President of Slovenia Delivers Guest Lecture to Students at Nazarbayev UniversityOn March 31, as part of her official visit to Kazakhstan, the President of Slovenia, Ms. Nataša Pirc Musar, visited Nazarbayev University, where she delivered a lecture on the topic «The Decline of Multilateralism – Myth or Reality?». The event was attended by more than 200 students, faculty, and staff members of the university.The guest was welcomed by the Minister of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Zhaslan Madiyev, the Vice Presidents of NU, Kadisha Dairova and Asel Uvalieva, as well as the Vice-Provost, Loretta O'Donnell. Prior to the lecture, Ms. Pirc Musar left a message in the university’s book of distinguished guests.In her speech, the President of Slovenia addressed crucial global issues, such as peacebuilding policies, water resources, human rights protection, environmental preservation, artificial intelligence, and gender equality. She emphasized that all of these topics require collective efforts on the international stage, highlighting the special importance of gender justice.«I would like to discuss gender equality and gender equity. The difference between them is this: equality is giving everyone the same pair of shoes, while equity is providing everyone with a pair that fits their foot. Gender equity requires many political steps. Slovenia actively defends women’s rights, particularly their representation in leadership positions. I am the first female president of Slovenia, and in the Slovenian parliament, 36% of the members are women. These numbers are gradually increasing, but there is still much work to be done», Ms. Pirc Musar emphasized.The President of Slovenia also expressed confidence in the potential for cooperation between Kazakhstan and Slovenia, especially in the fields of artificial intelligence and water resource management.«I believe that Kazakhstan and Slovenia are lands of opportunities. I hope that our business communities will confirm these words», she noted.After the lecture, a Q&A session was held, during which students had the opportunity to ask questions and discuss important aspects of international politics and social development.Before her visit to NU, the President of Slovenia held talks with the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, and also participated in a briefing for media representatives, where President Tokayev stated that the Jožef Stefan Institute of Slovenia is interested in establishing a partnership with NU. In turn, Kazakhstan is ready to expand cooperation with universities and research centers in Slovenia.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/967412?lang=kk

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Today, under the chairmanship of Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov, a meeting of the akimat was held, at which two priority issues were considered — the development of water supply and transport infrastructure in the region.Water supply: 100% security rateAkim of the region noted that providing the population with high-quality drinking water remains one of the most important priorities. Over the past five years, 90.2 billion tenge has been allocated to the energy and housing and communal services sectors, of which 20.7 billion tenge will be allocated in 2024 alone. As a result, the level of provision of drinking water to the rural population increased to 91.3%.This year, 22.6 billion tenge is provided for water supply, which will allow 65 projects to be implemented and provide another 24.7 thousand people with access to clean water. Special attention is paid to connecting houses to the system — on behalf of the mayor, this is a prerequisite for the implementation of all projects. So, in two years, 55 thousand houses were connected, and as of January 1, 2025, water has already been turned on in 259.4 thousand houses in the region.The head of the region also stressed the need to involve local contractors in the work — their share increased from 26% in 2023 to 60% in 2025, which contributes to job creation and the development of local businesses.Transport infrastructure: focus on southern areas and international routesIn 2024, the budget of the road industry amounted to 106.0 billion tenge, which is 42% more than last year. 1,580 km of roads and 382 streets in 103 settlements will be repaired in the region.Special attention is paid to the southern regions of the region. On behalf of the Head of State, repairs of the Torgai–Yrgyz highway will begin this year, which will provide a direct link between the western regions and the center of the country through our south. This project will be a powerful impetus for the development of Arkalyk and the surrounding areas.Another important area was the restoration of the airport in Arkalyk. Design and estimate documentation is currently being developed. After completion of the work, it is planned to launch regular flights to Kostanay and Astana, which will significantly expand the transport accessibility of the region.In addition, in 2025, the repair of the Zhezkazgan–Petropavlovsk highway section from Arkalyk to the border of Ulytau region (87 km) will be completed. This will shorten the route between north and south by 400 km and increase the traffic flow from 10 to 2,500 vehicles per day.Due to the growing transit importance of the southern regions, the governor of the region instructed to start developing roadside services — the construction of hotels, sanitary facilities, cafes and shopping malls that meet international standards.The region is at the center of transit flowsAccording to Kumar Aksakalov, thanks to an integrated approach and government support, Kostanay region will become a key transit hub in the coming years, connecting the north and south of the country, as well as creating new routes between Kazakhstan, Central Asian countries and the Russian Federation.The results of the Akimat's meeting demonstrate a systematic approach to infrastructure development, improving the quality of life and creating conditions for sustainable economic growth in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/967192?lang=kk

