The meeting was attended by pupils and teachers from six preschool organizations who presented various projects related to ecology.The aim of the seminar was to identify environmental problems in the environment and ways to solve them, as well as to increase children's interest in local history.During the meeting, educators and children presented their projects on the topics "Little Ecologist", "Green Economy - Integrated Education", "Harms of Polyethylene Bags". In addition, an "Eco World" master class was held and a dialogue platform was organized called "What if you were the Minister of Nature Protection?".- The "Clean Kazakhstan" campaign is an important and widely supported initiative aimed at protecting the environment. Today, environmental education for children in preschool educational institutions is a socially significant direction in the educational process. It is of particular importance to familiarize a child with nature in preschool. After all, a person's health, intelligence and consciousness, attitude to labor and the external environment are formed up to the age of seven. Therefore, it is very useful to hold such events frequently. Such events have been continuing since last year. Last year, 27 regional, 208 city and district meetings were held in this direction for preschool organizations, - said the head of the regional education department Marat Abuov.Perizat Kalybekovna, a teacher-educator of the Nurshuak kindergarten in the Akkystau village of the Isatay district, teaches children how to properly sort garbage.— I teach children how to sort plastic, glass bottles, polyethylene bags and food waste into garbage cans through a game. Since they do not recognize letters, I use cards with pictures to show the method. Now I often hear from parents that children sort garbage when they go home and teach themselves how to do it, - says the mentor.It should be noted that this seminar was organized by the methodological center of the regional education department. More than 35 thousand children are brought up in 337 preschool organizations in the region. Among them, there are 151 state, 86 private and 100 centers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/928663

A meeting between the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Arman Shakkaliev and the Deputy Minister of Industry, Mines and Trade of Iran, Head of the Trade Development Organization Mohammad Ali Dehghan Dehnavi was held in Almaty. The meeting discussed the issue of increasing mutual trade turnover between the two countries."We see an opportunity to increase trade turnover with Iran to $3 billion. We are ready to offer more than 60 commodity items, including grain, sunflower oil, meat products and other goods worth $162 million, for delivery to the Iranian market," Minister Arman Shakkaliev noted. He noted that Kazakhstan is actively implementing the agreements reached by the heads of the two states. Iran is one of Kazakhstan's key partners in the Middle East.The upcoming trade and economic mission to strengthen trade relations between the two countries, as well as the business forum planned for February 2025 in Tehran, will play an important role. The mission aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the countries, establish direct contacts between Kazakhstani producers and Iranian buyers, and expand Kazakhstan's export potential. In addition, it will contribute to the development of trade and economic partnership, opening up new opportunities for business between the two countries.According to the results of 11 months of 2024, the trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Iran amounted to 296 million US dollars, which is 8.1% more than in the same period last year. The volume of exports from Kazakhstan to Iran increased by 29.1% and amounted to 100.6 million US dollars.The main goods supplied from Kazakhstan to Iran are barley, wheat, rapeseed, sunflower oil, corn, as well as lamb, goat and beef.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/929264

Today, the Minister of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kanat Sharlapayev held a meeting with representatives of the Japan International Cooperation Agency JICA and the Japan Organization for Metallurgical and Energy Security JOGMEC.The meeting was held. was held to discuss opportunities for further cooperation in the field of important minerals JICA is a state organization that plans and implements technical assistance programs for developing countries. It helps partner countries solve various socio-economic problems, including energy conservation issuesSince 2011, Kazakhstan has been cooperating with JICA in the field of energy conservation and energy efficiency. The organization supported the Ministry of Industry and Construction in developing and implementing energy conservation policies, as well as in creating a system for monitoring and controlling energy efficiency. Based on the experience of Japan, the main instrument of energy conservation policy - the State Energy Register (SER) - was created in Kazakhstan.The Japanese Metallurgical and Energy Security Organization JOGMEC combines the functions of the former Japan National Oil Corporation. and the former Japan Metals and Mining Agency.In August 2024, the Ministry of Industry and Construction signed a memorandum of cooperation with JOGMEC to develop cooperation in the fields of geological exploration, mineral extraction and processing. > Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/929263

Appropriate measures are being taken to maintain food prices in the Abay district. An agricultural fair was held in Karaul today.A kilogram of potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and onions was sold at 120 tenge at the fair, which is 2-3 times cheaper than the market price.In addition, it was possible to buy beef for 2200 tenge, an egg for 50, and 25 kilograms of feed (bran) for 1100 tenge.Borodulikha honey, various types of fish, dairy products, and chicken were also on display.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/929250

