📌 A meeting of the Vice Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Dauren Temirbekov with the business community of the region was held in Ulytau region. More than 200 entrepreneurs attended the meeting.🔵 During the meeting, local entrepreneurs expressed their opinions on the changes to be made to the tax legislation. On behalf of the business community, the following spoke: Nadezhda Kim, Chairwoman of the Association of Entrepreneurs and Industrialists of Ulytau region, Sholpan Zhangaskinova, Member of the Regional Council, Founder of the "Zhangaskinova" PE, Zhanbolat Zhuanyshbayev, Deputy of the Zhanaarka District Maslikhat, Chairman of the "Eraliev" AIC, Head of the "Kogaly Kol" Farm, and other entrepreneurs.➡️ Gulmira Kazhenova, Director of the Chamber of Entrepreneurs of Ulytau region, said that such meetings with representatives of regional businesses demonstrate that the concept of "A State that Listens to the Voice of the People" is working. In turn, the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry "Atameken" expects that each legislative initiative will be comprehensively analyzed, taking into account the interests of entrepreneurs and investors.🔵 Following the meeting, it was noted that the opinion of business representatives in the regions will be taken into account in the further improvement of tax reforms.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ulytau/press/news/details/937552

A selector meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Head of Government Olzhas Bektenov, where the flood preparedness was discussed. The Akim of Atyrau region Serik Shapkenov reported on the work being carried out in the region to prevent floods.According to the head of the region, preliminary assessment work shows that the current situation is developing according to last year's scenario. In this regard, previously built dams are being reconstructed and restored, the necessary funds have been provided. Material and technical reserves have been fully accumulated.- As part of the restoration of road infrastructure, 30 kilometers of roads have been repaired and 4 bridges have been restored at the expense of government reserve funds and the local budget. In addition, 13 cattle crossings have been built and water pipes have been installed in 49 previously flooded areas, the head of the region said.As part of flood control measures in the Atyrau region, work is underway to dredge the bottom of the Zhem River and the Kursai channel in Zhylyoi district (80.3 km out of 95 km have been completed), and 29 km of the planned 61 km of dams have been built. 41.9 km of dams are being strengthened in 9 rural districts and 5 settlements of the Kyzylkoga district. In the Inder district, the protective structures of the existing 34.5 km dam have been strengthened, and 105 km of dams have been built in Makhambet. This year, an additional 29.9 km of dams will be strengthened and 12.4 km of new dams will be built.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/937550

A pilot project has been launched in the Akmola region within the framework of the instruction of the Head of State to introduce a unified drone infrastructure.This project, entitled "Unified Drone Infrastructure", is aimed at increasing the transparency and efficiency of management of state and infrastructure projects. The system will allow to monitor the construction of schools and roads, monitor the condition of heating networks, identify violations in the field of subsoil use, and improve the quality of housing and communal services.At a meeting held at the regional akimat, the Akmola region's Department of Digitization and Archives, together with Kazakhtelecom JSC, presented the project to the regional akim. During the presentation, the possibilities of using unmanned aerial vehicles for operational monitoring and analysis were demonstrated.The regional akim supported this initiative and noted that drones will be used in the cities of Kokshetau and Koschy during the pilot phase. In addition, mobile drones will be used to inspect remote settlements."Digital technologies play an important role in the field of public administration." "Innovative solutions allow not only to improve the quality of services provided, but also to reduce potential risks. Akmola region is ready to become a pilot region in the implementation of such advanced projects," - said the regional governor Marat Akhmetzhanov. One of the main advantages of the project is remote monitoring of the condition of heating networks using a drone. This will allow you to identify heat losses and take timely measures to eliminate them. In addition, drones record violations of the law in the field of subsoil use and ensure compliance with environmental standards. "The use of modern technologies allows us to monitor the construction of social facilities - schools and roads - in real time." "This will ensure transparency of processes, increase efficiency and contribute to the prompt adoption of management decisions," - noted Magzhan Yerzhan, Head of the Digitization and Archives Department of the Akmola Region.As part of the project, Magzhan Yerzhan, Head of the Digitization and Archives Department of the Akmola Region, and Abylaikhan Ospanov, General Director of the Digital Business Division of Kazakhtelecom JSC, signed a memorandum of cooperation.It should be noted that the development of digital technologies and the use of modern monitoring tools are one of the priority areas of development in the region. If the pilot project "Unified Drone Infrastructure" is successfully implemented, it is planned to expand it throughout the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/937160

