The "Doda" art competition was held on the stage of the Roza Baglanova Kazakh Concert State Academic Concert Organization.The competition was attended by artists of the Kazakh Concert Organization, the Birlik and Shalkima dance ensembles, the creative team of the Erkegali Rakhmadiev State Academic Philharmonic, the Astana Sazy Kazakh State Folklore Ensemble, and the Korkyt ethno-ensemble.The stage was filled with the sound of kuis and the singing of folk songs. The evening was opened by choreographic numbers performed with great skill.The works of the famous composer Nurgisa Tlendiev "Akku", which is included in the repertoire of many professional musicians and performers, and "Saira Bulbul" by Manarbek Yerzhanov, which embodies the deep love and beauty of the Kazakh people for nature, were performed.The audience was especially impressed by the poem "About Labor", which describes the hard work, loyalty and perseverance of the Kazakh people. The mentioned poem has been included in the repertoire of the concert held within the framework of this year's "Year of Working Professions". Press service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/947785

The opening of the exhibition "Heroes - a legacy for the generation" was held at the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan as part of the nationwide campaigns "The name of a man is in the memory of the people" and "Victory is a legacy for the generation".The exhibition is dedicated to the anniversary of the Heroes of the Soviet Union. In particular, this year marks the 115th anniversary of the birth of Bauyrzhan Momyshuly, the 110th anniversary of Malik Gabdullin, and the 100th anniversary of the birth of Aliya Moldagulova.The event featured items from the collections of the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Zhambyl Museum of History and Local Lore, the Aliya Moldagulova Memorial Museum, and the Malik Gabdullin Museum.The exhibition features awards, letters, and personal belongings of the Heroes of the Soviet Union. M. Gabdullin's "Golden Star" medal, the Order of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR A. Moldagulova, a military strategic map of B. Momyshuly, and other unique items are on display.In addition, the exhibition features materials from the Astana city public association "Atamnyn Amanaty".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/947939

QAZAQ AIR airline opens regular flights from Astana to Samarkand with Turkestan transit. The first flight on this route is scheduled for May 1.The flights will fly twice a week - on Thursdays and Sundays - according to the following schedule:- Thursday:IQ369 Astana 16:15 - Samarkand 20:00 (connection in Turkestan 1 hour);Samarkand IQ510 21:00 - Astana 01:30 (connection in Turkestan 50 min.);Sunday:IQ369 Astana 07:25 - Samarkand 11:00 (connection in Turkestan 50 min.);Samarkand IQ510 12:00 - Astana 15:30 (connection in Turkestan 40 min.).The flights will be operated by comfortable and modern aircraft of the Canadian De-Havilland Dash 8-Q400 production. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/946724

After a short break, the Ten Qogam Center for Social Adaptation of People with Disabilities began to provide services. The social order was again received by the Qamqor Plus Public Association of People with Disabilities. This means that people with disabilities will continue to receive the necessary assistance free of charge for the next three years.The main goal of the center is to provide information and resource support to people with disabilities over the age of 18 living in Karaganda. For three years, the center has been actively working to create conditions for the integration of people with disabilities into society and the labor environment. The work is carried out in several areas: employment of people with disabilities, social and psychological support, legal assistance.“The center works on the principle of a single window,” explained the head of the center, Niyaz Sundetaliev. “A person with disabilities who comes here with their problem can make a decision. We interact directly with the Department and Administration of Employment Coordination, city and regional akimats, and the Center for Labor Mobility.The idea of ​​creating a single space where people with disabilities can receive assistance in various aspects of life arose from the desire to make life easier for people with disabilities. Being one of them, Niyaz Sundetaliev felt how inaccessible the “accessible” environment is for people with disabilities.According to specialists from the city’s Department of Employment and Social Programs, a public association where people with disabilities work can quickly connect with those who come to ask for help.– This project is a bridge to unite the demands of state bodies and people with disabilities and quickly solve problems, – believes Bakhytnur Talipova, Deputy Head of the Karaganda Department of Employment and Social Programs. – I think that in the future this project will show even better results.One of the components of the center’s work is psychological assistance and support. A psychologist conducts individual meetings with participants to help them identify their strengths, develop a career plan, and overcome internal obstacles related to finding a job or adapting to a new workplace.On the opening day, a psychological training was held for those who came to the center for consultation.– The main thing for us is communication. Many are locked up in four walls and do not leave their homes, - says Meruert Smagulova, a disabled person from Karaganda. - Before my disability, I lived and worked as usual. Now I want to work, so I came here to ask for help.Following the example of Ten Qogam, similar centers will be created in other cities and districts of the Karaganda region.The Ten Qogam Center for Social Adaptation of People with Disabilities is located in Karaganda, at the address: Office 5, Tattimbet Street, 709, Building of the Center for State and Service Services.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/946884