An operational control center has been opened in Stepnogorsk. The new facility will provide monitoring of public order and traffic using 324 video surveillance cameras.The introduction of innovative technologies into the daily activities of territorial police departments in the Akmola region continues. The implementation of the principle of "law and order" has become a key task for the regional police department, and a prompt response to minor offenses is a key indicator of the effectiveness of police services.As part of the "Year of Prevention" announced by the Minister of Internal Affairs, an important and long-awaited event took place in Stepnogorsk for police officers and residents of the mono-city.In order to ensure law and order and organize round-the-clock monitoring of the operational situation, a modern operational control center began operating in the city on January 31.The opening ceremony was attended by the head of the police department, Nursultan Mukashev, representatives of local executive bodies, personnel and veterans of internal affairs bodies.The new facility will provide monitoring of public order and traffic using 324 video surveillance cameras. The center's emergency room employs 26 employees, including operators of the "102" hotline, video surveillance inspectors, instructors, and KKBT inspectors.The center has 324 video surveillance cameras, including 139 cameras installed on the streets of Stepnogorsk and 9 cameras installed in nearby settlements: the villages of Aksu and Karabulak. In addition, 176 "cloud video surveillance" cameras have been connected to the traffic police system, which provide online monitoring of the entrances and courtyards of apartment buildings. In the future, the center will be connected to video surveillance cameras in secondary schools and colleges in the city. It should be noted that the implementation of digital projects and the use of new technological equipment, especially video surveillance systems, within the framework of fulfilling the instructions of the Head of State and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, will allow preventing violations and promptly solving crimes, thereby ensuring the safety of the population. Currently, three full-fledged traffic police stations operate in the region: in the regional center, Kokshetau, as well as in the large cities of Schuchinsk and Stepnogorsk. Last year, more than 270 crimes were solved in the region with the help of traffic police stations, and more than 49 thousand violations were prevented.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/928934

Aigul Akhmedzhanova, Chairman of the Board of the National Agrarian Scientific and Educational Center, got acquainted with the work of Shakarim University. During the visit, the main issues of the development of agricultural science and education were discussed with the teaching staff.Another main goal of the meeting was to create a technopark aimed at processing livestock products in the future. The favorable climate and developed livestock infrastructure in the Abay region emphasize the relevance of these initiatives."The university has a rich history in training qualified specialists for the agricultural sector. We are confident that the creation of a technopark will significantly improve the quality and volume of local product processing," the head of the National Agrarian Scientific and Educational Center noted.The university leadership expressed its intention to deepen cooperation and intensify joint work on the development of the agricultural direction.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/929108

