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Astana, November 25, 2025 – Arsen Omarov, Director of the Department for International Security of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, participated in the Regional Roundtable on Lethal Autonomous Weapons Systems (LAWS), held by the International Committee of the Red Cross.Diplomats, military experts, and academic representatives discussed the humanitarian, legal, and ethical challenges associated with the use of artificial intelligence in the military domain. During the discussion, it was noted that autonomous weapons systems capable of independently selecting and engaging targets without human intervention raise serious concerns regarding accountability, transparency, and compliance with international humanitarian law.In his speech, Director Omarov highlighted the initiatives of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence in Kazakhstan and introduced in detail the state’s stand on the regulation of LAWS. He emphasized that Astana advocates for a preemptive ban on fully autonomous weapons and maintaining a reasonable balance between military necessity and ethical standards when implementing AI in modern weapons development. It was noted that Kazakhstan supports the development of Protocol VI to the Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons as a legally binding instrument for regulating LAWS.Andrea Bacher, Ambassador of Austria to Kazakhstan (Austria initiated the adoption of two UN General Assembly resolutions on LAWS), and representatives of the foreign policy and defense ministries of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan contributed to the event. It was noted that the Roundtable could serve as a platform for developing a consolidated position among Central Asian states on LAWS.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1113354?lang=kk

On November 27, 2025, First Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aizhan Bizhanova will hold a meeting with business representatives and a personal reception for the public.Venue: Zhetysu Region, Karatal Microdistrict 36, "Til Sarayi" Building, 2nd FloorMeeting with the public and business representatives: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM;Personal reception for the public: 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM.You can submit your questions and suggestions for discussion at the meeting with the First Vice Minister of Trade and Integration via WhatsApp: +7 701 786 3919 (MTI).To register for the personal reception and to participate in the meeting, please call: +7 701 786 3919 (Aziza Nurpeyisova).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1113142?lang=kk

The population of Abay Region as of October 1, 2025, amounted to 597.3 thousand people, including 374.4 thousand urban residents (62.7%) and 222.9 thousand rural residents (37.3%). Compared to the beginning of 2025, the population decreased by 5.5 thousand people, or by 0.9%.Natural population changeOverall, in Abay Region for January–September 2025, the natural population increase amounted to 2229 people, which is 29.1% less than in January–September 2024 (3142 people). The total natural increase rate was 4.98 per 1000 population.According to information recorded in civil status acts submitted by the civil registry offices, the number of births for January–September 2025 amounted to 6200, which is 14.3% less than in the corresponding period of 2024 (7231). The total birth rate was 13.84 per 1000 population.During the reporting period, the number of deaths amounted to 3971, which is 2.9% less than in January–September 2024 (4089). The total mortality rate was 8.86 deaths per 1000 population.For January–September 2025, 37 infant deaths (under 1 year of age) were registered in the region, which is 36.2% less than in the corresponding period of 2024 (58 infant deaths). The infant mortality rate was 5.97 deaths per 1000 live births.Population migrationAccording to data provided by the migration service, for January–September 2025 the number of arrivals to the region amounted to 23624 people, while the number of departures totaled 31393. As a result of external and internal migration, there was a net loss of 7769 people.The main external migration exchange occurs with CIS countries. The number of arrivals from CIS countries amounted to 68 people (66%), and the number of departures was 140 people (89.7% of all migrants). The majority of arrivals and departures are associated with the Russian Federation.With non-CIS foreign countries, the migration balance was positive: 35 people arrived in the region, while 11 departed.Regarding interregional migration within the country, 9947 people arrived and 17,663 departed, resulting in a negative balance of 7716 people._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Methodological explanationsThe natural growth rate is the difference between the total fertility and mortality rates.The total fertility rate is an indicator that determines the intensity of childbearing in relation to the entire population. Represents the ratio of the total number of live births during the period to the average population. As a rule, it is calculated per 1000 population.The total mortality rate is an indicator that determines the intensity of mortality of the population. Represents the ratio of the total number of deaths during the period to the average population. As a rule, it is calculated per 1000 population.The infant mortality rate is an indicator that determines the mortality rate of children under the age of one year. It is calculated by the ratio of the number of deaths under the age of 1 to the number of live births. The infant mortality rate is calculated per 1,000 live births.Population migration -   the   movement  of people (migrants) across the borders of certain regions with a change of residence.Migrant - a person who commits a migration with change of residence.Number of arrivals -    the   number of people who have entered into the region because of its limits during the reporting period.Number of departures - the number of people who left the region outside of its boundaries during the reporting period. www.stat.gov.kz / Official statistics / By industry / Demographic statistics Head of the  Division of social and demographic statistics:S.KondratyevaТеl. +7 (7222) 36 25 49 Address:180000, c.Semeyst.Mangilik el, 25 © Agency for Strategic planning and reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan Bureau of National statisticsSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/1113105?lang=kk