Two teams from the "Murager" MLI immediately won the Grand Prix and a ticket to the prestigious world tournament in robotics, winning the First Robotics Almaty Tech Cup 2025 – Central Asia FIRST Championship international competition among students in grades 1–11 (12).The championship has been held since 2014, and during this time the number of teams has increased from 20 to 400. The competition was attended by strong teams from Azerbaijan, Mongolia, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, India, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia and all regions of Kazakhstan.This year, the championship combined competitions in robotics, engineering and drones, including the Aspan Cyber ​​Race, Aspan Drone Competition, Aspan Whoop Race and Aspan Drone Race. Participants demonstrated their skills in such areas as First Lego League (4–16 years old) and First Tech Challenge (16–18 years old).Four teams from the "Murager" specialized boarding school of Karaganda region participated in the competitions dedicated to the global problems of studying water resources and the underwater world. In the FIRST LEGO League Challenge category, the "M2T" team received the Autonomous genius award nomination, and the Rasslexx team won the Grand Prix and a ticket to the world stage in Houston (USA).- Together with the Rasslexx team, we presented an innovative project - a GPS tracker that tracks a person falling overboard. If it happens, the tracker will signal the captain and give the exact coordinates, and the detector-camera will show where and how the fall into the water occurred, - said the school mentor Zhanadil Shakarim, who led the students to the championship.The competition of FTC robots in the FIRST Tech Challenge category was heated. But the school's Jeltoqsun team, in addition to the Inspire award and Winning alliance partner award nominations, also qualified for the world stage in Houston.- Our team had an innovative project that was the best in all the jury's assessment criteria, - says Zhanadil Shakarim. - The peculiarity of our project is not only in the robot itself, but also in the competently written codes, thanks to which it consistently performed its missions. According to one task, our robots had to go around the map and complete 15 missions in two and a half minutes. Here, the results of our team were among the top three.In addition, the school was awarded the Recognition award for high achievements, and 11th graders Ruslan Ogay and Alina Anirova received a four-year grant to study at the Kazakh-British Technical University. Now students are faced with the choice of which faculty to study at.And the captain of the Jeltoqsun team, Akbar Ermekov, was among the twenty candidates selected from all over the world for a scholarship to study at one of the US universities.- I have been participating in robotics competitions since the 8th grade and have already achieved great success. I participated in the Roboland competition in Karaganda, went to Almaty, Astana, and the American city of Worcester. We performed successfully everywhere and received awards. All this also helped to determine the future life path: I want to work in the IT sector, - shared Akbar Ermekov.- Our students have made not only the school, but also our region famous with their achievements in international competitions, in which more than 3 thousand students participated, - noted Nurgazy Utebayev, director of the Murager MLI.Kazakhstani students have repeatedly won world gold in the international arena: young engineers were recognized as the best in Geneva (2022), Singapore (2023) and Athens (2024).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/946984