This is a joint experiment of the Ministry of Transport and scientists.An intermediate test of an innovative type of road barrier, i.e. cable barriers, was successfully completed on one of the sections of the Astana-Karaganda (KAZ01) highway of republican significance in the Karaganda region with a high risk of snow accumulation. These tests were conducted on a 500-meter-long experimental section near the city of Temirtau. This cable equipment was installed along the road in the direction of Karaganda, specifically on the belt separating the lanes and on the right side of the road. As a result of the tests, this device showed high efficiency in adverse weather conditions (during a blizzard).Cable barriers have significant advantages over traditional metal barriers. They are especially effective in conditions of heavy snow and strong winds. They allow snow to pass freely through the cables. This prevents it from accumulating on the dividing strips and edges of the road. Also, such barriers help reduce the cost of mechanical cleaning of roads. The mentioned types of fences are actively used in the USA, Japan and Europe due to their economic efficiency.The project is being implemented under the scientific and technical guidance of specialists from the KazZhol Research Institute. They will conduct a two-year monitoring of the effectiveness of cable fences in various weather and operating conditions. If the experience gives positive results, cable fences can become an alternative to traditional metal barriers in areas with a high risk of snowfall. It is expected that these fences will ensure safe movement in the winter.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/937493

On February 12, the first meeting of the Public Council of the Ministry of Transport of this year was held, during which the results of the work of 2024 were discussed and the work plan of the Public Council for 2025 was approved.The approved work plan is comprehensive and comprehensive, covering several large-scale areas, in particular, stabilization of the railway and road transport markets, development of shipping, problems in the construction of highways, development of the republican budget, combating corruption, implementation of action plans provided for in the concepts of development of transport and logistics potential until 2030 and development of railway transport until 2029, problems of business in the field of freight and passenger railways, aviation, road transport, on the progress of the Year of Working Professions, on the progress of the implementation of the reform of railway transport, competition in the field of freight railway transport development.During 2024, the Council was engaged in improving legislation, considering citizens' applications, and developing proposals for interaction with subordinate organizations of the Ministry.Members of the Public Council regularly analyzed the budget execution, actively participated in industry forums and raised the issue of an accessible environment for people with disabilities, and created conditions for the formation of an inclusive society.Also, the composition of 5 sectoral commissions was approved at the meeting of the Public Council: Civil Aviation Issues, Road and Water Transport Issues, Road Transport Issues, Budget Issues, and the Commission on Combating Corruption.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/937580

