This decision was made by the heads of state of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) at a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council.Iran's application for the status of an observer state was submitted in May last year.< br>In accordance with the Regulation on the status of an observer state in the Eurasian Economic Union, the commission conducted an analysis of the economic feasibility of interaction between the EAEU and Iran, as well as held consultations with the participation of representatives of the Union. member states and interested parties.It should be noted that the EAEU occupies an important place in Iran's foreign trade. In 2023, the EAEU's share in Iran's exports amounted to 10.1%, making it the third most important trading partner after China (30.4%) and Turkey (14.5%). We note that in accordance with the Treaty on the EAEU, an observer state has the right to participate in meetings of the Union's bodies upon invitation and to familiarize itself with documents (except for confidential documents) developed within the framework of the EAEU. . Granting Iran the status of an observer state is an important step towards strengthening cooperation and developing economic ties between the EAEU member states and the Islamic Republic of Iran.Recall that in 2018, an interim agreement was signed between the EAEU. and Iran, which led to the creation of a free trade zone. On December 25, 2023, the EAEU countries and Iran signed a full-fledged free trade agreement, which provides for a duty-free trade regime for 90% of the range of goods, which covers more than 95% of mutual trade. parties.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/929120

JSC "Green Development" plans to create an expert council and expert groups (hereinafter referred to as the groups) to discuss current issues in the field of waste management, sustainable development and other areas of our company at the initiative of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The purpose of creating the groups is to discuss initiatives in the field of waste collection, transportation and recycling (EcoQolday) and the processes of confirming the fulfillment of extended obligations of producers (importers) through the use of their own systems of waste collection, transportation, preparation for reuse, sorting, processing, recycling, neutralization and (or) disposal, and to bring together specialists, business representatives, government agencies and public organizations to develop effective solutions and exchange experiences.Stakeholders are invited to participate in the work of the groups. To apply and receive additional information, please contact us by phone at 8 7172 62 06 60 or by e-mail at ecoqolday@recycle.kz.The application must indicate the name, place of work, field of activity and contact details of the responsible person.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/928425

Snow removal work continues in the city of Koschy. The crew, working in two shifts around the clock, makes 120 trips per day and removes 2,000 cubic meters of snow.30 units of equipment and more than 40 employees are involved in these works. The companies "Astana SpetsTehNS KZ" and "Elit Stroy Komplekt" are responsible for ensuring the cleanliness of the city. The volume of snow removed since the beginning of the winter season has reached 72 thousand cubic meters.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/928949

This year, 429 graduates of colleges and universities in Karaganda region received work referrals under the “Youth Internship” project. It is planned to cover only 872 people from the budget.Unemployed people officially registered at the Labor Mobility Center or Career Centers will be placed for youth internships. State support can be used by specialists who are no older than 35 years old and have received a diploma five years ago.The duration of work does not exceed 12 months. The salary is at least 30 monthly calculation indices (117,960 tenge). To obtain a referral, you need to contact the Career Center at your place of residence.One of the beneficiaries of the project is 23-year-old Khansultan Maksatov. He graduated from KarTU named after Abilkas Saginov in 2023.“My specialty is related to mining and mineral extraction,” he says. “But after graduating from university, unfortunately, I could not find a job in my specialty. In order not to be dependent on my parents, I got a job at a grocery store. I worked there for about a year. But I always wanted to realize my profession. How many years of study have I had in vain? When I learned about the “Youth Experience” project, I decided not to miss my chance.According to the young man, since September last year he has been working in the production and technical department of the “QazaqGaz Aimaq” JSC KF.- I really like this place, the team is good, - says Khansultan. - If I have any questions, my senior colleagues will help. I receive my salary on time, I have all social transfers. I hope to show myself well and become part of a large team.According to the Department of Employment Coordination and Social Programs of the Karaganda regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928266