As part of the republican environmental program "Taza Kazakhstan", work was carried out in the city and settlements of the region on sanitary cleaning, improvement and landscaping of territories. Volunteers, public figures and employees of enterprises took part in the clean-up day. Squares, parks, historical cultural monuments, industrial and social facilities were cleared of garbage, 9560 willow seedlings were planted. More than 3,300 tons of garbage were removed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/966700?lang=kk

The big tour of the masters of art from the Kyzylorda region in Europe concluded with a concert in Madrid, the capital of Spain. The birthplace of the great Cervantes and the home of passionate flamenco warmly welcomed guests from the distant Kazakh steppe. This is not surprising, as our cultures share many similarities. Spain is not only known for its hot sun, warm sea, and sandy beaches, but also for its famous festivals that attract folk music lovers from around the world. The musical traditions of the Spanish people, rooted in the Middle Ages, stem from the work of minstrels, court singers, and wandering musicians who sang about love, military campaigns, and heroic battles. Similar themes are found in the works of Kazakh akyns and zhyrau. It is no coincidence that the musical folklore of our people, represented by zhyrs and termes—lyrical and heartfelt, and sometimes lively and bold—resonated so well with the Spanish audience. The tour of our masters of art in European capitals was organized with the support of Nurlybek Nalibayev, the Akim of the Kyzylorda region. The concert program "NAURYZ - CELEBRATION OF SPRING" aimed to promote the spring holiday Nauryz and showcase the unique cultural heritage of the Kazakh people. Kyzylorda artists were welcomed by Danat Musayev, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Kazakhstan to Spain, and Carlos Delgado, the Deputy Head of the Municipality of Leganes. The audience warmly received the performances of Kyzylorda musicians, which included members of diplomatic missions, Kazakh students studying in Spain, representatives of the Kazakh diaspora, and local residents.The program of the festive concert showcased all genres of Kazakh national art, including traditional singing, folk songs, kyui, and aitys. The vibrant Kazakh national costumes, elaborate headdresses adorned with feathers and fur, and the beautiful sounds of the dombra and kobyz transformed the concert into a true festival of folk music, sparking the audience's interest in Kazakhstan's national art and culture. The attendees also showed great enthusiasm for the national game togyzkumalak, which is popular in Kazakhstan. This ancient nomadic game, passed down through the centuries, develops creativity and logical thinking, earning it the nickname "nomad algebra" and a place on UNESCO's list of intangible heritage. The festival organizers also invited guests to sample traditional dishes such as kazy, karta, kurt, irimshik, and baursaks. The Kyzylorda Region Culture Days took place from March 24 to 27, with artists from the Kyzylorda Regional Philharmonic Society performing a festive concert program in Finland, Estonia, and Spain.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/966678?lang=kk