The deputies of the Karaganda regional maslikhat approved a new regional management scheme at the extraordinary XXIII session. The reorganization is being carried out to increase the efficiency of local government and optimize expenses.— Making changes to the existing regional management scheme involves optimizing expenses, reducing non-core functions and saving budget funds, — noted the head of the Karaganda region akim's office, Yerlan Galiev.Several departments will be merged: agriculture and land relations; business and industry; finance and state assets. Also, a tourism management with the function of external relations will be created.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947093

In the city of Balkhash, Karaganda region, local authorities are trying to create conditions to increase the flow of tourists. Last year, three new recreation areas appeared, and this year six more may be added.This was announced by Balkhash akim Sapar Satayev at a briefing at the Regional Communications Service.According to him, last year the number of vacationers in the Balkhash resort area increased by almost 30% and amounted to 121 thousand people. 99 facilities received tourists.— Last year, three recreation areas were put into operation. This year, it is planned to launch six tourism facilities with a total investment of 2.4 billion tenge, — said Sapar Satayev.The construction of water supply networks will begin in the resort villages of Torangalyk and Shubartubek. Recreation areas will be supplied with central water.In addition, the reconstruction of the beach and the city embankment should be completed this year.The reconstruction of the Balkhash airport continues. Currently, the construction of a special transport service building and the reconstruction of the airport terminal are underway. The reconstruction work is scheduled to be completed this year.The BalkhashTourfest festival has become a tradition. Last year, more than 30 thousand people gathered there. This year, it is expected to be even more.— The main goal of the festival is to form and promote the brand of Balkhash as a tourist center, — the city mayor noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947219

In Kazakhstan, March 1 is Thanksgiving Day. It was established in 2016 to express gratitude to the Kazakh people for the hospitality shown to immigrants in the 30s and 40s of the last century. On this day, concerts, charity events, festivals, exhibitions, round tables, etc. are held in the Karaganda region. KaragandaOn February 28, at 12:00, the exhibition-fair "Craftsmanship - Your Spiritual Companion" will open at the Karaganda Regional Museum of Fine Arts. It will be open until 18:00 on February 28, as well as from 10:00 to 18:00 on March 1 and 2.On March 1, at 10:00, the regional forum "Humanity is a Noble Virtue" dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and Thanksgiving Day will begin. The forum will officially announce the start of the republican contest "Caravan of Kindness".On this day, at 12:00, a ceremony of laying flowers at the Independence Stele will be held in the central square of the city.At 14:00, the XI Romanian Folklore Festival "Mărțișor-2025" will begin at the Friendship House. The festival's headliner will be Honored Artist of Moldova Lenuta Gheorgheță. In addition, a gala concert, a demonstration of Romanian national costumes and traditional household items, and an exhibition of books and photographs will be organized. Admission is free.On March 1, at 12:00, the Railway Workers' Palace of Culture will host the "One Country - One Nation" folk life festival dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan.The new Maykuduk Palace of Culture will host the "Thank you - your native country" concert program. TemirtauOn February 28, at 15:00, the Temirtau Museum of History and Local Lore will host a festival dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and Thanksgiving Day. Guests of the event will be interactively introduced to the cuisine, clothing, lifestyle and traditions of various ethnic groups living in modern Kazakhstan.On March 1, at 11:00, a festive concert entitled "Thank you to my boundless homeland" will be held at the Metallurgists Palace of Culture with the participation of the FOLK SYMPHONY ethno-folk orchestra. SaranOn March 1, at 11:00, a solemn concert entitled "Do good" will be held at the House of Culture.On March 1, a business conference dedicated to the Day of Thanksgiving "We are the united people of Kazakhstan" will be held in the Centralized Library System. During the event, the results of the work of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan and ethno-cultural associations will be discussed.On this day, the city will hold a "Thousands of thanks!" action will be held. ShakhtinskOn March 1, a ceremony of honoring patrons "From Heart to Heart" will be held.On this day, national and board game competitions will be held at the "Aksuek" sports club.Also, on Thanksgiving Day, charity events will be held in the city to distribute necessary items and food packages to those in need and clear the yards of single pensioners from snow. KarkaralyOn February 28, a concert entitled "A Thousand Thanks to You, Kazakh People" will be held on the stage of the Zhandarbekova Cultural and Entertainment Center.In addition, five-asyk games, cross-country skiing and volleyball competitions dedicated to Thanksgiving Day will be held from March 1 to 3.Round tables, festive concerts, and competitions will be organized in the villages of the district. Abay districtOn February 28, the winners of the festival-competition "Dostyk, Birlik, and Kelism Oui-Ornegi" will be awarded.Also, exhibitions, charity events and challenges will be held in the district by March 1. Aktogay district On February 28, a festive concert dedicated to Thanksgiving Day will be held at the district cultural and recreation center. Round tables, meetings, concerts and charity events will also be held in the villages of the district. Nura district On February 28, at 11:00, a round table will be held on the topic "The Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan - a unique example of cultural dialogue". Bukhar Zhyrau district On February 28, a round table will be held on the topic "Unity in Diversity". Also, charity events and challenges will be organized on the occasion of the holiday. Priozersk On March 1, hot tea will be distributed to residents on the streets of the city. A drawing competition will also be held on the occasion of Thanksgiving Day.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947269

