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

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Kasym-Jomart Tokayev:"Today, at an expanded meeting of the Government, we will address very relevant issues. The reason is well known to all of us. The world is currently undergoing fundamental changes. It is clear that global processes, first of all, will affect the economic situation in our country.The era of mass digitalization, that is, a new technological stage, has begun. The whole world lives in completely different conditions. We must be ready for it. We must keep up with the new technological situation. This is a very important factor that will increase the competitiveness of our country and pave the way for its sustainable development.We will first assess the effectiveness of the work of the government and akims based on economic development indicators and the quality of life of citizens. What was the result of this work last year? Have the main tasks been accomplished? Today, we will focus on these questions and discuss urgent issues that need to be resolved in the near future."Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/925941

President:"Although the situation abroad is difficult, there are good results in our country. The country's economy is growing. But there are still many unresolved problems.The main problem today is the following. Tariff disputes and sanctions confrontations in the world economy have become the norm. The consequences of this process can be devastating.Climate-related positions are also undergoing major changes. In such a situation, it will be necessary to reconsider the methods of developing "green energy". On the one hand, the demand for traditional energy sources will remain. On the other hand, this will lead to instability in the prices of oil, gas and coal.Cryptocurrencies and other digital assets have become widely used in the financial sector. The development of artificial intelligence has come to the fore, and in connection with this, competition between technologically advanced giants will intensify. There are many challenges of the new era. We need an appropriate strategy to overcome them" Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/925954

President:“Now let’s focus on the transport and logistics infrastructure. Transit is our huge advantage in international competition for freight transportation. We must use it fully and effectively.It is necessary to accelerate the development of the railway corridor passing through Kazakhstan. This project will be a key part of the Trans-Caspian route. A number of important projects in this direction are currently being implemented. We must take precautions and continue the work without stopping.I instruct to begin construction of a new railway in the “Moyintsy – Kyzylzhar” direction. It is also necessary to modernize the busiest sections of the railway from Kyzylzhar station to the port of Aktau.It is also necessary to expand the “Altynkol – Zhetygen” railway. This will significantly increase the potential of the transport corridor between China and Central Asia. In addition, it is important to complete the projects for digitizing railway transport in a timely manner. It is necessary to pay special attention to the development of multimodal transport hubs. This will create an opportunity to integrate all types of transport. "Large-scale work should be carried out in this direction this year and next year."Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/926039

The head of state declared 2025 the "Year of Working Professions". Various activities are being carried out in the capital in this direction. For example, there is a partnership "ASTANA Yutaria LTD" engaged in garment production located in Industrial Park No. 1 near Astana, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.The garment company is capable of producing 200 thousand pieces of clothing for each profession per year."In addition to classic office models, we sew work clothes for management and workers in production on the occasion of the "Year of Working Professions". More specifically, we have special collections for miners, oil and gas and railway workers, and welders. Some of them are produced in both summer and winter versions," said Dinaysha Bektibaeva, head of the company's production department."The industrial park is the main production site of the capital, which allows you to produce your own products, create permanent jobs, and attract private investment in the development of the city. "The investment portfolio of industrial facilities of Industrial Park No. 1 includes about 121 projects. Of these, 67 projects are fully operational, creating more than 5,347 jobs," says Gulnar Igembayeva, Deputy General Director for Technology and Development. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/925597

Snow removal work continues in the capital. Public utilities are working around the clock, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.On the morning of January 28, 2,603 ​​road workers and 1,647 special equipment were mobilized to clear snow in the capital.On the night of January 28, public utilities removed about 50 thousand cubic meters of snow from the city with 3,809 heavy truck flights.Since the beginning of the winter season, more than 4.18 million cubic meters of snow have been removed from the city to landfills with 329,238 heavy truck flights.First of all, according to the rules, places with the highest traffic intensity are cleared to avoid traffic jams on the roads. Also, areas with medium intensity - squares, areas near train stations, sidewalks, entrances to social facilities, etc. will be cleaned.Cleaning of central streets, places where passenger transport routes pass, stops and sidewalks is also a priority.There are several equipped snow polygons in the city. They are equipped with a system for reading license plates of dump trucks, video surveillance cameras are installed here, and lighting is turned on.We ask residents and guests of the capital to be careful on the roads, follow safety rules, and not go on long trips if there is a storm warning.In case of an emergency, call "112".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/925637

