32-year-old Toktarkan Kambarov is a role model for young farmers in the East Kazakhstan region. He is the head of the Tamerlan farm, located in the Bolshoy Naryn district.The Tamerlan farm owns 3,200 hectares of agricultural land, where advanced technologies are actively used. The use of elite seeds, modern agricultural machinery, and the introduction of mineral fertilizers have allowed to significantly increase productivity. In recent years, the average yield of grain crops has been 40 centners per hectare, and the yield of oilseeds has been 60 centners per hectare. These indicators testify to high professionalism and a desire for innovation.In addition, Kambarov Toktarkan actively participates in the public life of his district. He provides employment to 30 people. As a deputy of the Ulken Naryn district maslikhat, he not only protects the interests of his fellow countrymen, but also sponsors local sports and cultural events.Toktarkan is not only a successful farmer, but also a socially responsible citizen who actively participates in the life of society. His example shows that young farmers can not only develop their farms, but also promote the idea of ​​​​sustainable agriculture and social responsibility.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/934834

According to operational data of JSC "NC "KTZh", in September-January 2024/2025, 6.1 million tons of grain were transported. Of which 1.3 million tons were transported within the country, and 4.8 million tons were exported. The growth in export volumes was 47%.Export destinations: Uzbekistan - 1.8 million tons (+40%); Tajikistan - 724 thousand tons (+50%); China - 659 thousand tons;Afghanistan - 217 thousand tons (+38%); Iran - 576 thousand tons (29-fold increase); Azerbaijan - 266 thousand tons (88-fold increase).According to the results of 2024: 10.6 million tons of grain were transported, of which 2.5 million tons were transported within the country, and 8.1 million tons were exported. 3.2 million tons of flour were transported, of which 817 thousand tons were within Kazakhstan, 2.4 million tons were for export (growth +3%).The main importers of flour are: Central Asian countries, China, Afghanistan and other countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/934887

On February 10, the first meeting of the Council for the Development of Nuclear Physics was held in Astana, where the implementation of the industry development program until 2030 began. The main directions are the creation of a modern system for the production of radiopharmaceuticals and the expansion of the use of nuclear technologies in medicine.The participants of the meeting - representatives of ministries, parliament and the scientific community - discussed the prospects for the development of nuclear medicine in Kazakhstan. The topic was the modernization of infrastructure, the introduction of innovative methods of diagnostics and treatment, primarily the treatment of oncological diseases, training personnel and improving the regulatory framework.“Today we are faced with complex tasks: it is necessary to create a stable system for the production of radiopharmaceuticals and develop the infrastructure of nuclear medicine. "To solve these problems, coordinated efforts of the state, science and business are needed, so that Kazakhstanis have access to the most modern methods of diagnostics and treatment," said the Minister of Energy Almasadam Satkaliyev.Vice Minister of Health Ardak Amangeldiev said that the development of nuclear medicine is of strategic importance for the entire healthcare system: "Together with the Ministry of Energy, a Roadmap has been developed until 2030. It will allow us to introduce advanced technologies, increase the production of domestic radiopharmaceuticals, and make accurate diagnostic methods available to citizens."Deputy of the Senate Ainur Argynbekova, speaking about the interdisciplinary nature of the development of nuclear medicine, noted that the important factors for success are not only increasing the production of radiopharmaceuticals and improving legislation, but also training qualified personnel.Sayabek Sakhiev, Director General of the Institute of Nuclear Physics, said that the institute is actively participating in this process, developing and introducing new technologies in the field of radiopharmaceuticals. According to him, expanding production capacity and improving the research base will become key factors in the development of nuclear medicine in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/935214

The Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerbol Myrzabosynov, the Head of the National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan, Gennady Golovkin, the Secretary General of the NOC of Kazakhstan, Alimzhan Akayev, and the Secretary General of the Biathlon Union of Kazakhstan, Manas Usenov, met with the President of the International Biathlon Union (IBU), Olli Dallin.During the meeting, which was held within the framework of the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, the parties discussed the prospects for cooperation in sports science, expanding educational programs for coaches, as well as the possibility of holding World Cup stages in Kazakhstan with the support of the IBU.Olli Dallin said that the IBU is open to cooperation in various areas, including reducing the gap between the level of training of the Scandinavian countries and other states and creating equal conditions for the development of biathlon around the world.The IBU President also expressed gratitude to the Kazakh side for establishing the Asian Biathlon Confederation and holding regional championships."Kazakhstan is interested in the development of biathlon, and we are also interested in exchanging experience with the IBU, training athletes We are open to cooperation in the field of methodology and scientific and practical knowledge. We intend to hold the World Cup stages in our country under the organization of the IBU. Such sports events will contribute to the promotion of biathlon in our country,” said the Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerbol Myrzabosynov.President of the NOC of Kazakhstan Gennady Golovkin noted the importance of international cooperation in the comprehensive development of sports.“We are convinced that the joint work between the Biathlon Union of Kazakhstan and the IBU is yielding good results. We, for our part, are ready to further strengthen cooperation and expand it in all areas of sports. This will contribute to the qualitative development of the country's sports,” said Gennady Golovkin.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/934966

At the IX Asian Winter Games, which are being held in Harbin, China, the men's hockey team of our country achieved another victory.This time, Oleg Bolyakin's team defeated the South Korean team. Score: 2-1Pucks:Kang Yun-sok (0-1) 11 minutes, 08 secondsArtyom Likhotnikov (1-1) 44.58 secondsRoman Starchenko (2-1) 58.42 secondsThus, the national team reached the quarterfinals undefeated.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/934970

The Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerbol Myrzabosynov, and the President of the National Olympic Committee of Kazakhstan, Gennady Golovkin, met with the Head of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the People's Republic of China, President of the Chinese Olympic Committee, and Head of the International Wushu Federation, Gao Zhidan.During the meeting, which was held within the framework of the official reception ceremony of the Organizing Committee of the Winter Asian Games, Yerbol Myrzabosynov expressed his gratitude to Gao Zhidan for the cooperation in the field of sports between the two countries.“Currently, sports relations between Kazakhstan and China are developing at a high level. We intend to further strengthen this cooperation. The Kazakh delegation has been to the Winter Asian Games in Harbin since the first days of the competition and I would like to thank the representatives of the Organizing Committee for the warm welcome, the high level of organization of the opening ceremony and the Winter Asian Games,” the Minister said.The Head of the NOC of Kazakhstan noted the importance of organizing large-scale competitions.“It is not easy to hold large-scale complex competitions. We would like to express our special gratitude to the Organizing Committee of the Harbin-2025 Winter Asian Games for their hospitality and harmonious work. We have been here since the Games began and we have seen how dedicated the organizers are to their work. This can be seen in the logistical support, the work of volunteers, and the technical support.”As a reminder, the 9th Asian Winter Games in 2025 will end on February 14. Currently, the Kazakhstan team has 9 medals (1 gold, 5 silver, 3 bronze).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/934979

Freestyle acrobatics: The Kazakhstan team won the silver medal in the mixed team competition. The team included Ayana Zholdas, Asylkhan Asan, and Sherzod Khashirbayev.Cross-country skiing: In the men's 10 km freestyle race, Olzhas Klimin, a member of the national team, won bronze.Vladislav Kovalev crossed the finish line in 6th place, Nail Bashmakov in 10th place, and Ernar Nurysbekov in 16th place.Skating: In the men's 500 meter race, Evgeny Koshkin took 4th place, Altay Zhardembekovich in 9th place, Nikita Vazhenin in 15th place, and Roman Binazarov in 16th place.In the women's 3000 meter race, Nadezhda Morozova took 4th place, Kristina Shumekova in 6th place, and Arina Ilyashchenko in 12th place.Our national team took 4th place in the men's team sprint. Altay Zhardembekovich, Nikita Vazhenin, and Artur Galiev played for the team.Curling: The Kazakhstan women's national team defeated Taipei athletes in the first match of the day with a big score (14:0), but lost to the Chinese team in the second match.The men's national curling team lost to the Philippines. Score: 1-4.Ice hockey: The men's national team of our country achieved another victory. This time, Oleg Bolyakin's team defeated the South Korean team. Score: 2-1. Thus, the national team reached the quarterfinals undefeated from the group.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/935206

