Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov spoke at a meeting of the republican headquarters for the coordination of flood prevention measures chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. He said that the region is actively preparing for the flood period and is ready for possible risks.According to Kazhydromet's forecast, precipitation and temperature rise to +7 °C are expected in the region from March 13 to 18. Necessary measures have been carried out in 92 settlements affected by flooding. 168 culverts were built, 20 km of storm sewers were laid, drainage systems and filling dams were purchased in the amount of 860 million tenge. More than 7.5 billion tenge has been allocated for flood prevention measures, including the repair of 27 hydraulic structures. Additionally, 1.5 billion tenge is provided in the reserve for emergency measures."We took into account all possible risks in advance to avoid a repeat of last year's situation. All work is being carried out systematically, equipment and people are ready for any eventuality. It is important not only to protect settlements, but also to minimize damage to farmland and infrastructure," Kumar Aksakalov emphasized.Points designed for 20,000 people have been prepared for possible evacuations. Protective ramparts have been strengthened in Amangeldy, Zhangeldinsky districts and Arkalyk, and coastal protection works have been carried out. Organized transportation of farm animals to safe zones will begin on March 15. Stocks of feed have been harvested, including 644 thousand tons of hay, 217 thousand tons of straw, 84 thousand tons of hayloft and 243 thousand tons of concentrated feed.Water levels in rivers and reservoirs are monitored in the region. The total volume of water in large reservoirs is 881 million cubic meters, which corresponds to 61% of their normal filling. To prevent ice jams, blasting operations on reservoirs are planned from March 15. 193 million tenge has been allocated for these purposes, three times more than last year."We continue to clear riverbeds, strengthen dams and banks, and coordinate with neighboring regions. All necessary services are involved in the work. The situation remains under control, and we are doing everything possible to ensure the safety of people," the governor of the region said.To eliminate the consequences of the floods, a group of forces was formed, which included 3,000 specialists, about 400 pieces of equipment, 120 watercraft and 330 motor pumps. Water levels are also constantly monitored, and coordination with neighboring regions, including the Russian Federation, is maintained.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/955799

As of March 1, 2025, since February 1, 2024, 75,329 applications worth more than USD 8 million have been executed (transferred to authorized operators for crediting to applicants' bank accounts). Of these, 43,781 applications worth more than USD 4.65 million have been executed for the purpose of improving housing conditions, and 31,548 applications worth about USD 3.35 million have been executed for paying for education. Let us remind you that the recipient of target savings (TS) has the right to use the entire amount or part of it, the remainder of the unused amount remains in the target savings account (TSA).The most popular sub-goals for using funds for housing improvement were: replenishment of a contribution to housing construction savings for further accumulation (42,622 applications were completed for a total of over 4.53 million US dollars), making a down payment to obtain a mortgage loan for the purchase of housing - 362 applications for a total of over 37.44 thousand US dollars, acquisition of housing in ownership through civil law transactions (final settlement) - 325 applications for a total of over 32.81 thousand US dollars.The most popular sub-goals in terms of paying for education were: payment for educational services of educational organizations located in the Republic of Kazakhstan, in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (27,020 applications were completed for a total of over 2.88 million US dollars), replenishment of an educational savings deposit under an agreement on an educational savings deposit (3,421 applications were completed for a total of over 354.24 thousand US dollars), payment for educational services of foreign educational organizations in installments (for each academic period or academic year) or in full at one time (for the entire period of study) (971 applications were completed for a total of over 99.78 thousand US dollars).Detailed information on payments of targeted savings for the purpose of improving housing conditions and (or) paying for education by authorized operators and regions can be found on the website enpf.kz.We remind you that according to the National Fund for Children program, 50% of the investment income of the National Fund of the Republic of Kazakhstan is distributed once a year among children who are citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan who were born in 2006 and later. For 2023, all recipients of the TS were credited with 100.52 US dollars, for 2024 - 129.38 US dollars. Children who received the first funds from the National Fund in 2023, with the exception of persons born in 2006, were credited with investment income in the amount of 3.04 US dollars this year. As a result, the target savings of a child born in 2006 amount to 100.52 US dollars, and those born in 2007 - 232.94 US dollars.Adult citizens must independently obtain information about their TS through their personal account on the Internet resources of the UAPF or e-government, and then contact the authorized operator to open a bank account in US dollars and submit an online application for payment of TS to improve housing conditions and (or) pay for education.You can familiarize yourself with the terms of the program, get instructions, and answers to your questions on the website kids.enpf.kz and on the БЖЗҚ ЕНПФYouTube channel. We also note that a video instruction on the implementation of the National Fund for Children program, the algorithm of actions before and after the child reaches adulthood is posted on the БЖЗҚ ЕНПФ YouTube channel at the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHQNAxfskX8.UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz). Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/955146