otken demalys kunderi elimіzdіn barlyk onѣіrіnde republicalyk auylsharuashylyk zharmenkelerі uyimdastyryldy. Is-sharaga 1300-day astam auyl sharuashylygy tauaryn ondirushi men kasipker katysyp, zharmenkelerge kelgenderdin zhalpy sany 170 mynga zhuyktada. Negіzgі suranys et onimderіne bagyttaldy. Barlygy 300 tonnadan astam et satyldy. Siyr eti bagasy kelisine 2,500–3,500 tenge aralygynda boldy.Astanada zharmenke barysynda 20 ton siyr eti 3,000–3,500 tengeden satyldy. Sonymen qatar 1 ton kus eti (1,500 tenge/kg), 1 ton ұн (280 tenge/kg), 0.5 ton pasta (300 tenge/kg), 0.5 ton kurish (400 tenge/kg) zane 0.2 ton karakumyk (250 tg/kg) saudaland. Kunbagys may 900 tengeden 0.1 ton, al sary may 4,000–4,200 tengeden 0.2 ton koleminde satyldy.Almaty kalasynyn turgyndary shamamen 20 ton et onimderin satyp aldy. Shymkente zharmenkege 258-ge zhuyk kasipker katysty. Olardyn katarynda Turkistan is bald on the face of the body; Turgyndar aleumettik manyzy bar siyr eti bagasynyn kolzhetimdi ekendigin atap otti. Sonomen berge barlyk sanattagi syyr etine, sony n ishinde zhumsak bolіkterіne de bagany tomendetu zhoninde usynystar bildirildi. Baska aleumettik tauarlar boyinsha bagalar naryktyk zhane bolshek sauda jellyerine karaganda aldekaida kolayly dep bagalanda.Republic of boyinsha otken zharmenkelerde et onimderimen qatar kokonister, zhemis-zhidek, zharma turleri zhane sut onimderi usynyldy. It’s important to remember that it’s a big deal. Kartoptyn ortasha bagasy – 200 tenge, sabiz ​​– 250 tenge, piyaz – 220 tenge. Kelushiler zharmenkenin ynңaylylygyn, bags of salystyru mүmkіndigіn zhane sapala onimdi tomendetilgen bagamen alu artykshylygyn atap otti.Batys Kazakhstan oblysynda auylsharuashylyk zharmenkeleri eki orynda otti. Onіrdің tauar өndіrushіlerі usynғan өnіm qatarynda confectionery zhane shuzhyk onimderi, kunbagys mayy, sүt tagamdary, zhumyrtka, bal zhane baska yes tauarlar boldy. Sharua kozhalyktary kartop, kus eti, үyrek, kaz, tүyetauyk, sonday-ak siyr, zhylky zhane shoshka etin saudalady. Barlyk onim zhogary sapasimen zhane kolzhetimdy bagasymen erekshelendi. Maselen, siyr zhane zhylky eti 2,700–2,800 tengeden, kartop 130 tengeden, piyaz ben kyrykkabat 100 tengeden, C1 sanatyndagy zhumyrtka 52 tengeden usynyldy.Askemen kalasynda senbi kuni bes auylsharuashylyk zharmenkesi yyimdastyryldy. Markakol audanynan kelgen farmer 2 tons of raw material 3,000 tengeden, 3 ton of raw material 2,800 tengeden 3 ton of raw material 3,200 tengeden. Budan bolek, bal, sut onimderi, irimshik, sary may jane baska and tauarlar da tiimdi bagamen satyldy. Kanan ozge zharmenkelerinde de turli et onimderi, su tagamdary, bal, kokonis, zhemis-zhidek zhane tabigi onimder keninen usynildy. Bir kun ishinde shamamen 5 ton raw eti, 4 ton zhyr eti, 5 ton koi eti, 10 ton kokonis, 2 ton kus eti zhane birneshe ton bass yes auylsharuashylyk onimderi satyldy.Zharmenkelerdegi bagalar naryktyk dengeiden tomen Boldy: kartop – 200 tenge, sabiz ​​– 150 tenge, kyrykkabat – 140 tenge.Zhyl basynan beri elimizde 504 auylsharuashylyk zharmenkesi otype, onda zhalpy kolemi 7.9 mn ton onim 5.3 billion tenge saudaland.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1113010?lang=kk

