The Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan is constantly working to expand the geography of flights and increase the number of flights on existing routes.Thus, in order to develop tourism, from April 20 of this year, Air Astana will open flights to India on the Almaty-Mumbai route. Flights will be operated three times a week on Airbus aircraft. Thus, passenger flights between the countries will increase to 21 per week on 4 routes of 3 airlines.Reference:Currently, regular air services are operated on the Almaty-Delhi (Air Astana and IndiGo airlines operate 7 flights per week), Almaty-Goa (SCAT - 2 flights) and Astana-Goa (Fly Arystan - 2 flights).The opening of air services will contribute to the further development of trade, economic, business and tourism cooperation between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/926572

“The agro-industrial complex should become one of the main driving forces in the economy. Both business and the state are interested in this. This is important, first of all, from the point of view of ensuring food security. The livelihood of rural people is also directly related to this sector,” - President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.In 2024, on the instructions of the Head of State, the issue of annual insufficient financing of the sector was resolved.Significant funds were allocated for spring sowing, harvesting and leasing of agricultural machinery. For the first time, the volume of preferential lending was increased to 580 billion tenge at 5% per annum, while in previous years this volume did not exceed 160 billion tenge. The measures taken allowed farmers to carry out all necessary agrotechnical measures in full. The share of elite seeds used increased from 7.1% to 9%.90% of borrowers are small and medium-sized farms. They received the necessary resources for development.As a result, in 2024, Kazakhstan harvested 26.7 million tons of grain and leguminous crops for the first time in 13 years. The growth in crop production by 21.1% and livestock production by 3.2% contributed to an increase in gross agricultural output by 13.7%, amounting to 8.3 trillion tenge.Today, Kazakhstan's agro-industrial complex employs more than 1.1 million people. This directly affects the financial well-being of more than 4 million citizens. Agriculture is becoming not only an important economic sector, but also a key factor in social stability.“Kazakhstan's strategic goal is to become one of the main agricultural centers on the Eurasian continent. "To achieve this goal, first of all, we need to move to a high level of product processing," - President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.According to the results of 2024, domestic food production amounted to 3.2 trillion tenge, with a real volume index of 102.9%.The share of processed agricultural products amounted to 40%. In order to fulfill the task of the Head of State to increase the share of processed agricultural products to 70%, a comprehensive plan for the development of agricultural product processing until 2028 was approved. Within its framework, 286 projects worth 279.6 billion tenge were commissioned in 2024. Including the production of vegetable oil and flour, it will allow not only to satisfy domestic demand, but also to increase export potential.The comprehensive plan is aimed at providing processing enterprises with affordable raw materials and providing soft loans. This, in turn, will contribute to economic growth and improve the social situation of the population.As a result of the measures taken in 2023, the domestic market was 100% supplied with 11 types of goods (wheat flour, salt, bread, rice, pasta, sunflower oil, potatoes, lamb, beef, carrots, cucumbers). And the supply of 13 food products is 80% (chicken eggs, horse meat, tomatoes, milk, buckwheat groats, cabbage, peppers, onions, table beets, fermented milk products, oil, apples).In order to reduce dependence on imports, it is planned to implement 570 projects worth a total of 2.1 trillion tenge by 2027. This provides additional opportunities for improving social infrastructure in villages and raising living standards.In particular, 105 projects for 152.1 billion tenge are planned in the livestock sector, 101 projects for the construction of dairy farms for 263 billion tenge, 31 projects for 397.7 billion tenge in poultry farming, and 108 projects for 582.6 billion tenge in processing.Attracting investments in the agricultural sector will contribute to economic growth and stimulate the development of infrastructure in rural areas.Increasing grain production and export will increase the income of representatives of the agricultural sector.Within the framework of the Head of State's instructions to strengthen the export potential of agriculture, work is continuing to preserve traditional sales markets and diversify exports.Kazakhstan is the largest exporter of grain in the region and annually exports about 8-9 million tons of grain. Of which, 6.5-7.5 million tons are wheat. In 2024, 8.1 million tons were exported.Traditional markets such as Central Asian countries, Afghanistan, China, Turkey, Iran, Italy, a total of 24 countries. Shipments to Iran and Azerbaijan have been activated.One of the important steps of state policy is the “Rural Trust” program. The program is designed to raise the standard of living of rural residents and has a general social multiplier effect: each new agricultural project creates new jobs in the countryside, contributing to reducing unemployment.More than 16.4 thousand jobs have been created within the framework of the program since 2023.In 2024, 580 microloans were issued for 6.5 billion tenge, creating 744 new jobs. 145 agricultural cooperatives were financed for 3.6 billion tenge.Food security and grain productivity have a multiplier effect on the economy and well-being of the people of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/926439

