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During the meeting with the Deputy Chairman of the People's Bank of China, Mr. Lu Lei, the parties exchanged views on the current situation in international financial markets, the development of bilateral financial cooperation, and agreed to collaborate on the issuance of panda bonds in the Chinese market.Mr. Kengbeil and the Vice President of the Export-Import Bank of China, Mr. Wang Kang, discussed the financing and implementation of investment projects in Kazakhstan, including the construction of a water pipeline from the K.I. Satpayev Canal to Astana with Pumping and Filtration Station №4, the development of new metro lines in Almaty, and the modernization of customs infrastructure at border checkpoints.Additionally, the meeting with AIIB's Chief Investment Officer,Mr. Konstantin Limitovskiy, focused on economic cooperation, the signing of a Framework Partnership Agreement, and the development of a new budget support program.Following the meetings, the parties expressed confidence in the successful implementation of joint projects, the further development of partnerships, and the achievement of mutually beneficial goals.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/959674

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Tokyo, March 18, 2025 – During an official visit to Japan, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held meetings with representatives of business circles of the country.The Minister got acquainted with the implementation of projects of Japanese companies in Kazakhstan in the field of industry, digitalization, decarbonisation, transport and logistics. Japan, which has invested more than 8 billion US dollars in the economy of Kazakhstan, is among the top ten largest investors in our country.He also spoke in detail about the reforms being carried out in the country to create a favorable investment climate, calling on Japanese companies to invest in new sectors of the economy in Kazakhstan.At the meeting with Akira Terakawa, Vice President of Marubeni, they discussed the company’s activities in Kazakhstan, as well as an exchange of views on improving the investment attractiveness of the economy, given the role of the company as a member of the Foreign Investment Council under the President of Kazakhstan and co-chairman of the Kazakhstan-Japan Committee on Economic Cooperation.The discussion with Nobuhiko Murakami, Chairman of the Board of Toyota Tsusho, focused on attracting Japanese capital and innovative technologies through the implementation of joint projects in the field of digital infrastructure development and energy saving. In particular, such promising areas as the implementation of projects in the field of stabilization of electric networks, as well as potential niches for the introduction of digital infrastructure were considered.Amy Komai, Executive Director of Komaihaltec Inc., informed about the company’s projects in Kazakhstan in the field of green energy under the JCM (Joint Crediting Mechanism). Representatives of the company will soon visit Turkestan region to develop and create an autonomous power supply system based on wind turbines.The issues of cargo transportation from Japan to Europe through the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TMTM, Middle Corridor) were discussed in detail with Masahiro Tsutsui, President of Nissin. He expressed high interest in the realization of transport and logistics activities within the Middle Corridor, sharing his opinion on possible solutions to reduce the period of cargo transportation through this route.During the meetings with the business community, willingness to provide the necessary assistance to Japanese business in the implementation of investment activities in Kazakhstan was expressed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/959435