On the eve of World Civil Defense Day, the Minister of Emergency Situations Shyngyz Arynov and the regional governor Yermaganbet Bolekpayev visited the 52859th military unit named after Martbek Mamyraev in Karaganda. The military personnel were presented with the keys to new special equipment that increases combat readiness and operational efficiency.The department was provided with military rescue vehicles based on KamAZ and Toyota Hilux. This is domestically produced equipment. The high-performance vehicles are equipped in accordance with modern requirements.– Providing the department's military rescue units with modern equipment and technology is a guarantee of speed and efficiency in dealing with emergency situations. We continue to work systematically to strengthen the material and technical base in order to be ready for any challenges, including the upcoming flood period, - noted Chingiz Arynov.The minister noted that the modernization and technical equipment of civil defense remains a priority. This year, 72 units of equipment, including unmanned aerial vehicles, Modern clothing and accessories for personnel were also purchased.– Today, our military unit has received 22 modern vehicles. Previously, the fleet was updated in 2015. Currently, we are working on development, and another influx of new equipment is expected next year, - said M. Baglan Kenbeylov, commander of the 52859th military unit named after Mamraev.Chingis Arynov and Ermagambet Bolekpayev got acquainted with the service conditions of officers and soldiers.The military units of the Civil Defense of the Ministry of Emergency Situations are responsible for protecting the population, objects and territories from natural and man-made disasters, as well as carrying out emergency rescue and urgent work World Civil Defense Day is celebrated annually on March 1. The holiday was approved by a resolution of the General Assembly of the International Civil Defense Organization. Its goal is to promote knowledge about civil defense and raise the prestige of the national rescue service.    Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947684

The musical challenge "100 days until the Great Victory" dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War is gaining momentum in Karaganda. The initiator of the project is the Kali Baizhanov Concert Association.The first to perform within the framework of the challenge was the Karaganda Jazz Orchestra, which performed compositions from the war years in one of the city's shopping centers. Their music reminded the listeners of the past, filling the atmosphere with warmth and respect for the heroism of the heroes. The baton was taken over by the Tattimbet Kazakh Academic Orchestra of Folk Instruments. The next participant in the action is the "Arka Sazy" folklore ensemble.The collective presented traditional Kazakh kuis and songs in the building of the Center for State and Service Services of the Karaganda region. Honored Cultural Worker Yerzhan Bazarbekov delighted the audience with his unique performance, and laureates of international competitions Dulat Akhanov and Nurlytan Sayatovna delighted the audience with their performing skills.After the concert, the ensemble passed the baton to the Academic Symphony Orchestra named after Erkegali Rakhmadiev.The organizers invite those who wish to participate in the project to express their gratitude to veterans through music and recall the heroic events of the past.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947691