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Today, February 10, 2025, the Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kanat Sharlapayev held a meeting with representatives of the Chinese group of companies "Xinjiang A-LIST GLOBAL Real Estate Co., Ltd".A large multi-sector group of companies was established in 2010. It specializes in real estate development, commercial hotel business, construction and related industries.At the meeting, the participants discussed issues of attracting investments in the construction of large complexes, including hotels and commercial and residential areas.Both sides expressed their readiness to further develop cooperation in this direction.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/935181

The first contracts for public procurement under the new simplified rules that came into force in Kazakhstan on January 1, 2025 have been concluded. Their adoption will allow for the rapid launch of projects, including socially significant ones, and reduce the risk of their price increases. The winners will mainly be local companies, which is considered to be support for the business and economy of the regions. On July 1, 2024, the Head of State signed the new Law "On Public Procurement", aimed at simplifying procedures and eliminating bureaucracy. New Rules were adopted within the framework of the law, which include the maximum reduction of the period for implementing public procurement.For example, the discussion of relevant documentation for procurement conducted by competitive means was reduced from 5 days to 2 working days, the acceptance of applications - from 15 days to 5 working days, and the consideration and summary of applications - from 10 days to 3 working days. Thus, the winner of competitions and auctions is determined within a maximum of 10 working days.The winners of the procurement through the competition using the rating-point system (an automated procurement method, the winner is determined by the web portal) are determined within 5 working days (previously 29 working days) based on the accumulated points. They are awarded for work experience, the presence of regular tax deductions, the absence of delays, etc.The procurement period by the request for quotation method has been reduced from 5 to 2 days.Conditional discounts for local suppliers have also been increased from 1% to 2%. The competition for the construction of a children's and youth sports school in the village of Zerendy, Akmola region, was one of the first in the country to be held under the new rules. It was announced on January 8 of this year, the results were announced within 6 working days, and on January 16, the developer began work.“The cost of the project exceeds 2 billion tenge. The contractor was selected according to the new state procurement using the rating-point system, which significantly shortened the competition period. This allowed us to start construction on January 16. The project will be completed by the end of the year and the facility will be put into operation. We will also pay attention to local developers who will receive additional points in the system, which will encourage their participation,” said Azamat Baikuanyshev, Acting Head of the Department of Construction, Architecture and Urban Planning of the Akmola region.The sports school building will consist of two blocks connected by a walkway. A gym, hockey rink and other training grounds will operate here. It is planned to purchase 90% of construction materials from local production. The total capacity of the rural sports school is 78 people per shift.According to the new rules, a competition was held for the construction of a water pipeline in the village of Zhalyn, West Kazakhstan region, with a population of 330 people. Thanks to the simplified system, the procurement procedure was carried out in six days, which allowed the local developer to quickly get to work. The cost of the project is more than 785 million tenge. The construction of the water pipeline will provide villagers with high-quality drinking water.In addition, the construction of a new generation development center has begun in the city of Saryagash, Turkestan region. The cost of the project is more than 2.7 billion tenge. The contractor was one of the local companies selected using a rating-point system within 8 working days.The procurement procedure for the construction of multi-storey residential buildings in the Bozaryk microdistrict of Shymkent city was carried out within 7 working days. The cost of the project is more than 4.9 billion tenge.The procurement procedure for the construction of a school at the Mynadyr station in the Ulytau region was carried out within 5 working days, the contractor was a local company. The construction of a new school will solve the problem of a shortage of student places. The currently operating school is full, and there is no gym. The classrooms of the new two-story school, designed for 80 places, will be equipped with modern equipment to ensure a high-quality educational process.In accordance with the new rules, as of February 10 of this year, 282,703 contracts were concluded in Kazakhstan for the amount of 951.38 billion tenge. For comparison: in the corresponding period of last year, 165,558 contracts were concluded for 223.2 billion tenge.The number of complaints filed decreased by more than 22% compared to last year: from 1,700 to 1,320. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/934509

