A delegation of businessmen from Zhejiang Province, People’s Republic of China, visited Akmola Region at the invitation of the regional administration. The purpose of the visit was to develop investment cooperation.In the city of Kokshetau, Deputy Akim of the region, Yernar Zharkeshov, discussed with the delegation a number of projects in the fields of industry, e-commerce, and logistics. Zhejiang is an important province in the People’s Republic of China, with its capital Hangzhou, which hosts the headquarters of technological giants such as Alibaba, DingTalk, and others. It is also the province with the highest number of other major private Chinese companies investing abroad.The Chinese side expressed interest in utilizing the region’s infrastructure as part of the Middle Corridor of the Trans-Caspian route. Special attention was given to the “Aqmola” industrial zone of national importance, which the guests highly appreciated and consider as a site for establishing production facilities.The regional administration provided details about investment preferences and conditions for foreign companies in Kazakhstan and confirmed its readiness to fully support investors and create favorable conditions for the implementation of joint projects. Both sides are considering cooperation in the format of sister regions. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/976987?lang=kk

The Cathedral in Karaganda is a traditional gathering place for organ music lovers. This year's concert season starts on April 27. The program has already been formed before September: organists from different countries are expected to perform – Kazakhstan, Austria, the Czech Republic, Russia and Germany.On April 27, Asel Smagulova, an organist from Astana, winner of international competitions, will be pleased with her playing skills. She is well known to the Karaganda public, she has performed here many times already.Among the announced foreign guests are Franz Reitner and Angelika Kirtz from Austria, Jezabek Tomas from the Czech Republic, Vincent de Paul from Germany.Admission to all organ concerts is free. It starts at the same time at 15:00.The Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Fatima, Mother of All Nations, is located at 32 Shakhterov Ave.You can follow the poster and the concert program on the Instagram page.The organ for the cathedral in Karaganda was made by the Austrian company Pfluger. It contains 32 registers, 1,974 metal pipes and 128 wooden pipes – a total of 2,102 pipes. The instrument is positioned so that the sound fills all corners of the room.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/976892?lang=kk

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Астана, 15 апреля 2025 года – В Министерстве иностранных дел Республики Казахстан состоялись очередные консультации по консульским вопросам между внешнеполитическими ведомствами Казахстана и Туркменистана с участием представителей компетентных органов двух государств.Казахскую делегацию возглавил директор Департамента консульской службы МИД Азамат Аубеков, туркменскую – начальник Департамента консульской службы МИД Довлетмырат Муратов.В ходе консультаций, прошедших в конструктивной и дружественной атмосфере, стороны обсудили состояние двусторонних отношений в консульской сфере. Особое внимание было уделено вопросам защиты прав и интересов физических и юридических лиц, вопросам гражданства, а также условиям взаимных поездок граждан двух стран.По итогам встречи стороны подписали соответствующий протокол и подтвердили готовность к дальнейшему укреплению сотрудничества по всему спектру консульских отношений.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/976812?lang=kk

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On April 15, a meeting dedicated to improving the quality and accessibility of public services for the population was held under the chairmanship of the Akim of Kostanay region. The event was attended by heads of relevant departments, representatives of the branch of the NGO "Government for Citizens", as well as specialists in the field of digitalization.The key theme is quality, not formality.Opening the meeting, the governor of the region stressed that the main task of the authorities is to ensure not just the availability of electronic services, but their uninterrupted, understandable and comfortable operation for every resident. "What matters to people is not that the service is formally provided online, but how convenient and effective it is," he said.Electronic public services: increasing coverage and qualityAccording to the Department of Informatization, over the past three years, the share of electronic services in the region has increased from 91% to 98.3%. A particularly noticeable increase is noted in medicine: now patients can receive test results and issue certificates through the Damumed application. In addition, the processes of car registration, obtaining certificates, replacing driver's licenses, etc. have been simplified.PSC — new building and new standardsDue to numerous complaints from citizens regarding inconveniences when visiting the central PSC at 46 Tauelsizdik St., it was decided to move it to a more spacious building at 114 Tauelsizdik. This will double the service area and solve the parking problem. The administrative block is also moving to a building at 2/2 Mailina Street.Akim instructed the branch of the NGO "Government for Citizens" to equip new premises with modern technology, and the Information management department to prepare a Concept for the modernization of the region's PSCs within a month for coordination with the Ministry of Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Single payment document — until September 1One of the issues discussed was the implementation of a republican project in the region to introduce a unified housing and communal services platform. This system will combine data from various sources and allow you to pay for utilities in one place — online, through second-tier banks.Akim instructed the Department of Energy and Housing and Communal Services to ensure the implementation of a "Single payment Document" by September 1, 2025. "Residents should not collect a bunch of receipts and stand in queues. Everything should be in one place," he stressed.Increased responsibility and quality controlFollowing the meeting, the mayor instructed the heads of all government agencies to strengthen control over the quality of service provision, organize employee training and prevent violations in this area. "Each of our decisions should be checked by a simple question: has it become easier, faster and clearer for a person?" he concluded.Following the results of the half-year, it is planned to hear reports from district mayors and heads of regional departments in this area.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/976742?lang=kk