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The "Voice of the Fatherland" military-patriotic song competition was held in Almaty with the participation of pupils of military-patriotic clubs, schoolchildren and college students.The event was organized by the city training and practical center. The participants of the competition, organized by the Almaty city education department, the "Young Soldier" republican children's and youth movement and the National Military-Patriotic Center of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan, were evaluated for their performance skills, artistic skills, acting and choreographic skills, originality of the composition and stage costumes. Special attention was paid to the author's song.The distinguished jury was headed by the grandson of the legendary division commander, Major General Ivan Panfilov, Deputy Head of the National Military-Patriotic Center - Deputy Head of the Military-Patriotic Department. Historical values ​​of the Museum of Military Glory of Almaty, Alua Baikadamova.The grand prize winner was Yulia Max from gymnasium No. 27. She was awarded a cash prize, a cup and a gift certificate for 10 vocal lessons by the coaches of the X-Factor show Beka Oralbekov and Gulzhan Ospanova. The first place was taken by Aluanay Sapi from the same gymnasium. The second place went to Timur Kirilov, a student of school-gymnasium No. 118, and the third place was taken by Alsu Alukhanova, a student of school-gymnasium No. 78. The winners of the competition received "Voice of the Motherland" statuettes and certificates of vocal training.The Otan Dausy festival was a bright event aimed at instilling a sense of patriotism in the younger generation, preserving historical memory and supporting young talents. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/926485

The Center for Training Specialists and Combat Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles of the Air Defense Forces of the Republic of Kazakhstan has trained military personnel of the Armed Forces, as well as employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Guard. The use of drones is becoming an integral part of the work of all security agencies. The ability to quickly and competently solve problems in conditions of limited resources and time can be the key to their successful completion. The knowledge that specialists receive during training will be the key to increasing the effectiveness of various operations using unmanned aerial vehicle systems.- After training, specialists will be able to control flights of unmanned aerial vehicles, as well as plan their use. in various fields - from law enforcement agencies to ensuring rapid response in emergency situations, "- noted the head of the Center for Training Specialists and Combat Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, Colonel Shokhan Musabekov. - This is another step towards increasing the combat and operational readiness of Kazakhstan's military structures.The training course included a set of theoretical and practical lessons on organizing and controlling the flight of unmanned aerial vehicles in difficult conditions and outside airfields. - The training provides a unique opportunity to improve skills in working with drones and learn how to quickly use them in various situations. The knowledge we have gained will expand the scope of our professional activities," said Lieutenant Colonel Yerlan Suykimbayev, an officer of the Air Force Combat Training Department. The new qualifications of the specialists were confirmed by certificates issued after the students passed tests in accordance with the training program.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mod/press/news/details/926494

It gives impetus to the development of the processing industry, the social sphere, international trade, and the production of agricultural machinery.The state continues to work to ensure the country's food security, increase labor productivity, and increase the competitiveness of domestic products in international markets.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/925673