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As part of the implementation of the President's instructions on the need to increase the share of agricultural processing, Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov got acquainted with the preparatory work on the site of the new Confectionery Capital complex. The project is being implemented on the basis of the largest food industry enterprise in the region, Bayan Sulu JSC.Bayan Sulu JSC has been holding the position of one of the largest confectionery manufacturers in Kazakhstan for many years, producing over 300 products and employing more than 1,700 people. The company's products are in demand not only within the country, but are also successfully exported to the markets of the CIS and Europe.The new Confectionery Capital project is designed to strengthen the region's position in the food industry and significantly increase the volume of processing of local raw materials. The total investment of the project exceeds 14 billion tenge, and its production facilities will allow producing up to 16.6 thousand tons of high-quality confectionery products annually. Thanks to the implementation of the project, 260 new jobs will be created in the region, which will have a positive impact on employment.As Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov noted, "The implementation of the Confectionery Capital project is an important step towards fulfilling the instructions of the Head of State to increase the share of agricultural processing. We strive to maximize the potential of local raw materials and provide residents of the region with new jobs. This will not only strengthen the region's economy, but also ensure the deep processing of local products."Currently, preparatory work has been completed – the old structures of the former bakery with an area of 7.6 thousand square meters on a 3.1 hectare site have been dismantled at the construction site. The main construction and installation works will begin in the second quarter of 2025, design and estimate documentation has been prepared, and state expertise has been successfully completed.The financing of the project is provided with the active support of JSC SEC Tobol, which allocated 5 billion tenge for the acquisition of shares of JSC Bayan Sulu, as well as the Development Bank of Kazakhstan, which provided a loan of 6 billion tenge for the purchase of high-tech equipment. Suppliers of the necessary equipment have already been identified, which guarantees a timely start of production.The implementation of the Confectionery Capital complex will help reduce import dependence, expand the region's export opportunities and significantly increase the production of high-value-added products. The new project will not only strengthen the economy of Kostanay region, but also provide residents of the region with stable and well-paying jobs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/966593?lang=kk

Astana, March 31, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received the European Union’s Special Representative for Central Asia Eduards Stiprais, who arrived to Kazakhstan on a working visit.During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of issues of bilateral and regional cooperation, including the practical implementation of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between Kazakhstan and the European Union, as well as strengthening economic ties, investment cooperation, and regional security issues.Both sides emphasized the importance of continuing dialogue within the framework of the EU Strategy for Central Asia and implementing joint initiatives in the fields of sustainable development, digitalization, and climate policy. Green transformation and the transport and logistics connectivity of the region with the European Union were discussed thoroughly. In this context, the importance of implementing projects aimed at developing the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route was highlighted.Minister Nurtleu reaffirmed the country’s commitment to deepening its partnership with the European Union and noted the significance of the upcoming “Central Asia - European Union” Summit in Samarkand this week.For his part, Special Representative Stiprais praised the dynamics of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the EU, highlighting the key role of Kazakhstan in fostering interregional cooperation and implementing major infrastructure and economic projects.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue their constructive dialogue on all pressing bilateral and regional issues.The European Union is the main trade and investment partner of Kazakhstan. The trade turnover between Kazakhstan and European Union reached 49.7 billion US dollars (+16.9%), including exports from Kazakhstan – 38.6 billion dollars, imports to Kazakhstan – 11.1 billion dollars. The gross inflow of direct investment from EU countries for the period from 2005 to 9 month of 2024 amounted 200.7 billion dollars, which is 47.8% of the total gross FDI (419.5 billion dollars). Of these, in 9 months of 2024, FDI from EU countries amounted to 6.4 billion dollars or 50.4%. There are more than 3,000 European companies currently operating in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/966538?lang=kk

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The Akim of Nurlybek Nalibayev extended his best wishes to public figure Abdizhalel Bakir on his 85th birthday and to esteemed healthcare professional Abdulla Shulenbayev on his 75th birthday. The regional leader emphasized that honoring the contributions of the elder generation, who have played a significant role in the socio-economic and cultural-spiritual advancement of the area, has become a cherished tradition.- The Head of State noted that every person who works conscientiously and achieves well-deserved success is worthy of respect. "Responsible person - Honest work - Well-deserved success" are inseparable concepts. The concept of "Adal azamat" is inextricably linked with the idea of A Just Kazakhstan, - said N. Nalibayev.The akim of the region acknowledged the brave efforts of veterans for the benefit of their homeland, highlighting their life paths as worthy of imitation. On behalf of all residents, he congratulated the heroes on their anniversaries and wished them good health and happiness in their families. Abdizhalel Bakir was born in 1940 in the Syrdarya region. He graduated from the philological faculty of the Kyzylorda Pedagogical Institute named after N.V. Gogol. He began his career as a school teacher and later held senior positions in the Kyzylorda City Committee of the Komsomol, Komsomol and party bodies, the Kazakhstan-Kyzylorda TV channel, and the Kazakh Humanitarian Law University. As a deputy of the Mazhilis of the Parliament, he contributed to the adoption of several laws, including "On Mass Media," "On Advertising," "On Languages," and "On Political Parties." He studied the Alash movement and authored 10 monographs, two textbooks, and over 200 scientific articles. Doctor of Political Sciences, Professor A. Bakir received the "Ibrai Altynsarin" badge, the Certificate of Honor from the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and is an Honorary Citizen of Kyzylorda. Abdulla Shulenbaev was born in 1950 in Kyzylorda. He graduated from the Almaty Medical Institute, specializing in general medicine. He began his career in 1973 as a doctor at the Kyzylorda Regional Hospital, where he became the head of the department and later the director of the regional medical center. After retiring, he continued to work at the regional multidisciplinary hospital, sharing his experience with young surgeons. Over more than fifty years, A. Shulenbaev performed over 15,000 operations, saving the lives of thousands of patients. Today, he continues to work as a consulting surgeon. He has received the Certificate of Honor from the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the "Kurmet" Order, the "Shapagat" medal, and the "For Contribution to Healthcare" badge. He is also an Honorary Citizen of the Kyzylorda Region.As part of the meeting, the heroes of the occasion were awarded Certificates of Honor of the region. Honorary citizens of the region Turganbai Makhanov, Ibragim Abibullaev and Shakizat Torebaev expressed warm wishes to the anniversary celebrants.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/965498?lang=kk