A working detour was held in Kostanay with the participation of akim of the region Kumar Aksakalov, akim of the city Marat Zhundubayev, specialized services, emergency situations, police and contractors. The goal is to monitor the progress of snow removal and preparation for the flood period.The detour route included the Yubileyny microdistrict, the Abai Kunanbayev school, the Second Kostanay district, school No. 122, the Airport microdistrict, the drainage canal in the Druzhba residential area, Abai Street and the Wheel Rows area. Special attention was paid to the condition of drainage structures and snow removal in residential areas.As a result of the detour, instructions were given to the Akimat of Kostanay, the Emergency Department, the police and contractors:• Accelerate the cleaning of streets, courtyards and drainage structures.• Involve management companies and axes in the cleaning, as well as strengthen the awareness of private sector residents about the need for snow removal.• Provide targeted assistance to people with limited mobility and socially vulnerable segments of the population – it is important to involve volunteer organizations.Preparations for the flood period will continue. Control over the execution of orders is carried out online.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/955529

Who is entitled to receive pension savings benefit payments according to the schedule?Monthly pension benefit payments according to the established schedule from the UAPF in accordance with the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan are made to persons who have reached retirement age (men - 63 years, women - 61 years), as well as persons with disabilities of group 1 or 2, established indefinitely, who have pension savings in the UAPF, in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan. How are pension benefits calculated according to the schedule?Pension benefits are calculated according to the schedule as follows: in the first year of receiving benefits, the amount of pension savings is multiplied by the pension savings payment rate of 6.5% and divided by 12. In subsequent years, the amount of the monthly pension benefit is increased by the pension benefit indexation rate of 5%. In this case, the monthly pension benefit from the UAPF is paid in the amount of at least 70% of the subsistence minimum (hereinafter - SM) established for the relevant financial year by the law on the republican budget (in 2025, the SM is 46,228 tenge).For beneficiaries of certain categories: persons with disabilities of groups 1 or 2, established indefinitely, as well as those who worked in hazardous industries, whose savings are formed through compulsory occupational pension contributions in total for at least sixty months, the Methodology provides for correction factors that increase the amount of the monthly pension benefit. For persons who meet more than one of the above conditions, the correction factor with the highest value is applied.If the amount of pension savings on the date of payment from the UAPF does not exceed twelve times the minimum pension established by the law on the republican budget for the relevant financial year (in 2025, 753,252 tenge = 62,771x12), the payment is made in a lump sum.Where and when to apply for payment of pension savings from the UAPF?To assign pension benefit payments from the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund at the expense of mandatory types of pension contributions in connection with reaching the retirement age, as well as the assignment of a basic and solidarity pension from the state budget, beneficiaries must promptly contact the Government for Citizens State Corporation (CSC) at their place of residence. This can be done 10 days before reaching the retirement age. All types of pension benefit payments are made from the date of application. In this case, the day of application is considered to be the day of registration of the application and the necessary documents in the CSC, provided that the beneficiary has reached the retirement age, if he applied earlier - the day of application is considered to be the day of reaching the retirement age. Timely application is especially important for receiving benefit payments from the budget, for the assignment of which it is necessary to verify the work experience based on the documents submitted by the beneficiary. In addition, please note that future pensioners (potential beneficiaries), whose phone numbers are registered in the egov mobile citizens database, are sent an SMS notification from number 1414 2 months before reaching retirement age about the possibility of timely contacting the nearest branch of the State Corporation to receive services for the appointment of pension benefits with a link to the list of documents on the egov.kz website. That is, government agencies send out relevant notifications to process pension benefits within the specified timeframes, since payments are not assigned for the missed period.It is also worth noting that in order to provide a proactive service for making pension benefit payments from the UAPF to persons who have reached retirement age, who have pension savings in the UAPF and have not applied for their payment, the UAPF conducts an annual reconciliation together with the State Corporation to determine whether these citizens have assigned pension benefit payments by age and a state basic pension benefit at the expense of budgetary funds. Based on the results of the annual reconciliation, when identifying persons who have assigned pension benefits at the expense of budgetary funds, the UAPF makes pension benefit payments to them within the framework of the relevant agreement concluded with the State Corporation, i.e. without an application.For payment of pension savings in connection with the establishment of a disability of the first or second group for an indefinite period, you must contact the UAPF divisions either through your personal account on the website (UAPF.kz) or in the UAPF mobile application using an electronic digital signature.Please note that the UAPF has organized on-site service for persons with a disability of the first or second group established for an indefinite period. In this case, a preliminary consultation is carried out, including a check on the possibility of receiving services remotely, without leaving.It should be noted that pension benefits from the UAPF are paid until the pension savings are exhausted.On the enpf.kz website, in the section "Services - Pension benefits - Payments according to schedule", there is a list of necessary documents depending on the type of pension benefit payments, the method of their submission, requirements for their execution, application forms and samples of their completion, a sample power of attorney. In the "Online services" section, it is possible to pre-check the documents sent for pension benefits from the UAPF.Consulting services of the UAPF can be obtained through messengers (chat bot on WhatsApp and Viber at +7 777 000 14 18), call center at 1418 (calls within Kazakhstan are free), on the corporate website enpf.kz, as well as on the official pages of the UAPF on social networks Instagram, Facebook, VKontakte, X (Twitter), Telegram, Odnoklassniki.UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz). Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/954872