The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan noted the importance of establishing branches of foreign universities in the country in order to turn Kazakhstan into an educational hub of Central Asia.As part of this initiative, the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan N.A. held a branch of foreign universities in the city of Karaganda. It is designed to help in conducting career guidance work with school graduates.Branches of foreign universities are being opened taking into account the needs of the regions for certain specialists.— Currently, strategic partnerships have been established with 23 foreign universities, and negotiations are underway with 11 more, — said Ruslan Emelbayev, Advisor to the Minister of Science and Higher Education. — This opens up new prospects for Kazakhstani youth. After all, education at such universities meets international standards and is also supported by state grants. By passing the UNT and entrance exams of these universities, you can get a popular specialty for free. This year, 2,000 grants were allocated for training at branches. This practice will continue in the next academic year.The most popular among applicants was the Scottish Heriot-Watt University, which has been operating on the basis of Zhubanov University in Aktobe since 2022. Currently, the university has about 600 students, and the university itself attracts graduates with its high rating and affordable admission conditions.— To enter Heriot-Watt University, UNT results are sufficient, and English language proficiency is confirmed by an internal exam. IELTS exam instead. This significantly simplifies the admission process for Kazakhstani applicants. In addition, our students have the opportunity to study at the university's branches in Malaysia, Dubai and Edinburgh, which opens up wide opportunities for experience exchange, says Askarbek Imansheev, a representative of Zhubanov University.Third year branch. A professor from the University of Economics works at Shakarim University in Bydgoszcz (Poland), where he trains sports and recreation managers.“Today, this is a very popular specialty,” says Madina Zhylgeldinova, a representative of the university. — The first year of study will be held in a distance learning format. And in the second year, it is planned to go to Poland and study offline. And the third year is again in Kazakhstan. Graduates will receive two diplomas at the same time, one of which is of European standard. The exhibition aroused great interest among schoolchildren and their parents.“I learned about the double diploma program and opportunities that I had not heard of before,” said 11th grade student Anar Alzhappar. — It was especially useful to get acquainted with universities offering programs in physics and mathematics. Now I understand better which way to go next.The organizers are the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan in conjunction with the Akimat of the Karaganda region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928268

The Karaganda region akimat discussed how the instructions given by the President of the country at the expanded meeting of the Government on January 28 will be implemented. At the meeting, which was attended by the region's active participants, all eight main directions announced by the Head of State were discussed.Regional akim Yermaganbet Bulekpayev noted that attracting investment to the economy is in the first place.- As you know, last year our region achieved the set indicators. The economy grew by 13.7%. The volume of investments in fixed assets by 2023 increased by 61%, amounting to 1.4 trillion tenge. 13 investment projects worth 200 billion tenge were implemented, 2.5 thousand jobs were created, however, we understand that our development potential is still huge, - said the head of the region. – Sectoral departments, akims of cities and districts should intensify work on attracting foreign investors and ensure support for implemented projects from the design stage to full production. This is our KPI, akims are personally responsible. All issues of investors must be resolved!Deputy akim of the region Yermek Alpysov noted that in 2025 it is planned to attract 1.5 trillion tenge of investment, of which about 90% is private capital.It was noted that one of the growth points of the economy should be tourism. Yermaganbet Bulekpayev instructed to conduct an audit of the tourist infrastructure in the Balkhash and Karkaraly districts, as well as vacant land plots for the development of tourism in the suburbs. It is also necessary to form a list of large projects, attracting domestic and foreign investors.The development of logistics and e-commerce are also potential areas. The Head of State noted the need to create an international air hub. Karaganda airport can play its role here: investors plan to build a cargo terminal for the transportation of up to 50 thousand tons of cargo annually. The airport already serves cargo flights from Ecuador, the Netherlands, Belgium and Southeast Asia. It is planned to increase the number of technical landings of aircraft on the China-Europe-China route.As for the introduction of artificial intelligence, it was proposed to use electronic assistants to advise citizens on the services of state bodies.In the housing and communal services sector, the modernization and construction of new networks will continue. This year, six projects are planned to improve the heat supply of the population and 33 projects to provide high-quality drinking water and sewage. 3.2 km of heating networks, 98.9 km of water pipelines and sewerage networks will be built and upgraded.To solve the energy shortage, it is planned to implement major projects at three energy sources in the region by 2028: Karaganda CHP-3, Topar CHP and Balkhash CHP. Two new boiler houses and four turbines will be commissioned to increase capacity.The council also discussed strengthening budget discipline and further developing a "state that listens to the voice of the people."- I have been visiting enterprises and holding meetings in a new format. Workers do not always come to our annual meetings with the people. I instruct my deputies, akims, to continue this work and hold meetings with labor collectives, representatives of business, the agro-industrial complex, youth and other sectors, - said Ermaganbet Bolekpayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928267

