Kostanay region implements the strategic instructions of the Head of State, developing in three key economic areas: mechanical engineering, ferrous metallurgy and processing of agricultural products. One of the priorities of the region remains the development of the machine-building industry, including the automotive industry and the production of automotive components.Mechanical engineering: expansion of productionTo date, there are four large machine-building enterprises in Kostanay region that produce passenger cars, trucks and agricultural machinery. By the way, the fourth plant was launched quite recently, in the fall of 2024. As part of the industrial development of the region, two more new plants are planned to be commissioned by the end of 2025.:KIA automobile plant with a capacity of 70,000 vehicles per year, which will create 1,500 new jobs;The truck main transmission plant, where 550 new jobs will be opened.Additionally, in early 2026, it is planned to launch another automotive components plant, which will become the seventh enterprise in the region's automotive industry and provide domestic automobile plants with the necessary components.Automotive components factory: localization of productionThe construction of a localization center for automotive components is aimed at reducing dependence on imports and strengthening the region's engineering cluster. The implementation of the project will ensure the supply of domestic components for automotive enterprises in Kazakhstan.Key project indicators:The volume of investments is 17.8 billion tenge;Number of new jobs – 800;Production capacity – 60,000 components per year;The production area is about 30,000 m2.What details will be released? The new company will begin production of components previously imported from abroad.:Seats;Silencers;Bumpers, mirrors, plastic body elements;Electrical harnesses;Interior and exterior details;Car paint and sealants.Jobs and human resourcesTo date, 5,053 people are employed in the region's machine-building industry, and with the launch of new plants, this number will exceed 7,500 jobs. Active personnel training is underway in the field of automotive, metallurgy and automation, which will provide enterprises with qualified specialists.The launch of the automotive components plant will be an important step towards creating a full cycle of automotive production in Kazakhstan."This project will become the basis for the formation of the first full-fledged machine-building cluster in Kazakhstan, providing Kazakhstani car factories with domestic components," concluded Kumar Aksakalov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/939984

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In the rural district of Dosbol Datka, Shieli district, a modern sports and recreation complex was opened with the support of the public foundation "Kazakhstan Halkyna."The opening ceremony was attended by Deputy Akim of the region Shakhmardan Baimanov, Chairman of the Board of the public foundation "Kazakhstan Halkyna" Lazzat Chingisbayeva, and Vice President of South Oil LLP Serik Myrzabekov. The Deputy Akim highlighted significant achievements in the region's sports sector and discussed the progress of the planned activities.— The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev said in his Address to the people: " It is essential for our youth to develop into robust and healthy members of society. Consequently, widespread participation in sports plays a crucial role in preserving the nation's well-being." In this regard, with the support of the head of the region, modern sports complexes are being built in our region, which are being transferred to the disposal of sports fans. Recently, sports facilities were inaugurated in the rural areas of the Karmakshy district, specifically in the III International and Dur Ongar districts, with the involvement of the local akim. Today, the region's sports infrastructure has been replenished with another complex built with the support of the Kazakhstan Halkyna Foundation.We are confident that our young athletes will train in this building and become champions glorifying our country and region. On behalf of the head of the region and the entire population of the region, we express our deep gratitude to the Kazakhstan Halkyna Public Foundation! - said Shakhmardan Askaryuly.The Kazakhstan Halkyna Public Foundation is implementing many projects worth a total of KZT 4.8 billion. In addition, at the ceremony, the Chairman of the Board of the Fund Lazzat Chingisbayeva and Vice President of South Oil LLP Serik Myrzabekov noted the work done and congratulated residents on the opening of the new facility. It is worth noting that last year the level of provision of the region's population with sports infrastructure was 46.2%. In 2023, 9 sports complexes were opened, and in 2024, work was completed on 6 more facilities that will be put into operation. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/937288

