NEW YORK, 12 July - “Climate change is a 'threat multiplier' as it can result in poverty, food insecurity, illegal migration, social instability and bitter conflicts”, according to the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, His Excellency Yerzhan Ashikbayev, on 11 July, at the open debate of the United Nations Security Council dedicated to Understanding and Addressing Climate-related Security Risks.In his statement, the Deputy Foreign Minister noted that the problem of climate change was a central theme throughout the world community, which had significant economic, social and environmental consequences. Kazakhstan is ready to unite with other Members States in joint multilateral action for global security.“Kazakhstan and the entire Central Asian region has its own tragic experience with dying Aral Sea. This environmental disaster has brought many challenges for the population and nature in neighboring states, affecting more than 60 million people”, Ashikbayev said. He then elaborated on the various measures undertaken to address this alarming concern, within the framework of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, which had resulted in some notable positive improvements of the situation.Highlighting that climate change mitigation is one of the priorities of the Government of Kazakhstan, His Excellency underscored the significant steps taken to reduce the amount of hazardous emissions, as well as to move towards a full transition to renewable energy sources by 2050. The International Center for Green Technologies in Astana, which has been established on the site of Astana Expo 2017, will be crucial in furthering this process.The event chaired by Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden Margot Wallström, was addressed by President of the Republic of Nauru Baron Vaca, UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed, the Minister of Water Resources of Iraq Hassan Janabi and others.In New York, Mr. Ashikbayev also participated in the forum titled, “Contribution of Transboundary Water Cooperation to Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals”. He shared the experience of Kazakhstan in the use of transboundary rivers with its neighboring countries in Central Asia, and also Russia and China. In addition, he also expressed support for a comprehensive consideration and application of the international water law to resolve the threat posed by the shrinking of the Aral Sea.Deputy Foreign Minister Ashikbayev also stated that Astana attaches great importance to the Meeting of the Parties to the Water Convention of the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe, to be held from 10 to 12 October, later this year, which was expected to attended by more than 400 representatives of governments, international non-governmental organizations and water experts from all around the worldSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/25083?lang=kk

An expanded meeting on landscaping and improvement of the ecological state of the city was held in Kostanay with the participation of Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov, the city administration and relevant services. The focus is on the implementation of the initiative of the Head of State Kassym—Jomart Tokayev "Taza Kazakhstan", which has become a new strategy for the formation of ecological culture in the country."Taza Kazakhstan is not a fashion trend, but a new social standard. We have to start small — with a clean yard, a well-tended tree, and a green park. Ecological culture should become the norm of life," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized, opening the meeting.Large-scale improvement plansAccording to the governor of the region, in 2025, more than 37% of the regional budget is directed to the development of the regional center. 17.1 billion tenge is provided for the improvement of urban infrastructure alone, which is 50% more than last year.Special attention is paid to the development of public spaces. This year, 7 parks and 3 squares with a total area of 93.5 hectares are being improved in Kostanay. Construction of a new 4-hectare family park has begun in the area of the former agricultural institute, and work will cover the surrounding area near the mosque. New recreation areas are planned in the MKR. Kunai, Pritobolsky Park, Central Square and other locations. There will also be a new park at the intersection of Temirbaev and Al-Farabi streets."We are not just creating parks, but modern points of attraction. At the same time, it is important not only to build such spaces, but also to maintain them efficiently. The responsibility lies with public utilities, businesses and every citizen," Kumar Aksakalov said.Ecology and landscapingSpecial attention was paid to landscaping issues at the meeting. In 2025, 52.7 thousand trees are planned to be planted in the region, of which 3,168 are in Kostanay. 970.1 million tenge is provided for the landscaping of the city, while part of these funds is allocated for the care of green spaces.Kumar Aksakalov instructed to stop the practice of illiterate and formal "crowning" of trees. Now all the work on the formation of the crown will be carried out only according to indications, with the participation of specialists. A specialized service for the care and accounting of green spaces will also be created, which will begin with a complete revision of the trees in the city."Planting a tree is good. But the real ecological approach is to preserve it, take care of it. We need perennial, stable plants, not seasonal flowers that die in a couple of months," said the head of the region.Modern courtyards and children's infrastructureNew playgrounds and sports grounds worth 1.3 billion tenge will be installed in 39 courtyards of Kostanay this year. All structures will be made of high-quality materials, with mandatory compliance with safety standards."The modern courtyard is a center of communication and life. Safety, comfort and quality must come first here," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Order in the city is a common causeAn important topic of the meeting was the maintenance of courtyards, adjacent territories of enterprises, institutions and trade facilities. The akim of the region instructed to amend the Rules for the improvement of settlements in order to expand the boundaries of business responsibility to sidewalks and roadways.The issue of organizing the removal of bulky and construction debris, which remains an unresolved problem, was also discussed. The governor of the region stressed that this could become a promising niche for entrepreneurship, in particular, in the field of processing. There are already 5 processing plants operating in the city, and in 2026, a new investment project for paper waste processing worth 7 billion tenge will begin.Landscaping control will be tightened, including video surveillance systems at container sites. The territory of the city will be divided into sections with the consolidation of responsible organizations, and the operational headquarters will regularly monitor the condition."Ecological culture is not a clean—up day once a year. This is everyone's daily choice. Only zero tolerance for litter and disorder will lead us to real order. "Taza Kazakhstan" is what we will leave to our children. And we must do everything to make them proud of their city," Kumar Aksakalov summed up.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/974855?lang=kk