The successful experience of the city of Saran in the Karaganda region in diversifying the economy was cited as an example. The former mono-city began to collect significant tax revenues. This was possible thanks to the development of the industrial zone.- Akims of cities and districts, together with specialized departments, must constantly work to increase the tax base, develop business, attract new investments, and reduce infrastructure gaps. For example, in the city of Saran, the economy has been fully diversified due to the support of new and existing industries. Last year, 21.4 billion tenge of taxes and payments were received by the state budget. Of these, 7.2 billion went to the republican budget, 14.2 billion to the local budget, half of which went to the city budget to solve key problems, - said Deputy Akim of the region Yermek Alpysov at the regional asset council to discuss the implementation of the tasks set by the Head of State at an expanded meeting of the Government.He noted that one of the growth points in the region will be the creation of a metallurgical cluster near Temirtau. State support for new SME projects is provided, including subsidies from the local budget.And a silicon cluster can be created in the Saryarka SEZ.The deputy akim of the region also spoke about the development of small industrial zones. These are areas where local producers can place their workshops on preferential terms. This year, it is planned to open two small industrial zones in Karaganda and one in Saran. Similar areas are being developed in Temirtau - on the basis of Karmet Service and in Shakhtinsk - on the basis of a synthetic detergent plant that has been idle for many years.Regional akim Yermaganbet Bolekpayev instructed to create small industrial zones in other cities and districts and carry out work to restore idle production.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928287

Akim of Karaganda region Yermaganbet Bolekpayev reminded monopolists of the need to be accountable to consumers. Residents should be informed about the implementation of the “Tariff instead of investment” program.– I ask the authorized bodies to consider and submit specific proposals for the modernization of networks, attracting private funds, the so-called “long money”, for this. Also, strictly monitor the “Tariff instead of investment” program. Monopolists should explain to residents where they are directing their funds. The Department of the Committee for Regulation of Natural Monopolies should monitor this. Tariffs are rising, but we all need to see positive changes, - said Yermaganbet Bulekpayev at the regional active council to discuss the implementation of the instructions given by the Head of State at the expanded meeting of the Government.This year, it is necessary to ensure 100 percent access to centralized water supply in cities and districts, he noted.In addition, work will continue to reduce the wear and tear of engineering networks.First Deputy Akim of the region Azamat Taizhanov reported that this year it is planned to build and reconstruct 81.1 km of water supply networks. 25 water blocks should be installed in sparsely populated settlements.In addition, the plan for 2025 provides for the reconstruction, modernization and capital construction of more than 85 km of power transmission lines.To improve heat supply, it is planned to reconstruct and construct 24.5 km of networks. The projects will be implemented at the expense of budget funds and investment programs. In addition, it is planned to carry out current repairs of 68 km of heating networks. It is planned to build a boiler house in the village of Shashubai, Aktogay district.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928289

Karaganda residents and guests of the city are invited to a piano music concert on February 2 at 12:00. In the "Shalkyma" concert hall, the Karaganda Academic Symphony Orchestra named after E. Rakhmadiev will perform wonderful works by Bach and Ravel.The program includes Johann Sebastian Bach's Piano Concerto No. 1 in D-moll and Maurice Ravel's Concerto for Orchestra No. 1 in G-dur.Soloists - Nurgul Toleuova (Almaty) and Makpal Kabden (Paris).Pianist Makpal Kabden was born in China. He graduated from the postgraduate course of the Paris Higher Music School named after A. Corto in the class of the famous teacher and performer Gigla Katsarava. Laureate of many prestigious competitions. Conducting a successful concert activity.At the conductor's podium is the composer Abulkhair Sagymbayev, laureate of international competitions.You can get information by calling 41-13-14, 41-22-36.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928292