Bucharest, March 17, 2025 – The prospects of establishing a strategic partnership between Kazakhstan and Romania became the key topic on the agenda of the 8th round of political consultations held today in Bucharest. The Kazakh side was represented by Deputy Foreign Minister Roman Vassilenko, while the Romanian side was represented by State Secretary for Strategic Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ana Tinca.In the course of the discussion, the diplomats addressed a broad range of issues, including the deepening of political dialogue, the strengthening of trade and economic ties, and the development of investment cooperation. In addition, they exchanged views on current issues on the global and regional agendas.The Kazakh diplomat emphasized the importance of Romania as a partner of Kazakhstan in South-Eastern Europe and the European Union as a whole. “Today we discussed joint steps to unlock the full potential of Kazakh-Romanian relations with the prospect of bringing them to the level of strategic partnership,” said Vassilenko.It is important to note that particular attention was paid to the qualitative realization of the agreements reached following the negotiations of the presidents of Kazakhstan and Romania on the margins of the UNGA (September 2023), as well as the first official visit of the Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Murat Nurtleu, to Bucharest (December 2023).The parties involved engaged in discourse on the advancement of interaction within the framework of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with the EU, in addition to the EU Strategy for Central Asia.The matter of trade, economic and investment cooperation between the two countries was a salient issue in the discourse, given Romania’s position as the 10th largest global trade partner. “Cooperation between our countries should not be limited only to partnership in the energy sector, there is a significant potential for development in the transportation and logistics sector within the framework of the Global Gateway initiative,” said Deputy Minister Vassilenko.In turn, Tinca emphasized that Romania attaches great importance to its partnership with Kazakhstan, an important political and economic partner of the country in Central Asia. “Bucharest is interested in expanding interaction on key issues on the bilateral and international agenda, including exchange of the highest and high-level visits, regional security, development of trade corridors, as well as expanding cooperation in energy, defense and agriculture,” the Romanian diplomat said.During the meeting with Florin Spătaru, State Counsellor for Economic Affairs at the Romanian Prime Minister’s Office, the sides agreed to continue implementing concrete steps to deepen the transport, logistics and energy cooperation, including projects in the nuclear field.At a meeting held on the same day with the State Secretary of the Romanian Ministry of Energy, Pavel Nițulescu, Deputy Minister Vassilenko noted that Kazakhstan, as one of the world’s leading exporters of oil and gas, considers Bucharest a strategic partner in Europe for the supply of energy carriers and the implementation of joint infrastructure projects aimed at realizing the principles of the “green” economy. Nițulescu emphasised that Romania is interested in long-term cooperation with Kazakhstan, which plays an important role in ensuring the country’s energy security.Prospects for cooperation in the banking and financial sector, as well as securing KazMunayGas International’s interests in tax matters, were important topics of the talks with the State Secretary of the Ministry of Finance of Romania, Raduly Kalman.During talks with Titus Corlățean, Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Romanian Parliament’s Senate, the two sides agreed to intensify interparliamentary dialogue at the level of foreign affairs committees and friendship groups. It was underlined that the legislative bodies of both countries play an important role in developing not only political dialogue but also trade, economic and humanitarian relations. In general, the talks in Bucharest confirmed the high level of bilateral interaction and laid the foundations for the establishment of a strategic partnership which will open up new niches for sustainable economic growth and the strengthening of the international positions of both countries.For reference: Romania is Kazakhstan’s No.1 trade and investment partner in the region of Central and South-Eastern Europe, ranking 5th in Europe and 10th in the world among all trading partners. Trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Romania for 2024 amounted to 2.92 billion US dollars (exports – 2.78 billion, imports – 138 million), which is 1.6% more than in 2023 (2.87 billion dollars). Gross inflow of investments from Romania into the economy of Kazakhstan – 1.57 billion dollars (from 2005 to Q3 2023). There are about 40 companies with Romanian participation in Kazakhstan, and 35 legal entities with Kazakh capital in Romania.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/959193

Tokyo, March 17, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu has arrived in Japan for an official visit.As part of the trip, the Kazakh Foreign Minister met with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The two sides discussed the current state and future development of the Kazakh-Japanese extended strategic partnership in trade, economic, and cultural-humanitarian areas, as well as cooperation within international organizations.Minister Nurtleu conveyed to the Prime Minister the words of greetings and best wishes from the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. He reaffirmed Astana’s strong commitment to further deepening bilateral ties.“Japan is one of Kazakhstan’s key partners in the Asia-Pacific region. We are committed to expanding trade, economic, and investment collaboration with Tokyo,” said the Kazakh Foreign Minister.In response, Prime Minister Ishiba emphasized Japan’s firm intention to enhance comprehensive cooperation with Kazakhstan.Particular attention was given to advancing cooperation within the "Central Asia + Japan" Dialogue and the preparation for the first summit. The parties also underscored the importance of maintaining regular high-level engagements.At the conclusion of the meeting, the interlocutors expressed their mutual desire to give a new impetus to bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/958829

Tokyo, March 17, 2025 – As part of his official visit to Japan, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Takeshi Iwaya.The parties discussed key issues of enhancing political dialogue at the highest and high levels, as well as deepening trade, economic, investment, and cultural ties.The ministers emphasized that Kazakhstan and Japan have reached the level of an expanded strategic partnership within a relatively short historical period.“Over the past three decades, we have established a strong political dialogue, built mutually beneficial economic cooperation, and fostered close cultural and humanitarian connections,” noted Nurtleu.Special attention was paid to economic cooperation. Japan ranks among the top ten largest foreign investors in Kazakhstan, with total investments since 1993 amounting to 8 billion US dollars. In 2024, bilateral trade turnover reached nearly 2 billion dollars, while around 60 Japanese companies, including Sumitomo, Marubeni, Toshiba, Mitsui, and others, successfully operate in Kazakhstan.In this regard, the Kazakh side invited Japanese businesses to participate in joint investment projects in the fields of industry, energy, transport, and logistics.The discussion also covered cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy. The parties agreed to collaborate on ensuring nuclear facility safety and training qualified personnel in the nuclear energy sector.The foreign ministers exchanged views on pressing regional and global issues and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening engagement between their foreign ministries.Minister Nurtleu emphasized the importance of advancing the “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue as a key platform for discussing priority areas of cooperation.The Kazakh Foreign Minister also expressed gratitude to the Japanese side for its support and co-sponsorship of Kazakhstan’s resolution on establishing a UN Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan.Additionally, both sides confirmed their mutual desire to boost cultural and humanitarian collaboration. Minister Nurtleu extended his best wishes for the successful hosting of EXPO 2025 in Osaka, highlighting Kazakhstan’s intention to participate actively at a high level.Minister Iwaya reaffirmed Japan’s commitment to deepening cooperation with Kazakhstan, which remains a key strategic partner for Tokyo.Following the meeting, the Action Plan between the Foreign Ministries of Kazakhstan and Japan for 2025-2026 was signed, outlining the priority areas for further engagement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/958933