From March 24, 2025, changes to the rules for registering subscriber mobile devices will come into force. The new rules apply only to new devices imported into the country after 03/24/2025. Phones that already exist in the territory of Kazakhstan and are included in the Identification Codes Database (ICD) will automatically be included in the "white list" and will continue to operate without any restrictions.These innovations are aimed at further improving the registration system and combating fraud, protecting consumer rights and increasing the security of using mobile devices.Today, about 3.7 million devices with duplicate IMEI codes are registered in Kazakhstan. Their illegal import poses a significant economic and social problem. Such a mobile device market makes it difficult to control the legal circulation of devices, contributes to the increase in phone theft and creates unfair competition.In order to address these issues, new rules have been introduced to ensure an open and secure mobile device market.The main innovation is the verification procedure for mobile devicesIn accordance with the new rules, a special system checks the following parameters during registration:The authenticity of the device's IMEI codeThe absence of the IMEI code in the GSMA international database of stolen, blocked or lost devicesThe device was legally imported into the territory of KazakhstanNote: The changes apply only to devices newly imported into the territory of Kazakhstan. Existing mobile phones that are already included in the ICD database will automatically be included in the “white list” and will continue to work without any restrictions.What lists will appear?As a result of verification, mobile devices are divided into three categories:White list - devices that have successfully passed verification, they will be registered without any restrictions.Gray list - temporarily allowed devices. Their owners must confirm that the device was imported legally within 30 days.Black list - illegally imported, counterfeit or stolen devices. They will be blocked.How will this affect users?Phones that are already in use in Kazakhstan will continue to work without any restrictions. No additional action is required.Buyers of new devices after March 24, 2025 can check the IMEI code on the imei.rfs.gov.kz website before purchasing the device. The website is currently being updated in accordance with the new rules.Owners of devices on the “gray list” can use the device for 30 days. During this time, operators will notify the device via SMS about the need to verify the device. The message will contain a link to a special questionnaire that must be filled out.Owners of devices imported from abroad must indicate the date of crossing the border.If the user does not pass verification within 30 days, they can complete the verification process at any time by filling out the questionnaire using the link in the message.These measures give consumers confidence that they are purchasing legal and high-quality devices. Open conditions for fair competition will be created for business, and the state will strictly control imports, reducing the number of illegal phones and reducing the level of fraud.When will they come into force?The new rules will come into force 60 days after the date of official publication - on March 24, 2025.Citizens have no reason to worry - owners of officially registered devices do not need to take any additional actions. The Ministry will continue information work on the introduction of new rules.Source: Official website of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of KazakhstanBlocking illegal smartphones: How is IMEI verification carried out in Kazakhstan?Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/zhetysu-oblysy/press/news/details/937485

Almaty region is taking a firm step towards strengthening its position as one of the leading tourist regions in the country. As part of the Comprehensive Plan for the Development of the Almaty Mountain Cluster for 2025–2029, large-scale changes are planned to improve infrastructure, update tourist routes and improve the quality of service. These measures will not only increase the tourist attractiveness of the region, but also open up new opportunities for the local population and give impetus to the development of small and medium-sized businesses.Turgen and Kaskelen - new centers of family tourismIn the initial stage of the implementation of the Comprehensive Plan, priority was given to the development of the Kaskelen and Turgen gorges. Modern recreation areas, hiking trails and areas for family recreation will be built in these picturesque places. The development of these locations will not only increase the flow of tourists, but also support local entrepreneurs.Communication and Internet in mountain regionsIn order to increase the comfort and safety of tourists, communication networks will be laid in the Kaskelen and Turgen gorges. This will ensure stable mobile communication and access to high-speed Internet. This step will be very important for local residents and tourism businesses.27 new tourist routesThe mountain routes of Almaty region will now be more accessible and safe. As part of the comprehensive plan, 27 new routes with a total length of 143 km will be equipped. Special recreation areas will be located every 5 km, which will create comfortable conditions for hiking enthusiasts. These changes will increase the popularity of the region and open up new opportunities for the development of ecotourism.Roads and utility networks are the basis of tourismAn important part of the project is the construction of more than 26 km of new highways and the laying of electricity and water networks in mountain regions. This will not only create comfortable conditions for tourists, but also contribute to the development of business and give impetus to the economic growth of the region.Development of ski resortsPopular ski resorts in the Almaty region are being expanded. The complex modernization includes the Oi-Qaragai and Ak-Bulak resorts, where new trails will be built, Issyk-Kul will be improved, and the Arsha hotel will be built. These measures will make the region attractive for tourism all year round, increase the number of tourists, and create additional jobs.Large-scale expansion of Oi-QaragaiThe Oi-Qaragai resort is expecting a large-scale expansion: its area will increase from 105 hectares to 1,000 hectares. By 2028, the number of visitors to the resort is expected to increase from 300 thousand to 850 thousand people, and the total investment will amount to 83.2 billion tenge. This project will be an important stage in the development of mountain tourism and attracting new investors.Training of mountain guides and tour guidesTo improve the quality of services in the tourism sector, programs will be launched to train professional guides and tour guides. Local residents will also have the opportunity to master in-demand specialties and get a job in the hospitality industry.Long-term prospectsThe implementation of the comprehensive plan will lay a solid foundation for the long-term development of the region. Improved infrastructure, modernization of tourist facilities and attraction of investors will improve the quality of life of the local population and attract new travelers. Almaty region will become a center for active and family recreation, opening up new horizons for the development of tourism and business.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almobl/press/news/details/937456