Azamat Kashiyev, Head of the Informatization Department of the Akimat of Kostanay region, gave detailed explanations to the media of the region in connection with the signing by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan of the first Law "On Artificial Intelligence" in Central Asia and the country.During the commentary, it was noted that the new law is an important step towards responsible and secure development of digital technologies.The document creates the legal conditions for the introduction of AI into the economy, public services and the social sphere. Special attention was paid to copyright.The head of the department elaborated on the classification in the cybersecurity system, explained the key terms and discussed the prospects for the development of the national platform.Azamat Kashiyev stressed that regional authorities have already begun preparations to adapt information systems to new regulatory requirements. The issues of integrating AI technologies into other spheres of life are also being worked out.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1112881?lang=kk

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Astana, November 25, 2025 – The sixth round of political consultations between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates was held in Astana.Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev headed the Kazakh delegation, while Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of the UAE and Special Envoy for Investment Cooperation with Central Asia, Suhail Al Mazrouei, led the UAE delegation.Welcoming the Emirati delegation, Minister Kosherbayev emphasized that Astana views Abu Dhabi as one of its important political and economic partners in the Arab world and remains interested in expanding comprehensive bilateral cooperation.During the consultations, the parties held an in-depth discussion on the development of political dialogue, expansion of trade, economic and investment cooperation, as well as prospects for joint work in the fields of energy, transport, innovation and artificial intelligence.The progress in implementing the agreements reached during the working visit of President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to Abu Dhabi in January of this year, as well as during the official visit of the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to Astana in May of this year, was reviewed.The head of the UAE delegation highly praised the level of partnership between the two countries, reaffirming Abu Dhabi’s strong interest in strengthening mutually beneficial cooperation with Kazakhstan across all key areas.Special attention was paid to preparations for joint events scheduled for next year, including high-level contacts. The interlocutors also exchanged views on current regional and international issues, confirming the importance of coordinating efforts within multilateral formats.Following the meeting, the parties agreed to continue maintaining a stable and constructive dialogue between the foreign ministries of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1112459?lang=kk

Astana, November 25, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov met with the Ambassador of the Hellenic Republic Efthalia Kakiopoulou.During the talks, the parties discussed current issues on the bilateral agenda, as well as prospects for the further development of Kazakh-Greek cooperation.The positive dynamics of the political dialogue and interaction in the trade-economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres were noted. Both sides expressed interest in implementing joint projects in the fields of transport and logistics, tourism, education, and digital technologies.Deputy Minister Issetov emphasized that Greece is an important partner of Kazakhstan in the European Union and the Mediterranean region, and expressed readiness to deepen cooperation both at the bilateral level and within international organizations.Ambassador Kakiopoulou, for her part, highlighted Athens’ commitment to further strengthening comprehensive ties with Astana, underscoring the promising nature of cooperation in the trade and investment sphere and the promotion of cultural initiatives.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain a regular political dialogue and continue work on expanding Kazakh-Greek partnership across all areas.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1112433?lang=kk

Al-Kuwait, November 25, 2025 – Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Yelekeyev presented his credentials to the Emir of the State of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.During the ceremony, the friendly nature of Kazakh-Kuwaiti relations and the parties' desire to further develop political, economic, cultural, humanitarian, and investment cooperation were reaffirmed.Ambassador  Yelekeyev noted that Kuwait and Kazakhstan share common priorities – strengthening stability, ensuring security, and diversifying the national economy. The Аmbassador said that Kazakhstan is also implementing a large-scale program of digitalization of public administration aimed at improving the efficiency of institutions and transparency in the implementation of decisions.The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, wished the Ambassador success in his work and expressed his support for further strengthening cooperation between the two countries. He emphasized the particular importance of expanding investment cooperation in order to ensure Kuwait's food security, noting Kazakhstan's high potential as a reliable partner in the agro-industrial sector.The Emir noted Kuwait's readiness to consider promising initiatives in this area, including projects aimed at developing sustainable food supplies and creating long-term mechanisms for cooperation between public and private institutions in the two countries.Kazakh diplomat noted Kazakhstan's commitment to strengthening cooperation with the Gulf countries, drawing attention to the importance of Kuwait as a strategic partner in the region, and expressed readiness to deepen dialogue on all areas of the bilateral agenda.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1112436?lang=kk

Заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики РК Серик Жумангарин провел встречу с заместителем председателя Кабинета Министров Туркменистана Ходжамыратом Гельдимырадовым.Вице-премьер отметил, что Туркменистан является важным партнером Казахстана в Центральной Азии. За последние пять лет товарооборот увеличился в четыре раза; на протяжении последних двух лет взаимная торговля стабильно превышает $500 млн. Поставленная главами государств цель – довести товарооборот до $1 млрд – остается реалистичной и достижимой в среднесрочной перспективе.Отдельный блок переговоров был посвящен взаимной торговле сельхозпродукцией. За 9 месяцев 2025 г. казахстанский экспорт в Туркменистан составил $221,7 млн, в основном за счет поставок промышленной, сельскохозяйственной и переработанной продукции. В 2025 г. экспорт продолжил расти благодаря увеличению поставок муки, растительных масел и других переработанных товаров.Доля агропромышленных товаров в экспорте стабильно превышает 30%. Казахстан поставляет пшеничную муку, подсолнечное масло, пшеницу, макаронные изделия, маргарин, чайные концентраты.Серик Жумангарин предложил увеличить объемы поставок и расширить линейку агропромышленной продукции, включая пшеницу, кукурузу, чечевицу, горох, соевые бобы, подсолнечное масло, муку, сахар и другие виды продукции.Импорт из Туркменистана также растет: за 9 месяцев 2025 г. он достиг $141,9 млн. Помимо природного газа поставляются фрукты и овощи. В 2025 г. поставки томатов превысили 30 тыс. тонн и стали вторым по значимости товаром в структуре импорта из Туркменистана. «Мы заинтересованы, чтобы плодоовощная продукция присутствовала на нашем рынке. Все, что вы поставляете — томаты, фрукты, овощи – мы готовы принимать в рамках «зеленого коридора», — подчеркнул Серик Жумангарин.Особое внимание уделено развитию транспортно-логистических проектов. Ходжамырат Гельдимырадов сообщил о начале строительства сухого порта на границе с Гератом и предложил Казахстану присоединиться к проекту. Стороны также обсудили перспективы формирования транзитного коридора Казахстан – Туркменистан – Афганистан – Пакистан, включая строительство железнодорожной линии Герат – Тургунди. Серик Жумангарин и Ходжамырат Гельдимырадов подтвердили намерение продолжать работу по развитию транспортных, торговых и логистических связей, создавая дополнительные возможности для бизнеса и расширяя интеграцию между странами.Справочно:За январь – сентябрь 2025 г. товарооборот между Казахстаном и Туркменистаном составил $363,6 млн, что на 5,4% больше, чем за аналогичный период предыдущего года ($345 млн). Экспорт составил $221,7 млн (+6,8%), импорт – $141,9 млн (+3,2%). За 2024 г. товарооборот между Казахстаном и Туркменистаном составил $555,7 млн, в том числе экспорт – $335 млн, импорт – $220,7 млн. https://primeminister.kz/ru/news/kazaxstan-i-turkmenistan-rassiriaiut-zelenyi-koridor-dlia-ovoshhei-i-fruktov-30759 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1112267?lang=kk