The Alikhan Bokeikhan district of Karaganda is facing another change this year. Under the “Improvement and Greening of Settlements” program, 20 courtyards will be renovated, access roads will be asphalted, two sports and three children's playgrounds will be installed.Also, the cemetery near the Kostenko mine will be fenced off and unauthorized garbage dumps will be collected. Special attention will be paid to remote microdistricts.In Maykuduk, 10 courtyards will be renovated and two sports fields will appear (in the 13th microdistrict - near houses 10, 11, 12 and in the 17th microdistrict - near houses 40), as well as a flower garden will be renovated in the 14th microdistrict. The entrances to the flower gardens on Staleliteynaya Street and T. Kuzembayev Street in the Alikhan Bokeikhan district will be put in order. An additional 10 thousand square meters of sidewalks will be built, 6 thousand of which will be in Maykuduk.The medium-term repair work will cover Biryuzov Street (from Mailin Street to Magnitogorskaya, including the inner road in the 16th microdistrict), the road to the KazMetiz industrial zone, as well as the section from Karl Marx Street to school No. 77. At the request of residents, asphalt will be laid on the streets of the private sector in the Shakhter microdistrict, Sakhalin and Kuryanovka villages.Last year, 24 projects were implemented under the "Budget with People's Participation", this year their number will be twice as much - 43.– Special attention will be paid to the quality of play elements and materials used: if earlier they were plastic, now playgrounds and simulators are made of wood and metal. In addition, instead of artificial grass, tartan flooring will be used, - said the district akim Dosbol Kulekeev.Residents also want to see football and universal mini-fields, workout areas and basketball courts in the district.As Dosbol Kulekeev noted, this year there are many projects for the improvement of public spaces, including the improvement of nine flower gardens, the construction of pedestrian paths on three streets and the installation of street lighting. For example, residents of Zelinsky Street proposed the elimination of unauthorized garbage dumps and the installation of garbage containers at the Tikhonov cemetery. In general, according to the akim, Prishakhtinsk has begun to actively participate in the implementation of the “Budget with People's Participation” project. This year it is planned to open 28 new facilities. In addition, 170 applications were submitted for participation in the program next year.As for public space, many residents of Maykuduk noticed that the light rings had been removed from the park in the 14th microdistrict. They did not disappear without a trace. A large-scale reconstruction is planned there.– 2.4 thousand square meters of curbstones will be laid, new benches, garbage cans will be installed, and lighting will be installed. The rings will be moved to another place. In a few years, we will plant trees there to create a shady area, - said the district akim.Also, this year, a contract will be re-signed for the construction of a skate park in this 14th microdistrict. The previous contractor was unable to complete the work, and now a new competition will be held. According to the district akim, the project will be completed.This year, the construction of children's and sports grounds, lighting, repair of bus stop pavilions, benches, etc. will continue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/947839

In accordance with the instructions of the city mayor, the "People's Lawyer" campaign will be held in Shymkent on February 28, 2025.The campaign will begin at 3:00 p.m. in the building of the Abay district department of the Shymkent branch of the "Government for Citizens" state corporation (Madeli Khozha 1G).The goal of the campaign is to increase the legal literacy of the population and provide legal assistance. Any citizen can get the necessary advice free of charge from the best representatives of the legal community of our country. The services are provided by heads of local executive bodies, territorial and law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, investigators, bailiffs, lawyers, notaries.Press service of the Shymkent city akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/947582