In accordance with the concept of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev “A State that Listens to the Voice of the People”, personal receptions of residents of the Turkestan region are regularly held.The head of the Turkestan region akim’s office, Yerkebulan Daulbayev, personally received residents of the region at the “Open Akimat” office and listened to their requests. Together with the responsible persons, they considered ways to resolve the issues.Citizens who came to the reception raised housing and work issues. For example, a citizen who raised the issue of privatization of official housing was explained that there is an opportunity to privatize housing in accordance with the requirements of the law. In addition, a mother with many children asked to consider changing her place of work and changing her working hours. The citizen was reminded that working hours will not be reduced in accordance with the employment contract. In addition, his request for a job change was granted.Erkebulan Daulbayev instructed the responsible persons not to ignore the suggestions and opinions of residents, and noted that the optimal resolution of the issues raised would be under strict control.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/925893

Diapers "Altyn bala", "Oh,Diapers" produced in the Sairam district of the Turkestan region have been launched on the Latvian market.Bayansulu Orazalieva, founder of the domestic diaper manufacturing company "Capable group", met with the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Latvia Dauren Karipov and discussed the issue of increasing the potential of domestic production. The ambassador noted that it is a matter of pride that Kazakhstani products have entered the European market and expressed his support for them to take their place in the market.The public association "Capable group society of disabled people" is the first and only enterprise in our country that produces disposable diapers for children. Currently, the production facility employs 100 people. A feature is that 60 percent of the workers are disabled people.The diaper manufacturing company, which has its own place in the CIS countries, offers high-quality and affordable products to consumers in our country and abroad. The products of the facility are manufactured using Japanese technology, in accordance with European standards and are fully certified. Modern technologies allow the production of more than 1,000 diapers per minute. The plant is also fully automated. In addition, a Siemens automation system has been installed.Press service of the governor of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/926322

An expanded meeting of the Government was held under the chairmanship of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, members of the Government, the Chairman of the National Bank, akims of the regions and the cities of Astana, Almaty and Shymkent, heads of central state bodies and national companies.During the meeting, the Head of State outlined the main areas of the Government's work. In particular, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev focused on specific tasks and plans for diversifying the economy, raising infrastructure development to a new level, comprehensively introducing digital technology, developing energy and creating a nuclear cluster, increasing the potential of the agro-industrial complex, reforming tax and budget policy, providing financial sources for important projects, as well as regulating social support, and further developing the healthcare, education and science sectors.According to the President, the entire state apparatus must work effectively to implement the tasks set.– There are many challenges in the new era. To overcome it, we need an appropriate strategy. I have already spoken about the specific direction of reforms and ways to implement them. The government must make complex decisions to save the country's economy from stagnation and ensure sustainable development, and most importantly, implement them. This is the work of highly qualified civil servants who are ready to take responsibility. If we look at world experience, the effectiveness of the state apparatus is clearly visible in such difficult times. The government, no matter how difficult it is, must move to massive savings and spend budget funds only on solving the most urgent problems. It is time to step up. We need to stop unnecessary spending and pull ourselves together, - said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.At the meeting, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reported on the socio-economic development of the country in the past period and the Government's plans for this year. Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin presented the principles for reforming the country's fiscal system, that is, the tax and budget sectors. The Chairman of the National Bank, Timur Suleimenov, spoke on issues related to monetary policy. Nurlan Zhakypov, Chairman of the Board of the Samruk-Kazyna Fund, reported on the activities of the Fund.In addition, the Mayor of Astana, Zhenis Kasymbek, the Mayor of Shymkent, Gabit Syzdykbekov, and the Mayor of Kyzylorda Region, Nurlybek Nalibayev, made reports.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/926326

Today, the deputy akim of the region, Yertai Altayev, personally received the residents of the region. In accordance with the concept of "A state that listens to the voice of the people" and the principle of openness, the meeting raised topical issues from the residents.The citizens who signed up for the reception of the deputy akim of the region raised the issues of building a culture house and a sports complex, building a youth park and erecting a monument, and made proposals for financing. In addition, the issues of holding an evening dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the aitysker poet Aselkhan Kalybekova and supporting non-governmental organizations were raised. A proposal was also made to glorify Kenesary Khan to the younger generation.The general reception was attended by responsible persons and the optimal resolution of the applications was considered.Yertai Kenzhebekovich, who carefully listened to the applications and suggestions of the citizens who came to the "Open Akim" office, said that each issue would be considered within the framework of the law, the proposals and applications would be entered into the minutes, and appropriate work would be carried out. They were also explained the procedure and legality of resolving problems.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/926331