Премьер-министр Олжас Бектенов провел рабочее совещание с руководством министерств экономического блока по вопросу исполнения поручений Главы государства в части обеспечения устойчивого роста и диверсификации экономики. Заслушан доклад заместителя Премьер-министра – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина о проводимой работе и итогах социально-экономического развития страны за январь-февраль т.г.Рост ВВП за отчетный период составил 5,4%. Улучшение динамики наблюдается в производстве товаров и в секторе услуг. Проводимая работа по раскрытию промышленного потенциала позволила нарастить объем промпроизводства на 5,7%.В обрабатывающей промышленности показатель составил 8,9%. Среди ключевых отраслей отмечены машиностроение (18,2%), производство продуктов питания (13,1%), строительных материалов (21,6%) и металлических изделий (20,1%), химическая промышленность (9%). В горнодобывающей промышленности показатели роста на уровне 4,1%.Высокие темпы сохраняются в строительстве, где объем работ составил 408,1 млрд тенге, ИФО – 112,8%. В сфере торговли динамика роста составила 6%, услуги транспорта и складирования выросли на 21,3%. В целом отмечен высокий вклад предприятий оптовой торговли, реализующих зерно, семена и корма для животных (рост в 5,8 раз), фармацевтические товары (на 44,6%), автомобили и легкие автотранспортные средства (на 38,8%). Перевозки зерна увеличились на 43%, достигнув 2,4 млн тонн. Перевозки продуктов перемола выросли на 12%.https://primeminister.kz/ru/news/olzhas-bektenov-provel-soveshchanie-po-razvitiyu-ekonomiki-rost-vvp-za-yanvar-fevral-sostavil-54-29798 Кроме того, отмечены результаты системы поддержки отраслей по производству продукции глубокой переработки. Так, экспорт продукции с высокой добавленной стоимостью, в частности комбикормов, вырос в 5 раз до 273 тыс. тонн (56 тыс. тонн в 2024 году), экспорт растительного масла увеличился на 28% до 94 тыс. тонн.Руководитель Правительства поручил не снижать темпы роста и обозначил ряд направлений, где необходимо усилить работу для достижения плановых показателей. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/954900