This year, the forum is dedicated to the transformation of industry under the influence of artificial intelligence and its key role in increasing the efficiency, safety and sustainability of production processes.The forum hosted a plenary session of the Prime Ministers of the EAEU countries, which was attended by the heads of governments of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Iran, as well as the leadership of the Eurasian Economic Commission.The Digital Almaty 2025 forum will focus on Industrial AI and its impact not only on industry, but also on other key sectors of medicine, education, and the creative industry. This year, special attention was paid to the topics of sustainable development (ESG), cybersecurity, the financial sector, and the introduction of AI in medicine and biotechnology. For the first time, the forum hosted a drone football championship that combines technology and sports, as well as an interactive robot park showcasing cutting-edge developments.The event will bring together 220 companies, including leaders in the mining, metallurgy and oil and gas sectors, startups in artificial intelligence, robotics, fintech and medtech. The forum brought together leading experts from around the world, such as Richard Stirling (ces Oxford Insights), Kaan Terzioglu (CEO of VEON Group), Toju Duke (founder of Bedrock ai), Yoram Weingaard (CEO Dealroom), and others.During the Digital Almaty 2025 forum, the Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Zhaslan Madiev, noted that artificial intelligence is already changing the global economy and that Kazakhstan aspires to be among the leaders. “For this, it is important not only to introduce technologies, but also to create an ecosystem — training personnel, attracting investments, and developing infrastructure. Such forums will help to unite the efforts of the state, business and science, creating a platform for productive dialogue and joint initiatives.The Minister announced that it is planned to train 1 million citizens in AI by 2030 within the framework of the national program. This includes 500 thousand schoolchildren, 300 thousand students, as well as 90 thousand civil servants within the framework of the AI ​​Kyzmet Bootcamp program. Also, the International Center Alem.AI will be opened, which will combine educational programs, support for startups, laboratories of leading global companies, as well as developments in the field of AI for public administration.To ensure access to modern knowledge in the field of AI, it is planned to develop the AI ​​Movement and LMS educational platforms, as well as launch the AI ​​Olymp Republican Olympiad among students. These initiatives will allow creating a professional community ready to work with advanced technologies.The Minister also noted that it is necessary to develop digital infrastructure to implement ambitious goals in the field of artificial intelligence. Kazakhstan plans to provide computing power for the introduction of AI. This will serve as the basis for the creation of national language models, including KazLLM, and will also allow the development of AI agents for state bodies. The national platform will ensure secure and confidential work with data in the closed loop of state structures.Institutional support is also an important direction. It is planned to adopt a draft law on AI regulation in 2025, as well as develop a national strategy for AI development - a key document that will define priorities, goals and objectives in this area. The forum will conclude the results of the Astana Hub AI Movement initiative, the republican stage of the FIRST Tech Challenge will be held, where 24 best school teams will compete for the Digital Ministry Cup. One of the main events will be the Industrial AI Battle - a competition of startups in the field of AI and digital transformation, with a prize fund of $ 60,000 and grants from forum partners.The traditional Startup Alley will present 80 international innovative projects that will allow thousands of guests, including investors, to get acquainted with new ideas. In the "IndustryX" zone, Kazakhstani technology companies will present successful cases of AI implementation in industrial enterprises. During the panel discussion, leading subsoil users and technoparks from the USA, Russia, Belarus, Tajikistan, and Iran will talk about the use of artificial intelligence in production processes.More than 40,000 people are expected to participate in the two-day digital event.The organizers of Digital Almaty 2025 are: the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Almaty City Administration, and the Independent Cluster Fund "Innovative Technologies Park". Press service of the Central Institute of Industrial Development and Technology of the Republic of Kazakhstan Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/928802

At the Digital Almaty 2025 forum, the Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Zhaslan Madiev, presented the Alem.AI International Center for Artificial Intelligence.The forum brought together the heads of governments of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Iran, and the leadership of the Eurasian Economic Commission.The creation of the center is an initiative outlined in the Address of the President of Kazakhstan, and in his speech, the Head of State noted that Kazakhstan should be a country where artificial intelligence is widely used and digital technologies are developed.Alem.AI will be the main platform for research, startups, and international cooperation in the field of artificial intelligence. According to Zhaslan Madiev, the center will increase the export of Kazakhstani AI solutions to $5 billion by 2029, as well as launch a new wave of technological and economic growth and turn Astana into a major intellectual center in Central Asia.Alem.AI will become a catalyst for the development of the AI ​​ecosystem, attracting 10,000 talents in various fields, training 1,000 AI specialists, launching 100 AI startups and implementing 10 scientific research projects in the field of artificial intelligence. The center will create new jobs, attract international companies and become a driver of digital transformation in management. The project will also have a significant social impact - it will improve the quality of life through access to advanced technologies and educational opportunities, and training qualified specialists will help eliminate the shortage of personnel in the field of artificial intelligence.The Ministry of Digital Development is negotiating with Telegram, TOP, Tether, inDrive, Google and other global technology companies to locate their offices in the Alem.AI center. These companies are engaged in the development of AI solutions, scientific research and the creation of new innovative products. The Astana Hub infrastructure is home to such international giants as Telegram, Playrix, TikTok, enrive, EPAM, Glovo, DAMUMED, Presight.ai and others. The opening of the center is scheduled for the fall of 2025, its area is 20,000 m2, and it will be located in the EXPO ecosystem.Alem.AI will be a key element in the development of the AI ​​industry in Kazakhstan, supporting research, the development of advanced AI products and attracting investments in the field of artificial intelligence. Kazakhstan is taking steps to become a leading player in the global AI market, creating not only infrastructure, but also a full-fledged ecosystem for technological breakthroughs.Press service of the Central Institute of Artificial Intelligence of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/928980