Medium repairs are being carried out on inter-regional and inter-district roads. In accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, specialists will cover 10 thousand kilometers of roads of republican significance with medium repairs. For example, the Zhezkazgan-Petropavl highway, which connects four regions of the country, will undergo a complete repair.Medium repairs on this road began in 2024, covering 590 kilometers. This year, another 113 kilometers of roads are planned to be repaired.Minister of Transport Marat Karabayev inspected the condition of the aforementioned road during his visit to the city of Arkalyk, Kostanay region, and got acquainted with the results of last year's road construction season.The total length of the mentioned highway is 940 kilometers. 125 kilometers of it pass through the territory of Kostanay region.Medium repairs on the highway are important for the development of the region, increasing transport accessibility, and improving road safety. The Zhezkazgan-Petropavl highway is the main transport artery connecting Arkalyk with the regional center Kostanay, as well as the cities of Astana and Zhezkazgan. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/947151

As part of the Year of Working Professions, the issue of completely modernizing road use points for storing anti-icing materials and placing special equipment is being considered. This initiative will significantly improve the working conditions of road workers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/947169

East Kazakhstan region actively implements the state youth policy, creating conditions for young people to get education, employment, social activity and personal development. Since young people aged 14 to 35 make up 24% of the region's population, these initiatives are of great importance. Let's consider the main directions and achievements in this area.One of the priorities of the state youth policy is to provide quality education to young people. There are 3 higher educational institutions and 36 colleges in the region, where 31,581 students study. These educational institutions offer a wide choice of humanitarian and technical specialties.Special attention is paid to foreign students. 275 students from 17 countries, including Russia, Mongolia, China and India, are studying at higher educational institutions in the region. This international exchange contributes to strengthening intercultural understanding and friendship.- Education is the basis of the future of the region. We understand that it is important not only to provide young people with education, but also to create opportunities for its application in life. In this context, our universities and colleges play an important role in training personnel who will contribute to the development of East Kazakhstan and the entire country, - noted the Deputy Akim of East Kazakhstan Region Yerbol Nurgaliyev.The "Serpin" project is one of the important initiatives aimed at training specialists needed in the region. Currently, 588 students are studying at three higher education institutions within the framework of this program. In the future, it is planned to revive the project, which will allow improving the quality of education and strengthening the labor mobility of young people.The unemployment rate among youth in East Kazakhstan Region is 3.7%, which is lower than the average for the republic. In 2024, more than 10,000 new jobs were created within the framework of the Regional Employment Map, 2,935 of which were opened by order of the Head of State. This will significantly contribute to improving the social situation of young people.In addition, 6,495 young people were employed within the framework of national projects aimed at youth employment, 4,130 of which were permanently employed. 2,345 young professionals were able to enter the workforce through subsidized jobs.The vocational training program also plays an important role. 326 people completed short-term courses and acquired in-demand skills.To support young people's business initiatives, 71 grants worth more than 100 million tenge were awarded. More than 2,000 young people were awarded educational grants within the framework of the "Qualified Professional" project, which has been implemented since 2017. 14 successful projects aimed at developing youth entrepreneurship were implemented within the framework of the "Zhas Project" program.Grants are provided for the development of their own business for young people from socially vulnerable groups. It is planned to allocate 216 grants for the total amount of 1,572,800 tenge.- The potential of the youth of East Kazakhstan is high. Every young person, regardless of their social status, should have the opportunity to realize their ideas. We create all conditions for this and support not only education, but also entrepreneurship and social initiatives, - said Yerbol Nurgaliyev.An important direction of youth policy is the active participation of young people in social life. A volunteer front office is operating in the region, which unites more than 2,000 volunteers. In addition, there are 14 youth resource centers that support the personal and professional development of young people, where 143 employees work.As part of the "Diploma to the Village" program, 133 loans were issued in the amount of 1,060.1 million tenge by January 1, 2025. This will provide significant support to young people who want to work in rural areas. In addition, wholesale benefits are provided in villages to stabilize youth and develop the local economy.In 2025, new jobs will be created within the framework of state programs and vocational training opportunities will be expanded. Within the framework of the regional employment map, it is planned to create 282 new jobs for young people.In the East Kazakhstan region, youth policy is based on a long-term development strategy. Support is not limited to education and employment, but is aimed at developing leadership qualities, volunteering, and entrepreneurial initiatives. These measures will allow for the formation of a new generation that can withstand modern challenges and actively participate in shaping its own future.As a successful example of implementing state youth policy, the East Kazakhstan region is unlocking the potential of young people and creating opportunities for their future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/947446