Working young people living in rented housing without the right to purchase in Astana today have the opportunity to participate in the "Youth of the Capital" program, the official website of the city akimat reports.As part of this innovation, age restrictions and requirements for professions have been removed for young people living in rented housing without the right to purchase, and tenants will be evicted after the lease term, that is, 5 years."Now the main condition for them is confirmation of solvency through the bank. If income is insufficient, you can attract joint borrowers. If the main employer in the category of working young people does not have a stable income (for example, on maternity leave or unemployed), the participation of the spouse (if any) is allowed when applying for a loan," the Astana Housing Center reports.Since January 23, employees of "Family Bank" JSC have been advising young people whose lease agreement for housing without the right to purchase expires in March 2025 and conducting a preliminary check of their solvency at the capital's Housing Center. The implementation of the program for this category of youth and further processing of loans under the "Yelorda Zhastary" program will be carried out in the Housing Center of Astana and branches of "Otbasy Bank" JSC in the first decade of February of this year.The requirements of the "Yelorda Zhastary" program for other categories of residents of the capital, depending on the field of activity, will remain unchanged. Young employees of state bodies and private organizations in Astana will be involved in the program.Under the "Yelorda Zhastary" program, young people will be provided with a preferential loan for housing at an annual interest rate of 5 percent. The loan amount, regardless of the term of accumulation, is up to 18 million tenge, subject to the accumulation of a down payment of 10% of the market value of the housing. The loan term is up to 19 years. Young people can purchase an apartment both at the primary and on the market.This year, citizens whose lease terms expire in 2025 will be eligible for the "Yelorda Zhastary" preferential lending program. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/925827

A wreath-laying ceremony was held at the monument to the Hero of the Soviet Union Aliya Moldagulova in the capital, the official website of the Astana akimat reported.This is the beginning of the events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory. First, wreaths were laid at the monument to the Kazakh hero Aliya Moldagulova, and then the military and the public observed a minute of silence in memory of the soldiers who died in the terrible war.Major General Alsai Zhumanov, who participated in the event, noted that the entire population, along with the soldiers, rallied and helped to achieve victory.“Today’s gathering is dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory and the 100th anniversary of the birth of Aliya Moldagulova. I believe that such events will help teach the next generation to respect our heroes and not forget our history,” said the representative of the Department of Defense of Astana, Colonel Gani Artykov, in the reserve. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/925900

The capital city experiences heavy snowfall in winter. It is difficult for elderly people living in their homes on such days. To help them, employees of the Emergency Situations Department, together with the Sarayshyk District Akimat, held a snow-clearing event for pensioners as part of the “Clean Kazakhstan” campaign, the official website of the capital’s Akimat reports.The organizers of the event visited elderly residents of the Sarayshyk District and cleared their yards.“Today, as part of the “Clean Kazakhstan” campaign, the elderly were helped by clearing the yards along Shcherbakty Street. I urge our colleagues from other departments to join the campaign and support elderly citizens,” said Manas Kadyrbayev, deputy chief of fire department No. 23.A resident of the district expressed gratitude to the employees who helped with the snow-clearing. Snow-clearing is not an easy task for elderly people, so they are always happy to receive such help.Recall that in Astana, the “Clean Kazakhstan. A large-scale eco-campaign "Astana - a model of cleanliness and order" is underway. Youth activists, non-governmental organizations, cultural and sports figures are supporting those in need during inclement weather, distributing hot tea and baursak, and shoveling snow. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/925901