Vice Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Birzhanov announced the main news of the tax reform to entrepreneurs in the region.The main task for the government in introducing tax changes is to maintain a balance between budget revenues and business support.- Reducing the VAT threshold will expand the number of payers by about 200-300 thousand entities. The current simplified declaration system provides for annual income up to 180 million tenge, the number of employees up to 30 people and a rate of up to 2%. There was also a retail tax. It is planned to combine the two regimes into a single simplified declaration format, - said Yerzhan Birzhanov.Entrepreneurs noted that increasing VAT will increase the burden not only on business, but also on consumers. The Vice Minister assured that the interests of all parties will be taken into account in the final decision. A package of amendments will be submitted for consideration in the parliament.Press service of the Akim of the East Kazakhstan RegionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/937559

The "City of Worker Professions" festival is being held at the EXPO exhibition ground, bringing together future specialists, employers and professional and technical organizations. This is the first large-scale event of the "Year of Worker Professions" announced at the initiative of Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.The festival is being held by the Ministry of Education and Science and with the support of other sectoral departments, national companies and large enterprises. At 40 interactive exhibitions in the village, you can immerse yourself in the intricacies of more than 200 professions and get acquainted with the specifics of economic sectors. Various seminars, master classes, innovation sessions and job fairs will be organized within the framework of the festival for several days. Over 15 thousand people visited the event in the first two days.Kasym-Jomart Tokayev got acquainted with the process of training specialists in energy, mining, metallurgy, oil and gas, construction, agriculture and other industries. The President was also presented with examples of the transformation of vocational and technical education organizations in accordance with the demand in the labor market and the specifics of each region.The President noted that on the eve of the implementation of large projects such as nuclear power plants, specialists with high-quality education and professional skills are urgently needed.Akorda.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/937522

In addition, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed his opinion on the situation around Ukraine, drawing attention to the fact that the peace and stability of our country are the most important values. - We firmly adhere to the ideology "Our unity is in diversity." Despite our different nationalities and beliefs, we live as one people in one society. I urge you all to fully understand this deep process. Only then can we achieve success. There is a lot of talk about Ukraine now. From the very beginning, we said that this war must be stopped and an agreement must be reached through diplomatic negotiations. This position has now become a reality. Two giant countries have begun to conduct political dialogue. This is a good process. And it will benefit Kazakhstan. Therefore, we fully support this, - said the President. Akorda.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/937531

It has been snowing in the capital since morning. The city's municipal services are working in an enhanced mode around the clock, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.On the morning of February 13, 2,585 road workers and 1,245 units of special equipment were deployed to clear snow.On the night of February 13, more than 25 thousand cubic meters of snow were removed from the capital to snow dumps in 1,946 flights.Since the beginning of the winter season, more than 5.6 million cubic meters of snow have been removed from the city in 61,117 heavy truck flights.First of all, in accordance with the rules, places with very high traffic are cleared to avoid traffic jams on the roads. Also, areas with medium traffic - squares, areas near train stations, sidewalks, entrances to social facilities, etc. are cleared.Cleaning of central streets, places where passenger transport routes pass, stops and sidewalks is also a priority.There are several equipped snow dumps in the city. They are equipped with a dump truck license plate reading system, video surveillance cameras are installed here, and lighting is turned on.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, follow safety rules, and not to travel long distances if there is a storm warning.In the event of an emergency, please call "112."Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/936997