A meeting of the council of the regional APK was held in Karaganda, where they discussed how to make the anniversary year not only festive, but also meaningful in content. The focus is on the role of youth, the development of volunteerism and scientific initiatives.Akim of the region Ermaganbet Bulekpayev noted that the APK today is not just a symbol of interethnic harmony, but a real instrument of dialogue between society and the state.The Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan of the Karaganda region has made a significant contribution to strengthening national unity. Among its ranks are holders of orders and medals, noted for their active social work.— One of the key events of this year, along with the 80th anniversary of the Victory and the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the country, will be the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of People of Kazakhstan. During this time, the APK has established itself as a unique public institution that promotes the strengthening of national unity and dialogue between the state and society. The Karaganda Assembly has played a significant role in the development of the region," said Ermaganbet Bulekpayev.APK representatives spoke about the ongoing projects and stressed that it is especially important to attract young people today. «Zhastary Assembly» works to create a culture of tolerance, promote traditional values, and engage in public life.Youth is seen as a driver of new initiatives. Ermaganbet Bulekpayev noted that young people should be represented in every ethno-cultural association.It is from her that modern ideas and initiatives should come. The task of the local executive authority is to provide comprehensive support to young people.The scientific work of the APK was also touched upon at the meeting. A conference dedicated to Alimkhan Ermekov will be held in Karaganda this year. The Assembly also actively participates in volunteer actions, supports charity projects and creates a dialogue between generations.— In 30 years, the Assembly has gone beyond its original mission. Today she is engaged in volunteering, charity, and social support. When there were floods last year, the APK was the first to come to the rescue. Recently, the House of Friendship hosted a dialogue between aksakals and youth. This shows that the Assembly has become a platform for intergenerational interaction," said Rustam Buzyakov, a member of the APK scientific expert group. — Peace and stability in the country are the result of her many years of work.At the end of the meeting, commemorative medals were awarded to public figures and representatives of ethno-cultural associations.The chairman of the Greek Cultural Center from Temirtau, Despina Kasapidi, said:— We used to be separate, but today we are one big family. This is the power of the Assembly.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/976649?lang=kk

A prestigious international Kyokushin karate tournament was held in Toyama, Japan. The Karaganda region was represented by 11 fighters. The result is worthy: 16 medals, six of which are gold.Kazakhstan's competitors were the strongest athletes from Japan, Russia, Germany and Korea.– The Karaganda school proved itself vividly. We were able to win six gold medals. This is a great result, especially before the World Cup, which will be held in November in Australia. Five Karaganda athletes have already qualified for it. We are intensively preparing for the main starts of the year," says Timur Rayymbekov, head of the Kyokushin Karate Federation of the Karaganda region.He took the gold himself. Ilya Opalev, Amira Rayymbekova, and Zhanetta Sultanova also took the first place in various disciplines. Vladimir Grinevetsky became the winner twice – in kata and kumite. His power superstroke is recognized as the best in an international tournament.The silver and bronze medalists were Duman Baltabai, Amira Rayymbekova, Aruzhan Maden, Viktor Kuznetsov, Asem Shaugenbai, Jeanetta Sulatnova, Miloslav Parfenov.According to the press service of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Karaganda regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/976479?lang=kk

