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The Ministry of Tourism is working on digitizing the NEO NOMAD Visa and improving the Tax Free system 15.04.2025
In order to simplify the process of obtaining a Neo Nomad Visa for foreign tourists, it is recommended to introduce the possibility of issuing it in electronic format through the visa migration portal. Currently, it can be formalized only through institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan in foreign countries. This allows foreigners to stay in Kazakhstan for one year.Also, another important direction is the development of shopping tourism. The Tax Free system is considered to be an effective means of stimulating the purchasing activity of tourists, and this system works in many developed countries. And in the country in 2019, it was introduced in the pilot mode in the cities of Astana, Almaty, Shymkent and Turkestan. Within this system, goods worth 4.9 billion tenge were sold to foreign tourists. The average sales amount was 837 thousand tenge. This indicator is among the top 10 countries in the world.In this regard, the Ministry of Tourism recommends considering the possibility of changing the Tax Free system from a pilot system to a permanent mode of operation, as well as introducing this system in all regions of the country.@KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/972217?lang=kk
The government will improve the system of registration and statistics of foreign tourists 15.04.2025
In order to record foreign tourists and improve the statistical system, the Ministry of Tourism and Sports offers the National Bureau of Statistics access to the data of mobile operators. At the same time, information about the expenses of tourists based on bank card transactions is needed for the analysis of economic investment.Currently, the accounting of foreign visitors is based on the statistics of the Border Service of the National Security Service of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the data on domestic tourism is formed based on the report of accommodation facilities.@KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/972216?lang=kk
"Birlik" ensemble made a special performance at the "Rhythm of Turkish Dance" festival held in Aktau 15.04.2025
Birlik, the first multinational song and dance ensemble in Kazakhstan, performed on the stage of the international festival "Rhythm of Turkish Dance" held in Aktau.The artists performed the well-known Kazakh dance "Kara Jorgan". The audience also supported this art and danced with the dancers. They are professionals in their field, people who are faithful to the art of representing the spirit and tradition of each nation on stage.As the General Secretary of the International TURKSOI organization Sultan Raev noted, this festival was a unique platform that provided an opportunity to exchange experience and inspiration, share common cultural values. The event was held within the framework of the status of "Cultural Capital of the Turkish World" granted to Aktau this year.It should be noted that the ensemble "Birlik" was founded on March 1, 2024. The team included 20 best dancers and musicians selected by casting results. The main goal of the creative group is to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of the peoples of the world, to introduce traditional music and dance to the public. The ensemble is led by Anel Marabaeva, laureate of international competitions. In addition, well-known choreographers from near abroad are invited to exchange experience during the preparation of performances and choreographic compositions.More than 30 international cultural and creative initiatives are planned to be held in Aktau this year. In particular, festivals, scientific conferences, exhibitions and competitions are organized. These events make a great contribution to the development of cultural cooperation between the countries of the Turkic world.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/972170?lang=kk
"Clean Kazakhstan": "Clean water bodies" campaign continues 15.04.2025
The annual campaign "Clean water bodies" aimed at cleaning water bodies from abandoned fishing nets and coastal areas is taking place in the southern and western regions of the country.These events will continue from March 15 to April 24, taking into account the climatic features and weather conditions of the regions. to be implemented within the framework of the concept.We invite all Kazakhstanis to actively participate in environmental initiatives and contribute to environmental protection.Additional information will be published on the results of the action.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/972017?lang=kk
It is planned to reform the hotel classification system in the country according to modern international standards 15.04.2025
In order to improve the quality of service, it is planned to reform the hotel classification system in the country. According to the Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov, the criteria used since 2008 do not meet modern international standards, which requires their updating to match global trends in the hotel business.@KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/971783?lang=kk
Akimats are tasked with building tourism infrastructure in places outside settlements 15.04.2025