An expanded board meeting of the Regional Education Department was held in Turkestan. The agenda of the meeting included a summary of the second half of the 2024-2025 academic year and a report on the work done. In his Address to the People of Kazakhstan, the Head of State gave an instruction to modernize 1,300 schools throughout the republic. A list of 115 schools from the region was drawn up for the school modernization project and approved by the regional akim.In accordance with the task, a plan was discussed for 2025-2027 to carry out major repairs and current repairs to the buildings of 115 schools, equipping the canteen, library, gym, providing security systems, furnishing classrooms, and equipping schools with study rooms.The important meeting was attended by representatives of the education sector, responsible heads, deputy akims of districts and cities, and college directors. Deputy Akim of the region Beisenbai Tazhibayev listened to the reports of the heads of the sector and gave relevant instructions.- The state provides great support to the education sector. Akim of the region Nuralkhan Oralbayuly instructed to systematize work in this area and continue important work. Last year, intensive work was carried out to improve the education infrastructure in the region. A number of urgent issues were resolved. Last year, the construction of 50 schools was launched, 26 of which were commissioned. Relevant work is also underway to improve the qualifications of our teachers. Last year, inspections were carried out to eliminate corruption and other shortcomings in the education sector. We will not stop working to improve the quality of education. At today's board meeting, urgent issues in the sector were identified and solutions were proposed. We must all work together in this direction, - said Beisenbai Tazhibayev, instructing to qualitatively implement projects and work within the framework of the "Year of Worker Professions".Acting Head of the Regional Education Department Zhandos Makhanbetov reported on the work done in the sector. At the same time, the speakers spoke about the construction of educational facilities and explained the situation with the transition of institutions to natural gas. The modernization of children's camps and the quality of summer vacations were also discussed.One of the pressing issues in society is improving the quality of education. At the collegial meeting, the quality of education between rural and urban schools was compared, and the level of education in educational institutions in each district was analyzed. At the same time, the issue of opening new specialties in the field of technical and vocational education was raised. Recommendations and instructions were included in the minutes, and a collegial resolution was adopted.The work on transferring kindergartens in the region to the voucher financing system will continue. Kindergartens will be monitored. By the Resolution of the regional akim, the municipal institution "Psychological Support Center of the Turkestan Region" of the Education Department of the Turkestan Region was established.Monitoring work was carried out in technical and vocational, post-secondary educational institutions in the Turkestan Region. The monitoring results identified a number of important issues. These issues indicate the need to ensure the quality of education of students, effectively organize the educational process, and improve the material and technical base. During the meeting, these problems were also resolved.The agenda included a report on the action plan for holding the "Year of Workers' Professions" in the Turkestan region. The task was to implement projects that are beneficial to society, not for the sake of profit. The regional plan approved by the regional akim on December 6, 2024, included 60 measures. Currently, this plan is being supplemented. Work has begun to improve the system of training workers in the region.It should be noted that 554,654 students are studying in 1,084 secondary educational institutions in the Turkestan region. On the instructions of the akim of the Turkestan region, work is being carried out to regulate, restore and modernize dilapidated educational institutions.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/926372