On April 14, Kostanay hosted the start of the first full-fledged season of the professional women's football championship in the history of Kazakhstan. 14 teams participate in the competition, the composition of which completely repeats the clubs of the men's Premier League. This is a significant step in the development of women's football and domestic sports in general.The opening of the season was held at Kostanay stadium. The Tobol women's team played its first game against the Zhenis team from Astana and won a landslide victory with a score of 3:1. The game was held at a dynamic pace and provoked a lively response from the fans.Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov attended the match and congratulated the team on a successful start to the season.– It is very important that such events take place in our region. This is a historic moment for Kostanay sports. I am sure that the Tobol team has great prospects ahead," said the head of the region.The development of mass and professional sports, as well as the creation of conditions for the self–realization of youth, are the priority areas of the region's work. The holding of the women's championship matches will be an incentive to attract girls to sports and strengthen the sports infrastructure of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/976436?lang=kk

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A meeting of the APK council, chaired by Nurlybek Nalibayev, the head of the regional Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan, was convened to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Assembly. The regional akim extended his congratulations to all attendees on this significant milestone, highlighting the Assembly's role as a representation of unity and camaraderie among the diverse population of Kazakhstan, as well as its crucial contribution to fostering interethnic peace and stability within the nation. He also emphasized the extensive initiatives and efforts undertaken in the region.— In recent years, important projects have been implemented in the region. The pace of construction is growing, new social facilities are being built. Growth has been noted in all key macroeconomic indicators. Today, projects aimed at strengthening the unity of the region's residents are being implemented in the district centers of "Rukhaniyat". In matters of improving the activities of ethnocultural associations of the region, a special role is assigned to the "Kogamdyk Kelisim" offices. In this anniversary year, the construction of a new building of the House of Friendship in Kyzylorda, which will be commissioned at the end of this year, was good news, - said N. Nalibayev.The meeting was attended by Ruslan Kayupov, the head of the regional department of public development; Dilfura Bayraktarova, the deputy chairperson of the regional APK on a voluntary basis; Aitzhan Orazbakov, the head of the scientific and expert group under the regional APK; and Asylbek Zhumabayev, a labor veteran. A group of representatives from ethnocultural associations, public figures, labor veterans, and young leaders were awarded jubilee medals for "30 years of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan." It is worth noting that the region is home to representatives of more than thirty ethnic groups who contribute to the development of the economy, culture, sports, education, and science. The House of Friendship has created all the necessary conditions for the activities of eleven ethnocultural associations under one shanyrak. For the 30th anniversary of the APK, a comprehensive plan of events has been approved, which includes more than 100 events to be organized in the region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/976132?lang=kk

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Today, following the directives of regional leader Nurlybek Nalibayev, the chairman of the regional maslikhat, along with the deputy akims and the head of the akim's office, toured the construction sites in Kyzylorda to observe the ongoing development. Last year, a 1,000-seat arts center was inaugurated, which now serves as the venue for the regional philharmonic, hosting a variety of large-scale concerts featuring pop, symphonic, and traditional music, as well as diverse events. The new terminal at Korkyt Ata airport was financed by an investor, with the Bulat Utemuratov Foundation contributing KZT 16.6 billion and the regional budget providing over KZT 4.3 billion to enhance the necessary infrastructure for the facility.Currently, the reconstruction of bridges over the Zhanadariya, Syzdyk, and Shirkeyli canals is underway. The contractor BSJ Engineering LLC is working on the bridge over the Zhanadariya canal. This crossing is important for city residents, as it provides access to the AutoTsON, the airport, and connects the nearby villages of Amangeldy, Besaryk, Irkol, Kogalykol, Zhetikol, and Aydarly with the regional center. Repairs to the bridges over the Syzdyk and Shirkeyli canals are being carried out by Zhylu 21 LLC. Work is also ongoing to expand a 13.5-kilometer section of the highway into a four-lane road. The working group also visited the construction sites of a pasta and confectionery complex, a stadium for 11,000 people, a physics and mathematics boarding school, and a new building for the music college. The confectionery and pasta complex is being built by Kyzylorda Nan LLP. The facility covers more than six thousand square meters and costs KZT 3.8 billion. The workshops will produce up to 2,520 tons of confectionery per year, as well as more than 15 types of pasta. Currently, the installation of metal structures on the eastern and western stands of the future stadium has been completed, interior decoration is underway, and external stained-glass windows are being erected. Overall, work has been completed on the construction of external walls, the installation of internal utilities, and the installation of a football field. Landscaping of the area will begin soon. Representatives of the working group also reviewed the progress of construction for the physics and mathematics school and the music college.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/976073?lang=kk