The winners and prize-winners of the Asian Swimming Championship among schoolchildren, held in Bangkok (Thailand), returned to the country at the Astana International Airport, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.The athletes were warmly welcomed by their parents, friends, fans, and the staff of the Children's and Youth Specialized Olympic Reserve Sports School No. 4 under the city's sports department.At this prestigious competition, the capital's athletes demonstrated a high level of preparation and achieved excellent results. Defending the honor of the country in the competition, which brought together the best young swimmers in Asia, the capital's swimmers once again proved the potential of Kazakhstan in swimming, winning 5 gold, 3 silver, and 4 bronze medals.“Today, we are very proud to welcome the athletes of our school. The Asian Swimming Championship is one of the largest and most prestigious swimming competitions on the continent. They demonstrated their skills and perseverance in this competition and deservedly defeated their opponents. This is the result of their hard work and the professional work of the coaches. Each medal is the result of tremendous work, this is a great achievement for our school and for Astana sports in general,” said Yerbol Orynbayuly, head of the Children's and Youth Specialized Olympic Reserve Sports School No. 4.It should be noted that the swimmer who stood out among the capital's athletes is Khanzada Nurlybekova. She showed excellent results at several distances and took 2nd place overall. During the competition, she scored 259 points and became the owner of the “Best Athlete” Cup.It should be noted that more than 1,500 athletes from 18 Asian countries participated in this year's competition, where young talents competed against each other. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937178

In Astana, primary school students in the second shift will study online due to the worsening weather, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.“On February 13, 2025, due to adverse weather conditions, students in grades 0-4 of the second shift will be transferred to a distance learning format,” the Department of Education said in a statement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937179

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said, “Kazakhstan should become a territory of mass digitization and accelerated development of artificial intelligence. This is our strategic task,” and instructed the Government to fully develop digitization. Within the framework of these main tasks, the Ministry of Justice is implementing the “Digital Justice” project portfolio. It is aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of services, while saving citizens’ financial and time costs, including measures to use artificial intelligence. This was stated by Arman Akylbay, Head of the Department of Justice of Astana, at a briefing in the Communications Service, the official website of the city administration reports.Currently, a unified information system for legal aid is operating - “E-ZanKomegi”. This system is designed to provide qualified legal assistance to the population online.This system is aimed at ensuring and facilitating citizens’ access to qualified legal assistance with the participation of lawyers and legal consultants.“Currently, a consulting service has been launched, where operators provide advice around the clock. To get advice, you need to select the appropriate section on the “EGov.KZ” portal and leave a request for service.Also, the possibility of providing legal advice is being considered through the “Zan Komegi” information system. Such legal advice is provided by lawyers and legal advisors. In addition, a chat bot with artificial intelligence elements for providing legal advice has been developed and is being tested in the experimental environment of the “Zan Komegi” mobile application,” said Arman AkylbayIn order to introduce artificial intelligence, the ministry has created a working group together with IT organizations. ZAN BAR, IPRAV, QarMU, KazNTU, KazNU and other organizations are participating in it.In Astana, 102,142 notarial acts were executed in 2023-2024 without visiting a notary.Now citizens can receive these services online via video call without visiting a notary.All ready-made documents are displayed in the “Digital Documents” service on the “E.Gov.kz” portal.Client identification is carried out using biometric means, which made it possible to avoid the risks of misidentifying people with similar external signs.For information security purposes, additional two-factor authentication has been introduced - verification via SMS code and EDS (electronic digital signature).The Ministry of Justice, together with the Notary Chamber, has transferred a number of notarial services, such as powers of attorney, advice, spouses' agreements and applications for the absence of marriage, to the online format replaced.In August 2024, the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan, together with the Republican Chamber of the Republic of Kazakhstan, launched the pilot project “Board of Justice Robot”.The “Digital Bailiff” has a number of advantages:- since all actions are performed automatically, it is exempt from the costs of paying for personal security services and their visits;- Up to 20 MCI after the initiation of proceedings, the Robot sends a message to the debtor with detailed information about the simplified proceedings through several channels (1. SMS message from 1414, 2. Push notification in the EGov Mobile application).- unlike the JSO, the robot blocks only 1 bank account within the amount of the debtor, while the JSO blocks all accounts;- for the convenience of citizens, there is an opportunity to pay the debt online. This includes the automatic lifting of all security measures (arrests). Thus, the human factor is completely eliminated;- this project does not require interaction with bailiffs. All actions are carried out online. It is not necessary to present receipts and other supporting documents to terminate proceedings and lift bans. In addition to digitizing the field of enforcement proceedings, the project has allowed citizens to save about 5 billion tenge annually."Previously, in case of failure to repay debts on time, citizens were forced to pay a private bailiff up to 25% for his services. According to statistics, from the moment the Digital Bailiff was launched to the present day, 1,555 simplified proceedings have been initiated in Astana based on court decisions for the amount of 73,080,358 tenge.23,780 simplified enforcement proceedings have been initiated based on decisions of authorized bodies for the amount of 466,139,097 tenge. "In total, 25,335 simplified enforcement proceedings were initiated for the amount of 539,219,455 tenge," the speaker concluded.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937189