One of the main initiatives proposed by the leadership of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports is to give regional akimats the authority to build tourism infrastructure in areas outside settlements, including national parks. Currently, necessary amendments to the legislation are being considered in the Parliament. A separate budget program aimed at financing infrastructure construction in tourist destinations will be developed. At the same time, in order to give priority to the development of tourism in the regions, it is necessary to consider the creation of separate tourism administrations along with the new competence. Currently, only five regions have separate administrations, and two more regions are being worked on," noted Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov. @KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/971777?lang=kk
UZBEKISTAN-KAZAKHSTAN BUSINESS FORUM WAS HELD IN TASHKENT 15.04.2025
Kazakhstan-Uzbekistan business forum and trade and economic mission were organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Industry and Infrastructure of the Republic of Kazakhstan together with the Atameken NCP and the Chamber of Foreign Trade of Kazakhstan.The Uzbek side was organized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan.The main goal of the event is to establish direct contacts, expand trade relations between Kazakhstani enterprises and potential buyers, as well as B2B holding bilateral meetings in the format.Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ermek Kosherbayev noted that the three main areas of further development of trade and economic relations are the growth of trade, strengthening of investment cooperation and development of transport and logistics cooperation.Omirbek Bashtai, the head of the department of the export promotion department of the Ministry of Industry and Infrastructure of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in his speech, discussed financial and export support made a detailed report on non-financial measures. Also, within the framework of his address to the people of Kazakhstan on October 6, 2018, he noted the issue of strengthening export support in accordance with the instructions of the head of state.Within the framework of the business forum, in the B2B format, businessmen of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in various sectors of the economy: agro-industrial complex, food production, chemical industry, engineering, etc. During the business forum, presentations were made about the investment opportunities of Kazakhstan, as well as joint cooperation and prospects for the further development of trade and economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. It amounted to US dollars (export - 1.64 billion US dollars, import - 0.63 billion US dollars). This is 25.33% higher than in 2017 (export - 31.55%, import - 14.76%).The main part of exports is wheat, flour, oil and gas. accounted for 26.5%, 47% of export growth.In 2018, Portland cement produced 69.10 million 69.07 mln. to Uzbekistan. dollar worth of Portland cement was exported.As of October 1, 2018, 2,578 legal entities and branches were registered in Kazakhstan with the participation of Uzbeks. 1331 of them are already working. src="/uploads/2019/8/2/adb639aedef975d0e2f40b743f3ec223_original.669130.jpg"/>Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/21934?lang=kk
ROMAN SKLYAR MEETED WITH RUSSIAN MINISTER OF TRANSPORTATION 15.04.2025
The parties discussed the current issues, as well as the prospects of mutual cooperation between Kazakhstan and Russia in the fields of transport and logistics infrastructure.At the end of the meeting, the parties expressed confidence that the cooperation will be fruitful in the future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/21911?lang=kk
The fact of illegal extraction of state-owned minerals was revealed 15.04.2025
According to the results of the state control carried out by the Department of Land Resources Management of Zhambyl region of the Zhambyl region, one of the LLPs was found to have independently used a plot of land with an area of 3.7 hectares for the production of widespread minerals (quarries). In accordance with Articles 136 and 337 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, an administrative fine was imposed on the legal entity.In addition, the department issued a mandatory instruction to eliminate the committed violation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/971593?lang=kk
"The water level in the warehouses is normal", the "Kazsushar" branch of the East Kazakhstan region told about the flood period in the region. 15.04.2025
The amount of water in the reservoirs of the East Kazakhstan region is at a safe level, and there is enough free space to receive flood water. Daulet Zhanysov, deputy director of the local "Kazsushar" branch, told about this at the site of the Regional Communications Service.In the framework of flood preparation, together with the Irtysh Basin Inspectorate, TJD and the Local Mobilization Preparedness Department, water management facilities were inspected. Today, the branch carried out inspection and lubrication of lifting mechanisms, the main structures of the main canals were closed, the activities of regulating the river channels were completed, the main structures of the watercourses were cleared of trees, mud and debris. under development."All facilities have a stock of inert materials, special equipment has been prepared. The flood situation is stable. The water level in the warehouses is normal, there is free space. Round-the-clock duty and monitoring was organized in the water reservoirs and central office of the branch for emergency response. All information about water collection and delivery is given to all interested bodies," said Daulet Zhanysov, deputy director of the East Kazakhstan region "Kazsushar" branch.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/971455?lang=kk