Tokyo, March 17, 2025 – During an official visit to Japan, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held meetings with the Secretary General of the Cabinet of Ministers of Japan Yoshimasa Hayashi, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Yoji Muto, as well as with the Chairman of the Japanese Parliamentary Friendship League with Kazakhstan Toshiaki Endo.During the talks with Secretary General Hayashi a wide range of topical issues of bilateral political and economic cooperation was discussed. Particular attention was paid to cooperation in transportation and logistics, energy and industry. In addition, there was an exchange of views on key aspects of the international and regional agenda.“Japan is our reliable friend and time-tested partner. Kazakhstan is committed to the further development of an expanded strategic partnership with Japan, which meets the national interests of both countries,” the Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized.The talks with Minister Muto were focused on the prospects of trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Japan. Minister Nurtleu noted the significant potential for expanding investment, scientific and technical cooperation, as well as the implementation of joint projects in the field of decarbonization.The parties indicated a high mutual interest for cooperation in the field of critical metals, transport and logistics, as well as the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route. In this context, the important coordinating role of the Joint Commission of the Intergovernmental and Private Sectors of Kazakhstan and Japan on Economic Cooperation was emphasized, the meeting of which was proposed to be held this year in Astana.During the meeting with Deputy Endo and members of the Japanese Parliamentary Friendship League with Kazakhstan key aspects of bilateral inter-parliamentary cooperation, including assistance of legislative bodies to the development of trade and economic ties, and cultural and humanitarian projects were discussed.Kazakh Foreign Minister noted the high level of trusting dialog between the two countries and expressed gratitude to the Japanese side for active support in strengthening the strategic partnership.The parties confirmed the desire to further expand cooperation in all key areas, including innovative areas of cooperation in the field of digitalization, AI, green economy and others.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/958950

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A meeting of the national headquarters to coordinate flood prevention and response efforts took place today, chaired by Kazakhstan's Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. Currently, the Shardara reservoir is releasing 500 cubic meters of water per second into the lower Syrdarya River, with 200 cubic meters directed to the Koksarai water regulator, while the region is receiving 378 cubic meters per second. A comprehensive strategy to mitigate potential flooding has been established, along with a plan for managing large water flows in the Syrdarya during the winter-spring season of 2024-2025.The river's water levels are controlled by channeling it into a network of main canals and lakes. Designated agencies, equipped with specialized tools and resources, have been assigned to flood-prone areas. Essential flood management equipment and evacuation sites have been set up, with local authorities, emergency services, and water management experts on constant alert.The regional budget has allocated KZT 139 million, and two helicopters are on standby as per an agreement with JSC Kazaviakutkaru. Additionally, a contract has been signed for ice blasting operations. Last year, KZT 130 million 500 thousand was allocated for protective dam work at three locations, and 20 sites have been repaired using funds from alternative sources. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/956190

Istanbul, March 12, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev participated in the 5th meeting of the Coordination Committee of Turkic Cooperation Organizations.Deputy foreign ministers of the member countries of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) and heads of Turkic cooperation organizations, in particular, the International Turkic Culture Organization, the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic States, the Turkic Academy, the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation, and the Turkic Investment Fund took part in the meeting of the Coordination Committee.The heads of organizations provided reports on their work and plans for their future activities.During the meeting, Deputy Minister Bakayev stressed the importance of timely and qualitative implementation of instructions of the heads of state given on the results of the summits held in 2024 in Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan, as well as the need to increase the efficiency of organizations.At the same time, a flag-raising ceremony of the Organization was held in front of the OTG Secretariat building with the participation of the heads of delegations, which was adopted as a result of the 11th OTG Summit on November 6, 2024.In addition, the Deputy Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan held a bilateral meeting with his Turkish counterpart Ayşe Berris Ekinci, where they discussed topical issues of Kazakh-Turkish relations and the schedule of events at the highest and high levels.The results of the events determined the directions of activity of Turkic cooperation organizations and confirmed the mutual interest of the parties in solving topical issues on the agenda. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/957638