A round table meeting titled "Ulttyk Kuryltai: Aldagy Maksattar and Mindetter" was held in Kyzylorda, attended by Malik Otarbayev, Advisor to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Nurlybek Nalibayev, the Akim of the region.The regional head discussed the socio-economic development of Kyzylorda and emphasized the importance of hosting the next National Kurultai meeting in the region in 2026. With the special support of the Head of State and the Government, Kyzylorda has become a hub for significant initiatives and creative projects. The region leads the republic in all major macroeconomic indicators, with the regional budget exceeding KZT 750 billion , up from KZT 364 billion three years ago. These funds are dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents and implementing large-scale infrastructure projects. With direct support from the Head of State, a new thermal power plant with a capacity of 240 megawatts is under construction in Kyzylorda. The Turkish company Aksa Energy, the investor, has invested KZT137 billion in the project and has completed over 70 percent of the work. The facility is set to be commissioned in September. Following the President's instructions, to prevent electricity shortages in the southern regions, an agreement was reached during an intergovernmental meeting in Qatar to build a combined-cycle plant with a capacity of 1,100 MW, costing KZT 892 billion. This megaproject is expected to be commissioned in 2028.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/974612?lang=kk

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WASHINGTON, D.C., July 25, 2018 - At the invitation of the US Secretary of State, Michael Pompeo, Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan, Kairat Abdrakhmanov, is attending the first Ministerial to Advance Religious Freedom, taking place on 25-26 July in Washington, D.C.Prior to the Conference, on July 25, Abdrakhmanov conducted a range of meetings with the US Department of State authorities, including First Deputy Secretary of State John Sullivan and Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom Sam Brownback, who contributed to fostering cooperation within the Silk Road Strategy format, when he was a Senator in the 1990s.The diplomats focused on the dynamic growth of Kazakh-American relations, as well as on the implementation of the agreements reached during the official visit of President Nazarbayev to Washington in January 2018. Special emphasis was made on the enhancement of political and trade and economic partnership between Kazakhstan and the United States.Minister Abdrakhmanov also met with the management of leading American companies, who were briefed on Kazakhstan's increasingly favorable business environment. It was stressed that the successful implementation of the high-level agreements between the Presidents of Kazakhstan and the United States gave a boost to business activities, as well as increased the inflow of US investments into the Kazakh economy.The minister noted that given Kazakhstan's policy of economic diversification, the country is interested in attracting American experience and capital for the implementation of big high-tech projects, including in processing and manufacturing industries, development of transport infrastructure, agriculture, communications and IT-technologies. These and many other projects will be discussed during the upcoming visits of Kazakh officials to the United States and American trade missions to Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/24475?lang=kk

International Conference on the Future of School Education Held in Almaty: Mentorship, Technology, and Equal OpportunitiesThe International Information Technology University (IITU) hosted the international scientific-practical conference titled «Effective School Education: Mentorship, Technologies, and Equal Opportunities».The event was organized with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan and in partnership with the International Information Technology University (IITU), the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Kazakhstan and the Akelius Foundation.Held in a hybrid format, the conference brought together experts, educators, researchers, and representatives of educational institutions both in person and online. The event served as a key platform for discussing the pressing challenges and emerging opportunities facing modern school education in the context of digitalization, migration, and inclusive approaches.During the sessions, participants explored practical and strategic topics related to language literacy, digital solutions, and effective mentorship practices. Special attention was given to the Akelius project, implemented by IITU in collaboration with UNICEF in Kazakhstan since 2021. The initiative aims to enhance digital skills and language literacy among children affected by migration and has already proven to be an innovative and effective learning model.In his welcoming remarks, IITU Rector Professor Assylbek Issakhov emphasized:«Modern education is not merely about transferring knowledge – it is a powerful tool that brings cultures together and creates equal opportunities. The Akelius project is a clear example of how technology can transform educational environments, making them more accessible and inclusive».The conference marked an important step toward strengthening collaboration between universities, schools, and international organizations in the development of new methodologies and digital solutions that support every child, regardless of their background or circumstances.Organizers expressed confidence that the outcomes of the conference would lay the foundation for new partnerships, projects, and educational initiatives that will foster international cooperation and enhance the quality of school education in Kazakhstan and beyond.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/974211?lang=kk