The Minister of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Madi Takiev, and the Vice Minister of National Economy, Azamat Amrin, discussed with business representatives the Government's proposals on establishing differentiated VAT rates as part of the tax reform.The meeting was organized with the support of the Atameken NCE, and was attended by more than 150 representatives of business, associations, public and industry associations. Among them were representatives of the Kazakhstan Association of Tax Consultants, the Self-Regulating Public Catering Organization, members of the regional councils of the Astana Chamber of Entrepreneurs and the committees of the processing and pharmaceutical, medical industries, the Atameken NCE, the Alageum Electric group of companies, the Petro Mining Association, and others.“The Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, emphasized that the tax system should be balanced. This was a clear instruction. It should take into account the interests of business and the state. Today we have gathered to discuss one of the main issues, which concerns value-added tax. We hold many meetings in the regions with the participation of representatives of the Ministries of Economy, Finance, and the Atameken Chamber. The work is extensive and comprehensive. All proposals received at our address are listened to. We will form a single position, because the Tax Code should be very simple, understandable, and specific,” Madi Takiev noted. VAT is one of the main sources of budget replenishment. Increasing and differentiating the VAT rate will reduce the budget’s dependence on variable oil revenues and finance priority state projects. In turn, Vice Minister of National Economy Azamat Amrin outlined the Government’s proposals for establishing differentiated VAT rates as part of the tax reform. “We propose to consider the following mechanism: a general fixed VAT rate of 16%, complete exemption of agricultural producers from VAT, and for a number of industries – an intermediate rate of 10%. Thus, the differentiation of rates proposed by the Government: 16%, 10%, 0% and exemption",— explained Azamat Amrin.It was noted that currently in the agricultural sector, farms do not pay VAT, and legal entities pay only 30% of the taxes due to the existing benefits to the budget. Under the new mechanisms, none of them will pay VAT. This will make Kazakhstani agricultural products (potatoes, tomatoes, onions, etc.) more competitive. The types of industries in which the 10% rate will apply are still being discussed with business.The meeting also made proposals for reviewing the simplified declaration and retail tax regime, the essence of which is to maintain the income threshold at 600 thousand MCI (2 billion 359 million tenge) per year. The main change is to implement this regime only in the B2C segment (retail trade). It was proposed to remove the restriction on the number of employees. If the entrepreneur's income from sales exceeds 100 million tenge per year, it is possible to reduce taxable income by the amount of the wage fund (wage payment fund). Thus, the limit of 100 million tenge will provide an incentive to justify wages. At the same time, the 4% retail tax rate (with the possibility of a 50% reduction by maslikhats) will be maintained.It is expected that tax revenues to the country's budget will increase by 4-5 trillion tenge annually during the implementation of the tax reform. These funds will help reduce dependence on the National Fund; reduce the level of state debt and direct additional resources to credit investment projects, strengthen development institutions, and modernize the housing and communal services, heat and energy systems of Astana city. According to the Kazhydromet RSE of the Astana city, a tornado will occur in Astana on February 13. The wind will blow from the southwest, with a force of 15-20, with a daytime gust of 23-28 m/s. In this regard, the capital's Emergency Situations Department has issued an appeal on safety rules, the city administration's official website reports.Due to adverse weather conditions, the Astana City Emergency Situations Department recommends that citizens follow safety measures to avoid injury during strong winds and storms:- Take precautions in the winter. Follow storm warnings and avoid long journeys in case of worsening weather conditions.- Do not travel by private vehicle. If necessary, use public transport and plan your route in advance.- Be careful on the street. Snowstorms and wind can make it difficult to see, and roads can be slippery. Wear warm clothes and non-slip shoes.- Check the heating system. Make sure that the heating in your home is working properly and there is enough fuel.- Do not stay on the street for a long time - frost and wind can cause frostbite.In case of emergency, call "101" and "112".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937283

