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Today, Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov visited KamLitKZ LLP, an enterprise that implements large industrial projects in the region. Last year, an iron foundry was launched here, and now the construction of a second plant is being completed, which will produce the main gears of the drive axles for trucks. "This is an important step in the development of the region's machine-building cluster. The production is focused on the production of high-tech products that will be in demand not only in Kazakhstan, but also abroad. The project will create new jobs and strengthen the industrial potential of the region," Kumar Aksakalov said. Large-scale investments and job creation The total amount of investments in KamLitKZ projects exceeds 238 billion tenge:•78.2 billion tenge was invested in the iron foundry, which began operation in November 2024.•82.5 billion tenge was allocated for the construction of the main transmission plant (commissioning in 2025).•78 billion tenge will be invested in the project "Localization of the beam" (implementation in 2025). These projects create 1,150 new jobs, of which:✅ 500 – at the iron foundry;✅ 550 – at the main gear factory;✅ 100 – within the framework of the "Beam Localization" project. The average age of employees is 27 years old, mostly young professionals work here. Personnel are trained on the basis of local educational institutions, including Kostanay Highway College. Modern technologies and access to the international market The new plant will produce up to 74,000 main gears per year. The production process is based on precision stamping technology, which ensures high strength and durability of the parts. All the equipment is supplied by leading European manufacturers from Italy, Spain and Germany. KamLitKZ products are aimed at the CIS and European markets, which will expand the export potential of the region. The development of the machine–building sector is one of the priorities of Kostanay region. New projects, jobs and the introduction of advanced technologies contribute to the strengthening of industry and economic growth in the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/968286?lang=kk

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Dear media representatives, On April 11, 2025, Almaty city will host the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and the 8th meeting of foreign ministers in the “Central Asia – Russia” format.The CIS Foreign Ministers’ Council will address a wide range of issues aimed at further strengthening cooperation within the Commonwealth. Particular attention will be given to coordinating efforts in the political, trade and economic, cultural, humanitarian, and other areas of collaboration.As part of the upcoming meeting of foreign ministers in the “Central Asia – Russia” format, it is planned to discuss current issues of cooperation among the countries of the region in the areas of trade, economy and investment, transport and logistics, cultural and humanitarian affairs, as well as regional security.A press center for media representatives will be operational on April 11, 2025, at the Rixos Almaty Hotel, located at 506/99 Seifullin Avenue, Almaty.To obtain accreditation, please complete the attached form and send it to mfakzaccreditation@gmail.com until 12:00 PM on April 7, 2025.For any additional questions, please contact the Press Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan:- Yerlan Utegenov, mobile: +7(777) 041 88 65Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/967782?lang=kk

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On April 1, 2025, the akim of the region met with the silver medalists of the junior World Short Track Championships Polina Omelchuk and Anastasia Galechina, which took place in Calgary (Canada). The meeting was also attended by the head of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the Akimat of Kostanay region.Anastasia Galechina won a bronze medal in the 2000-meter relay at the Calgary Championships, and Polina Omelchuk won a bronze at the 2024 Youth Olympics.There has been a lot of good news about winter sports in our region this year. Among them, Gleb Ivchenko became the champion at the IX Asian Winter Games in short track in China, and Nail Bashmakov and Vladislav Kovalev won the bronze medal in cross-country skiing.Akim thanked the coaches of our athletes: Anatoly Galechin, Ilya Korobeynikov and Nikolay Fedorenko, and noted that he was proud of the results of the young short-track athletes."In recent years, I am pleased that our athletes perform at a high level. The Winter Olympics in Milan are ahead. We will always support our athletes who have a chance to compete for licenses and medals," the mayor said.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/967458?lang=kk

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Astana, March 28, 2025 – A meeting of the “Human Dimension Dialogue Platform” Consultative and Advisory Body was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan under the chairmanship of Ambassador-at-Large Alua Nadirkulova. The meeting focused on two key agenda items: ensuring gender equality and equal opportunities for men and women, as well as combating violence against women.The event was attended by members of the Mazhilis of Parliament, representatives of the Human Rights Commission under the President, the National Human Rights Center (Office of the Commissioner for Human Rights), relevant government agencies (the Ministry of Culture and Information, the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, the Ministry of National Economy, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Ministry of Health, etc.), Kazakhstani non-governmental organizations working in the field of women’s rights, as well as observers from international organizations, including UNDP and UN Women.The meeting opened with a report by Lira Raisova, Deputy Chair of the Youth and Family Affairs Committee of the Ministry of Culture and Information. She emphasized Kazakhstan’s commitment to justice and inclusivity, as well as its active promotion of global initiatives to ensure gender equality. It was noted that Kazakhstan’s international partners recognize its significant contribution to the implementation of the Generation Equality Forum’s Action Coalitions and the Beijing+30 Process.Participants were informed that Kazakhstan has undertaken significant efforts to improve national legislation in the interests of women. It was highlighted that on June 16, 2024, the Law on “Ensuring Women’s Rights and Children’s Safety” came into force, making Kazakhstan the first country in the CIS who introduced advanced measures to combat violence against women and children.During the discussion of the first agenda item, Sayat Kenebayev, Director of the Department for Social Sector Development, Law Enforcement, and Special Agencies at the Ministry of National Economy, presented key measures to expand women’s economic rights and opportunities. These included the gradual increase of women’s representation in the governing bodies of state-owned companies to 30%. Target indicators were set to enhance female representation at decision-making levels – both in executive positions and in boards of directors. It was noted that by the end of 2024, women accounted for 48.1% of small and medium-sized business owners, demonstrating their growing contribution to the economy.Azhary Suleimenova, a representative of the National Human Rights Center, briefed participants on a Special Report prepared by the Ombudsman’s Office on combating domestic violence. She highlighted the issue of insufficient crisis center coverage in remote regions. Strengthening interagency coordination was proposed to enable timely identification of at-risk families and provide targeted assistance. Additionally, the importance of working with offenders was emphasized – expanding and continuing correctional programs for aggressors.During the meeting, Aselgul Alibayeva, a representative of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, provided details on the implementation of new legislative measures. It was noted that the April 2024 law significantly strengthened mechanisms for protection against domestic violence. The Criminal Code was amended to reinstate liability for battery and intentional infliction of minor harm to individuals in a helpless or financially dependent situation – provisions most frequently applied in cases of domestic violence. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, at the President’s instruction, special police units for the protection of women and children from violence have been reinstated, and a new institution of female investigators for handling sexual crime cases is being introduced.Among the new legislative measures discussed at the meeting, particular interest was drawn to the President’s initiative to introduce a separate article in the Criminal Code establishing liability for the abduction of individuals for the purpose of forced marriage (commonly known as “bride kidnapping”). The proposal to introduce this separate article was supported by the General Prosecutor’s Office, and work is currently underway with relevant government agencies to draft the necessary amendments.Overall, the discussion took place in an open and constructive atmosphere. Representatives of government agencies and NGOs engaged in a candid exchange of views, identified existing problems, and proposed specific recommendations for their systematic resolution.The “Human Dimension Dialogue Platform” Consultative and Advisory Body was established in 2013 at the initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The platform serves as an effective tool for promoting dialogue between the government and the civil sector. Various current issues of human rights protection are discussed at the platform with the participation of representatives of international organizations and diplomatic corps (UNDP, OHCHR, OSCE, and others) as observers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/967420?lang=kk

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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