Under the agreement between Astana and Seoul, about 100 students have mastered the intricacies of working professions, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.It should be noted that in 2004, a memorandum was signed on the internship of students of the capital's universities and colleges at the Institute of Technology and Education in Seoul, Korea.There, young specialists from our country receive training in the specialties of automatic mechanics, welders, cooks, tailors, and hairdressers, and increase their experience.Over the past 20 years, about 100 students from other countries have crossed the border, mastered the intricacies of working professions in Korea, and received special certificates of completion of the internship.Thanks to the influence of this cooperation, Kazakhstani youth have become excellent specialists, and thanks to the experience they have gained, they are opening and expanding their businesses in our country.The last time, in 2024, three students from a college in our city received training in the "Hairdresser" specialty. Currently, they are working in this field in our country and turning their experience into a source of income.Students are trained in Korea under this program on a competitive basis through interviews. The commission selects worthy participants for this program. The main criteria for competitive selection are fluency in English and Korean, and a desire to work in the chosen specialty in the future.It should be noted that the Seoul City Department of Education provides interns with round-trip tickets, training (textbooks, materials, excursions), accommodation, meals, medical care, and insurance.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/926071

At the initiative of the Astana City Department of Education, an online meeting on security was held in private and public educational institutions of the city, the official website of the capital's akimat reports.The meeting was attended by the first heads of educational institutions, deputy head of the department M. Kairbayeva, as well as representatives of the Police Department, the Emergency Situations Department and the Astana Department of the National Security Committee.Ensuring the safety of students at the required level includes a system of measures taken by authorized bodies.The meeting considered important issues related to ensuring security in various areas:* First actions in the event of a terrorist threat and measures to prevent terrorism;* Explanations on anti-terrorism protection passports;* Obviously false information about an act of terrorism, Article 273 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan;* Issues of ensuring fire safety in educational institutions;* Issues of children's safety on water bodies in winter.As well as measures to improve and strengthen security were discussed, and recommendations for further actions were developed.In order to increase the level of security at educational facilities, the Department will constantly carry out activities aimed at improving and strengthening security in this area.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/926120

This year has been declared the Year of Working Professions in our country. On this occasion, a job fair was held in Astana, the official website of the capital's akimat reported.A job fair was organized by the Almaty district akimat at the Al-Farabi Palace of Students. More than 2,000 vacancies were offered at the fair from 90 organizations in various fields."We are organizing such a fair today in order to eliminate unemployment in society. Right now, industrial enterprises, service companies and educational institutions are presenting their offers here.In addition, representatives of the Joltap program, the Department of Employment and Social Protection, and financial organizations provided information about employment opportunities and social support measures. The fair will continue in the future," said Aibyn Aidynovich, head of the internal policy department of the Almaty district akimat.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/926128

"The next urgent issue is tourism. Tourism should be a sector that gives a new impetus to economic growth. We are lagging behind in this direction, and work is progressing slowly.There are beautiful places in every region of our country. Tourists from abroad and within the country want to visit our unique reserves. But we do not have enough conditions for the development of active and large-scale tourism. Therefore, it is necessary to immediately begin work on building the necessary infrastructure, attracting private investors.We should not be led by those who oppose any initiative to strengthen the investment potential of the tourism industry. You know, such a situation happened in Mangistau with the famous Bozzhyra.The government and local authorities should take more bold measures to improve the business climate. It is not for nothing that I put the issue of attracting investment to the economy at the top of the list. This is also of great strategic importance. The future of our economy and the place of our country on the world map depend, first of all, on this"t.me/aqorda_resmiSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/926353

As part of the "Clean Kazakhstan" program, environmental activities continue in the Akmola region.Ecological issues were discussed at the Kamenka village agrotechnical college.On January 28, a round table entitled "Eco-consciousness - the path to the prosperity of the country!" was held at the Kamenka village agrotechnical college in the Sandyktau district. Representatives of the akimat, maslikhat, experts, students, pupils and media representatives took part in it.Deputy akim of the district Saule Zhaiilganova noted the importance of forming environmental awareness among young people. College director Konstantin Kudin spoke about the role of educational institutions in this process, and senior master Igor Prichipeev shared the experience of the "Green Country" labor team.Students presented their environmental initiatives: cartoons, presentations and projects aimed at protecting nature. So, students from the Belgorod school spoke about the campaign "Feed the Birds in Winter", and Arina Kim, a student from the village of Lesnoye, presented the project "Let's Save the Planet Together".During the meeting, the participants discussed the problems of environmental pollution, the initiatives of the "Clean Kazakhstan" program, and the importance of volunteering. Many students expressed their readiness to join environmental projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/926360

Employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations actively work with children, teaching them the basics of safety in emergency situations. Rescuers organize various events, such as trainings, thematic lessons, stories and interactive activities, which help children better understand how to act in dangerous situations. Competitions and open days are also held, where children get acquainted with the equipment and work of rescuers, as well as participate in exercises, practice safety skills. This not only improves children's knowledge, but also contributes to the development of a safety culture in their everyday lives. An introductory excursion for schoolchildren was held at the Aksu Fire Department of the Pavlodar Region Emergency Situations Department, during which young guests got acquainted with the features of the service and fire safety rules, and had a unique opportunity to interact with firefighters. Rescuers clearly showed the guests their equipment, fire trucks, and special tools. The most memorable moment of the excursion was the opportunity to try on uniforms and sit in the cabin of special vehicles. During the conversation, the students learned a lot about the work of firefighters. For kindergarten children in Kokshetau, employees of the Akmola region's Emergency Situations Department organized a theatrical performance on the topic of fire safety. Theater actors played the roles of firefighters and told children in a playful way about the dangers of playing with fire and what to do in case of a fire. The children were told about fire safety rules in an understandable language. Children not only watched the performance, but also took part in it, worrying about the characters in the play. Activities aimed at teaching fire safety rules are being held in the capital's schools. By staging plays, writing poems, and participating in drawing competitions, children easily learn useful information in the context of safety measures. Using these methods, teachers study situations that arise as a result of fires and pay attention to ways to prevent them, which creates conditions for the formation of a safety culture and standards of responsibility in children's minds. Also during the event, a “Fire Safety” corner was presented, where safety rules were posted, as well as reminders about the work of young rescuers, for example, a model of a fire station and a fire truck. As per the order. to ensure fire safety in kindergartens, employees of the Emergency Situations Department held training exercises in the Turkestan region. As part of this event, open lessons were held and children were shown videos about fire safety. In order to form an understanding of firefighters and firefighters in the cognitive education of children, special drawings and mosaics were created. At the end of the event, kindergarten employees were explained the correct actions to take in case of a fire. According to rescuers, a safety culture should be introduced from an early age. It is in the process of upbringing that a child should master fire safety rules. Such meetings are held regularly in preschool institutions, and work in this direction will continue.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/926289

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EAST KAZAKHSTAN UNIVERSITY DEVELOPED THE FIRST DOMESTIC PROFESSIONAL DEFECTOLOGY DESKThe first domestic professional defectologist desk, developed by Sarsen Amanzholov East Kazakhstan University within the framework of the commercialization project, was presented to the Pedagogical Support and Correction Office in the Ulan district with the sponsorship of the Kazzink company.In the future, children attending the Pedagogical Support and Correction Office in the district will receive education using modern methods using professional equipment. Let us recall that a group of scientists from EKU, together with experienced teachers in the field of special education, won the commercialization project of the "Science Fund" in this direction.Rauan Baychinov, Alima Alipova, Saltanat Adikanova, Madina Aurenova, Saule Zhakupova worked in the project group headed by Dosym Yerbolatuly. Patents for 5 devices and copyright certificates for 14 methodological resources and trainers were obtained under the project. Among them are special training programs to help speech therapists and defectologists, a professional defectologist's desk with a sensor monoblock, as well as educational materials made of paper and wood.The advantage of the domestic development is that the adjustment of some parts is automated, tested and the presence of methodologies in Kazakh and Russian, which are recommended by special education organizations.- The development team, together with the head of the East Kazakhstan Region Department of Education Inessa Chernysheva, visited the Ulan Pedagogical Support and Correction Office and held a master class on using the professional defectologist's desk. Teachers highly appreciated the new tool, which effectively helps in correcting children, - Alima Alipova.It should be noted that the Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Sayasat Nurbek noted that the issue of commercialization of scientific results plays an important role in the real sector of the economy and the gradual transformation of the national scientific system.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/926171

