecosystems, water and land resources, as well as for the conservation of biodiversity in the countries of Central Asia. The RES is organized by the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan in cooperation with the United Nations and a number of international organizations. It is the first large-scale event focused on developing joint solutions that reflect a regional approach to addressing environmental challenges.These challenges require strengthened cooperation among governments, international and financial organizations, as well as the scientific and business communities.Participation in the Summit has been confirmed by the Heads of State of Central Asia, the Presidents of Armenia, Georgia and Mongolia, the Prime Minister of Azerbaijan, as well as heads of UN agencies (UNDP, FAO, UNECE, UNEP, WHO, WMO, UNESCO, UNICEF and others), leading international organizations (OSCE, ECO, OECD, OTS, SCO, EEC, ICESCO, CICA and others), and financial institutions (ADB, EBRD, World Bank, Islamic Development Bank).In total, official delegations from 15 countries are expected to arrive, namely Azerbaijan, Armenia, Afghanistan, Belarus, Italy, Germany, Georgia, Cambodia, China, Mongolia, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Croatia and Japan, which makes the RES platform suitable for holding a series of bilateral meetings on a broad range of issues.The work of the RES will begin with a plenary session with the participation of Heads of State and leaders of international organizations.The substantive agenda of the Summit is structured around eight priority areas:Supporting the climate transition;Adaptation and economic resilience to environmental and natural risks;Food security and the region’s ecosystem;Sustainable management of natural resources;Combating air pollution and waste management;Mechanisms for achieving environmental ambitions;Just and inclusive transition;Environmental and digital competencies.The RES programme includes 58 events, of which 17 are high-level events, 4 are Central Asia country sessions, and 37 are thematic meetings in the format of round tables, conferences and seminars. Within the framework of the Summit, a ministerial dialogue on the Tehran Convention will be held, following which a declaration is expected to be adopted, with a view to formalizing an initiative to develop an Interstate Programme aimed at preserving the ecosystem of the Caspian Sea.The RES programme also includes consultations on the establishment of an International Water Organization within the UN system. Participation is expected from heads of water authorities of UN Member States, agencies implementing the UN water mandate, as well as research institutes.Among the outcome documents, particular note should be made of the joint declaration of the Heads of State of Central Asia entitled “Environmental Solidarity of Central Asia,” reflecting the political will to deepen cooperation in environmentally sustainable development, as well as the Regional Programme of Action with UN agencies for 2026–2030.In total, 51 documents are planned to be signed within the framework of the RES, including 13 memorandums, 16 joint statements, agreements and declarations, 16 regional and country initiatives, and 6 investment projects.An important practical complement to the Summit will be the RES 2026 EXPO International Exhibition of Green Technologies, featuring national pavilions of the Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan as an observer country.Kazakhstan’s national pavilion will showcase the country’s achievements in biodiversity conservation, including projects on the preservation of Przewalski’s horse, saiga antelope and Turanian tiger populations, the restoration of the Northern Aral, as well as water and scientific solutions and the results of the Taza Kazakhstan programme.A special focus of Kazakhstan’s exhibition is placed on the introduction of intelligent resource management systems and smart environmental solutions.RES 2026 EXPO will take place from 22 to 24 April 2026 and will bring together around 300 companies from 30 countries. It is expected that approximately 20,000 people will visit the exhibition during this period. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/1205967?lang=kk

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Astana, April 21, 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev held a meeting with Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Nurlan Yermekbayev.During the meeting, the parties discussed issues related to the current activities of the SCO, as well as the progress of preparations for the high-level and top-level events planned for 2026, including the Summit of Heads of State in Bishkek.Particular attention was paid to further improving the activities of the SCO, as well as unlocking the Organization’s potential.The head of Kazakh Foreign Ministry, expressing support for the SCO’s activities, emphasized that the Organization is approaching its 25th anniversary as an established and authoritative multi-profile association, acting as an effective factor in ensuring security and stability in the Eurasian region.In turn, the Secretary-General, highlighting Kazakhstan’s active role in the Organization’s activities, informed about the priority areas of work for the upcoming period.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1205750?lang=kk