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On November 24, Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev held a meeting on curbing inflation. Deputy Finance Minister Yerzhan Birzhanov, representatives of the State Revenue Committee, the Financial Monitoring Agency, and deputy regional akims participated in the discussion.During the meeting, the minister noted that since the beginning of the year, food inflation for 160 key products has reached 11 percent. Meanwhile, the price index for socially important food products remains stable, remaining at a minimum of 0.1% for the first three weeks of November. Weekly monitoring, direct interaction with producers and retail chains, government oversight, and regular fairs continue to play a key role in maintaining price levels.At the meeting, First Deputy Trade Minister Aizhan Bizhanova emphasized that, to ensure the stability of the food basket, the issue of expanding the list of socially important food products is being considered. The inclusion of additional categories of vegetables, fruits, dairy, meat, and fish products is being considered. This step will expand the limited trade margin mechanism to a wider range of goods and limit the influence of intermediaries. The new list is planned to be discussed with government agencies, the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs, associations, retail chains, and importers.A list of the largest food importers and their suppliers by region has been determined. Negotiations are planned at the central and regional levels with the participation of interested bodies to develop consolidated solutions for price containment, enhancing the social responsibility of businesses, and increasing import transparency.During the discussion, Minister Arman Shakkaliyev placed particular emphasis on the work of the regions. He noted that today each region receives a detailed list of key products that contribute the most to inflation and explained the principle of the new approach. The minister said that regional analytics are key to keeping the situation under control."We have created an algorithm that allows us to see the real picture for each product. It shows where price increases are coming from, whether it's logistics, seasonality, imports, or the balance of production and consumption." This approach allows us to respond quickly and prevent unjustified price increases. This is especially important for goods that are not directly regulated. Our goal is to ensure stability in every region and ensure that every family benefits from this work," Arman Shakkaliyev emphasized.The continuation of fairs and large-scale events like "Bereke Fest" was also discussed. These provide the population with affordable meat, vegetables, and other socially important products. Following the example of the capital, there are plans to expand direct supplies of discounted meat.The simplified import procedure for fruits and vegetables from Iran, Pakistan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Turkmenistan was separately confirmed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1111751?lang=kk

The republican patriotic forum "El tiregi – enbek adamy" was held in Kostanay. The event was organized within the framework of the state social order of the Public Development Department of the Akimat of Kostanay region. The purpose of the forum is to increase the prestige of a working person, popularize working professions, develop a system of technical and vocational education, as well as strengthen patriotic values among young people.The forum program began on November 23 with the seminar "Path to Profession – Path to the future: the role of technical and vocational education" at the Kostanay College of Motor Transport. The participants discussed modern requirements for working professions, the need to expand dual education and current issues of technical personnel training.The next day, the participants honored the memory of the outstanding public figure Mirzhakyp Dulatov by laying flowers at his monument. The main part of the forum was held at the IQOSTANAY smart center and brought together representatives from different regions of the country.Special attention at the forum was paid to the Kakimzhanov labor dynasty. Daurenbek Kabzhanuly, known as one of the best employees of the Timofeev state farm, passed on his love for the land to his descendants. His son Madiyar created his own farm and provided work to the residents of Sosnovka village, and his grandson Shyngys became the winner of regional and national competitions of professional skills. His achievements were noted at the forum, and the award was presented to him by the Hero of Labor of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Sayran Bukanov.Deputy of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Olzhas Kuspekov was among the honored guests of the forum. He started his career in college as a production foreman, went through the path of leadership and gained significant experience in the field of education and management. At the forum, the deputy awarded Elena Simanchuk, a lecturer at the Department of Biology and Chemistry of the regional University. In her speech, Elena Alexandrovna emphasized that patriotism manifests itself through concrete actions: the introduction of scientific research, modern technologies and innovative teaching methods makes a real contribution to the country's economy. She noted that such initiatives help students not only to master knowledge, but also to be active participants in the economic and social progress of Kazakhstan.Deputy Akim of Kostanay region Bakhytzhan Narymbetov congratulated the participants of the forum and stressed its importance:"President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that the country's development is primarily based on skilled labor. Kostanay region is turning into an actively developing industrial center: new enterprises are being opened, including a high-tech KIA plant, logistics is developing and a dry port is being built.Today, more than 22,000 young people are learning technical and working professions, and many are interning directly at the workplace. This proves that the region's personnel training system generates international-level specialists.Dear young people! You are the future of the economy of the region and the country. Honest work is a source of dignity and a path to the heights of the future. I wish you great success and bright achievements!"The forum brought together students and teachers from Akmola, Pavlodar, Aktobe, North Kazakhstan regions and Astana, the capital of the country. This was an opportunity for the participants to exchange experiences, discuss professional challenges and strengthen regional human resources.By promoting labor, professional and patriotic values, the Forum has become a platform for bringing together young professionals who will become the backbone of the development of key industries in Kazakhstan in the future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1111593?lang=kk

Astana, November 24, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Issetov received Ambassador of the Swiss Confederation Salman Bal on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission.During the meeting, the diplomats discussed current issues on the bilateral agenda, including the upcoming working visit of the Swiss Vice-President Guy Parmelin to Astana in the framework of the 5th meeting of the Kazakhstan-Switzerland Business Council.The positive dynamics of the political dialogue, as well as the expansion of cooperation in trade, economic, investment, and cultural-humanitarian spheres were noted. The interlocutors expressed interest in implementing joint projects in the areas of digitalization, transport and logistics, education, and water diplomacy.Ambassador Bal thanked the Kazakh side for the fruitful cooperation and emphasized the high potential for further strengthening bilateral relations.At the conclusion of the meeting, Deputy Minister Issetov expressed gratitude to Ambassador Bal for his contribution to the development of Kazakh-Swiss cooperation and awarded him with a Certificate of Honour on behalf of Minister of Foreign Affairs Yermek Kosherbayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1111529?lang=kk