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Today, the final meeting of the regional public council took place, attended by the head of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev. The meeting was chaired by the Chairman of the Council, Arip Khozhbanov. Participants included the chairman of the regional maslikhat, the chairman of the regional branch of the "AMANAT" party, deputy akims of the region, council members, and department heads. The akim emphasized the importance of the public council's work and future plans. He noted that public councils have become a significant and promising institution representing civil society's interests. During the council meetings, decisions are made that help ensure the transparency of executive bodies. This demonstrates the implementation of the "listening state" concept initiated by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan. At the recent National Kurultai in Burabay, the Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, proposed holding the next, 5th meeting of the National Kurultai in Kyzylorda. The public in the region welcomed the historic decision to hold it with satisfaction. With the special support of the President and the Government, the Kyzylorda region has become a hub for significant initiatives and creative projects. A positive trend has emerged in the region's socio-economic development. The third regional public council has successfully fulfilled its assigned tasks. The meeting was attended by council members, Honored Worker of Kazakhstan, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences Kylyshbai Bisenov, and the editor-in-chief of the newspaper "Akmeshit akshamy," Sarsenkul Bikhozhayeva. The public council consists of thirty members. Over the past three years, the Council has served as a dialogue platform between society and the executive branch. It has effectively organized public oversight, ensuring transparency in the activities of executive and self-government bodies. At the meeting, members of the third regional public council received letters of gratitude from the akim of the region and the Association of Public Councils under the Ministry of Culture and Information. In the coming days, the first meeting of the new composition of the regional public council will be held, where its chairman will be elected.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973954?lang=kk

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As part of the implementation of the Head of State's instructions, about KZT 5 billion were allocated from the Government reserve as targeted transfers to the budget of the Kyzylorda region for the construction of hot water supply networks. The corresponding resolution was signed by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov.Currently, Kyzylorda is the only regional center in the republic without a centralized hot water supply system.Multi-storey buildings in the city rely on electric or gas heating devices for hot water, which can lead to emergency situations.During his working visit to the region on October 10, 2023, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed that the issue of providing the city with a centralized hot water supply system be resolved by the end of 2025.The project, costing KZT 26.2 billion, is planned to be implemented in two stages. The first stage, covering 187 houses, will begin in 2024. The second stage will connect 236 houses this year. In 2024, more than KZT 11 billion will be allocated from the Government reserve for the first stage. The KZT 5 billion allocated from the Government reserve by this resolution will be used for priority work in the second stage this year. As a result of this project, 423 multi-storey residential buildings in Kyzylorda will be connected to the centralized hot water supply system.KZgovernment https://t.me/KZgovernment/16244  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973696?lang=kk

Today, the regional akim, Nurlybek Nalibayev, visited construction sites in the city of Kyzylorda. First, he reviewed the progress of the creative and innovative center being built by Bi Global LLP. Currently, work is underway on facade cladding, landscaping, interior decoration, and the installation of stained glass windows. A total of 260 people and 10 units of equipment are involved in the construction. Once completed, the center will offer services to children in sports and fitness, art and aesthetics, science and technology, and local history. Facilities will include courts for volleyball, basketball, and football, as well as a modern swimming pool. The head of the region also inspected the construction of a modern brick factory. Following a decision by the Regional Coordination Council, a 7-hectare plot was allocated for the plant in the Ondiris industrial zone in Kyzylorda. The project's cost is KZT 2.5 billion.The facility is projected to manufacture 90 million bricks annually. Currently, metal frameworks are being set up. The regional akim has reviewed the renovation of the 25th Anniversary of Independence Avenue. Since the previous year, efforts have been ongoing to reinforce the protective dam along the Syrdarya river from Beibarys Sultan Street to Abulkhair Khan Street, as well as to renovate 6.7 kilometers of the avenue. UAD LLP is overseeing the project, which has a budget of KZT 6 billion 656 million. So far, the construction of the road base and asphalt surfacing for a 1.2 km stretch has been finalized. Additionally, the Syrdarya riverbank has been cleared, a dam approximately 2.6 km long has been reinforced, and a wall measuring 1.4 km and a coastline of 820 meters have been constructed. At the new stadium on the left bank, the installation of metal structures for the eastern and western stands has been finalized, while walls, interior areas, and external stained glass windows are currently being built. External utility connections have been established. Work is ongoing to set up internal heating, water supply, electricity, and ventilation systems. The external walls and internal utility networks have been completed, and preparations for the installation of the football field and landscaping of the surrounding area are now commencing. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973686?lang=kk