The Digital Almaty-2025 Technology Forum showcases innovative projects from leading domestic startups at the Startup Platform. Participation in such events paves the way for startups to scale, attract investments, and enter the international market.The Startup Platform provides young companies with the opportunity to present their ideas to thousands of participants, including investors, experts, and business representatives. Among the participants in the Startup Platform are residents of Astana Hub, a leading startup in Central Asia, including Higgsfield.ai, which has attracted $16 million in investment from American funds, entered the top 25 startups in the world according to Google, and has more than 2 million users; the Grand Mobile gaming studio, founded in 2022, has already gathered an audience of 60 million players, and its revenue for 2024 amounted to $20 million, 60% of which came from international markets; Working in the EDTECH sector, CodiPlay has covered more than 600 schools in different countries, including South Korea and the UK, in three years and recently raised $9 million at a valuation of $100 million. "Participation in forums like Digital Almaty opens up a unique opportunity for startups to scale and grow. For us, this is not only a platform to present our projects, but also a place to establish strategic partnerships, attract investments and exchange experiences with industry leaders. We regularly participate in startup arenas of major events, including the largest IT forum in Central Asia - Digital Bridge, and see how such platforms contribute to the development of innovations and technological entrepreneurship. Such forums play an important role in the development of the IT ecosystem of Kazakhstan, creating conditions for an innovative breakthrough and international cooperation," said Bolat Sultankulov, head of Arlan Biotech.The Arlan Biotech project will change the process of drug development using generative AI. It allows creating accurate sequences of antibodies in minutes, reducing the costs of pharmaceutical companies in the $150-200 billion market. The startup was founded by experts in the field of biomedicine, machine learning and biotechnology and was endorsed by the already famous venture capitalist Tim Draper, thus becoming the best among Kazakhstani startups. Now Arlan Biotech is participating in the famous reality show Meet the Drapers for a $1 million prize.BEKSAR offers a universal business automation platform, ITMLab develops innovative technologies for the rehabilitation of people with disabilities, Qala AI implements AI solutions for the sustainable development of cities, and Aurma.kz facilitates access to medical goods across Kazakhstan. Also among the participants is the Qazaq Dinosaur War gaming startup, which uses modern technologies to promote Kazakh heritage.Recall that from January 31 to February 1, the Digital Almaty-2025 International Forum will be held in Almaty at the Atakent exhibition complex. The theme of the event is "Industrial AI: Technologies for a New Era". The organizers of the forum are: the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Almaty Akimat and the State Enterprise "Innovative Technologies Park". Press service of the Central Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/929058

The first integration of trusted third party segments of the member countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) was demonstrated at the annual Digital Almaty 2025 forum. The technology aims to provide secure and legitimate interstate verification of electronic signatures.Trusted Third Party of the Republic of Kazakhstan (TTP RK) is an information system confirming authenticity of electronic signatures, including foreign ones, on Kazakhstan territory. It is the TTP that ensures the authenticity of a digital signature (DS) during cross-border electronic interaction between the information systems of the participating countries.The introduction of cross-border DS will help to significantly reduce the cost of paperwork and the time required to sign and confirm international transactions. The technology is also expected to increase trust in electronic and international transactions, which in turn will contribute to the further development of the economies of the EAEU countries.During the demonstration, the operators from the Republic of Armenia, the Republic of Belarus, the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic and the Russian Federation reported on the readiness of the national segments of the trusted third party for commercial operation and interstate testing.During the integration demonstration, the Chairman of the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission, Bakhytzhan Sagintayev, noted that the technology of mutual recognition of electronic signatures within the EAEU would help speed up business processes, simplify the flow of documents and improve the security of transactions between the countries of the Union.The development of digital technologies will remain a priority in the coming years, and further expansion of the use of DS will have a significant impact on strengthening international trade and economic ties. For more information, please contact:PR Department of NITEC JSCZhainagul Seidakhmetova+7 778 602 26 26press@nitec.kz;www.nitec.kz Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/929112

Earlier, National Information Technologies JSC (NITEC) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) signed a cooperation agreement as part of the GovStack project, which aims to develop e-government in the CIS countries. As part of the Digital Almaty 2025 Forum, the originals of the signed agreements were exchanged. Also at the forum, an agreement was signed between NITEC and the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) to provide a grant for the implementation of the GovStack project.GovStack is an international initiative launched in 2020 by the ITU, Estonia, Germany and the Digital Impact Alliance with the support of the United Nations. The project focuses on accelerating digital transformation in countries around the world and brings together experts from the private sector, civil society and government.The GovStack project aims to assist stakeholders in the CIS region (governments and institutions) to build capacity, develop and implement digital services using the GovStack approach, tools and resources, as well as the expertise and experience of the programme partners.Under the project, each participating country shares best practices to develop e-government and improve public services. NITEC will share its experience in building e-government, developing reference architectures, reengineering business processes and transforming public services to a proactive format. «We are grateful for the trust and realize how important and ambitious this project is. Working with such international partners is not only a great responsibility, but also a unique opportunity to make a significant contribution to the development of e–government in Kazakhstan and other CIS countries. We will make every effort to make the GovStack project a success», said Bayan Konirbayev, Chairman of the Board, NITEC.It is important to note that NITEC's contribution was made possible thanks to the grant funding provided by the Eurasian Development Bank under the agreement signed between NITEC and EDB. This underlines the importance of the project and its contribution to the development of effective solutions that support national digital transformation. For more information, please contact:PR Department of NITEC JSCZhainagul Seidakhmetova+7 778 602 26 26press@nitec.kz;www.nitec.kzSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/929156