Today, 57 apartment buildings are being built in Karaganda, of which 48 have all the permits, 4 have a full package of documents, but construction work has been suspended, 3 do not have permits, and 2 have long-term construction.List of houses under construction with all the permits for construction and installation work.However, the list of housing complexes under construction does not include residential complexes that have been commissioned and have permits to attract equity investors issued by the akimat.In addition, housing construction cooperatives (HCCs) are being created to attract equity investors, which is not prohibited by law, but does not give a 100% guarantee of the completion dates of the construction of the HCC. Such construction companies are “Zhiloy Fond” TÜKK (all facilities) and “Comfortniy Gorod” (Novy Gorod-2 TC, Novy Gorod-3 TC, “Britansky Komfortny Kvartal” TC).Dear Karaganda residents, be very careful before purchasing real estate. All transactions made while circumventing the current legislation on shared construction are invalid. These include a preliminary reservation agreement, an investment agreement, and an agreement granting the right of claim.All detailed information can be obtained from the State Architectural and Construction Control Department of the Karaganda region, as well as the Department of Architecture and Urban Planning of the city of Karaganda (42-11-76, 42-12-65).Attention of developers - the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On equity participation in housing construction" prohibits the attraction of funds from equity holders without appropriate permission, while Article 320 of the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan on Administrative Offenses, as well as Article 214 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, provides for liability for engaging in prohibited types of entrepreneurial activity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928674

In Balkhash, the Kazakhmys Progress enterprise produced ST-1 technical selenium. The first batch - 100 tons of products - was shipped. This was reported by the press service of the Kazakhmys company.For the first time in Kazakhstan, a unique method of vacuum distillation was used for industrial purposes. The technology was developed by scientists from the Institute of Metallurgy and Enrichment of the Kazakh National Technical Research University named after K. Satpayev. The unique installation allows producing products that meet the requirements of the world non-ferrous metals market. The method provides a high degree of selenium purification without the use of reagents, which makes the process environmentally safe."Today, selenium is used in the production of solar cells, photocopiers, glass, ceramics, as well as in the medical and chemical industries. The launch of a new production facility in Balkhash opens up new horizons for strengthening the economic positions of Kazakhstan and Kazakhmys in the global non-ferrous metals market," the statement said.In 2020, the Balkhash industrial site began implementing a project to purify black selenium, which is produced as a by-product during the production of precious metals. In 2022, a new production site was launched, and in 2023 it began to be used industrially.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/928680

The Higher Agrotechnical College, founded in 1968, is a specialized higher educational institution in our country. Currently, within the framework of the “Bright Future” program, about 150 students from Mangistau region are receiving free education in colleges of Akmola region. This project has become an important support for young people who want to master in-demand specialties and get a quality education.The program covers 10 working specialties, including agronomy, mechanics, information systems, land management and electrical power supply. Students not only receive free education, but also receive a hostel, three meals a day and an additional scholarship within the framework of the state order for local education. Also, since 2016, the Higher Agrotechnical College has been a participant in the international WorldSkills competition. Students become prizewinners of regional and republican competitions. He participated in the international WorldSkills Lyon competition in the "Electrical Installation System" category and took the third prize in the republican competition "Industrial Automation".A participant in the program, a first-year student, Asadbek Golbayev, came from Aktau to study programming at the Higher Agrotechnical College in the village of Shagalaly. He became interested in programming from an early age and plans to work at KazMunayGas in the future."I was provided with free accommodation and meals in a hostel. This program is a great opportunity," says Asadbek Golbayev.According to the director of the college, Arman Ospanov, in 2024, 48 students were admitted to the educational institution under the "Bright Future" program. The project is financed by the national company "KazMunayGas" and is intended for students aged 12-22. In addition, in his Address, the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted: "The state must systematically increase its human resources potential." It is necessary to train qualified personnel not only in higher educational institutions, but also in technical and vocational education organizations in the country. This means creating conditions for college graduates to demonstrate their high results and provide them with the opportunity to work in industry-related government agencies. Students of higher agrotechnical colleges actively participate in international, republican and regional competitions and regularly win prizes. This indicates the high level of training and professionalism of our students. Our current goal is to train specialists for the agricultural sector of the region with high professional and social competence, ready for continuous improvement, capable of mastering and developing modern production technologies, and competitive in the conditions of a science-intensive economy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/928864

Akim of Abay region Nurlan Urankhayev once again received citizens and listened to their problems. Residents asked the regional head their questions and received specific answers. At the reception, our fellow countrymen presented their requests for housing, medical and material support.Among those registered for reception, those who requested housing were given a decent response. The regional akim noted that the process of allocating housing is being carried out in accordance with established state standards. It was noted that those on the shelter queue will receive apartments only in accordance with the queue."Solving social problems is our task. Every resident of the region should feel the care of the state. We will continue to work to improve the quality of life of people, expand their support measures, and increase the availability of social services," the regional head said.At the end of the personal reception, the regional akim instructed the heads of responsible departments to pay close attention to citizens' requests and take measures to resolve them as soon as possible. He said that each raised issue would be monitored.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/928678