The Ministry of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Economic Research Institute (ERI), held a series of seminars aimed at involving stakeholders and citizens in promoting the Agenda for Sustainable Development. The events were held in a number of cities, including Almaty, Semey, Aktau, Astana, Zhezkazgan, Petropavlovsk, Kyzylorda, as well as other regions of the country.The purpose of the seminars is to exchange views on the localization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), identify priority areas taking into account public opinion, identify current regional problems, search for sustainable solutions, and develop proactive measures for their implementation. Special attention is paid to the involvement of all categories of the population in the process of preparing the third Voluntary National Review of Kazakhstan.The events were attended by deputy akims of regions and representatives of state bodies, deputies of maslikhats, representatives of civil society and the business sector.Participants of the meetings emphasized the importance of integrating national SDG indicators into strategic and program documents at the local level, as well as systematic planning of steps for their implementation. In her speech, Director of the department for the development of the social sphere, law enforcement and special bodies of the MNE Nurgul Zhannazarova noted that the creation of regional institutional mechanisms is of great importance for improving the quality of life of the population and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Local executive bodies play a key role in the implementation of the Agenda until 2030, and priority areas of the review are formed taking into account the opinions of various groups of society. She added that achieving the SDGs is a common task, and we must qualitatively prepare the Review.During the discussions, participants voiced concrete proposals to strengthen monitoring of SDG implementation. Thus, seminar participants proposed to include a separate block on SDGs in the National Development Plan and regional plans within the framework of project offices, which will allow systematically tracking the impact of implemented projects on achieving the SDGs. In addition, it is also proposed to create a national digital platform for collecting and analyzing data on SDGs.It should be reminded that in july of this year, Kazakhstan will present its third Voluntary National Review at the high-level political forum in New York, along with 39 countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/966371?lang=kk

The Mentoring Council operates not only within the Ministry of Internal Affairs but also in all regional police departments. A total of 65 councils have been established across the country. Last year, 821 meetings were held with the participation of service veterans, and 207 meetings have already been organized this year.These sessions focus on improving the activities of law enforcement agencies, providing methodological and practical assistance, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. The Ministry upholds generational continuity, paying special attention to schoolchildren. As part of this initiative, 125 "Zhas Sakhshy" police classes have been opened in 103 schools across the country, enrolling more than two thousand students. Additionally, 291 initial military training rooms are in operation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/966345?lang=kk