By order of the Minister of Health S.J. The composition of the Supervisory Board of Kazakh National Medical University named after Asfendiyarov has been updated 15.04.2025
S.J. Rector of Kazakh National Medical University named after Asfendiyarov. href="http://www.mz.gov.kz/ru/pages/nurgozhin-talgat-seytzhanovich">More>> President of the "Official Group of Companies" LLP.Mazhibaev Kayrat Kuanyshbaevich More>> 354.017px;">More>> President of the International Association of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in the Republic of Kazakhstan Lokshin Vyacheslav Notanovich Detail>>Bbusiness consultant.Dzhangildin Alibi Chingisovich More>> Deputy Director of the Republican Clinical Hospital for Disabled People of the Patriotic War Tzhiev Esentai Bodesuly More>>Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/21618?lang=kk
KAZAKHSTAN AND KOREA SIGNED A NEW ECONOMIC COOPERATION PROGRAM NAMED "SAMAL ZHEL" 15.04.2025
The document was signed by the Minister of Industry and Infrastructure Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Roman Sklyar, and the Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy of the Republic of Korea, Song Yoon-mo."SAMAL ZHEL" program includes the implementation of 58 specific projects in such areas as transport and logistics, construction, industry, infrastructure development, mining, metallurgy and subsoil use, trade and economic cooperation, energy, innovation and ICT, agriculture, finance, health care and culture, tourism and education. Includes complex interaction in 10 fields.In addition, there are currently 40 Kazakhstan-Korea industrial-innovativeprojectswith a package of 7.2 billion US dollars. Among them, 19 projects with a total amount of 1.9 billion US dollars have been implemented, 6 projects worth 2.1 billion US dollars are being implemented, and the implementation of 15 promising projects worth 3.2 billion US dollars is provided for in the SAMAL JEL program. is in the top ten in terms of the number of joint ventures provided by the establishment of various bilateral contacts in business. Today, more than 500 enterprises with the participation of Korean capital operate in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/21524?lang=kk
PROGRESS OF IMPLEMENTATION OF RESIDENCE PROGRAMS WAS DISCUSSED AT THE PUBLIC COUNCIL 15.04.2025
K.Uskenbayev gave a report on the work carried out by the Ministry on the implementation of the state housing construction program "Nurly Zher" and the measures taken to increase the availability of housing for low-income families.According to the first vice-minister, in order to effectively implement the "7-20-25" mortgage program, it was considered to increase the funds for the construction of engineering networks to 100 billion tenge for the creation of construction sites within the "Nurly Zher" program and to subsidize people's mortgages. In addition, in order to increase access to the first housing in the regions, the sale of credit housing is provided not only to the depositors of the housing construction savings bank, but also to the depositors of the second level bank. In cooperation with the regions, a mechanism of partial subsidization of the initial installments on the simplified mortgage in the form of housing certificates was developed. Issuance of housing certificates is considered as social support in the form of social assistance or budget credit," noted Kairbek Uskenbaev.In order to increase the financing of credit housing construction, there are regulations on the investment of funds within the framework of changes to the "Nurly Zher" program. Including the implementation of the "Housing" program on bonds of local executive bodies.In order to cover the market rate of payment, akimats have the right to sell the built housing at a price exceeding the cost of construction (about 176 thousand in the regions and 220 thousand in the cities of Nur-Sultan, Almaty, Shymkent, Atyrau, Aktau). will be. In order to implement the task given by the President at the congress of the "Nur Otan" party, within the framework of the "Nurly Zher" program, measures have been developed to increase the availability of housing for low-income families.Every year, it is planned to allocate 50 billion tenge to the regions for the construction and purchase of rental housing for families with many children. This will provide housing for 6,000 large families every year, and 40,000 families by 2025.This year, a list of construction projects with 3,130 apartments has been created. The limit of the amount for each region is set proportionally to the number of families with many children in the queue of akimats (28,126).Also, through the Housing Construction Savings Bank, large-child, single-parent families and families with disabled children are being introduced with discounted loans for up to 20 years at an annual rate of 2%, with an initial payment starting from 10%.A part of the initial payment is provided with a housing certificate. will be closed.It is planned to allocate 150 billion tenge within 3 years for the implementation of this mechanism, which will provide 6,000 loans annually.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/21469?lang=kk