The Center for Identification and Support of Gifted Children and Talented Youth "Akmola Daryny" together with the "Bilim-Innovation" boarding school in Kokshetau held the regional stage of the Republican Kazakh Language Olympiad "Zharkyn Bolashak" on the basis of the "Bilim-Innovation" boarding school on February 6-8, 2025. The Olympiad was attended by students from 17 districts, the cities of Kokshetau, Stepnogorsk, Koschy, the "Bilim-Innovation" boarding school, the regional specialized school-lyceum "Daryn" boarding school No. 2 of Astana, the regional specialized boarding school for gifted children named after Abai in Kokshetau, the city of Shchuchinsk A total of 154 students from the IT boarding school "Bilim-Innovation" and the regional specialized school-lyceum boarding school No. 4 "Bolashak" in Stepnogorsk participated. The "Bright Future" Olympiad was held in five areas:1. "Illustrators" (drawing works of Kazakh literature in the comic genre);2. "Bilgirler baygesi" (competition on examples of folk oral literature);3. "Young writers" (written creative work);4. "Masters of words" (oratory, public speaking on a specific topic);5. "Singers-nightingales" (singing). According to the results of the Olympiad, 43 students became prize-winners and winners: 6 students were awarded with a diploma of the 1st degree, 13 with a diploma of the 2nd degree, 24 with a diploma of the 3rd degree, and 9 students with a diploma.Winners of the "Bright Future" Olympiad and prize-winners were awarded with diplomas of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd degrees and valuable prizes from the Akmola region education department.According to the results of the regional stage, 6 students who took 1st place received a ticket to participate in the republican stage of the Olympiad.In particular, the "Bright Future" Olympiad is an annual Olympiad held by the "Education-Innovation" International Public Foundation. Kazakh-speaking (national Kazakh) and non-Kazakh-speaking (representatives of other nationalities) students studying in grades 7-11 can participate in it. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/934902

The international conference "Seed Day, Seed-2025" was held in Kokshetau. This event brought together agronomists, experts and researchers from Kazakhstan, Europe and the CIS.The event was attended by the Deputy Akim of the Akmola region, Murat Balpan. He noted the importance of such platforms in the exchange of experience and knowledge.The participants got acquainted with the exhibition of seeds of domestic and foreign selection of high-margin crops.Quality seeds are the main factor in obtaining a bountiful harvest. Last year, farmers of the region achieved high results. This was due to strict adherence to agronomic technologies, an increase in the area of ​​elite seed sowing, and the effective implementation of state support programs.Seed selection is of great importance. In this direction, the A.I. Baraev Scientific and Production Center for Grain Production is conducting constant research. One of the proofs of the work of the center's scientists is the "Taimas" spring soft wheat variety. Last year, it became a symbol of Kazakhstan's adaptation to climate challenges and innovations in the field of breeding.During the conference, scientists and specialists discussed issues of improving seed quality, introducing modern breeding technologies, using innovative processing methods, and improving crop varieties in order to increase productivity.In addition, information was presented on new varieties of promising agricultural crops developed by domestic and foreign breeders.The Kokshetau International Conference "Seed Day, Seed-2025" was an important step towards the development of agricultural science and increasing the efficiency of agriculture. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/934927