In order to further develop air traffic between cities within the country and meet passenger demand, airlines that will operate subsidized flights in 2025 have been determined according to the results of the competition. Subsidized routes will not only allow the country's residents to travel at affordable prices, but will also ensure the development of the domestic air market.Tickets can be purchased on the official websites of the airlines.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/928568

A meeting was held in Almaty on the issues of transportation of oversized and heavy cargo, as well as components of wind generators, under the chairmanship of Altai Ali, Head of the Committee for Road Transport and Transport Control of the Ministry of Transport of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Ruslan Isaev, Deputy Chief Transport Prosecutor. The meeting was attended by heads of territorial inspections, working group participants, regional chambers of the Atameken National Economic and Trade Union, associations and carriers.A number of issues aimed at eliminating administrative obstacles for entrepreneurs were discussed during the meeting. For example, in the event of a special permit, the process of coordinating the route of a 1.5-kilometer highway section in the area of ​​the Nur-Zholy customs post will be eliminated.In addition, it is planned to install a stationary automated measuring device near the village of Lavar in the Almaty region to prevent premature wear of roads and the amount of cargo loaded on vehicles from exceeding the established norm.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/transport/press/news/details/928819

The Committee for the Protection of Children's Rights of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan has summarized the results of the inspection conducted in 2024. A total of 342 organizations were inspected in 18 regions, including 120 on-site and 58 as part of unscheduled inspections. The inspections covered secondary education, healthcare, and social protection institutions, including organizations for orphans and children left without parental care, as well as specialized institutions for children with special educational needs. As a result of the identified violations, 24 administrative protocols were filed, fines of more than 2 million tenge were imposed, 133 orders were issued, and 164 recommendations for their elimination were sent. In addition, 78 officials were brought to disciplinary responsibility. "The inspections showed that there were violations of the law by local executive bodies in the field of protecting children's rights. This indicates the importance of strengthening control over compliance with the legislation and creating a safe environment for their education and upbringing. All participants in the system are responsible for the rights and well-being of children, and their main task is to protect, support and ensure equal opportunities for every child,” noted Nasymzhan Ospanova, Chairperson of the Committee for the Protection of Children’s Rights of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan. As a result of the measures taken, the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan ensured the restoration of the following rights of more than 1,500 children:• Housing rights – preservation of the right to ownership or use of housing for orphans and children left without parental care.• Property rights – protection of the assets and legitimate interests of minors.• The right to live and be raised in a family – prevention of unlawful decisions that limit the interests of children.• The right to education – ensuring access to an appropriate level of education, including additional education.• Psychological and pedagogical support – support in an educational environment that promotes the harmonious development of children.• Psychological well-being – ensuring the emotional and mental health of students measures aimed at strengthening. Additionally, recommendations were made on the organization of meals in educational institutions in order to prevent potential risks to children's health. These results emphasize the importance of continuing systematic work to strengthen mechanisms for protecting children's rights and monitoring. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/928603

Today, January 30, the akim of Mangystau region Nurdaulet Kilybay inspected the construction of a plant for the production of pump-compressor pipes and pump rods under construction in the city of Zhanaozen.The project, which covers an area of ​​12 hectares, was laid in 2024 at the initiative of the head of the region in the city's industrial zone No. 1.The construction of the plant is being carried out by Kaskor Engineering LLP. This enterprise is one of the leading mechanical engineering companies in the region that produces equipment for the oil and gas industry and chemical production.At the construction site, the installation of metal structures is currently 75% complete. According to the head of the site, Zhenis Tukayev, the roof and facade of the facility have been covered, and construction work is progressing at full speed according to schedule. In addition, the construction of a boiler house and a substation is underway.Currently, 126 people are involved in the construction site. The installation of equipment will begin on February 20, and the building's perimeter will be completely closed by the end of March.The regional akim instructed to take all necessary measures for construction work and complete it within the specified time.It should be noted that the construction of a plant for the production of pump-compressor pipes and pump rods in Zhanaozen will help solve the problem of unemployment and increase the efficiency of local production of equipment necessary for production in the city.In addition, during his visit to Zhanaozen, Nurdaulet Kilybay met with farm owners and discussed issues in the agricultural sector and the country as a whole.Press service of the akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/928721