Let us remind you that the right to pension benefits from UAPF in connection with leaving for permanent residence outside of Kazakhstan can be used by foreigners and stateless persons who left for permanent residence outside of the country, who have pension savings in UAPF at the expense of compulsory, compulsory occupational pension contributions (CPC, COPC) and voluntary pension contributions (VPC), unless otherwise provided by the laws of the Republic of Kazakhstan and international treaties ratified by the Republic of Kazakhstan.To apply for benefits, you must submit documents to UAPF. There are 3 ways to submit:You can personally contact the UAPF office;A representative (attorney) of a foreigner or stateless person can personally contact the UAPF office with a package of documents.You can send the necessary documents to the postal address of one of the regional (oblast) branches of UAPF.We inform you that the UAPF website contains a list of required documents depending on the method of their submission to UAPF, requirements for their execution, as well as application forms and samples of their completion, a sample power of attorney. You can pre-check the documents sent for pension benefits from UAPF by using the UAPF electronic service "Pre-check of documents for pension benefit".Upon receipt of documents, UAPF requests information from the information systems of state bodies of Kazakhstan on the availability of documents of the foreigner or stateless person who applied, certifying the identity of a citizen of Kazakhstan, or a residence permit of a foreigner in Kazakhstan, or a certificate of a stateless person issued by an authorized body of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and their validity. If the specified documents are not valid due to the departure of the applying foreigner or stateless person outside the Republic of Kazakhstan for permanent residence or the cancellation of the foreigner's or stateless person's permit for permanent residence in the Republic of Kazakhstan, or due to the loss of citizenship of the Republic of Kazakhstan, withdrawal from citizenship of the Republic of Kazakhstan, UAPF makes a pension benefit payment within 10 working days from the date of acceptance or receipt by UAPF of the documents.      Please note that pension savings are paid only to the current bank account of the beneficiary, even if the recipient of pension benefits is an incapacitated/partially incapacitated adult. Payment of pension savings to the bank account of a legal representative (guardian/trustee), as well as an attorney-in-fact, is not allowed. Thus, a person applying for permanent residence in another country cannot transfer their pension savings to their close relatives or other persons.Pension benefits are transferred by UAPF to the beneficiary's bank account, the details of which are specified in the application: in national currency - when transferring to bank accounts opened in second-tier banks or an organization carrying out certain types of banking operations in Kazakhstan; in US dollars, euros, pounds sterling or Russian rubles - when transferring to bank accounts opened in foreign banks outside the Republic of Kazakhstan. UAPF consulting services can be obtained via instant messengers (chat bot in WhatsАpp and Viber at +7 777 000 14 18), call center at 1418 (call within Kazakhstan is free), on the corporate website enpf.kz, as well as on the official UAPF pages on social networks Instagram, Facebook, VKontakte, X (Twitter), Telegram, Odnoklassniki. UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz)Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/975945?lang=kk

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KING KHALID UNIVERSITY SIGNS FIRST AGREEMENT WITH A KAZAKHSTANI UNIVERSITYAs part of the Global Education Exhibition held in Riyadh, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a significant opportunity emerged to enhance cooperation between Kazakhstan and Middle Eastern countries in the fields of education and science. In this context, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Ozbekali Zhanibekov South Kazakhstan University and King Khalid University, aimed at strengthening academic and scientific collaboration.The signing ceremony was attended by His Excellency Madiyar Menilbekov, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Dr. Falleh R.M. Al-Salami, President of King Khalid University; and Ms. Gulzhan Sugirbayeva, Acting Chair of the Board – Rector of Zhanibekov University.The agreement provides for the implementation of joint scientific research, academic exchange of faculty and students, enhancement of educational programs, and the development of international projects. During the constructive discussions, the parties reached agreements on the launch of dual-degree programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels in the fields of history and religious studies, the organization of mutual internships for faculty members, and the undertaking of collaborative scientific research in the area of the history of religions.This partnership is expected to evolve into a strategic collaboration, contributing to the development of intercultural exchange between the Middle East and Central Asia and opening new avenues for cooperation.King Khalid University is one of the leading institutions of higher education and research not only in Saudi Arabia but throughout the Middle East. With approximately 70,000 students, the university boasts a well-developed infrastructure and modern research centers. It ranks among the top five universities in the country according to national rankings and holds the 601st position in the QS World University Rankings (QS WUR).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/975417?lang=kk