In Astana, an agreement was signed between the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representatives of the Alarko Holding company, and the Shymkent city administration on attracting investments with Alsera KZ LLP. This is being implemented within the framework of the project “Construction and operation of a greenhouse complex in Kazakhstan”.The negotiations were also attended by the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Kazakhstan Mustafa Kapucu, representatives of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Kazakh Invest NC.“The Head of State has repeatedly stressed the importance of attracting investments in the agricultural sector. Turkey is one of the main partners of Kazakhstan in the agro-industrial complex. To date, a number of large joint projects have been implemented on product processing and the introduction of advanced technologies. Turkish companies are actively investing in grain processing, the meat and dairy industry, the development of greenhouse farming, and irrigation systems.We have signed an investment agreement with Alsera KZ. "The long-term commitments stipulated in the agreement will ensure the sustainability of the project for 25 years," noted the Minister of Agriculture Aidarbek Saparov.The Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan began joint work with the Turkish investor, the parent company "Alarko Holding" in August 2023 by signing a Memorandum of Cooperation and a Roadmap. A memorandum was also signed between the Shymkent city administration and the company.The contract provides for cooperation in the implementation of the project for the construction and operation of a greenhouse complex in Shymkent.The complex is capable of growing 155 thousand tons of tomatoes per year. The implementation of the project will consist of two stages and is planned to be put into operation in 2028. As a result, up to 5,000 jobs will be created.The total cost of the project is 650 million US dollars. The financing is 100 percent at the expense of the foreign investor.The state will provide comprehensive support measures to investors through tax preferences and the development of the necessary infrastructure.The minister also noted the social focus of the project. The investor plans to develop social infrastructure, build playgrounds, kindergartens, and start landscaping the territories."This project will be a vivid example of effective cooperation. It will also open up new horizons for attracting further investment in the agro-industrial complex. Cooperation will open the way for the exchange of experience, technologies, and increased trade in the agricultural sector. I am confident that joint efforts will contribute to increasing food security and the competitiveness of agricultural products of both countries," the minister noted.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/926408

Today, the IV meeting of the Interparliamentary Commission on Cooperation between the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan was held in Shymkent. The meeting of the Commission was attended by Deputy Chairman of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Co-Chairman of the Commission Zhakyp Kazhmanuly Asanov, Deputy Chairman of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Co-Chairman of the Commission Sodik Solikhuly Safoev, deputies of the Republics of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, representatives of the ministry.Opening the work of the Commission, Zhakyp Kazhmanuly noted that the ties between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan based on friendship and good neighborliness have allowed for the establishment of a constructive and trusting dialogue. He noted that trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation between the two countries is currently strengthening, and the Commission's contribution to this has been made. The commission meeting also considered the work of the "Central Asia" International Industrial Cooperation Center, which began in 2023, and the issue of attracting investors to industrial zones being built by the two countries.In addition, the draft Roadmap for the development of cooperation between the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan for 2025-2026, as well as issues to be considered at the 5th meeting of the commission on cooperation between the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Senate of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, were comprehensively reviewed and discussed. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/926409

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Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan M. Oshurbbayev held a meeting with ADB representatives as part of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) advisory mission to Kazakhstan.During the meeting, the main aspects of cooperation within the framework of the Glaciers to Farms (G2F) project were discussed.Recall that at COP29, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, the Asian Development Bank, the Green Climate Fund, signed a Declaration on Partnership on Glaciers and Transboundary Cooperation.For example, on January 30-31, 2025, a seminar will be held in Astana to discuss financing mechanisms, criteria for selecting priority investments, and the introduction of innovative approaches to natural resource management. Representatives of government agencies, international organizations, scientific groups and other stakeholders are expected to participate.The seminar will provide a platform for participants to exchange experiences, discuss innovative solutions and develop joint actions aimed at improving environmental sustainability. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/926191

The first meeting of the Joint Committee of the JCM (Joint Crediting Mechanism) between Kazakhstan and Japan was held today. This historic event is an important milestone in the development of bilateral cooperation against climate change.The meeting was attended by the Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerlan Nysanbayev, as well as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yasumasa Iijima, and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Alibek Bakayev.The Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) is an instrument provided for in Article 6 of the Paris Agreement, which is aimed at reducing the carbon footprint and promoting sustainable development through the exchange of advanced technologies and joint projects.In 2023, Kazakhstan and Japan signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the JCM, which opened up new opportunities for Kazakhstani enterprises to attract investments and introduce modern Japanese technologies.The meeting presented the main results of preparations for the implementation of the JCM, including:• Approval of the Co-Chairs of the JCM Joint Committee,• Approval of the Rules and Guidelines,• Approval of the Secretariat and Observers of the JCM Joint Committee.The participants also discussed promising projects in the field of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as well as the procedure for issuing carbon credits within the framework of the JCM mechanism.The Joint Committee confirmed its readiness to further cooperate and implement projects. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/926218