Astana, November 20, 2025 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan hosted a conference titled “Kazakhstan – a country where childhood is protected!” dedicated to World Children’s Day.The event brought together Members of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representatives of relevant government agencies, non-governmental organizations, children’s and youth associations, volunteer movements, as well as representatives of the UNICEF Office in Kazakhstan.In her opening remarks, Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alua Nadirkulova noted that on November 20, 1989, the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child was adopted – a document that has become a moral and legal benchmark for the global community. Kazakhstan was among the first to support this international standard and has continued to systematically strengthen mechanisms for the protection of children’s rights.She emphasized that President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev pays special attention to child protection issues. In particular, in 2024, the National Fund for the Development of Children was established. Under this initiative, 50% of the investment income is directed annually to special savings accounts for children until they reach the age of 18.At the same time, Kazakhstan not only continues to strengthen its national child protection mechanisms but also reaffirms its commitment to international obligations in this field. The country initiated the Human Rights Council resolution “Ensuring Quality Education for Peace and Tolerance for Every Child,” which was adopted unanimously by the UN Human Rights Council.Acting Deputy Head of the UNICEF Office in Kazakhstan, Ramiz Bekhbudov, highlighted the long-standing partnership between Kazakhstan and UNICEF in promoting child rights. Under the leadership of the UNICEF Office, dozens of initiatives, research projects, and programs have been implemented in the country to identify the real needs of children and develop solutions based on international standards and best practices.The conference also featured a welcome address from Renate Winter, Honorary President of the Center for Development and Justice (CDJI) and former Chair of the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child. She emphasized Kazakhstan’s contribution to the development of child-friendly justice and post-conflict child protection programs.Judges, lawyers, and mediators – Gulnar Abdigaliyeva, Leila Zinashyeva, Zhanargul Alpysbayeva, Ira Zhaskairat, and Ilvira Nazyrova – shared their practical experience in the field of juvenile justice, emphasizing the need to further strengthen child protection mechanisms within the judicial system.Special attention at the conference was given to the voice of children. Students from Astana’s educational institutions, activists of children’s and youth organizations, and volunteer movements shared their views on the role of children’s organizations in society, urged adults not to be afraid to trust young people, and offered their ideas for building a truly child-friendly country – one where their rights, voices, and dreams matter.Special appreciation was expressed to the “Baqytty Bala” Public Foundation and the Institute “Science and Law”. These organizations have carried out systematic work for many years to promote children’s rights and develop legal culture in the country.Overall, the discussion took place in an open and constructive format. The organizers stressed that the voices of children were heard, and the outcomes of the conference would contribute to further improving Kazakhstan’s public policy in the field of child rights protection. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1111538?lang=kk

Astana, November 24, 2025 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev received the European Union’s Special Representative for Central Asia Eduards Stiprais.During the meeting, Minister Kosherbayev underlined that Kazakhstan and the European Union have been consistently enhancing their political dialogue, including through the implementation of the Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, signed ten years ago and serving as a solid foundation for long-term cooperation.The parties exchanged views on key areas of cooperation, noting the importance of promoting projects on green transformation and transport connectivity. In this context, the significance of further development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route was underlined.The head of the foreign ministry emphasized that Kazakhstan is a reliable and responsible partner of the European Union and remains open to expanding bilateral economic and political cooperation.Minister Kosherbayev stressed the importance of further strengthening cooperation within the “Central Asia – European Union” format, which has established itself as an effective platform for advancing regional dialogue and implementing practical initiatives. It was expressed that Kazakhstan is ready to continue active participation in joint projects and to enhance cooperation on the priority areas of engagement with the EU.For his part, Special Representative Stiprais highly praised the level of cooperation between Kazakhstan and the EU, noting Kazakhstan’s contribution to strengthening interregional cooperation and advancing major economic and infrastructure initiatives.Following the meeting, the interlocutors reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening mutually beneficial partnership and expressed their readiness to continue a constructive dialogue on key bilateral and regional issues.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1111525?lang=kk