"AI and humans: threat or benefit?" - this question was asked by leading experts in the field of artificial intelligence at a panel session held at the Digital Almaty-2025 forum, where they discussed the main issues of ethics, security, and regulation of AI.Experts considered important aspects of the transparency and security of the use of AI in Kazakhstan, control over its use, and international practices aimed at maintaining ethical standards. During the discussion, both the advantages and potential risks of artificial intelligence were discussed.According to the speakers, along with the spread of artificial intelligence in Kazakhstan, the risk of violating the confidentiality of personal data is also increasing. This causes significant harm to both individual users and the state as a whole. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in 2024, Kazakhstanis lost 45 billion tenge due to online fraud, and in 98% of cases they voluntarily gave their personal data to fraudsters."Cybercrime is growing rapidly not only in Kazakhstan, but also around the world. If we are not prepared for new threats, artificial intelligence will also provide criminals with significant opportunities. Fraudsters are already using deepfake technologies to fake video and audio recordings, which poses a significant threat to information security. It is important to think about deanonymization on the Internet, because everyone must be responsible for the data they distribute," said Saken Sarsenov, Vice Minister of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The session participants included experts from various countries, including Toju Duke (Great Britain), founder and CEO of Bedrock AI and Diverse AI. He not only manages successful AI companies, but also actively promotes ethical standards in the development of artificial intelligence. In his book "Building Responsible AI Algorithms", he proposed a framework for transparency, fairness, confidentiality and trust in AI algorithms."Artificial intelligence is developing rapidly and offers many advantages, but only until it is equally accessible to society. The main areas of its application include combating hunger and improving healthcare, responding to crisis situations, increasing security, and supporting people with disabilities. However, it also poses significant risks, such as social inequality, privacy violations, algorithmic bias, and even threats to national security. Therefore, in order for the technology to benefit society as a whole, it is important to develop a responsible approach to the use of artificial intelligence, develop mechanisms for transparency, accountability and compliance with ethical standards," Toju Duke noted.The discussion was also attended by Dauren Makenov, Head of Flowsell.me, Alexander Krainov, Head of Yandex Machine Intelligence Lab, Ivan Kononov, Technical Director of Kscooters, and Damir Zharimbetov, Director of TargetAI Limited. The session was moderated by Igor Rogov, Chairman of the Human Rights Commission under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The speakers emphasized the need to introduce clear principles of regulation for the safe and effective development of AI, including data processing control, protection from manipulation, and reduction of negative impact on energy resources. It is also important to ensure the fairness of algorithms, eliminate discriminatory mechanisms, and develop reliable systems for testing AI before mass introduction.The speakers raised such important topics as training specialists to work with AI and the impact of technology on culture, media, and communications. In addition, the speakers discussed the changing labor market: will AI threaten traditional employment or become a tool that complements human efforts? The importance of maintaining a balance between automation and the human component was noted.Recall that from January 31 to February 1, the Digital Almaty-2025 International Forum will be held in Almaty at the Atakent exhibition complex. The theme of the event is "Industrial AI: Technologies for a New Era". The organizers of the forum are: the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Almaty Akimat and the State Enterprise "Innovative Technologies Park". Press service of the Central Information and Communication Technology Development Agency of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mdai/press/news/details/929202