Today, the chairman of the regional maslikhat, Murat Tleuimbetov, along with deputies Zhankeldi Yskak, Ibadulla Tilep, and Nurlan Imandosov, visited the villages of Abaі, Aktan Batyr, Zhankozha Batyr, and Bekarystan bi in the Kazaly district. During this working visit, they met with local residents. The deputy akim of the district, Zhalgas Suyeubayev, the chairman of the district maslikhat, Gaziz Alish, other deputies, rural district akims, and specialists in relevant fields also attended the meeting.The chairman of the regional maslikhat discussed projects initiated by the akim of the region, as well as current and future plans. He highlighted the work of the maslikhat and addressed issues raised by the deputies. Residents shared their suggestions for paving streets, repairing electrical networks, building kindergartens, opening fuel stations, cleaning canals, enhancing security by appointing an additional police inspector, equipping police stations with a service vehicle and fire equipment, and constructing a hospital. They also expressed appreciation for the systematic efforts of the regional head to improve the quality of life.After the meeting, the deputies visited the construction site of a 300-seat school in Zhankozha Batyr, part of the national project "Comfortable School," and reviewed the work at schools No. 24 in Bekarystan bi and No. 91 in Gani Muratbaev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/937299

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Since the beginning of the year, pensions in the amount of 346 billion tenge have been paid from the republican budget, including 111.8 billion tenge for the payment of basic pensions, and 234.2 billion tenge for the payment of solidarity pensions.As of February 1, 2025, the number of pensioners was 2 million 445 thousand people.As of February 1, 2025, the average amount of the total pension was 143,248 tenge, including the solidarity pension amount - 95,789 tenge, and the basic pension - 47,459 tenge.As previously reported, on January 1, 2025, the amount of the basic pension payment was increased by 6.5% in accordance with the forecast inflation rate determined by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the solidarity pension increased by 8.5%, i.e. 2% above the inflation rate.In addition, by order of the Head of State, starting from 2023, within five years, the minimum basic pension will be gradually increased annually to 70% of the minimum subsistence level, and the maximum - to 120%.For example, starting from January 1, 2025, the minimum amount of the basic pension has been increased from 65% to 70% of the minimum subsistence level, which is 32,360 tenge, and its maximum amount has been increased from 105 to 110% of the minimum subsistence level, amounting to 50,851 tenge.We remind you that starting from July 1, 2018, the state basic pension payment will be assigned individually to each recipient, taking into account the length of service in the pension system.At the same time, since 1998 As of January 1, the period of work in the solidarity system, as well as the periods of payment of mandatory pension contributions (hereinafter referred to as the MZH), are included in the length of service in the pension system.If a citizen's length of service in the pension system is 10 years or less, or if there is no length of service at all, the basic pension is equal to 70% of the subsistence minimum, and then its amount increases by 2% for each year exceeding 10 years. And if your length of service is 20 years, the basic pension is 90% of the subsistence minimum. If the length of service is 30 years or more, the maximum subsistence level is set at 110%.If mandatory pension contributions are transferred to the Unified Accumulative Pension Fund several times during one month, the period of participation in the accumulation system is one month.Thus, the more regularly and fully mandatory pension contributions are transferred, the higher the amount of basic pension payments upon reaching retirement age.In turn, the amount of pension payments depending on the age of a citizen depends on the length of service as of January 1, 1998 (at least 6 months are required) and the average monthly income in the period before retirement.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/enbek/press/news/details/937770

The owners of the Almaty hippodrome must present its development program by the end of March. The mayor announced this during a meeting with residents of the Zhetysu district.According to the city akim, negotiations have been underway with the owners of the hippodrome since last year. They must present a development program by the end of March, which, first of all, will require significant funds. However, Yerbolat Dossayev noted that the intended purpose of the hippodrome will remain unchanged.“If the owners do not carry out renovation work, we will look for a new investor or the city may take on this responsibility, but this is a very expensive project. We will try to determine the future of the Almaty hippodrome by the summer,” said Yerbolat Dossayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/937913

