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The step–by–step modernization of the KAZ19 Kostanay–Rudny –Denisovka-Komsomolskoye-Karabutak highway continues in Kostanay region. All work is carried out as part of the execution of the order of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the development of the country's transport infrastructure.One of the most striking examples of the implementation of this task was the 5.1 km long reconstruction project completed in 2021. The work was carried out by Kostanay Zholdary LLP, the total investment amounted to 4.5 billion tenge. Thanks to this segment, the highway was transferred from the III to the I-B technical category, which significantly increased safety and comfort for motorists.This year, active work continues: the average repair of the section from the Rudny overpass to the intersection with Abai Avenue in Kostanay has begun. The length of the site is 31.5 km, and the contractor is ABZ Plus LLP. The project cost is 6.7 billion tenge. As part of the renovation, two layers of new asphalt concrete pavement are being laid. To date, the laying of the lower layer has already been completed on the right side for 28.2 km (90%) and on the left side for 10.2 km (32%). All work is scheduled to be completed in October 2025.Special attention is paid to street lighting in the direction of Kostanay – Rudny. In 2024, one kilometer of lighting line will be installed in the area of the Kunai residential area. In 2025, as part of the renovation, another 3.8 km of street lighting will be built from Kostanay to Kunai railway station.In addition, lighting is currently being designed for a 25 km section from the Kunai railway station to the city of Rudny. Construction and installation work is scheduled to begin in August and be completed by the end of December 2025.All this is part of a systematic effort aimed at improving the quality of roads and developing the region's infrastructure. Improving transport accessibility, improving road safety and creating comfortable conditions for residents are the key priorities identified by the Head of State.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1017534?lang=kk

Tumar Innovation Hub, in partnership with DIFC and supported by Astana Hub and IT Park Uzbekistan, is opening doors for Central Asian founders. This fall, the UAE will host the first-ever acceleration program tailored for startups from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, helping them localize, scale, and access opportunities across the MENA region.The program will run from mid-September to mid-November 2025, and the application starts now.Application is available at the link: https://tumarhub.com/acceleration1 Deadline: June 20This is the new initiative by Central Asian Innovation Hub to boost top startups from the region on the global market. The UAE is a key political and economic partner of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in the Gulf region. In recent years, Dubai has become a magnet for the best technology companies all over the world, and the launch of the Digital Startups Scale Up Program supports the goal to raise IT exports to 1bln USD in the upcoming years.The acceleration program consists of a pre-selection and selection phase, a preparation phase, a program phase, Demo Day, and a post-program phase. To be considered for participation, startups have to meet the following requirements:A mature startup with sustainable traction in the country of residencePreparedness to localize the company’s operations, team, and product for the UAE and MENA marketA compelling pitch deck outlining the rationale and strategic fit for expansion into the UAEAvailability of resources to relocate a founder or co-founder to the UAE for the full 8-week duration of the programAfter the company registration process in the UAE, chosen startups will join an 8-week acceleration program prepared by the top market experts from DIFC Innovation Hub.Key components of the program include:A series of curated mentoring and educational sessionsBusiness development support, including introductions to potential clients, investors, and corporate partnersExpert and regulatory guidance on market entry into the UAESupport in product localization and go-to-market strategyAccess to the co-working space based on the DIFC Innovation Hub.The Demo Day at the end of November will host a final startup pitch where the best graduates of the program will be chosen. The top startups can receive investments and future support from the program’s partners. Also, all of the participants will get a free year of residency in Tumar Innovation Hub in the UAE.In April, at Dubai AI Week, Astana Hub, IT Park Uzbekistan, DIFC Innovation Hub, and Al-Farabi Innovation Hub signed an MoU. Under this memorandum, Tumar Innovation Hub is launched in Dubai, starting its first acceleration program in the fall of 2025. The initiatives will provide startups from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan with access to the MENA market: access to capital, workspaces, and a mentor network. Tumar Innovation Hub is powered by Aslan Sultanov and White Hill Capital, a managing company for Tumar VC and two Innovation Hubs in MENA.Essa Kazim, Governor of DIFC, and Madiyev Zhaslan, the Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, became witnesses of the ceremony.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/1017522?lang=kk