At the building of the Ministry of Transport, the head of the department Marat Karabayev met with Salah Ibrahim Al Nasser, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Exim Finance.The meeting was aimed at further developing investment cooperation in the transport and logistics sector.The plan to build a transport and logistics hub (TLH) with an area of ​​10 thousand square meters and a total cost of $7.5 million, which is planned to be implemented in 2026-2028, was discussed.The transport and logistics hub, which will be located in the Akmola region, will be a modern building capable of serving both the domestic market and international transit flows. As a result of the meeting, the parties expressed their intention to strengthen cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/935196

The Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports on the results of applying the new rules for taxation of foreign Internet companies ("Google tax"), which came into effect in 2022 in accordance with Chapter 25 of the Tax Code.Currently, 101 foreign companies are registered in Kazakhstan, including Huawei, Aliexpress, Google, Apple, Netflix and other international structures. Over the past 3 years, these companies have paid 75 billion tenge in taxes. Last year's amount was 35 billion tenge.At the end of 2024, Temu, Pinduoduo and the Alibaba group of companies passed conditional registration.Recall that this type of tax applies to foreign companies that provide goods and services to individuals in the Republic of Kazakhstan through e-commerce.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/minfin/press/news/details/935056

In various regions of the country, departments of the Ministry of Emergency Situations are carrying out preventive and engineering works to reduce the risk of flooding. Flood control measures are implemented within the framework of republican and regional programs. The works carried out include the construction and strengthening of protective embankments and embankments, repair and construction of drainage systems, installation and replacement of water culverts under roads, as well as landscaping of canals and ditches. Along dangerous sections, work is being carried out to deepen and strengthen the banks, as well as to clean riverbeds. A number of areas of the Akmola region were inspected as part of flood preparedness. Head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations Bakytzhan Alashov conducted an aerial survey of the territories of the Sandyktau, Zerendy and Bulandy districts aboard the KazaviaKutkaru aircraft of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The situation on the Zhabai, Kairakty and Kylchaky rivers was checked. Based on the results of the monitoring, the condition of water bodies and the presence of snow cover were assessed. Instructions were given on the timely conduct of ice breaking and monitoring its thickness. Visits to the districts continue as part of preparations for anti-flood measures. Deputy Head of the Emergency Situations Department Renat Valishanov visited the flood-prone Esil, Zhaksy, Atbasar and Zharkayn districts. He visited settlements, where measures are being taken to construct water drainage structures and build soil embankments. In addition, the combat readiness of the equipment and personnel of the Emergency Situations Department was checked. In the Almaty region, work is being carried out to clear and remove snow, clean ditch and drainage systems and water drainage structures, raids are being held in settlements, and meetings with the population to familiarize themselves with the rules of action during floods. In preparation for the flood-prone period, work was carried out on the construction and repair of 77 km of ditch systems, installation and mechanical cleaning of 79 km of drainage channels, and work was carried out to strengthen and correct the channels of 12 km of flood-prone rivers. 270 units of water pipes under highways and 832 units under railways were cleaned, 16 tons of garbage were removed from riverbeds. In addition, 5 protective dams with a total length of 7.9 km were built in Raiymbek district and 2 highway bridges were built in Kegen district. 54,000 bags, 2,800 tons of inert materials, 86 tons of fuel oil and 52 food contracts were prepared. In the period 2023-2024, the risk was completely eliminated in 7 of the 20 identified flood-prone areas in the region, and work is underway to reduce the risk of flooding in the remaining 13 areas as part of this year's flood-prevention work. In addition, inspections were carried out in areas with a risk of flooding and landslides in Ili, Zhambyl and Balkhash districts. The inspection of flood-prone areas was carried out with the participation of the Deputy Akim of Almaty region A.Masabayev, the Head of the Regional Emergency Situations Department D.Orazbekov, representatives of akimats and specialized services. According to the results of the inspection, a set of priority measures was determined to reduce the risk of flooding. An inspection of flood-prone areas was carried out in Astana. The Deputy Head of the Emergency Situations Department Madiyar Myrzageldiev, together with the Deputy Akim of the city Yerkin Utebayev, inspected flood-prone areas. Following the results of the working trip, recommendations were given to representatives of special services on the timely adoption of preventive measures aimed at ensuring the safe passage of floods. Also, the capital's rescuers conducted preventive measures with residents living in flood-prone areas. This visit was carried out in order to prevent flooding of private houses. During the raids, more than 100 pieces of informational materials of a recommendatory nature were distributed on the need for timely preparation for the flood period. In addition, together with employees