Vice-Minister Batyrbek Abdishev met with the delegation of the Embassy of the Republic of France, led by Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Sylvain Giogé, at the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the talks, the parties discussed the prospects for bilateral cooperation in the field of prevention and elimination of emergency situations, as well as interaction with the French company Airbus within the framework of the modernization and equipping of the Ministry of Emergency Situations departments. Special attention was paid to the issues of introducing advanced technologies into the civil protection system, improving the skills of specialists and exchanging experience in the field of emergency response. Following the meeting, the Parties expressed their readiness to further strengthen partnership and implement joint projects aimed at increasing the safety and security of the population.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/947234

On the eve of World Civil Defense Day, the Minister of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Major General Chingiz Arinov, visited the 52859th military unit of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kazakhstan named after Martbek Mamyraev, located in the Karaganda region. During the working trip, he handed over the keys to new special equipment to the servicemen, strengthening the combat capabilities of the civil defense unit. Military rescue vehicles based on KamAZ and Toyota Hilux were solemnly put into service with the unit. Chingiz Arinov noted that the modernization and technical equipment of civil defense will be a priority. In 2025, 72 units of equipment were purchased, including unmanned aerial vehicles, as well as modern clothing, equipment and weapons for personnel. “Providing the department’s rescue military units with modern equipment and equipment is a guarantee of speed and efficiency in the fight against emergencies. "We will continue systematic work to strengthen the material and technical base in order to be ready for any challenges, including the upcoming flood period," the minister noted. During the visit, Chingiz Arinov got acquainted with the service conditions of officers and soldiers, checked their readiness for emergency rescue operations, and supervised preparations for the military parade dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War. This year, the Ministry of Emergency Situations will present a parade report and military equipment of its units in the capital of Kazakhstan at the parade. The military units of the Ministry of Emergency Situations' Civil Defense perform tasks related to protecting the population, objects and territories from natural and man-made emergencies, as well as conducting emergency rescue and urgent work. For rapid response, forces and means were distributed by region, namely in Karaganda, Semey, Aktobe, Almaty regions, as well as in Almaty, Uralsk, Ust-Kamenogorsk and Kostanay. Since the transfer to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the units have participated in the elimination of 451 emergency situations and saved 2,513 people.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/947624

An exhibition on vocational guidance for students is being held in the "Zhastar" Palace in the capital, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.The event was organized as part of the city competition "Professional guidance - the right choice - a successful career" among the capital's colleges.The goal of the competition is to popularize working professions within the framework of the "Working Professions" Year. The competition has also become a new environment for communication and interaction between students of the city's colleges."25 state and private colleges of Astana are participating in this competition. All of them will show the audience a vocational guidance program for city students. By the way, more than half of the audience were schoolchildren, the rest were students who came to support and cheer on the representatives of their college,” said Nazira Togaibaeva, deputy director of the Vocational and Technical College of the Astana Akimat for vocational education.In the foyer of the “Youth” Palace, a vocational orientation exhibition was presented to about 30 college students, and on the second floor, designers, hairdressers and representatives of other professions studying in secondary specialized educational institutions demonstrated their skills through master classes.“I think that declaring 2025 the “Year of Working Professions” in Kazakhstan was an important and timely step. Currently, many young people strive to obtain higher education. Often they underestimate the importance of working professions. However, it is the Year of Working Professions, which is the basis of the economy, and the development of our country is impossible without qualified personnel in industry, construction, agriculture and other sectors,” says Maksat Serikuly, a graduate of the Vocational and Technical College of the Astana Akimat.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/947142