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Astana, June 12, 2025 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted a regular meeting of the subgroup of the Consultative and Advisory Body “Dialogue Platform on the Human Dimension”. The event was attended by the Deputy Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, deputies of the Mazhilis of Parliament, representatives of the National Center for Human Rights, relevant ministries, Kazakh human rights NGOs, as well as guests of the platform – representatives of the United Nations Development Programme.The meeting was held in the lead-up to the review of Kazakhstan’s National Report on the implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights at the 144th session of the UN Human Rights Committee, scheduled for June 24-25, 2025. Participants discussed a wide range of human rights issues, including the right to freedom of thought, conscience, and religion, censorship, freedom of peaceful assembly and association, freedom of expression, women’s rights, as well as the rights of underage girls and adolescents.The meeting was co-chaired by Alua Nadirkulova, Ambassador at Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, and Botagoz Zhakselekova, Vice-Minister of Justice of Kazakhstan.Over the past five years, Kazakhstan has implemented large-scale political reforms in the field of human rights and is currently continuing its consistent efforts to strengthen relevant mechanisms. In this context, participants discussed the draft law on amendments and additions to certain legislative acts of the Republic of Kazakhstan aimed at optimizing the Criminal, Criminal Procedure, and Penal Enforcement Codes. Given that this draft law is the most comprehensive initiative of the current parliamentary session, it was emphasized that its key provisions are aimed at strengthening the protection of the rights of citizens and entrepreneurs, expanding the role of defense attorneys in criminal proceedings, streamlining criminal justice procedures, and introducing criminal liability for stalking (harassment and intimidation), illegal issuance of bank cards and accounts, as well as forced marriage.In her remarks, Vice Minister Zhakselekova emphasized Kazakhstan’s commitment to open dialogue on pressing issues in society and the importance of the views of NGOs. She also noted that the previous review of the National Report of the Republic of Kazakhstan took place in June 2016, and the upcoming presentation of the report in June 2025 will cover an eight-year period and a broad range of issues.Overall, the agenda topics were discussed in an open and constructive manner. Representatives of governmental bodies and NGOs had the opportunity to exchange views on further enhancing human rights protection mechanisms in the country.The Consultative and Advisory Body “Dialogue Platform on the Human Dimension” was established in 2013 at the initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The platform serves as an effective mechanism for fostering dialogue between the state and civil society. It provides a space for discussing pressing human rights issues, with the participation of observers from international organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1017436?lang=kk

Astana, June 12, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yermukhambet Konuspayev, met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Moldova to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Ştefan Gorda.During the meeting, Deputy Minister Konuspayev congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment and the opening of the Embassy of Moldova in Astana. In this regard, he wished to the Ambassador success and expressed confidence that the Embassy’s activities would contribute to further strengthening cooperation and expanding areas of interaction and partnership between the two countries.The interlocutors discussed the current state and future prospects of Kazakhstan-Moldova cooperation, as well as coordinated plans for upcoming high-level events this year.From his part, the Ambassador of Moldova expressed gratitude to the Kazakh side for the warm welcome and expressed his readiness to make every effort to enhance bilateral relations in the spirit of friendship and partnership.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1017400?lang=kk