The presentation of Myrzatai Zholdasbekov's book "Witness of My Days" was held at the National Academic Library of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The six-volume book contains the diary entries of statesman, Doctor of Philosophy, Professor Myrzatai Zholdasbekov for the period from 1993 to 2018.These entries cover the formation and development of international relations, the adoption of historical decisions related to the interests of the country, the author's contribution to the development of Kazakh history, culture and art, literature, traditions, science and education, the socio-economic situation of the country, the internal and external political situation, issues of interethnic relations, as well as his thoughts on morality and national education.During the book presentation, a congratulatory letter from the Minister of Culture and Information Aida Balayeva was read."Your six-volume collection is a significant contribution to the recognition of the history of our independent country, the appreciation of our national values, and the expansion of our spiritual world. It is clear that the work, which truthfully describes the important events of the past era, the fateful periods that our people have experienced, will have a great lesson for the younger generation. This work is not only a mirror of your life path, but also a valuable world that enriches the history and spiritual heritage of the entire Kazakh people. Therefore, I am confident that your new books will be one of the important works that will serve as a guide for future generations, instilling the essence of patriotism and heroism,” the congratulatory letter says.The event was attended by well-known public and state figures, poets and writers, media representatives, journalists, and readers. Press service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/929100

Today, the Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, M. Oshurbbayev, held a meeting with the Asian Development Bank Advisory Mission.The meeting was attended by the Director of the Central, Western and Southern Africa Group, Agriculture, Food, Nature and Rural Development Sector Office (AFNR-SG) Y. Siddiqui, Director of the ADB Permanent Mission to Kazakhstan U. Kumar, Director of the Climate Change and Natural Capital Office (AFNR-SG) S. Ranavana, and others.During the meeting, issues related to identifying promising areas of ADB cooperation and support based on the Government's planned projects, initiatives and priorities in the development of the sector, including nationally determined contributions and the national strategy and action plan for climate change adaptation, were discussed.The Vice Minister focused in more detail on the creation of a regional knowledge exchange and coordination hub, which is of particular importance for Kazakhstan. This hub can be an important tool for concentrating the efforts of the countries of the region, exchanging best practices and developing long-term strategies for sustainable development.One of the topics of discussion was the implementation of the “Glaciers to Farms” (G2F) program, and the importance of involving Kazakhstani scientific and research organizations was noted. As M. Oshurbbayev noted, Kazakhstan has accumulated significant experience in the field of glacier research, climate risk assessment and the development of water resources management technologies. The participation of local organizations will allow to supplement the scientific base of the program with a deep understanding of regional specifics and ensure its successful adaptation to local conditions.As the Vice Minister noted, in order to strengthen regional cooperation, Kazakhstan initiated the holding of a regional Climate Summit in 2026.This summit will become a platform for Central Asian countries and international partners to discuss key climate challenges, coordinate efforts, and develop common approaches to sustainable development issues.The Vice Minister expressed gratitude to ADB for its readiness to support the holding of the summit by organizing joint events using the platform of the Central Asian Regional Economic Program (CAREP).At the end of the conversation, the parties expressed hope for further fruitful cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/929153

A round table entitled "Cooperation between ethnic groups: the role of the country in the development space" was held in Turkestan within the framework of the 30th anniversary of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan.The event, jointly organized by the Turkestan Regional Public Development Department "Social Agreement" and the K.A. Yassawi International Kazakh-Turkish University, was aimed at increasing interethnic harmony and cooperation in the country, promoting respect for the cultures and traditions of various ethnic groups, and implementing plans and projects within the framework of the 30th anniversary of the People's Assembly of Kazakhstan.The next meeting was attended by the regional public development department and K. A. The leadership of the Yassawi International University, as well as representatives of the Turkestan regional prosecutor's office and the regional police department, the regional department for defense affairs, chairmen and members of structures and ethnocultural associations under the regional People's Congress, representatives of public organizations from the regions, active members of the Turkestan regional representative office of the "Assembly Youth" RCU, teachers, professors, and students participated in the "round table".During the "round table", Nursultan Seitzhanov, Deputy Head of the Turkestan Regional Department of Public Development, emphasized the importance of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan in maintaining interethnic harmony in society, while Zhanar Temirbekova, Rector of the Yassawi International University, noted the role of the international university in interethnic cooperation and uniting the Turkic-speaking world.The event presented proposals on the role of ethnic groups in the country's development space, their influence in the economy, education, and culture, and on promoting the principle of "Law and Order" in the region. On this occasion, the head of the "Social Agreement" KMU Elmira Zhangazieva, the chairman of the Council of Elders of the regional Uzbek ethno-cultural public association Zupparkhan Chaldanov, the director of the "Center for the Study of Religious Issues" KMU Medet Khalikov, professor of the IKTU Seidulla Sadykov and representatives of law enforcement agencies made reports and exchanged opinions. The participants shared their experiences and made specific proposals for strengthening interethnic cooperation. Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/928893