Astana, March 11, 2025 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held talks with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov, who is in Astana on an official visit.The visit of the Azerbaijani minister took place in the year of the 20th anniversary of the Treaty on Strategic Partnership and Allied Relations between Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan (May 24, 2005), which emphasizes the strong and long-term nature of interstate cooperation.During the meeting a wide range of issues of bilateral relations were discussed, including politics, trade, economy, energy, transportation, transit, as well as cultural and humanitarian ties.The Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized that thanks to the political will of the heads of state over the past three years, Kazakh-Azerbaijani relations have been brought to a qualitatively new level of interaction.“Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan demonstrate a high level of mutual understanding and trust, which allows us to consistently develop our cooperation in all spheres. We aim at further expansion of interaction, especially in trade, economic and investment spheres,” Nurtleu said.The parties noted with satisfaction the significant growth of trade turnover, which has increased fivefold over the past five years due to the measures taken, reaching 533.4 million US dollars in 2024. In order to further deepen economic interaction, the sides confirmed their intention to increase this figure to 1 billion dollars.Strengthening cooperation in the energy sector was an important topic of the talks. The ministers welcomed the successful cooperation in the transit of Kazakhstan’s energy resources through the territory of Azerbaijan. It was stressed that the volume of oil transportation through the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline at the end of 2024 amounted to 1.4 million tons, and in the medium term is expected to reach the level of 2.2 million tons per year.“We consider Kazakhstan as a key partner in Central Asia. Today's talks have confirmed the mutual desire to further strengthen relations in a variety of areas, including transportation, investment, energy and education,” Bayramov said.The sides agreed to intensify cooperation in agriculture, industrial cooperation, space and telecommunications. The Kazakh-Azerbaijani Investment Fund for Direct Investments established in 2024 contributes to strengthening the dialog.During the talks, attention was paid to cultural and humanitarian cooperation. Over the past two years, the Days of Culture of Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan have been held in both countries, which received a wide response among the public. In March 2025, Baku hosted Days of Kazakh Higher Education with the participation of 23 universities of Kazakhstan, following which 40 memorandums on inter-university cooperation were signed.The ministers also discussed topical issues of the regional and global agenda, confirmed readiness for further cooperation within the UN, OTS, CICA, CIS, OIC and the Caspian Summit.The negotiations resulted in the signing of the Plan of Inter-Ministerial Cooperation for 2025-2026.Within the framework of the official visit, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov was also received by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/954348

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Jeddah, March 7, 2025 – Kazakhstan delegation headed by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu participated in the extraordinary session of the Council of Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation on the situation in Palestine and Syria.The participants of the event discussed the current geopolitical situation, challenges and threats facing the Islamic world, as well as noted the need for early recovery of the Gaza Strip and stabilization of the situation in Syria.In his speech, the Kazakh Foreign Minister noted that Kazakhstan has closely followed the Syrian crisis from its very beginning, providing a platform for negotiations within the framework of the Astana Process. “We call on OIC member countries to take active steps to stabilize the situation in Syria, taking into account the interests of the Syrian people,” said Nurtleu.Regarding the Palestinian issue, it was emphasized that the most pressing issue is to ensure a sustainable ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. Kazakhstan hopes that ongoing negotiations on the second phase will yield a sustainable path towards peace, security, as well as establishment of a Palestinian Statehood in accordance with respective resolutions of the UN General Assembly and Security Council.The event demonstrated the solidarity of Muslim countries with the Palestinian and Syrian peoples, as well as their desire for active actions for the early settlement of the situation in the region.As a result of the OIC Ministerial Council, the relevant resolutions were adopted and Syria’s membership in the Organization was reinstatement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/953595