of the local executive bodies of the "Saryarka" district and volunteers of the "Astana Zhastary" youth resource center, the yard areas of pensioners living alone were cleared of snow. Akim of the East Kazakhstan region Yermek Kosherbayev and Head of the Emergency Situations Rashid Blyalov, together with specialists from the Department of Natural Resources and Nature Management, the "Eastern Reservoirs" KMC and the Kazhydromet branch in the East Kazakhstan region, conducted an aerial survey of river channels, GTPs and settlements at risk of flooding. Overall, monitoring showed that the hydrological situation is stable. District akims and interested state bodies were given appropriate instructions to intensify work in this direction. Inspection of areas at risk of flooding continues in the Zhetysu region. A commission inspection of areas at risk of flooding is being carried out. According to Kazhydromet, the Koksu, Eskeldy, Kerbulak and Alakol districts are at high risk of flooding, where snow cover, soil freezing and moisture indicators are higher than last year's levels. Based on the results of the inspection, recommendations will be sent to local executive bodies on taking timely measures against flooding. In the West Kazakhstan region, inspections were carried out in 5 flood-prone areas of the region. Chief specialist of the Emergency Situations Prevention Committee A. Akhmetov, together with the head of the Emergency Situations Prevention Department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations A. Eshmukhanov, visited Syrym, Karatobe, Shingyrlau, Borli and Terekty districts to check the readiness for the flood season. During the inspection, emergency response teams of district civil protection services and departments of the Ministry of Emergency Situations were inspected. In general, today, preparations for the flood season continue and are under special control. Inspections of flood-prone areas and settlements continue in the Karaganda region. The head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, together with the akim of the Nura district, made a working trip to a number of areas where anti-flood measures were taken. The route included settlements located along the Sherubai-Nura and Kundyzdy rivers. During the inspection, special attention was paid to the condition of the constructed protective embankments, the organization of snow removal from settlements, the preparation of material and technical means, and the readiness of engineering and water pumping equipment. The head of the department noted that most of the protective embankments were built using an economical method. Even the slightest filtering can lead to their destruction, so he recommended that the akims of rural districts monitor the situation around the clock during the flood period, deliver inert materials, bags, fuel and lubricants and food supplies to settlements in advance. He also noted the need to keep forces and equipment constantly ready. The Pavlodar region's Emergency Situations Department continues to inspect flood-prone areas of the region. The department's management examined the settlements of Sholaksor, Baltasap, Zhalauly, Zholboldy, Zhambyl, Aktogay, Uspenka, Belousovka and Voznesenka of the Aktogay and Uspenka districts. During the inspection, the readiness of special and engineering equipment was checked. Motor pumps, bags, inert materials, as well as the local public awareness system were inspected. Special attention was paid to the issues of timely snow collection and removal in settlements. It is worth noting that in these areas, as part of preparation for the upcoming flood season, embankments were strengthened and expanded, and some sections of highways were repaired. The bottom of the Talinka River was deepened, water pipes and diversion channels were built. Based on the results of the inspection, appropriate recommendations were made to the district akims. 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Today, 772 colleges operate in the technical and vocational education system, where 565 thousand students study. In order to provide the labor market with demanded specialists, the state is creating the opportunity for 9th grade graduates to receive free education.This year, the number of students covered by free education in demanded technical and vocational education will be 153 thousand, which is an increase of 10 thousand places compared to last year. 70% of the state order will be directed to technical specialties, including mechanical engineering, transport, energy, IT, construction and other industries."The main priority is to train competitive specialists, fully provide educational institutions with a modern material and technical base, and improve the qualifications of teachers. Currently, comprehensive work is being carried out to transform the vocational and technical education system, which includes increasing the volume of state orders, introducing best international practices into educational programs, and holding professional mastery championships. It is also planned to attract business structures and investors to develop a dual training system for enterprises and train specialists,” noted Asset Mukhanbetov, Director of the Department of Technical and Vocational Education.Currently, 518 enterprises provide patronage to colleges, and it is planned to increase their number to 4 thousand. In addition, together with employers, about 8 thousand educational programs have been developed, taking into account the requirements of professional standards and state compulsory education standards and WorldSkills standards. This year, colleges and employers will develop more than 2 thousand educational programs, and 2 thousand teachers will undergo internships at the production base.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/935001