The first group of athletes who represented their country at the Asian Games in Harbin have returned home. They were greeted by a crowd of fans at the Astana International Airport, the official website of the capital's akimat reported.Among them are bronze medalists in the team sprint speed skating Nadezhda Morozova and the capital's athlete Daria Vazhenina."I'm participating in the World Cups. But the scale and level of organization of the Winter Asian Games are completely different. We fought for the prize as best we could. We had a plan for the team competition. As a result, we took third place. Our opponents are not weak either. South Korean representative Kim Min-sun and Chinese athlete Han Mei won silver medals at the World Championships last year," said Daria Vazhenina.14 medals were up for grabs in speed skating at the Harbin Games, and the Kazakh team won 1 silver and 1 bronze. The double prize is also of special importance. Because Yevgeny Koshkin won a silver medal in the 100-meter dash and the women's team event, she had never won a medal before."We have prepared thoroughly for the Asian Games. Our opponents are also familiar. My personal plan was to win 1 gold and 1 silver medal. However, I took 4th place at a distance of 3,000 meters. I was nervous at a distance of 1,500 meters and could not show myself at my full potential. As a result, I took 7th place. I will have to be content with a bronze medal. The competition will not stop there. I will analyze my mistakes and take a step forward," Nadezhda Morozova concluded.It should be noted that the Winter Asian Games will be held from February 7 to 14. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937290

The work of the workers who maintain the cleanliness of the city and save the capital from several tons of garbage every day is enormous. One of such people is 34-year-old Zarina Nurismalova. Our heroine, who has become an example to many lazy people in society with her honest work, works as a road worker at "Astana Tazalyk" LLP, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.A native of the Birlik village of the Akmola region has been working hard to maintain the cleanliness of the capital for 10 years."I have been working in this institution since 2015. When the city's residents are fast asleep, that is, we wake up at six in the morning, and rush to work. After all, work starts at eight. A special bus for workers is waiting for us at the bus stop near our place of residence. Sometimes, if we go to clean the garbage, the next day we help remove snow or other debris with special equipment. After we finish work at 5 pm, the same bus takes us home. Our lunch is free. For example, wherever we are doing work today, such as clearing snow or carving ice, the institution delivers hot tea and food to that place,” says Zarina.According to Zarina, a bonus is added to the salary of workers who work on days with bad weather. They also provide regular medical care.“The salary is stable. They replace special work clothes and necessary equipment in a timely manner. In case of illness, funds are provided for rehabilitation. Labor days are also timely, and financial rewards are given on every public holiday, and special gifts are given to our children. We also participate in various sports competitions between cleaning institutions as a team,” she says. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937304