Jeddah, March 7, 2025 – On the margins of the extraordinary meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu met with the Foreign Ministers of Türkiye Hakan Fidan, Malaysia Mohamad Haji Hasan, Indonesia Sugiono, Pakistan Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Oman Badr Al-Busaidi, Iran Seyed Abbas Araghchi and Bahrain Abdullatif Alzayani.During the meetings the sides discussed topical issues of further development of bilateral relations in political, trade, economic, and investment spheres, as well as the schedule of joint events for the current year.Special attention was paid to the development of transit-transport, cultural and humanitarian cooperation.In addition, the ministers discussed the global agenda and agreed to continue active work within the framework of international organizations.The outcome of the meetings confirmed the parties’ mutual interest in strengthening partnership and joint search for solutions to current challenges. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/953596

In accordance with the Head of State's instructions, the Government is implementing projects to build essential infrastructure using assets that were illegally withdrawn but have been returned to the country.A decision has been made to allocate about KZT 4.2 billion from the Special State Fund for the construction and modernization of water supply systems in the Aral district of the Kyzylorda region.To provide centralized water supply to the villages of Tokabai and Abai, which have a combined population of over 3 000 people, a connection line to the Aral -Tokabai-Abay main line of the Aral-Sarybulak group water supply is being built. This project began in 2021, and an additional KZT 3.7 billion is needed for its completion. The decision to allocate these funds has already been made, and the facility is expected to be operational by the end of 2025.In the village of Akbasty, home to about 400 residents, the construction of a connection line to the Kosman-Akbasty main line of the Aral-Sarybulak group water supply is nearing completion. The project's cost is approximately KZT 2.4 billion, with KZT 1.8 billion already spent. The remaining KZT 524 million has been allocated from the Special State Fund, and the facility is scheduled to be launched this year. These projects will enhance the living standards of rural residents by providing direct access to quality water and creating new economic opportunities. It is important to note that the construction and modernization of the water supply system is a top priority for the Government. These activities are part of the Head of State's order to ensure 100% coverage of cities and villages with drinking water.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/952082

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Kostanay region is actively working to attract investments and develop the manufacturing industry within the framework of the instructions of the Head of State. For this purpose, an Investment Headquarters has been established, which includes representatives of government agencies and businesses.The main goal is effective interaction with investors.The investment headquarters is designed to promptly resolve issues arising during the implementation of projects, without unnecessary bureaucracy. The most important task is to create a favorable investment climate and improve conditions for attracting capital to the region's economy.Today, at a regular meeting of the headquarters, 16 investment projects in such key areas as industry, agricultural processing and energy were considered.All investor issues have been studied in detail, ways of solving them have been identified, and government support measures have been outlined.Kostanay region is a promising investment platformThe region is actively developing and attracting new investors. Large-scale projects aimed at producing high-value-added products, developing logistics infrastructure and modernizing production are being implemented.The work of the Investment Staff will continue on an ongoing basis in order to provide comfortable business conditions and facilitate the successful implementation of investment initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/953281

On the eve of March 8, a festive concert dedicated to International Women's Day was held in Kostanay region. This day honored women who, through their hard work, care and talent, make an invaluable contribution to the development of the region and the whole country.During the event, Akim of Kostanay region Kumar Aksakalov presented state awards to outstanding women of the region. Representatives of various fields – medicine, education, agriculture, culture and business - received the Order of "Kurmet", the medals "Yeren yenbegi ushin" and "Shapagat" for their professional achievements and dedication to their work. And mothers with many children who raised worthy citizens of the country were awarded "Kumis alka" and "Altyn alka" pendants.Speaking to the audience, Kumar Aksakalov noted that the women of the region not only successfully realize themselves in the profession, but also play a key role in educating the younger generation. He expressed gratitude for their hard work, wisdom and care, wishing them good health, family well-being and spring mood.The festive concert became a bright event filled with an atmosphere of respect and appreciation. Musical and creative performances prepared by the artists of the region created a festive mood and reminded of the important role of women in society.International Women's Day is not just a holiday, but an opportunity to express deep appreciation and gratitude to all women for their dedication, fortitude and love that they give to the world.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/953291