An expanded meeting of the Government was held under the chairmanship of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. During the meeting, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reported to the Head of State on the main results of the Government's work in 2024.The Prime Minister informed the President about the growth rate of the Kazakh economy. Last year, this indicator amounted to 4.8%. High momentum was achieved in agriculture - 13.7%, in construction - 13.1%, in trade - 9.1%, in transport - 8.5%. The volume of the manufacturing industry increased by 5.9%. At the same time, the most rapid growth in the last 10 years was recorded in the agricultural sector and the manufacturing sector.In addition, oil production decreased by 2.4 million tons, which had a negative impact on the growth rate of GDP. This was largely due to the country's commitments within OPEC+ and major overhauls at large fields.Behind the statistical indicators of economic growth by sector, there are real results. For example, 29 large factories have been built in Kazakhstan, including cast iron in the Kostanay region; tungsten and thermal insulation materials in the Almaty region, precious metals processing in Shymkent; cathode copper, automobile tires and household appliances in the Karaganda region, and other enterprises. The launch of modern production in the city of Saran allowed it to move out of the category of mono-cities.Agricultural producers harvested more than 26 million tons of grain and more than 3 million tons of oilseeds in 2024. 4 million tons of grain were exported. Farmers were fully provided with irrigation water. At the same time, 2 billion 600 million m3 of water was released into the Aral Sea, which is significantly higher than in previous years. The modernization of 80 water channels with a total length of more than 400 kilometers has been completed. The area of ​​crops covered by water-saving technologies has increased by 1.5 times and amounted to 470 thousand hectares.There are also tangible results in the construction sector. In particular, for the first time in the country, 19 million square meters of housing were built. 397 healthcare facilities and 298 educational facilities were built. 40 student dormitories for 11 thousand places were put into operation. 12 thousand kilometers of highways and 2.8 thousand kilometers of railways were repaired. 3 new terminals were put into operation at the airports of Almaty, Kyzylorda and Shymkent. In general, last year the volume of cargo transportation increased by 10% and reached about 1 billion tons.Special attention was paid to the housing and communal services sector. Last year, more than 300 thousand additional people were provided with gas, and more than 200 thousand people were connected to the central water system. 542 kilometers of heating networks and 55 heat sources were modernized, and 6.5 thousand kilometers of engineering networks were repaired. Additional sources of electricity generation with a total capacity of more than 700 MW were put into operation.The Investment Headquarters quickly resolved pending issues on 115 projects worth a total of $50 billion. Despite bureaucratic problems, decisions are being made that will allow the timely launch of projects necessary for our country. The Investment Headquarters is developing legislative amendments based on specific cases to improve the business climate. Currently, work is underway on 97 amendments.In general, according to the results of last year by region, the highest economic growth was recorded in North Kazakhstan, Karaganda, Turkestan, Kyzylorda regions and the cities of Astana and Shymkent. Low dynamics of key indicators was formed in Ulytau, Atyrau, West Kazakhstan, Zhambyl regions.“The government continues to implement the strategic objectives set out in the pre-election platform, addresses and other program documents of the Head of State. Ensuring high-quality economic growth and improving the well-being of our citizens remain our priorities,” Olzhas Bektenov noted.primeminister.kz Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/925927