A meeting of the regional akimat on the topic of developing mass sports and promoting a healthy lifestyle was held under the chairmanship of the head of the region, Kumar Aksakalov.The Head of State pays special attention to promoting a healthy lifestyle and developing mass sports. Currently, the largest share of citizens engaged in mass sports is among youth and the adult population.In the region, 69.5 thousand children and adolescents are engaged in 18 sports. The number of new sports facilities in the region is increasing annually. Over the past 3 years, more than 30 facilities have been built: 16 physical culture and health complexes, 8 sports halls, 6 indoor hockey rinks, 2 stadiums, an equestrian arena, and a swimming pool.In the regional center, construction of a multifunctional stadium is underway in the triathlon park area. An agreement has been reached to build a physical culture and health complex for people with disabilities with the support of the "Qazaqstan Halqyna" foundation (Kostanay city). Construction of a Sports Palace will begin in the "Astana" microdistrict. An indoor hockey rink will be built in Arkalyk city, and the "Samruk-Kazyna" foundation will erect a multifunctional physical culture and health complex. Furthermore, over the past 3 years, more than 80 sports grounds have been built in the region, allowing more and more residents to engage in sports near their homes."Sports infrastructure is not just facilities; it is an investment in the health of society and the future of our region," noted the regional akim.Parallel to the development and promotion of mass sports, systematic work must be established to train elite athletes. It is important to identify talents from which professionals and future stars of national teams, ready to compete on the world stage, can be nurtured.Today, 121 athletes from the region are part of the national teams of the Republic in winter sports. Our athletes worthily represent the region on the international stage and confirm their high level of preparation. Five athletes from the region participated in the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. Additionally, our fellow countrymen have achieved high results at Asian championships in boxing, cycling, and para powerlifting."As the President noted: 'The achievements of every citizen are the achievements of all Kazakhstan, the honor of every athlete is the authority of our entire people.' If we want to achieve high results and successful performances by our athletes at the level of elite sports, a comprehensive approach and systematic work are necessary, starting from the level of districts and cities. We will be able to enhance the authority of our region and state in the future only by improving the level of sports training in every region," noted the head of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1205660?lang=kk

The Akim (Governor) of the Kostanay Region, Kumar Aksakalov, met with athletes who are honorably representing our region and country at international competitions.The beginning of 2026 has been fruitful for Kostanay sports. Our athletes are demonstrating a high level of preparation and competitiveness on the international stage, achieving commendable results. Specifically, 5 of our athletes participated in the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games. Our fellow countrymen secured victories at Asian and European championships in boxing, judo, cycling, and para powerlifting.Systematic work is being carried out in the region to develop human resources and the sports reserve. In the first quarter of 2026, 1 Honored Master of Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, 9 Masters of Sports of International Class, 29 Masters of Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, as well as 3 Honored Coaches of the Republic of Kazakhstan were trained.The development of physical culture and sports remains one of the priorities of state policy. The region has 64 sports and recreation complexes, 16 of which were built in the last 3 years.All the work done will enable our athletes to reach new heights and honorably represent the country at major international competitions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1205644?lang=kk