On January 30, the eighteenth extraordinary session of the regional maslikhat was held with the participation of the akim of Mangystau region Nurdaulet Kilybay. At the meeting, the head of the region raised a number of important issues, including proposals to conduct free internships for 100 students in Turkey, send medical workers to advanced training courses abroad, and remove public utilities from the competitive environment and transfer them to the balance of local akimats.During the session, the head of the health department Bekbolat Izbasarov provided information on social support measures aimed at improving the quality of medical services in the region. According to him, the region currently lacks 280 doctors. The main reasons for the shortage of personnel are the insufficient social support provided to invited specialists and the shortage of qualified doctors.- Currently, specialists are provided with a lump sum allowance of 100 MCI and a budget loan within the framework of the “Diploma to the village” program. In 2024, 198 places were allocated under the regional grant. In addition, 24 qualified doctors have been invited to the region, and apartments or dormitories are being rented for 33 specialists in the region. 3 million tenge is being provided as support to doctors arriving in Aktau, 5 million tenge to doctors arriving in Zhanaozen, and 8.5 million tenge to doctors arriving in the districts, - said Bekbolat Izbasarov.Summing up the session, the regional governor Nurdaulet Kilybay noted a number of initiatives aimed at the development of the region.- This week, an expanded meeting of the Government was held under the chairmanship of the Head of State Kassym-Jomart Kemelovich Tokayev. The President emphasized the importance of developing infrastructure and promoting tourism in the Mangistau region. In accordance with the instructions of the Head of State, we will work in this direction.In addition, we plan to conduct free internships in Turkey for 100 students in the field of tourism and improve the qualifications of doctors. It is being considered to take municipal services in the city, in particular street cleaning and landscaping, out of the competitive environment and transfer them to the balance of the Aktau city akimat.Perhaps we should increase the funding you have proposed to attract qualified medical specialists to the region, and we should also consider the issue of housing construction.There is a lot of work to be done, and major projects are ahead. I think we will work together with you in this responsible matter, - said Nurdaulet Kilybay.Press service of the akim of Mangystau regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mangystau/press/news/details/928725

Artificial intelligence in education: introduction of innovative technologies in Kazakhstani higher education institutionsA seminar on the introduction of artificial intelligence into the country's education system was held at Satbayev University, organized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The event brought together vice-rectors for digitalization of the country's leading higher education institutions, experts in the field of AI, and representatives of state bodies. The moderator of the event, Nursultan Makhatov, Director of the Department of Digitization and Public Services of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, noted the importance of introducing digital tools such as large language models to ensure the country's digital sovereignty:- We want to convey to the participants how artificial intelligence can transform the activities of the university from an academic department to a management department. This will help us ensure the digital sovereignty of our country in the future, he said.In addition to explanations about the principles of artificial intelligence and the interaction of students and teachers in the new reality, the master class presented Kazakhstani developments such as the KazLLM large language model in the Kazakh language and the National State Intelligence Platform, which is currently developing chatbots for the "Electronic Government" portal.The seminar participants were presented with a presentation by Atakan Hussein, Director General of the Institute of Intelligent Systems and Artificial Intelligence (ISSAI), who presented the KazLLM large language model, developed for processing, analyzing and generating texts. The model is based on 150 billion tokens in Kazakh, Russian, English and Turkish and is available on the Internet at https://oylan.nu.edu.kz/.The seminar also presented the innovative program on artificial intelligence "AI-Sana", which creates favorable conditions for the development of AI technologies, training qualified personnel and giving a new impetus to the scientific and technological progress of the country.The seminar ended with a foresight session aimed at developing strategies for integrating AI into educational processes, led by Oleg Metsik, Director of SIMKON. Participants practically developed plans for the introduction of artificial intelligence in their universities and discussed the prospects for using digital tools to improve the quality of education and management efficiency in higher education institutions of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/928714

The capital's utilities are working in an enhanced mode around the clock. During the day, they remove snow from the city with thousands of trucks, the official website of the Astana akimat reports.On the morning of January 31, 2,633 road workers and 1,862 special equipment went out to clear snow.On the night of January 31, more than 50 thousand cubic meters of snow were removed from the capital's snow dumps by 3,735 heavy truck flights.Since the beginning of the winter season, more than 4.5 million cubic meters of snow have been removed from the city by 353,998 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/928639