This year, spring field work is planned to be carried out in the region on 806.4 thousand hectares.Preparation for sowing was discussed at a meeting of the regional administration chaired by the regional governor Askhat Shakharov.According to the information of the head of the agricultural department, Askar Zhusibaliyev, grain crops will be sown on 458 thousand hectares, oilseeds on 67 thousand hectares, fodder crops on 274 thousand hectares, potatoes on 3.5 thousand hectares and vegetable and melon crops on 3.4 thousand hectares.While 51 thousand tons of agricultural crop seeds are required for spring sowing, 47 thousand tons or 92% have been supplied to date. Seed sowing continues in the districts.6.2 thousand tons of discounted diesel have been allocated for spring field work. After the Ministry of Energy sets the price for diesel fuel in the near future, work will be carried out to identify the supplier operator in accordance with the law. 1,528 tractors, 135 sowing complexes, 1,446 thousand seeders and 1,432 thousand tillage equipment will be mobilized.Under the "Ken Dala-2" program, applications for 3.9 billion tenge have been accepted for the sowing campaign through the "Agrarian Credit Corporation" JSC and the "Aktobe" SEC with an annual interest rate of 5%, 2.0 billion tenge have been approved and 532.6 million tenge have been granted loans. The acceptance of applications continues. In addition, 1.2 billion tenge has been allocated to subsidize the crop production sector, the funds will be directed to the development of seed production; reducing the cost of mineral fertilizers, pesticides and irrigation water," Askar Zhusibaliyev said.As the head of the board noted, in accordance with the instructions of the Head of State on the development of seed production in the country, a comprehensive plan for 2024-2028 has been approved. According to the plan, it is planned to increase the share of elite seeds of agricultural crops in the regions. For this purpose, it is necessary to organize work on the creation of seed production entities on the basis of leading farms in the grain-growing districts of the region: Aiteke-bi, Kargaly, Martok, Khromtau districts.Using the existing subsidy mechanism, it was proposed to increase the volume of subsidized sowing for elite seeds from 15 to 30%, and for first-reproduction seeds from 20 to 40%. This, in turn, will stimulate increased seed production and increase the availability of high-quality seeds for farms.The regional akim instructed to accelerate preparations for the sowing campaign and carry out all necessary work within the established deadlines. They were also instructed to organize the creation of seed production entities on the basis of leading farms in the four agricultural districts mentioned above.“All preparatory work must be completed on time, and we must provide agricultural producers with the necessary resources, including seeds, equipment, and fuel. "We need to deal with the issue of seed collection. It is necessary to plan the fund accurately. District akims should work out the issue of expanding the areas for planting potatoes and vegetables, attracting farms, and especially using irrigated lands. This is an important step to increase the productivity of the region and ensure food security," Askhat Shakharov noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/935135

An extended board meeting of the education department was held in Kostanay region, where the results of work for 2024 were summed up and key development areas for 2025 were outlined. Particular attention was paid to improving the quality of education, building new schools and kindergartens, ensuring safety and training in-demand specialists.The President of the country has repeatedly emphasized the importance of creating equal opportunities for obtaining a quality education, regardless of place of residence. Large-scale work is being carried out in this direction in the region.Financing and modernization of the education systemThe budget for the education sector of Kostanay region has increased by 23% over the past two years and exceeded 218 billion tenge in 2025. Significant funds are being spent on updating the material and technical base of educational institutions. Last year, 1.5 billion tenge were allocated for these purposes, which made it possible to equip schools with modern equipment, including 59 specialized classrooms (chemistry, physics, biology) and STEAM laboratories.An important step was to increase the speed of the Internet connection in educational institutions. Today, all schools in the region are provided with high-quality Internet, and its speed has increased from 5-10 Mbit/s to 70-100 Mbit/s in two years.Construction of schools and kindergartensWork on the construction of new schools continues. In 2025, two schools have already been opened in the Aeroport and Bereke microdistricts, and by the end of the year, it is planned to commission 5 more educational institutions, including 3 in rural areas (Auliekolsky, Kostanay and Dzhangeldinsky districts).At the same time, the issue of accessibility of preschool education is being addressed. Over the past two years, the queue for kindergartens has been reduced by 2 times - from more than 5,000 to 2,700 children. In 2024, 7 new kindergartens for 1,000 children were opened in the region, and construction of two more facilities is ongoing - in the Aeroport microdistrict and in the city of Rudny.Safety in schoolsOne of the priorities remains ensuring the safety of educational institutions. In 2025, more than 3 billion tenge was allocated for these purposes. As a result, all schools in the region will be equipped with licensed security, turnstiles and CCTV cameras.Also, over the past two years, in order to improve the comfort and safety of students, 35 boiler houses have been moved outside of school buildings.Training of in-demand specialists2025 has been declared the Year of Working Professions in Kazakhstan, which makes vocational education issues especially relevant. The region is actively working to modernize colleges and train personnel taking into account market needs.Kostanay region is one of the leading industrial and agricultural regions of the country. In the coming years, large investment projects will be implemented in industry and the agro-industrial complex, which will create thousands of new jobs. In 2025 alone, 7 new projects are planned to be launched in mechanical engineering and metallurgy, which will create more than 3,000 jobs.In order to provide enterprises with qualified personnel, cooperation with businesses has been established - employers take part in the modernization of college educational programs, the opening of new in-demand specialties and practical training of students.Prospects and new challengesWork on the development of education in the Kostanay region continues. Particular attention is paid to improving the infrastructure in rural areas - more than 67 billion tenge are allocated for these purposes in 2025. It is planned to repair 83 access roads and 382 streets in 103 settlements, implement 40 projects to provide high-quality drinking water, as well as install 15,000 street lamps and 4,300 lighting poles.Creating comfortable conditions for learning, supporting teachers and training future specialists are key areas of work in the field of education. All tasks are under constant control, because investments in education are investments in the future of the region and the whole country.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/938540

The Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan continues to develop the updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) until 2035, in line with the country’s commitments under the Paris Agreement. The development of NDC 3.0 is a crucial step towards sustainable development and achieving national climate goals.Today, the Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan held a meeting with representatives of international organizations and the expert community to discuss key aspects of shaping NDC 3.0. The discussion was attended by representatives of NDCP, UNDP, UNITAR, UNICEF, FAO, GIZ, and CCAС, who will provide expert and technical support in drafting the document.The meeting focused on integrating international experience, coordinating actions between national and international experts, and implementing modern analytical tools. Specifically, the development of NDC 3.0 will be based on the LEAP (Long-range Energy Alternatives Planning System) model, which will enable a detailed analysis of Kazakhstan’s low-carbon development scenarios and the formulation of the most effective measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.The Ministry emphasized that the development process of NDC 3.0 will be carried out in close collaboration with key stakeholders, including government agencies, the business community, the scientific sector, and civil society. This approach will ensure transparency and alignment with national sustainable development priorities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/938815

An interesting ecological relay race “This is a wonderful world” was held in the gymnasium of the BEST gymnasium in Petropavlovsk. The event was held within the framework of the “Clean Kazakhstan” program initiated by the Head of State and brought together many participants, from students and trainees of the Kyokushinkai Karate Club to volunteers and representatives of youth organizations.The event was organized by the Youth Resource Center of Petropavlovsk. The competition is aimed at developing an ecological culture among young people, forming environmentally responsible behavior and promoting the values ​​of a healthy lifestyle.The goal of the event was to increase the level of environmental activity of young people and city residents, as well as develop team spirit and responsibility for the state of the environment. The program includes several eco-activities: collecting puzzles with images of nature, a garbage disposal relay race, and a competition for creating and presenting handmade ECO-clothes. These tasks allowed the participants not only to demonstrate their environmental awareness, but also to engage in creative activities in nature protection."This relay race is not just a competition, but part of a long-term work on environmental education of young people, which is actively supported by the initiative of the head of state within the framework of the "Clean Kazakhstan" program. We are trying to instill in young people an ecological culture, teach them to take care of our nature and respect the world around them. Through such events, we form not only knowledge, but also specific practical skills that will help them act in everyday life. For example, garbage disposal, waste sorting are important topics not only for our city, but for the whole country," said Damir Abdin, head of the Youth Resource Center of Petropavlovsk.Special attention was paid to the audience. Between the competitions, they enjoyed the musical and acrobatic number presented by the gymnasts, adding bright colors to the festive atmosphere.At the end of the event, the participants were awarded with certificates and prizes, and the audience was rewarded with positive energy and inspired for further actions to protect nature.“I have always been interested in protecting nature and the environment. When I found out about the event, I decided to definitely take part, because this is not only an opportunity to prove myself, but also an opportunity to learn something new. It is important for us all to understand how important it is to take care of nature, and I am glad that I can be a part of such an event,” shared Radmir Mukashev, a pupil of the QaganAcademySKO sports club and a participant in the ecological relay race.This ecological relay race was an important step towards forming a respectful attitude towards the surrounding world among young people. Such events contribute to the unity of people and strengthening of community spirit, and also remind to take care of our planet.As part of the republican program "Clean Kazakhstan", various environmental events were held in all districts of the region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/938370