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На очередном заседании штаба по обеспечению экономического роста под председательством заместителя Премьер-министра РК – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина рассмотрели отрасль ЖКХ и инвестиционные показатели самых густонаселенных областей Казахстана – Алматинской и Туркестанской. Построить не менее 19 млн квадратных метров жилья – такая задача стоит в этом году перед Министерством промышленности и регионами. На заседании штаба было отмечено, что за первые два месяца 2025 года в Казахстане введены в эксплуатацию 1,9 млн квадратных метров жилья. Это на 6,8% ниже, чем за январь-февраль 2024-го. Из них 1,2 млн квадратных метров – в многоквартирных домах, 713 тыс. квадратных метров – в частных. Как отметил на заседании штаба зампредседателя Комитета по делам строительства и ЖКХ Министерства промышленности и строительства Канат Мынбаев, Отставание по темпам строительства обусловлено сезонностью, с наступлением тепла показатели будут компенсированы. В Алматинской области при объеме инвестиций в основной капитал в 2024 году в размере 980 млрд тенге (80% частных, 20% - бюджетных) KPI на 2025 год – 1,35 трлн тенге. По предварительным данным, объем прямых иностранных инвестиций в 2024 году составит $541 млн, KPI на 2025 – $532 млн. За два месяца этого года уже привлечено 89 млрд тенге инвестиций, что на 16% больше в сравнении с аналогичным периодом прошлого года. Основная доля инвестиций – внебюджетные средства. Наиболее привлекательными для вложений инвестиций в области являются промышленность (32%), недвижимое имущество (22%), транспорт и складирование (16%), образование (17%) . В настоящее время инвестпортфель области составляет 200 проектов на 6,3 трлн тенге с созданием 57 тыс. рабочих мест. Из них в 2025-м будут введены 35 проектов стоимостью 303 млрд тенге на 4,8 тыс. рабочих мест. На заседании штаба аким Алматинской области Марат Султангазиев поднял ряд проблемных вопросов, замедляющих реализацию инвестпроектов. Одна из них связана с корректировкой генплана Алатау, из-за чего 11 проектов, пять из которых уже находятся в активной фазе реализации, не могут получить разрешительные документы для проектирования и строительства. Вице-премьер дал поручение МПС разрешить этот вопрос в ближайшее время.Еще один проект – строительство рыбопромышленного комплекса – приостановил дальнейшие этапы расширения мощностей производства из-за уменьшения лимитов по инвестсубсидиям. После ввода в эксплуатацию 1 этапа на сумму 9,5 млрд тенге мощностью 1 тыс. тонн остальные 9 этапов стоимостью 70 млрд тенге приостановились из-за неясности с дальнейшим возмещением со стороны государства инвестиционных вложений. Вице-премьер поручил МСХ пересмотреть лимиты по проекту рыбной продукции, чтобы инвестор мог продолжить строительство комплекса. Также на заседании были рассмотрены вопросы выделения земельных участков, подведения инфраструктуры, строительства дороги к ряду туристических объектов Алматинской области.Туркестанская область активно развивается по кластерному типу. В настоящее время в регионе сформированы три крупных кластера – хлопчатобумажный (5 проектов на 197 млрд тг), кукурузный (увеличение объемов выращивания кукурузы на 30% к 2030 году и запуск крахмало-паточного завода) и мясной (5 проектов на 43 млрд тенге). В целом по области в портфель инвестпроектов на 2024-2027 год входят 145 проектов на 2,5 трлн тенге, с реализацией которых ожидается создание 20,3 тыс. новых рабочих мест и 100 млрд тенге дополнительных налоговых поступлений. Из этого числа в 2024 году уже реализованы 57 инвестпроектов на сумму 137 млрд тенге с созданием более 2,2 тыс. новых рабочих мест, в 2025-м ожидается ввод в эксплуатацию еще 57 проектов на 322 млрд тенге с 6,9 тыс. новых рабочих мест. Только в сельском хозяйстве запланированы 68 проектов на 423,7 млрд тенге, с созданием более 9,2 тыс. новых рабочих мест. По итогам заседания штаба Серик Жумангарин обратился ко всем регионам, поставив задачу своевременно выделять финансирование инвестпроектам из местного бюджета. Со стороны республиканского бюджета все запланированные трансферты также будут направляться в установленные сроки. «В этом году необходимо принять все меры для дополнительного экономического роста, выше ПСЭР. Для этого направляем 1 трлн тенге через холдинг Байтерек для кредитования крупного бизнеса и МСБ на 8 трлн тенге. Самое пристальное внимание – проектам переработки, дающим высокий ВДС. Минэкономики сделали для каждого региона декомпозицию по росту индексов физического объема каждой отрасли, МПС вскоре доведет до вас аналогичную схему по достижению объемов строительства жилья в 19 млн квадратных метров. И все поставленные индикаторы нужно обеспечить в заданные сроки», — отметил Серик Жумангарин.https://primeminister.kz/ru/news/vvod-19-mln-kvadratnykh-metrov-zhilya-i-investitsionnyy-rost-samykh-gustonaselennykh-oblastey-kazakhstana-rassmotreli-v-pravitelstve-29808 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/956947