On February 7, the Governor of Mangystau region Nurdaulet Kilybay met with the Secretary General of the International Turkic Culture Organization (TURKSOY) Sultan Raev. The meeting discussed the organization and holding of the event "Aktau - the Cultural Capital of the Turkic World".The large-scale cultural project will be solemnly opened in April and will continue until mid-November. During this period, special thematic directions will be set for each month, and about 30 major cultural events will be organized.A special ethno-town will be built as part of the opening ceremony, which will be attended by more than 500 artists, and seven villages will serve there, presenting the culture and traditions of the Turkic peoples. Guests will be able to get acquainted with the rich history, national traditions, crafts and life of the Mangystau region.During the meeting, the Secretary General of the TURKSOY organization Sultan Raev emphasized the uniqueness of Aktau among the cultural capitals.- This year's cultural capital was awarded to the unique city of Aktau on the coast of Kazakhstan. Aktau is unique among the previous cultural capitals with its location on the shores of the Caspian Sea, its historical heritage and modern appearance. Therefore, we believe that art lovers and tourists will come to Aktau not only during this event, but also after it, - said Sultan Raev.In turn, the regional akim Nurdaulet Kilybay emphasized the importance of the large-scale event and noted that it should be held at a high level.- This is an important project aimed at increasing the spiritual ties of the Turkic peoples. The fact that Aktau is the cultural capital of the Turkic world is not only a great honor for us, but also a great responsibility. Our main task is to widely introduce our national culture and traditions to visitors to our region, and to promote the common values ​​of the Turkic world. We must use this opportunity to demonstrate the cultural potential of our region at the global level, - said Nurdaulet Kilybay.It should be noted that in order to pass on the brotherly ties and friendship between Turkic-speaking nations, Turkic culture and art from generation to generation and make it known to the world, theater, cinema, opera, dance, traditional art and many other competitions and festivals, poets' aitys, a symposium of artists of the Turkic world, a festival of craftsmen, historical and scientific conferences, meetings with poets and writers, gatherings dedicated to the life and works of great scholars of the Turkic world, and other meaningful and educational events will be organized with the participation of artists of Turkic-speaking countries.Press service of the akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/934516