Today, the length of bicycle paths in the capital is 77.5 kilometers. The development of bicycle infrastructure began in 2018 with the implementation of the first stage of the “Cycling Transport Development” project. As part of this stage, a 47-kilometer bicycle path was built, starting from the Central Park and connecting to the existing bicycle path in the Green Belt along the Karkaraly highway, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.In addition, a road network with a 23-kilometer bicycle path was created in the “Green Belt” territory.In 2020, the “Cycling Transport Infrastructure” project was developed, which provides for the construction of new bicycle paths. In 2021, 7.5 kilometers of bicycle paths were built as part of this project. They run along Mustafin Street, Abylai Khan Avenue, Kudaiberdiuly and Koshkarbayev Streets, as well as partially along Momyshuly Avenue.The development of bicycle infrastructure continues, creating favorable conditions for city residents who prefer environmentally friendly transport. In addition, the development of cycling contributes to improving the environment, air quality and reducing traffic congestion.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937348

Homeowners in Astana will be able to repair fire systems as part of the state program for major repairs of condominium facilities. The program provides for interest-free financing with a repayment period of 7 to 15 years, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.According to Gulvira Abetova, Deputy Director of Orken Kala LLP, in order to participate in the state program for major repairs, it is necessary to submit an application to the operator of this program - Orken Kala LLP. Residents must prepare a certificate of the state of the fire system in advance, approve the project for carrying out the work, the cost and cost estimate, service providers and responsible persons upon acceptance of the work."The issue of participation in the state program must be approved at the general meeting of residents. After all, the money allocated by the state is refundable. In this case, the meeting has the right to make a decision when more than half of the total number of owners of apartments and non-residential premises are present. The decision is made with the consent of the majority of the total number of meeting participants. According to the rules, budget funds can be allocated for a period of 7 to 15 years. The amount of expenses for major repairs of the common property of a condominium facility, which is assigned to each apartment or non-residential premises, is calculated in accordance with the owner's share in the common property of the condominium facility," says G. Abetova.She also noted that Orken Kala LLP provides advisory and legal assistance to homeowners in applying for participation in the state program.In turn, Adil Bratayev, Head of the State Fire Control Department of the Astana City Emergency Situations Department, said that fire inspections and preventive discussions with management organizations were conducted in all apartment buildings in the capital, together with local executive bodies. As a result, it was determined that the fire protection system in some of the above-mentioned facilities is partially or completely non-functional.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937361

The capital's police continue to fight hooliganism and violators of public order. Another group of vandals who damaged someone else's property has been brought to justice, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.On January 25, at around 10:00 p.m., a 29-year-old man deliberately damaged the parking lot door and removed the frame of the building's entrance door in one of the residential complexes.On the night of February 1, a 32-year-old resident, while intoxicated, intentionally kicked and damaged the mirror and interior of the elevator.The next day, a 33-year-old man, while intoxicated, intentionally damaged and broke public property in one of the residential complexes.On February 11, at around 12:00 a.m., a 31-year-old resident of Astana, while intoxicated, kicked and broke a mirror worth 25,000 tenge.On the night of February 12, two drunk men on Baitursynov Street broke a bus stop. They turned out to be 22 and 19-year-old men.The violators were found and held accountable for intentionally breaking or damaging someone else's property.As part of the "Stop, Vandal!" campaign, raids are being conducted day and night in Astana, and explanatory work is being carried out among residents about the importance of maintaining public order and caring for city property. The goal of the campaign is to stop any hooliganism and maintain cleanliness and order.Volunteers, activists, famous athletes, public figures and city residents took part in the event.Vandalism prevention work is being carried out within the framework of "Law and Order" in coordination with the city prosecutor's office and police department.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/937445