Sierra Leone is interested in establishing cooperation with Kazakhstan in the agricultural sector 15.04.2025
The Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aidarbek Saparov met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Sierra Leone Kabba Timothy Musa. During the negotiations, the possibilities of deepening the economic and agricultural cooperation between the two countries were discussed.Aidarbek Saparov noted that the agro-industrial complex is one of the most rapidly developing sectors of the economy of Kazakhstan. In 2024, thanks to timely measures and favorable weather, we harvested a record 26.7 million tons of grain, including about 20 million tons of wheat. Opening new export markets and strengthening bilateral relations in the field of agriculture remains one of the main priorities for Kazakhstan. We hope for fruitful cooperation with Sierra Leone," said the minister.Kabba Timothy Musa emphasized the importance of the agricultural sector for the country, especially in the context of global instability, climate change and increasing threats to food security."We believe that cooperation with Kazakhstan in this field will increase the efficiency of our agricultural sector and contribute to ensuring food security in Sierra Leone. We are ready to accept the best practices and technologies of Kazakhstan, to actively cooperate in the direction of ensuring food safety," he said.At the end of the meeting, Aidarbek Saparov expressed confidence in the successful implementation of joint projects in the fields of agriculture and food safety.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/971069?lang=kk
West Kazakhstan region is preparing for spring planting 15.04.2025
Preparations for the sowing campaign are being planned in the region: it is planned to sow agricultural crops on 612.7 thousand hectares. Oil crops are planted on 118,900 hectares, potatoes, vegetables and garden crops on 4,200 hectares. Fodder crops amount to 199 thousand hectares.In the framework of preparations for planting by the fall of 2024, 91.5 thousand hectares of winter cereals were sown. Among them, 83.9 thousand hectares of winter wheat, 6.7 thousand hectares of rye and 0.9 thousand hectares of triticale were sown.29.4 thousand tons of seeds are needed for spring field work. The region is fully supplied with the necessary seeds, they have been tested in a laboratory and are ready for planting.8.4 thousand tons of diesel fuel were allocated for successful sowing campaign. 3,136 tractors, 2,097 seed drills, 646 cultivators and other special equipment will be involved in agricultural work.In the framework of the implementation of the task of the head of the state to double the agricultural production, it is planned to increase the volume of mineral fertilizers in the region in accordance with scientifically based norms. In 2025, the agrarians of the region will buy 8,500 tons of fertilizer to get a high yield.Preparations for spring planting and their implementation are being carried out strictly according to all plans. This allows to create the necessary conditions for the successful start of the agricultural season and increase of agricultural production.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/970977?lang=kk
Problems of improving the process of public service provision of the Ministry of Education and Culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan were discussed 15.04.2025
Consultation on improving the process of public services in agriculture was held under the chairmanship of Baglan Bekbauov, Vice Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The council was attended by representatives of the committees of the Ministry of Agriculture and its territorial divisions, deputy governors of regions, heads of agriculture and veterinary departments. Bernat Alpysbekov, director of the Department of Development of Public Services and Digitization of the Agro-Industry Complex of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, issued the conclusion of the provision of public services in 2024. In addition, proposals of representatives of local executive bodies were heard.According to the conclusion of the Council, Baglan Bekbauov instructed local executive bodies and ministerial committees to take comprehensive measures to prevent violations during the provision of state services in agriculture. Also, the need for strict compliance with the legislation and systematic internal control of the quality of public services was emphasized."We must ensure transparency and efficiency in the service sector, every farmer should be able to take full advantage of state support measures," noted Baglan Bekbauov.The council ended with the approval of the action plan to improve the public service system and increase citizens' trust in government bodies in the field of agriculture.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/970809?lang=kk
The creative exhibition was opened 15.04.2025