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Astana, March 31, 2025 – Within the framework of the official visit of the President of Slovenia Nataša Pirc Musar to Kazakhstan, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia Tanja Fajon.The parties discussed current issues and prospects of development of Kazakh-Slovenian cooperation. Special attention was paid to strengthening trade and economic ties and creating favorable conditions for business circles of the two countries.Both ministers emphasized the importance of a business forum to be arranged during President Pirc Musar’s visit, as a key step in expanding bilateral contacts. In this context, transportation and logistics, pharmaceuticals, green energy, water resources and telecommunications were highlighted as priority areas.“Astana highly values ties with Ljubljana as an important partner in Central Europe and the European Union. We can find common ground on many issues, in particular mutually beneficial use of our transit and transportation potential,” said Minister Nurtleu.The foreign ministers also “compared the notes” on topical issues on the regional and international agenda, emphasizing the constructive interaction within the multilateral format. In this context, the proximity of Astana’s and Ljubljana’s positions on the importance of compliance with the UN Charter and principles of international law was noted.Minister Nurtleu also expressed appreciation for Slovenia’s support in the establishment of the UN Regional Center for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan in Almaty, and for its assistance in granting the European Commission’s mandate to begin negotiations on facilitation of the EU visa regime for Kazakhstan’s citizens.In her turn, Minister Fajon reiterated Slovenia’s commitment to expanding multifaceted cooperation with Kazakhstan across all areas of mutual interest.Following the meeting, the sides agreed on further efforts to strengthen bilateral and multilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/966146?lang=kk

"Kazakhstan needs a strong, technologically advanced industry capable of successfully competing in global and especially regional markets" Kassym-Jomart TOKAYEV,President of the Republic of Kazakhstan As part of the execution of the instructions of the Head of State to improve the efficiency of work in attracting investments to the region's economy, constant work is underway to implement investment projects.The industrial zone, which has been operating in Kostanay since 2014, has become a key driver of the region's development. This site is provided with all the necessary ready-made infrastructure, including the main gas pipeline, water supply, sewerage, communications and electricity supply networks.Currently, 7 projects worth 97.4 billion tenge have been launched in the Industrial Zone of Kostanay with the creation of more than 1.0 thousand jobs, a significant part of the projects have been implemented in the field of agricultural machinery. 9 more projects worth 348.5 billion tenge with the creation of 3.9 thousand jobs are at different stages of implementation.At the same time, it is necessary to note the launch and implementation of new key projects in the Industrial Zone.So, in 2024, in the field of metallurgical production, KamLitKZ LLP launched a cast iron casting plant, whose activities are aimed at casting products and components made of gray cast iron, these are blocks and cylinder heads. The production meets all modern requirements, has a high level of automation and energy efficiency.The project cost is 78.2 billion tenge, with a production capacity of 45 thousand tons of castings per year and the creation of 500 jobs.In addition, KamLitKZ LLP, as part of the continued development of the enterprise's cluster, plans to launch 2 projects in the field of metallurgy this year: the production of main gears for driving axles and in-depth localization of the production of drive axle beams for trucks, with a production capacity of 74 thousand gearboxes and 90 thousand beams for trucks per year, the total volume of investments of 160.5 billion tenge with the creation of 650 jobs.In addition, in the mechanical engineering industry, in 2024, the production of cabins for Belarus tractors (MTZ Kazakhstan LLP), as well as the manufacture of bodies for vehicles (ambulances, paddy wagons, rapid response services - TEHNOPARK KZ LLP) began. By the end of the year, 250 cabs and 600 body units were produced. Serial production of springs for rolling stock has also been started since last year.As a result of these projects, in addition to increasing production volumes, the range of products is expanding due to the emergence of a new product range.Local authorities apply an individual approach to each investor in terms of communication.Thus, in 2023, the implementation of one of the key projects in the automotive sector was launched in the Industrial Zone – the construction of a new KIA full-cycle car manufacturing plant, which will have a tangible positive effect on the economic development of the region and will contribute to an increase in export potential.The volume of investments in the project is 90.0 billion tenge, with a production capacity of 70 thousand cars per year and the creation of 1,500 jobs. The plant is scheduled to be launched in the second half of 2025.With the advent of such a large global concern represented by KIA Corporation, in addition to the production of cars, a revolutionary change is expected in the system of personnel training in the field of mechanical engineering, where a new generation of domestic engineers will be raised, and everyone knows that the human capital factor is a key component in the formation of a competitive economy.Thus, the presence of Industrial Zones in the region allows investors to get convenient working conditions, including infrastructure, transport accessibility and other preferences. And the region is becoming attractive for attracting investors to key sectors of the real sector, which will eventually generate a multiplier effect in the form of budget revenues and the creation of new jobs, which will generally ensure economic growth for many years to come.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/966122?lang=kk

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