During the meeting, topical issues of countering drug addiction and drug crime were discussed, effective forms of preventive work were discussed, including the introduction of "free microphone" initiatives, the involvement of bloggers and proposals for conducting rapid tests at home.The meeting was chaired by Murat Sandybayev, Chief of Staff of the Akim of Kostanay region. The event was attended by representatives of law enforcement and government agencies, the Council for the Prevention of Drug Offenses of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, educational institutions, youth organizations and the media.Sergey Ilinykh, Deputy Head of the Second Department of the CPN of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, informed about the drug situation in the country for 5 months of 2025, more than 3,320 drug violations were registered in the republic, and more than 3.3 tons of drugs were seized. The activities of more than 7.5 thousand Internet resources distributing prohibited substances have been suppressed.According to Daniyar Dandybayev, head of the Police Department of Kostanay region, there has been an increase in the number of drug crimes in the region by almost 24%. Over 46 kg of narcotic drugs were seized from illicit traffic, 8 illegal phytolabs were liquidated.Preventive measures among young people, the employment of minors in the summer, as well as issues of interdepartmental cooperation were discussed.Deputy head of the Regional Education Department Danagul Syundikova said that this year over 5.6 thousand preventive measures have been organized, in which more than 85 thousand students and 43 thousand parents took part.Dinara Karymsakova, acting head of the Department of Public Development of the region, reported on regular preventive work among university students: lectures, debates, meetings, flash mobs and other events are held. Over 70% of the student youth of Kostanay region participate in the activities of creative, intellectual and sports clubs, which has a positive impact on the formation of sustainable anti-drug attitudes and values.According to Acting head of the Regional Health Department Zhanna Kozybayeva, health officials have developed a plan for drug addiction prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and social support for 2025. To strengthen interdepartmental cooperation on prevention, drug monitoring and the provision of specialized assistance to the population, the Kostanay Regional Mental Health Center has signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Regional Educational and Methodological Center for Psychological Support and Educational Work, which is aimed at working with minors with problematic behaviors, at risk for substance use and in need of psychological support.- pedagogical support.In addition to the main areas of anti-drug work, special attention is paid to events dedicated to the International Day against Drug Addiction. These actions are aimed at raising public awareness and promoting a healthy lifestyle among the population. On June 26, a large-scale action dedicated to the International Day against Drug Addiction will be organized in the regional center with the support of all interested government agencies.During the discussion, it was noted that despite the preventive measures taken to combat drug addiction, this area requires further strengthening and systematic interdepartmental work, with an emphasis on youth and vulnerable groups of the population.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1017269?lang=kk

В ЗКО задержан вор-гастролер, подозреваемый в совершении кражи на сумму 1,6 млн тенге.Сотрудниками полиции задержан подозреваемый в совершении кражи в период с 11 мая по 8 июня в Уральске.Установлено, что подозреваемый арендовал одну из комнат в квартире, где проживала потерпевшая. Воспользовавшись доверительной обстановкой и свободным доступом, он тайно похитил денежные средства в размере 500 тысяч тенге, а также ювелирные изделия: четыре золотых кольца и серьги, серебряное кольцо и цепочку ручной работы. Общий ущерб составил 1 млн 600 тысяч тенге.В ходе розыскных мероприятий сотрудники полиции задержали злоумышленника. Им оказался молодой парень 2006 года рождения, уроженец Жамбылской области, который ранее неонакратно был судим за совершение аналогичных преступлении на терр тории Алматы и Актау. Часть похищенного изъята.По данному факту возбуждено уголовное дело. Проводятся следственные действия.Полиция призывает граждан проявлять бдительность при сдаче жилья в аренду, а также ограничивать доступ к личным ценностям посторонним лицам.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/1017129?lang=kk

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The Department of Culture of the Akimat of Kostanay region announces a republican creative competition among sculptors for the best working projects of the building in honor of the 140th anniversary of the birth of poet and writer Mirzhakyp Dulatov.The purpose of the competition is to determine the best working designs of structures in the amount of at least three works.Work projects are accepted from the moment of publication of the announcement within a month.Detailed conditions of the republican creative contest for the best work projects are posted on the websites https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanai-madeniet?lang=ru, https://murakst.kz.Terms of the contest.For more information, please call: 8 (7142) 54-10-29, 54-10-69 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1016739?lang=kk

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Astana, June 11, 2025 – As part of implementation of the Cooperation Plan between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan and Belarus consultations on foreign policy planning issues were held at department directors’ level.The Kazakh side was represented by Alim Kirabayev, Director of the Department of Foreign Policy Analysis and Strategic Planning of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, and the Belarusian side was represented by Vyacheslav Kachanov, Head of the Main Information and Analytical Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus.During consultations, parties exchanged experience in foreign policy planning field, “compared notes” on current issues on the international and regional agenda, and confirmed the strategic nature of relations between the countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1016550?lang=kk