A meeting of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, where the development of the tourism industry and digitalization was discussed. The Akim of the region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, participated in the meeting via teleconference. After the government meeting, the head of the region held a follow-up meeting. "Within a week, we need to make specific proposals on digitalization and further development of the tourism industry," said Akim N. Nalibayev. "We must ensure full implementation of the approved indicators and strengthen efforts to increase the number of tourists visiting our region. It is also important to inform about state support measures to subsidize the costs for entrepreneurs constructing tourist facilities and road service complexes." Responsible individuals were instructed to organize the mechanical cleaning of settlement areas and livestock yards before the start of spring disinfection measures. Additionally, it is necessary to analyze the effectiveness of the disinfection work and present the results to the Akimat of the region.  Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973673?lang=kk

Deputy akim of the region and special representative of the President of Kazakhstan for the Baikonur Complex, Kairat Nurtai, along with deputy akim Ardak Zebeshev, held a meeting with Sergey Letyagin, deputy head of the Baikonur City Administration. They discussed the potential of the electrical infrastructure at the Baikonur complex, as well as the development and use of renewable energy. Currently, there are two substations in Baikonur. The participants explored options for modernizing the energy infrastructure, building new power plants, and attracting investment. The akimat of the region is actively working on developing renewable energy sources to meet international commitments to reduce greenhouse gas emissions under the Paris Agreement. The region has nine solar power plants with a total capacity of 89 MW, three of which were established with foreign investment. Additionally, six projects with a total capacity of 201.5 MW are underway. The region has attracted KZT 62 billion to its economy and created 54 new jobs.   Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973664?lang=kk

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A meeting focused on socio-economic indicators and personnel changes was held under the chairmanship of regional akim Nurlybek Nalibayev. During the meeting, the head of the region introduced the new head of the Department of Natural Resources and Nature Management Regulation for the Kyzylorda Region, Galymzhan Erkebay. Born in 1981, G. Erkebay received his education at Korkyt Ata State University. He began his career in 1997 at the Shagan agricultural firm. Over the years, he worked in the departments of architecture and urban planning, and land relations in Kyzylorda, holding positions such as leading specialist, chief specialist, head of sector, head of department, director of the branch of the State Urban Development Cadastre institution, and deputy akim of the Kazaly and Syrdarya districts. From August 2022 to the present, he has served as deputy akim of the city of Kyzylorda. The regional akim wished the new leader good luck in his new role and emphasized the importance of work in natural resource management. He noted that implementing measures to prevent and extinguish fires, protect, reproduce, and effectively use forest and water resources, as well as wildlife and fish resources in the state forest fund, is crucial. Planting saxaul on the drained territory of the Aral Sea requires consistent effort. It is also necessary to monitor the operations of landfills and sorting complexes in populated areas and to construct planned landfills that meet environmental standards. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/973621?lang=kk

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Уважаемые жители и гости города Астаны!В период с 10 по 30 апреля 2025 года, по понедельникам, средам и пятницам в первой половине дня, на территории «Индустриального городка» города Астаны будут проводиться тренировочные мероприятия с участием военной техники. Мероприятия приурочены к подготовке Военного парада, посвящённого 80-летию Победы в Великой Отечественной войне.В связи с этим будет введено временное ограничение движения автотранспорта на следующих улицах:ул. Акжолул. Карашыганакул. БуйратОбращаем ваше внимание:движение на указанных участках будет временно ограничено;рекомендуем заранее планировать маршруты с учётом изменений в организации дорожного движения;просим соблюдать правила дорожной безопасности и следовать указаниям сотрудников правоохранительных органов.Движение и проход будут восстановлены сразу после завершения репетиций.Приносим извинения за временные неудобства и благодарим за понимание.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/973303?lang=kk