On the Karaganda-Astana highway, as on other republican expressways, road signs will be installed that change the permitted speed in adverse weather conditions. According to the new rules, in case of poor visibility or icy conditions, drivers are required to reduce the speed to 60 kilometers per hour.This measure is aimed at reducing the risk of road accidents and preventing emergency situations.- A special speed regime will be introduced on roads of republican significance in adverse weather conditions, - noted the deputy head of the administrative police department, Lieutenant Colonel Elzhas Zhartybayev. - The speed regime and average speed will be combined with surveillance cameras to record speed limit violations.Under normal conditions, the maximum speed on the highway in good weather conditions remains the same - 140 km/h.As for the average speed, the police department explained that it is calculated by dividing the distance traveled by the time interval. On straight sections of the road, the increase in this indicator will be recorded by automatic registration systems. They are currently installed on 13 highways of the republic in a test mode. Fines for violation of the rules range from 5 to 40 MCI.So far, such violations have not been registered in the region, because the necessary equipment has not yet been installed.What else you need to know about the changes in the legislation was reported at a briefing held at the Regional Communications Service. The classification of administrative responsibility for amateurs has changed.- Article 592 of the Road Traffic Code has been supplemented with paragraphs 3-1 and 5, - Elzhas Zhartybayev clarified. - If earlier the maximum speed limit was 40 km/h and above, and there was only one fine for it, now a driver who increased the speed in the range of 40–60 km/h will pay 20 MCI (78,640 tenge). And for exceeding 60 kilometers per hour, the law provides for a fine of 40 MCI (157,280 tenge). If this amount is exceeded again, the fine will increase to 60 MCI (235,920 tenge).This innovation was introduced taking into account the analysis of road accidents, where every third person dies due to speeding on suburban roads.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/926028

In the Saran reservoir in the Abay district, measures were taken to prevent fish mortality: holes were drilled, reed mats were laid, and water was aerated using pumps to provide oxygen to the reservoir. More than 20 people participated in the work, as well as five units of equipment.In winter, insufficient oxygen and light enter the water from a thick layer of ice and snow, so the risk of fish mortality is high. To prevent this, specialists from the Nura-Sarysu Interregional Basin Fisheries Inspectorate, together with the Karaganda region's Department of Natural Resources and Nature Management, are constantly carrying out fish rescue operations.Measures to prevent fish mortality will continue in other reservoirs of the region until the end of March.There are a total of 179 local and two republican reservoirs in the Karaganda region. Of these, 104 reservoirs are assigned to nature users, who independently carry out preventive work. The remaining 75 reservoirs are included in the reserve fund, which is supervised by department specialists and fishery inspectors.According to information from the Nura-Sarysu Interregional Basin Fisheries Inspectorate Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/926104

An expanded meeting of the Government was held under the chairmanship of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The meeting was attended by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, members of the Government, the Chairman of the National Bank, akims of the regions and the cities of Astana, Almaty and Shymkent, heads of central state bodies and national companies.During the meeting, the Head of State outlined the main areas of the Government's work. In particular, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev focused on specific tasks and plans for diversifying the economy, raising infrastructure development to a new level, comprehensively introducing digital technology, developing energy and creating a nuclear cluster, increasing the potential of the agro-industrial complex, reforming tax and budget policy, providing financial sources for important projects, as well as regulating social support, and further developing the healthcare, education and science sectors.According to the President, the entire state apparatus must work effectively to implement the tasks set.– There are many challenges in the new era. To overcome it, we need an appropriate strategy. I have already spoken about the specific direction of reforms and ways to implement them. The government must make complex decisions to save the country's economy from stagnation and ensure sustainable development, and most importantly, implement them. This is the work of highly qualified civil servants who are ready to take responsibility. If we look at world experience, the effectiveness of the state apparatus is clearly visible in such difficult times. The government, no matter how difficult it is, must move to massive savings and spend budget funds only on solving the most urgent problems. It is time to step up. We need to stop unnecessary spending and pull ourselves together, - said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.At the meeting, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov reported on the socio-economic development of the country in the past period and the Government's plans for this year. Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of National Economy Serik Zhumangarin presented the principles for reforming the country's fiscal system, that is, the tax and budget sectors. The Chairman of the National Bank Timur Suleimenov spoke on issues related to monetary policy. Nurlan Zhakypov, Chairman of the Board of the Samruk-Kazyna Fund, reported on the activities of the Fund.In addition, the Akim of Astana Zhenis Kasymbek, the Akim of Shymkent Gabit Syzdykbekov, and the Akim of Kyzylorda Region Nurlybek Nalibayev made reports.akorda.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/926210