A meeting of the Board of Directors of the National Welfare Fund "Samruk-Kazyna" JSC was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov. Taking into account the tasks set by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the expanded meeting of the Government, the results of the Fund's work in 2024 and issues of its further development were considered.Chairman of the Board of the National Welfare Fund "Samruk-Kazyna" JSC Nurlan Zhakupov reported on the implementation of investment projects.In order to ensure uninterrupted power supply, the power unit No. 1 of the Ekibastuz GRES-1 was shut down and its capacity was increased to 4,000 MW. As part of environmental improvement work, a project to create gas infrastructure for Almaty CHP-2 and CHP-3 was implemented. A fifth recirculation compressor was introduced to increase the efficiency of the Karachaganak field. In the transport and logistics direction, a cargo terminal was built in Xi'an, which allowed to reduce the delivery time of goods and increase the attractiveness of Kazakhstani routes. In addition, more than 250 kilometers of gas pipelines and 500 kilometers of railway lines were laid, and train traffic was launched on 132 kilometers of the second "Dostyk - Moyinty" road. Also, during the reporting period, unique projects for Kazakhstan were launched: a hydraulic pump station and the first digital substation in Astana.The general list currently includes 46 investment projects worth 33.3 trillion tenge in the oil and gas, petrochemical, energy, transport and logistics and other industries.This year, thanks to the commissioning of the "Taldykorgan - Usharal" main gas pipeline, it is planned to complete the work on providing gas to 66 settlements in the Zhetysu region. It is planned to solve the problem of water shortage in the city of Zhanaozen and Mangistau region by launching a seawater desalination plant with a capacity of 50 thousand m3 per day in Kendirli. Increasing the capacity of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TCTR) and the section of the Dostyk-Moyinty railway line will give a significant impetus to the development of transit. To meet the needs of the domestic market, diesel fuel hydrotreating will be installed at the PMC and bitumen production will be expanded at CASPI BITUM. Particular attention was paid to the construction of the second section of the Beineu-Bozoi-Shymkent main gas pipeline, which will increase the capacity to 15 billion m3 per year, and joint investment instruments were discussed.The estimated share of local content in projects varies depending on the sector. For example, for projects in the transport and logistics sector, this figure is 85%, for energy projects - 60%, for other projects - 80%.Additional measures are also envisaged to support domestic producers in 2024. Thanks to this, contracts with the State Oil Company for 1.1 trillion tenge were concluded, and the growth was 76% compared to 2023. Offtake contracts for 191 billion tenge were signed, which is 10 times more than in 2023. In addition, the Fund's procurement system was recognized for the first time as meeting the best standards of the EBRD, ADB and OECD.The Prime Minister emphasized the need to strengthen work on attracting private investment to implement important projects for our country."The Head of State noted that the priority area of ​​our work should be the development of large infrastructure and industrial projects, transport and logistics, as well as digitalization and artificial intelligence. The government monitors the implementation of important projects for our country. It is necessary to actively attract joint investors, gradually reducing the state's share in the economy," Olzhas Bektenov noted.The Prime Minister also drew attention to the need to optimize processes and strictly monitor compliance with project implementation deadlines in order to prevent delays and unjustified price increases.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/935147

The city's municipal services are working in an enhanced mode around the clock. They remove tens of thousands of cubic meters of snow from the city every day, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.On February 10, 2,627 road workers and about 1,300 special equipment were deployed for snow removal during the day shift.On the night of February 10, 26 thousand cubic meters of snow were removed from the capital to snow dumps in 1,951 flights.Since the beginning of the winter season, more than 5.4 million cubic meters of snow have been removed from the city in 448,192 heavy truck flights.First of all, according to the rules, places with the highest traffic intensity are cleared to avoid traffic jams on the roads. Also, areas with medium intensity - squares, areas near train stations, sidewalks, entrances to social facilities, etc. will be cleaned.Cleaning of central streets, places where passenger transport routes pass, stops and sidewalks is also a priority.There are several equipped snow polygons in the city. They are equipped with a system for reading license plates of dump trucks, 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 go on long trips if there is a storm warning.In an emergency, call "112". Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/934393

A night raid was conducted on entertainment establishments in the Nura district of the capital to prevent hookah smoking in public places, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.The preventive measure was organized by employees of the Nura district akimat together with the police department.During the raid, three establishments were inspected and violations of the law on the distribution and use of tobacco products without appropriate permits were identified.According to the results of the inspections, one of the facilities where violations were registered was fined 240,000 tenge.The Nura district akimat and the internal affairs department are focused on ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The work to prevent such violations will continue.The police also emphasized that such raids are carried out regularly, and control is intensified on weekends and holidays.Law enforcement agencies call on citizens and entrepreneurs to comply with the requirements of the law and contribute to improving public safety.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/934682