Sports-loving citizens of the Zhetisay district paid tribute to Birzhan Shaimerden, the World Nomad Games and World Champion in classical belt wrestling, and his relatives rode him on a horse. The village elders gave their blessings and wished victory in the upcoming grand competitions.The event was attended by the akim of Zhetysay district Serik Mamytov and deputy of the Turkestan regional maslikhat Talgat Karzhauov, the chairman of the Zhetysay district maslikhat Medet Kasymov and the executive secretary of the Zhetysay district branch of the "AMANAT" party Askar Kaynazarov, relatives and friends of the champion.The district head wished success to the champion who is making the country's name known around the world, and presented a gift to the athlete and his grandfather Shaimerden aksakal.It should be noted that Shaimerden Birzhan Idrissuly was born in 1996 in Zhetysay, Maktaaral district, South Kazakhstan region.In his sports career, Birzhan Idrissuly became the bronze medalist of the 2015 Universiade of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Greco-Roman wrestling, the 7-time champion of the Republic of Kazakhstan in belt wrestling, and the 2020 Iranian National Championship in Tehran, Iran. World champion in wrestling, bronze medalist of the Grand Prix tournament in belt wrestling held in Bishkek in 2023, bronze medalist of the World Cup held in Krasnodar in 2024, World champion in the belt wrestling tournament held in Kazan, Russian Federation, champion of the World Nomad Games, holder of the titles of Master of Sports of the International Class. By the decree of the Minister of Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Erbol Myrzabosynov, he was awarded the medal "For Meritorious Labor" last year.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/928897

This was announced at a briefing by Bakhyt Ismakhanbetov, director of the Turkestan region branch of the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF).“The budget amount received by the Fund in the healthcare sector in the Turkestan region in 2024 within the framework of the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) and the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) amounted to 235.9 billion tenge. Of this, 117.7 billion tenge went to the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) package, and 118.2 billion tenge went to the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) package. In total, 184 medical organizations provided services to the region’s residents last year. 141 of them are private institutions. Today, 1.7 million residents of the Turkestan region are insured in the Social Medical Insurance Fund (SMIF) system. It is worth noting that 35.5 billion tenge was spent on inpatient medical care, 15 billion tenge on consultative and diagnostic services, 978.2 million tenge on high-tech surgeries, 7.6 billion tenge on medical rehabilitation, 4.8 billion tenge on dental services, and 16.8 billion tenge on outpatient medication. Residents also received daily visits from specialized specialists, various tests, and diagnostic services such as CT and MRI. For example, last year, the region's population received 151 thousand MRI and CT scans worth 2.5 billion tenge," said Bakhyt Torgaibayuly.According to the speaker, surgeries are performed free of charge for citizens insured in the system at the expense of the MOSHI. Of these, more than 3 thousand cardiac surgeries were performed for 4.2 billion tenge, more than 1,000 neurosurgical surgeries for 2.3 billion tenge, about 1,000 ENT surgeries and electromagnetic hearing aids were installed for 419.8 million tenge.In addition, more than 100 knee and hip replacement surgeries were performed for 235.6 million tenge, more than 1,000 vascular and neurovascular surgeries for 916.8 million tenge, and 16 kidney and liver transplants for 80.4 million tenge. The cost of one surgery is approximately 5-10 million tenge.Regional Communications Service of Turkestan RegionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/928904