Work on strengthening the embankment as part of anti-flood measures was carried out near the village of Petropavl, Kargaly district. The head of the region got acquainted with the progress of the work during his visit to the Kargaly district. The village of Petropavl is located on the banks of the Zhaksy Kargaly River. There is also dam No. 2 one kilometer from the settlement. In order to prevent flooding during floods, work on strengthening the embankment was carried out 2,500 meters from the village. The akim of the Zheltau rural district Azamat Rzagulov said that more than 2.5 thousand people live in Petropavl, there are more than 60 houses. Last spring, the water level in the river rose, but no water entered the village. In the summer, water diversion works were carried out, and a dense mound of soil 1.5 meters high and 3 meters wide was built. The work has been completed. In addition, the riverbed was cleaned. It is planned to build a five-kilometer canal from the river to fill the dam with water. Askhat Shakharov instructed to prepare flood-fighting equipment, bags and sand. The akim also met with local residents. They expressed their gratitude for the work done in the village of Zhezdybay this summer and the new road built. "We are building access roads to settlements throughout the region. In the future, we will repair the republican highway near Petropavlovsk. The village has great potential. First of all, its proximity to the regional center is advantageous. The village is expanding, new houses are being built. There is the necessary infrastructure here. Now, as part of flood preparedness, we are carrying out work to strengthen the coast throughout the region, repair dams, and clean riverbeds. All measures are being taken to reduce the risk of flooding and ensure the safety of residents," the akim concluded.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/938554

At the IX Asian Winter Games, which are being held in Harbin, China, Kazakhstan won its 4th gold medal. The men's hockey team of our country defeated Japan in the final with a clear advantage. Score: 5-0.Scorers:Andrey Buyalsky (17 minutes, 34 seconds)Dmitry Breus (21:02)Roman Starchenko (37:59)Kirill Panyukov (42:24)Kirill Panyukov (44:23)Roman Starchenko and Kirill Panyukov became the top scorers of the competition in Harbin (9 goals each).Oleg Bolyakin's team won all matches at the IX Winter Games. In the group stage, they defeated China (6-1), Japan, Chinese Taipei and South Korea, in the quarterfinals, Hong Kong of China, and in the semifinals, China again.It should be noted that the bronze medal in the men's category went to South Korea. Photo: Nurgali ZHUMAGAZYSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/938287

“At the Winter Asian Games in Harbin, China, the Kazakhstani men's hockey team made a splash, winning the country's fourth gold medal. In the final match, our compatriots defeated our fiercest rival in Asia - the Japanese hockey team. Our hockey players have been showing excellent results at the Asian Games. Our hockey players have been showing high results at every Asian Games. This year, the same tradition continues, and the team has once again proven its strength. I sincerely congratulate our hockey players on another jubilee victory!”, said Erbol Myrzabosynov.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/938313

AMANZHOLOV UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR DEVELOPS DOMESTIC TOURISM THROUGH GAZ-TECHNOLOGIESAssociate Professor of the Department of Ecology and Geography, PhD Dr. Nazgul Zhensikbayeva is studying the preservation of the ecosystem of natural and historical and cultural objects using geoinformation technologies. Its main goal is to develop tourism by creating a unified list of sacred places in East Kazakhstan.Recently, the scientist's author's project won grant funding from the Science Committee of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Now Nazgul Zhensikbayeva has the opportunity to quickly and qualitatively implement her idea, which will allow identifying natural, architectural, historical and cultural monuments, increasing tourist attractiveness and protecting the ecosystem.- I plan to provide information about new or little-studied tourist attractions of our region using GIS technologies. For example, the geological monument Kiyn-Kerish, the village of Kalguty, the ancient Turkic Balbal stone, unique religious and ritual stones, etc. I plan to collect archival photos and video materials and upload them to a special web resource for Kazakhstanis and foreigners, - said the professor.According to him, the electronic guidebook will include various monographs, encyclopedias, and digital maps. This will have a positive impact on the recognition of Kazakhstan at the global level and will allow monitoring the state of sacred places and their ecosystems.Currently, the author of the project has compiled cartographic collections of Southern Altai and developed tourist routes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/938286