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Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин провел встречу с главой немецкого промышленного холдинга GP Günter Papenburg AG Карлом Гюнтером Папенбургом. Стороны обсудили планы по развитию медной промышленности Казахстана и возможные направления сотрудничества.Встреча стала продолжением реализуемой в стране политики проактивного экономического роста, в рамках которой правительство целенаправленно привлекает в страну ведущие международные компании и инвесторов, предлагая им участие в развитии приоритетных отраслей обрабатывающей промышленности. В ходе переговоров казахстанская сторона представила видение развития медной отрасли и предложила рассмотреть конкретные форматы сотрудничества.Развитие и технологическое обновление медной промышленности является одним из ключевых направлений новой проактивной экономической политики Казахстана. В рамках новой модели роста определены приоритетные отрасли, в которых акцент сделан на выпуске продукции более глубокого передела, востребованной как на внутреннем, так и на внешних рынках.В Казахстане насчитывается порядка 130 месторождений меди. Ежегодно добывается порядка 170 млн тонн руды, что составляет около 4% мирового объема. При этом до 97% продукции экспортируется в виде катодов, концентратов и руды. Основная часть добываемой руды  – порядка 750-800 тыс. тонн меди в год – обогащается до концентрата (второй передел). Из этого объема около 470 тыс. тонн уходит на производство катодов (третий передел) и оставшаяся часть концентрата экспортируется без  дальнейшей переработки.  Производство  продукции более высокого передела – проволоки, фольги, кабелей и других изделий – составляет менее 5%. Потенциал увеличения валовой добавленной стоимости в медной отрасли оценивается более чем в 20 раз.  В силу всех этих факторов развитие переработки меди более высокого передела рассматривается как ключевое направление  повышения добавленной стоимости внутри страны.Немецкая сторона выразила заинтересованность в детальной проработке вопроса. Отмечено, что поставки медного концентрата из Казахстана в Германию также могут быть рассмотрены, однако требуют дополнительной проработки логистики. Кроме того, компания готова изучить возможность создания в Казахстане производств более глубокого передела, подчеркнув, что наиболее эффективные производства целесообразно размещать вблизи источников сырья.Стороны договорились проработать возможные форматы сотрудничества с участием холдинга «Байтерек» и при поддержке казахстанского посольства в Германии.Справочно: GP Günter Papenburg AG – одна из крупнейших частных промышленно-строительных групп Германии с более чем 160-летней историей. Холдинг работает в сферах добычи сырья, производства строительных материалов, строительства зданий, автомобильных и железных дорог, торговли техникой, логистики и утилизации отходов.Группа объединяет 61 дочернюю компанию, формируя единую производственно-логистическую экосистему, и обладает опытом реализации международных проектов. В Казахстане Papenburg принимала участие в строительстве автобана Астана – Боровое, что подтверждает ее компетенции в реализации крупных инфраструктурных проектов.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1205307?lang=kk

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SkopjeIn implementation of the instructions given by the Head of State following the negotiations between the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the President of the Republic of North Macedonia, held in May 2025 on the sidelines of the Astana International Forum 2025, the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Arman Shakkaliyev, visited Skopje on a working visit aimed at developing trade and economic cooperation between the two countries.During the visit, the President of the Republic of North Macedonia, G. Siljanovska-Davkova, received the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, A. Shakkaliyev. During the meeting, the President was briefed on the development of trade and economic cooperation and prospects for its expansion.G. Siljanovska-Davkova, warmly recalling her visit to Astana in May 2025, conveyed best wishes to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and the people of Kazakhstan, also noting the recent meeting of the heads of state on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomatic Forum and emphasizing the importance of further developing international dialogue.An important item on the visit's agenda was the negotiations between Minister A. Shakkaliyev and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Timčo Mucunski. The parties substantively discussed the current state and prospects for the development of bilateral trade. Particular attention was paid to creating conditions for sustainable growth in trade turnover.Following the business forum, which gathered over 100 Macedonian and a number of Kazakh companies (including "QazTrade", "KazakhInvest"), an Agreement on the establishment of a Business Council between the Foreign Trade Chamber of Kazakhstan and the Economic Chamber of North Macedonia was signed, as well as a Memorandum of Cooperation between JSC "QazTrade Trade Policy Development Center" and the Agency of North Macedonia for Investment Attraction and Export Promotion, aimed at implementing joint business projects.Furthermore, following the business forum, commercial documents worth approximately 500 million tenge were signed.During the visit to Skopje, Minister A. Shakkaliyev visited the "Bunardzik" complex (Technological Industrial Development Zone TIDZ), a specialized center for environmentally friendly production and advanced technologies.Continuing the visit, meetings were held in Istanbul with representatives of major Turkish businesses, including Orzax Group (production of dietary supplements), Roz Metal (metallurgy, aluminum and copper products) and Safi Holding (food industry, including sugar production). During the negotiations, the companies expressed interest in expanding their presence in Kazakhstan, implementing investment projects, localizing production, and developing industrial cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1205121?lang=kk