Kostanay region is actively implementing large-scale reforms in the healthcare sector aimed at improving the availability and quality of medical care. All initiatives are being implemented in accordance with the instructions of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan and cover key areas: from infrastructure modernization and digitalization to personnel strengthening.New infrastructure — closer to the patientThere are 450 public and 22 private medical institutions in the region. Today, Kostanay region is entering an active phase of transformation of the medical system, focused on practical results.One of the significant projects will be the opening of a new polyclinic No. 6 in the Yubileyny microdistrict of Kostanay. The facility was built at the expense of private investments in the amount of 5 billion tenge and is designed to serve over 30 thousand people. This will significantly relieve the burden on existing institutions and increase the availability of primary health care.Major repairs of the maternity hospital of Arkalyk regional hospital are being completed as part of the national project "Modernization of rural healthcare". The project cost is 1.2 billion tenge. In addition, more than 1 billion tenge was allocated for the reconstruction of a polyclinic in the city of Zhitikara, with a total area of more than 5,300 square meters.Modern equipment is the basis of diagnosis and treatmentBy the end of this year, medical institutions in the region will receive new equipment worth 7.2 billion tenge. The list includes:sanitary vehicles,anesthesia and respiratory equipment,ventilators,inpatient ultrasound of expert class,video endoscopic and X-ray equipment,angiographic installations and other high-tech systems.These purchases will significantly expand the diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities of healthcare institutions.Human resources decide everything: support and involvement of specialistsThe region's healthcare system employs over 14,000 medical workers, including1,855 doctorsand 5,741 mid-level specialists.,2,641 representatives of junior medical staff,3,560 other employees.In 2025, the region was replenished with 57 doctors and 137 secondary specialists. Lifting payments and additional support measures are provided to attract young professionals.Digitalization is a step into the futureMedical institutions are switching to digital solutions: electronic outpatient cards, temporary disability sheets, automated accounting systems, and telemedicine consultations are being introduced. This is especially true in remote areas where face-to-face admission is limited.Special attention is paid to the Social Wallet project in the eGov Mobile application. Through it, patients receive free medicines with electronic prescriptions. Since the beginning of the implementation, over 330 thousand prescriptions have been written, of which about 76% are using a QR code.The patient is at the center of the systemThe reforms are aimed at introducing the principle of patient-centricity: reducing queues, improving communication between doctors and patients, and increasing trust in the system. Citizens' satisfaction surveys are regularly conducted, on the basis of which management decisions are made. A patient support service is available for feedback.Kostanay region demonstrates a systematic and sustainable approach to healthcare reform. The main pillars are investments, modern technologies and human capital. The main goal is to make medical care truly affordable, high—quality and modern for every resident of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1016464?lang=kk

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Фонд развития предпринимательства «Даму» при поддержке холдинга «Байтерек» и Министерства национальной экономики объявляет о запуске новой программы льготного кредитования «Өрлеу».Данный инструмент направлен на поддержку микро-, малого и среднего бизнеса. Приоритетные сектора экономики для льготного кредитования – обрабатывающая промышленность, транспорт и складирование, туризм, образование, здравоохранение.По новой программе льготного кредитования ставка вознаграждения для конечного заемщика составит не более 12,6% годовых. Общий объем средств по программе составит 750 млрд тенге, из которых 300 млрд тенге будут выделены Фондом, а 450 млрд тенге – привлечены в рамках софинансирования со стороны банков второго уровня.Программа «Өрлеу» предусматривает выдачу льготных займов на инвестиционные цели, пополнение оборотных средств и рефинансирование действующих кредитов, выданных не ранее 1 января 2025 года.Основные условия:максимальная сумма займа - до 7 млрд тенге на инвестиции, до 3,5 млрд тенге на оборотные средства;ставка вознаграждения - не более 12,6% годовых;срок финансирования:- до 10 лет на инвестиционные цели,- на пополнение оборотных средств – не более 3 лет,- на рефинансирование кредитов - не более остатка срока финансируемой задолженности.Программа «Өрлеу» нацелена на стимулирование предпринимательской деятельности через предоставление льготных кредитов в приоритетных секторах экономики. Это:- обрабатывающая промышленность (в том числе производство продуктов питания, текстильных изделий, одежды, продуктов химической промышленности, основных фармацевтических продуктов и фармацевтических препаратов, резиновых и пластмассовых изделий, электрического оборудования, мебели и др.),- транспорт и складирование (грузовые и пассажирские перевозки, услуги складирования и др.), - туризм (предоставление услуг гостиницами, кемпингами и др.), - образование (школьное и дошкольное, имеющие государственные заказы),- здравоохранение (медцентры, многопрофильные клиники).Для участия в программе «Өрлеу» предпринимателям необходимо обращаться непосредственно к кредиторам. На данном этапе соответствующие соглашения подписаны с Freedom Bank, Банк ЦентрКредит и Halyk bank.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1015883?lang=kk

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