In the art gallery of Kyzylorda city, a creative evening was held within the framework of the program article "Spiritual Revival" by Head of State N. Nazarbayev.The said evening was organized by teachers and students of the "Fine Art and Drawing", "Technology" and "Design" specialties of this educational institution as a contribution to the 85th anniversary of the Pedagogical Higher College named after M. Mametova. The evening was organized under the theme "Art woven with pattern". More than 80 painting and decorative-applied art works created by teachers and students of the "Fine Art and Drawing" specialty were displayed at the exhibition. was held.It should be noted that the exhibition will be open until June 30. Working hours: 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. src="https://kyzylorda.gov.kz/photos/photo-1471.jpg"/>Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/20894?lang=kk
The Ministry of Health has taken control of the case of detection of tuberculosis in a kindergarten teacher in Almaty region 15.04.2025
Specialists of the Department of the Public Health Protection Committee of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan for the Almaty region started an investigation in connection with the registration of a case of tuberculosis in a woman in a pre-school children's institution in the village of Zhana-Kuat, Ile district of the Almaty region. It was determined that 368 citizens had relationships at the workplace, including 38 kindergarten workers and 330 children. All employees of the kindergarten underwent a fluorographic examination, no disease was detected. From today, specialists began to examine children by performing the Mantoux test (research results after 72 hours). As of 14:00 on April 28 of the current year, the Mantoux test was performed on 103 children. Final disinfection was organized at the outbreak.7 people who were in contact with the place of residence, including 3 children.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/20855?lang=kk
This year, Kazakhstan will receive 3.7 billion cubic meters of water through the Syrdarya River during the irrigation period 15.04.2025
Kazakhstan will receive about 3.7 billion cubic meters of water through the Syrdarya River during the irrigation period this year. The Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov reached an agreement on this with his colleagues in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan.The 89th meeting of the Interstate Water Management Coordination Commission of Central Asia was held in Samarkand. It is planned to send 975 million cubic meters of water to North Aral. However, when it comes to the southern regions, water diplomacy is very important. As part of preparations for the summer irrigation period, we have been negotiating since last year. The water coming to Kazakhstan through the Syrdarya River is collected from the Shardara reservoir and used to supply farmers in the southern regions. Last year, we were able to fully satisfy the needs of farms for irrigation water by effectively distributing water, introducing water saving technologies and conducting timely negotiations with neighboring countries. We intend to achieve this this year as well," - said the Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Nurzhan Nurzhigitov.We remind you that from October last year to April 1 of this year, Uzbekistan sent 12.6 billion cubic meters of water to Kazakhstan. This is 1.7 billion cubic meters more than the planned volume.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/970607?lang=kk
Issues of "green energy corridor" were discussed at the meeting held in Baku 15.04.2025
Vice Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sungat Esimkhanov took part in the ministerial meeting "Green Energy Corridor - Southern Gas Corridor" held in Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan.S. In his speech, Yesimkhanov emphasized the strategic importance of developing the Southern Gas Corridor as a stable route for the supply of energy resources. Kazakhstan is actively developing infrastructure and logistics in order to enter new export markets, having a large reserve of natural gas. In 2024, the volume of gas production in the country was 59 billion cubic meters, and by 2030 there is a prospect of increasing it to 68 billion cubic meters per year. The main projects in this direction remain the Kashagan and Karashiganak deposits.The Vice Minister paid special attention to the issues of environmental stability. Kazakhstan actively supports the development of low-carbon solutions, including associated gas utilization technologies and promising projects for the production of "green" hydrogen. As part of the recently signed tripartite agreement, an initiative to build an underwater high-voltage cable across the Caspian Sea is being implemented between Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan as part of the "green energy corridor".Also, the Vice Minister held a series of bilateral meetings with the European Energy Commissioner Dan Jorgensen and Eric Jacobs, Senior Advisor of the US Department of State's Bureau of Energy Resources, where the parties discussed issues of cross-border investments and sustainable development. exchanged.Finally, the vice-minister confirmed Kazakhstan's commitment to deepen regional and international energy cooperation, to develop diversified and ecologically safe routes for the supply of energy resources, including "green" energy components.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/970584?lang=kk