The play "Independents" was shown to students from schools in the capital, which depicts the harm of drugs and the fight against them. The drama was staged on the stage of the M. Gorky State Academic Russian Drama Theater, the official website of the Astana Akimat reports.The documentary drama "Independents" by director Oleg Fedorenko tells the story of young people who have fallen into drug addiction.The play was staged as part of the implementation of the comprehensive plan to combat drug crime in the capital and the "Astana - a city without drugs" prevention campaign.It reflects the difficult experiences of the characters.Schoolchildren noted the importance of the topic raised."I have never seen anything like this in my life, but after the play I realized how difficult it is for people and how harmful drugs can be to human life," noted 14-year-old schoolgirl Katya."Everything is shown very clearly. "The fate of the main characters, their circumstances, how they got into drugs and what happened after that really touched me. I've heard a lot about drug dealers and now I understand how dangerous it is," said 12-year-old Ramazan."The play is great. The topic is very important because children don't understand how dangerous it is," said 11-year-old student Rafael.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/947158

Active work is being carried out in the capital to promote youth employment and provide them with permanent employment, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.According to the Astana City Department of Youth Policy Issues, the total number of young people in the capital is 455 thousand people.In collaboration with the Labor Mobility Center, the city is implementing several programs, including "Youth Experience", "Public Work", "First Job", etc. In total, more than 13 thousand young people were covered by employment measures in 2024. In particular, 4,691 people were permanently employed, 125 social jobs were opened, 1,220 places were provided under the “Youth Experience” program, 1,602 people were involved in community work, 322 people were employed for the first time, 5 people were employed under the “Teacher Contract” program, 83 people received vocational training, 3,227 people received vocational training, 3,227 people received e-labor and 504 people received e-vocational education.The “Bastau Business” project, aimed at teaching the basics of entrepreneurship in order to support employment, is being implemented. 44 grants were allocated in 2024.The “ENBEK Electronic Labor Exchange” portal is also operating, where young people can find work both in the city and throughout the republic, as well as apply for a business loan.The “Green Country” project, aimed at providing seasonal employment to schoolchildren, students and unemployed youth, is implemented annually. In 2024, 4,200 schoolchildren and students, including representatives of socially vulnerable groups of the population, were employed under this program. In 2025, another 4,200 young people are planned to be employed.In order to expand employment opportunities for the unemployed, including certain categories of young people, 41 job fairs were held in Astana in 2024.Since August 2023, the Joltap project has been operating in the capital, aimed at employment and improving professional skills, with an emphasis on unemployed and self-employed young people in the NEET category. In 2024, 19.5 thousand citizens received advice on 52 state support measures and employment opportunities and enrolled in short-term training.For example, last year, 6.9 thousand city residents mastered practical skills in labor and digital specialties, and 4,000 people got jobs or opened their own businesses. 3,773 people were trained in 7 digital specialties (SMM, targeting, content creator, graphic design, video editing, web design and website development, basic digital skills).3,904 people were trained in 10 working specialties (seamstress, barista, salesperson, stylist, electric and gas welder, accounting basics, shoe repair and key making, cabinet furniture basics, auto specialist for changing tires, Kaspi online trading basics).Work is underway to reduce the number of young people in the NEET category who are not studying, not working, or not participating in vocational training courses. The NEET category of young people in the capital is 6.1% or 26 thousand people. To help this category of youth transition to the labor market, the Astana Youth MMC is implementing projects aimed at youth employment, socialization, and comprehensive support.The "Rented Housing for Working Youth without the Right to Purchase" program, launched in 2019, is being implemented in the capital, which aims to help young people acquire their own housing. As part of the program, the akimat has leased 3,220 apartments.Under the "Yelorda Youth" program, young people are provided with preferential loans at an annual interest rate of 5 percent, a loan amount of up to 18 million tenge, a down payment of 10 percent, and a loan term of up to 19 years. Under this program, young people can purchase housing both in the primary and secondary markets.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/947361