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Nicosia, March 6, 2025 – Within the framework of an official visit to the Republic of Cyprus, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus Constantinos Kombos.The parties discussed the main issues of bilateral cooperation in political, trade and economic, investment, cultural, and humanitarian areas.It was noted that regular meetings between the heads of foreign ministries of the two countries have given a significant impetus to the progressive development of relations between the two countries, as well as the strengthening of the relevant legal framework.The Kazakh Foreign Minister emphasized that the trade turnover between the countries last year increased 5 times compared to 2023, and the volume of Cypriot investments in 2024 amounted to 227 million US dollars. It was proposed to intensify business contacts in order to expand investment cooperation and further increase the volume of mutual trade.In turn, the head of the Foreign Ministry of Cyprus noted that Kazakhstan is a reliable partner of Nicosia in Central Asia. The interaction between the two countries within the framework of various international platforms, including the UN and the OSCE, was highly appreciated.The parties reached an agreement to consider the possibility of establishing an Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation, to increase the activities of the Cyprus-Kazakhstan Business Association, and to work on the opening of direct flights between countries.Following the talks, ministers confirmed their readiness for close and fruitful cooperation and the development of new initiatives in priority areas, including in the framework of the forthcoming presidency of Cyprus in the Council of the EU in the first half of 2026.During the visit, Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan met with the President of the Cyprus-Kazakhstan Business Association Costas Markides, with whom they discussed topical issues of economic cooperation, attracting Cypriot investments in Kazakhstan, as well as the prospects for the implementation of joint projects in various areas.It was noted that the deepening of partnership between the business communities of the two countries would be an important factor in the further growth of mutual trade and expansion of investment cooperation.In 2024, Kazakhstan-Cyprus trade turnover amounted to 7.1 million US dollars (exports – 6.2 million dollars, imports – 949 thousand dollars), which is 5 times more than in 2023. In the period from 2005 to the second quarter of 2024, the volume of Cypriot investments in the economy of Kazakhstan exceeded 4.8 billion dollars. The inflow of direct investments from Cyprus for 2024 amounted to 227.6 million dollars. There are 367 companies with Cypriot capital registered in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/952500

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Nicosia, March 6, 2025 – At the invitation of the Cypriot side, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu arrived to the Republic of Cyprus with the first official visit.The Kazakh Foreign Minister was received by the President Nikos Christodoulides. During the meeting, the high level of bilateral cooperation achieved recently and the mood for its further strengthening were noted.President Christodoulides, being the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus, visited Kazakhstan in 2019, thus giving a serious impetus to the development of political dialogue and intensification of trade and economic ties.Kazakhstan, along with India, was identified by the Cypriot side as a priority state in the Asian direction.In turn, Minister Nurtleu conveyed to the leader of Cyprus warm greetings and best wishes from the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and noted that Cyprus is a reliable partner of our country in the European Union and the Mediterranean. It was also emphasized that Cyprus has invested 4.8 billion dollars in the economy of Kazakhstan since 2005.The interlocutors welcomed the mutual opening of embassies in the capitals of both countries, which was an important step to create new partnership opportunities in various fields.The sides also noted the prospects for further development of cooperation in trade, transport, digitalization and tourism. In addition, they exchanged views on topical issues of global and regional security.During the stay of the Kazakh delegation in Cyprus, Minister Nurtleu is scheduled to meet with the Minister of Foreign Affairs Constantinos Kombos and business communities of Cyprus.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/951700

Astana, March 5, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Kingdom of Thailand Piyapin Niyomrerks.Deputy Minister Bakayev congratulated the Thai diplomat on her appointment and expressed confidence that her work would contribute to the further development of friendly relations between the two countries.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and prospects for strengthening bilateral cooperation in political, economic, and cultural spheres.Additionally, the participants agreed to continue close collaboration in multilateral formats, particularly within the UN, CICA and other international organizations.Ambassador Niyomrerks confirmed her commitment to further strengthen the partnership between Kazakhstan and Thailand.In conclusion, the parties agreed to maintain contacts and continue cooperation in all spheres of mutual interest.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/951670