In September 2022, Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev launched the “National Fund for Children” initiative as part of his Address to the People of Kazakhstan “A Just State. A United Nation. A Prosperous Society”. As part of this initiative, $129.38 was transferred to Kazakhstani children under the age of 18 in 2025.Caring for the rising generation is one of the priority areas of state policy. Now families in the country can be confident in the support of the state from the moment a child is born until he reaches adulthood.Let us say that the initiative of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev is aimed at improving the well-being of young citizens, as well as creating comprehensive conditions for their education and success. Starting from 2024, Kazakhstani children will receive annual transfers from the National Fund, including investment income, until they reach the age of 18.“We are improving the quality of life of our citizens and laying the foundation for a better future for our children,” said Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The main mission of the “National Fund for Children” project is to provide each child with their share of the national wealth by saving financial resources through the formation of savings for future generations.In 2024, 6,919,131 people participated in this program (including children born in 2006-2023), and $100.52 was transferred to each of their accounts. The total amount of money transferred is $695.5 million. In total, 304,815 people from the total number of those covered by this program turned 18 in 2024, and a total of $30.6 million was transferred to them.In 2025, approximately $129.38 was transferred to each child. The total amount of savings (including investment income) of children who have been participating in the program for two years increased by $232.94.Information about transfers under the “National Fund for Children” program will be displayed on the eGov.kz portal and the eGov Mobile mobile application on February 1, 2025.The payment mechanism is extremely simple. Information about the child’s participation in the program and the accrued funds can be viewed on the specially created website kids.enpf.kz by entering the child’s TIN. There you can familiarize yourself with the terms of the program, get instructions, and answers to relevant questions. In addition, data on transfers for children can be viewed by logging into your personal account on the eGov.kz portal, as well as through the Kaspi.kz and Halyk applications.One of the important tasks of the state is to provide equal opportunities for everyone to receive education and housing. In this regard, the “National Fund for Children” initiative has become a significant support for young Kazakhstanis.The accumulated amount can be used by any young citizen upon reaching the age of 18. The savings are transferred to accounts in the National Fund, and project respondents can spend the appropriate amount on improving housing conditions and (or) education by applying through the applications of authorized operators (Otbasy Bank and Halyk Bank).As of January 1, 2025, 66,571 applications were submitted for this purpose, of which 53,001 applications for a total amount of $5,316.7 thousand were implemented. 34,388 applications were submitted to improve housing conditions, of which 29,542 were implemented, and $2,964,000 was paid. 32,183 applications were submitted for education, of which 23,459 applications were satisfied, and $2,352.7 thousand was paid.This year, 6,921,035 children are participating in the program (children born from 2007 to 2024). Of these, 324,430 citizens will turn 18 in 2025.Using the funds of the National Fund to support our young compatriots is a strategic decision aimed at the sustainable development of our country. This initiative will have a positive impact on improving the quality of life and allow future generations to look to the future with great confidence.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/928914

Akim of the Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov supervised the construction of facilities during his business trip to the city of Arys. The regional head, who severely criticized the construction of a social facility, made demands on those responsible. He said that companies responsible for poor-quality and prolonged construction will face significant fines and a blacklist. The akim warned against showing negligence in construction and looking for excuses for breakage. He gave time to urgently correct the shortcomings.Having become acquainted with the condition of the 600-seat school being built within the framework of the “Cozy School” project, the akim of the region instructed to complete the construction of schools being carried out by the President’s instructions by the summer. He ordered to consider disciplinary responsibility for those who showed irresponsibility. The single operator of the national project is the “Samruk-Kazyna Construction” company. 29 new schools will be opened in the region within the framework of this project.- Your negligence should not harm the people. There is no such thing as a vacation in construction. Work should be “boiling”! Those responsible should demand work at the very beginning of construction. Otherwise, things will not work out. Why haven't the doors and windows that are supposed to be there according to the documents been allocated and installed? Why hasn't the heating been turned on? You only come here when I come, and you don't show any shade the rest of the time. Who are you fooling? Stop talking nonsense and finish school by the summer, - said Nuralkhan Kusherov.The regional head was also not satisfied with the interior decoration of the recently completed medical clinic. The medical facility that has been built in the Kozhatogay rural district was built within the framework of the national pilot project "Modernization of Healthcare in the Village". The akim gave 1 month to fix the shortcomings.- Would you put such poor doors in your houses? No! After investing a lot of money, you need to be responsible. This is a shame for your life. You are investing in people's money, there should be compassion! You are a citizen of this village, so your responsibility increases manifold. This is a place where your villagers come. Why not do it right away and do it properly? - said the akim.The heads of the responsible departments and the city akim have been given appropriate instructions on these issues. The pace of construction is under strict control.Press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/929203

Akim of the Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov met with local residents during a working trip to the city of Arys. At the meeting, the regional head shared plans for the development of the region with respected elders. He carefully listened to their wishes and called for joint solutions to social issues."The most important priority for us is gasification of the region and provision of drinking water to the population. We are intensifying our work in these areas. First of all, all our initiatives are aimed at improving the living standards of the population. We work closely with residents, taking into account all their suggestions and comments," said the regional akim.The regional head also got acquainted with the work of the modular boiler house of the Arys Zhylu state enterprise. The facility was completely renovated last year and switched to blue fuel. All technological processes of the boiler houses are fully automated. Currently, 27 multi-storey residential buildings (1,229 subscribers), 11 budget institutions and 10 commercial organizations are provided with heat through the Arys Zhylu enterprise.Press service of the Turkestan region akimSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/929230