Since 2022, the Food Contract Corporation has supported nearly 2,000 farmers and agricultural businesses. The largest amount of assistance was provided in 2024, when 832 agricultural producers received support from the state operator.The main tools for supporting farmers were the forward financing program for seasonal field work, commodity loans, including seed supplies, and direct purchases of surplus grain from small and medium-sized farmers.In 2023-2024, 590 agricultural producers were financed for 129.1 billion tenge on preferential terms within the framework of forward purchases and commodity loans.For the first time, forward financing contracts for 6 thousand tons of rice were concluded with rice producers in the Kyzylorda region.In order to ensure guaranteed grain sales by farmers, the Food Contract Corporation has been purchasing crop products at prices above market prices for the past two years.In particular, in 2023, the state operator purchased 350 thousand tons of low-quality wheat from farmers for 27 billion tenge. This measure made it possible to financially support agricultural producers who found themselves in difficult situations when the quality and yield of grain decreased due to adverse weather conditions.Agriculturalists spent the funds received on spring sowing and other production needs.In December 2024, the state operator made the first payments in the amount of 3.5 billion tenge to agricultural producers who supplied wheat under the intervention grain purchase program. First, funds from the Food Contract Corporation reserve were transferred to small farms, helping them maintain profitability.Participation in grain programs and transparency of the process of funding allocation are ensured through regional coordination councils.According to Asylkhan Dzhuvashev, Chairman of the Board of the Food Contract Corporation JSC, by supporting farmers, the corporation not only ensures the financial stability of agricultural enterprises, but also creates conditions for the development of the agricultural sector.“State support measures have a multiplier effect for the agro-industrial complex: the stable work of agricultural producers has a positive impact on the country's food security. The state reserve is replenished through the purchase of grain. If necessary, the Food Contract Corporation provides grain to mills, poultry and livestock enterprises at reduced prices, which allows maintaining food prices at a reasonable level. This is systematic work,” said the head of the Food Contract Corporation.For example, in 2023, to maintain the price of social bread, the Food Contract Corporation delivered 89 thousand tons of wheat to mill enterprises. These mills provided bakeries with discounted flour for the production of 162 million loaves of social bread.According to Asylkhan Dzhuvashev, state operators of China, the USA, India and other major grain importing and exporting countries operate under a similar system.“Large state corporations ensure the food security of their countries by supporting farmers and stabilizing food prices. This is very important in the face of geopolitical and climatic challenges,” explained the chairman of the board.The volume of grain in the warehouses of the Food Contract Corporation is 1.7 million tons. This reserve will fully cover Kazakhstan's domestic needs for food and feed grains and allow for stable grain exports abroad.In conditions of unstable market prices, the state operator pays special attention to maintaining grain reserves to ensure long-term food security.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/926021

Currently, there is high demand for Kazakhstani potatoes from neighboring countries. According to the results of 2024, about 605 thousand tons of potatoes were exported, which is 1.5 times more than in 2023 (411 thousand tons). This indicator has reached a record level in the last 10 years and has had a significant impact on prices in the domestic market.In this regard, in order to stabilize the market situation and prevent price increases, by the decision of the Interdepartmental Commission on Foreign Trade Policy and Participation in International Economic Organizations of January 18, 2025, a restriction was introduced on the export of potatoes from the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan to third countries by all types of transport, except for the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union, for a period of 6 months.Based on the decision of the Interdepartmental Commission, the export of potatoes to third countries by all types of transport was prohibited by the Order of the Minister of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan No. 26 dated January 27, 2025 “On issues of exporting potatoes from the territory of the Republic of Kazakhstan”.The measures taken will prevent a speculative increase in potato prices and possible speculative actions by market participants.You can read the full text of the Order at the following link will be:http://zan.gov.kz/client/#!/doc/206795/kaz. OrderSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/926250