Astana, January 13, 2025 – the Ministry of foreign affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan discussed the current state and prospects for the development of Kazakh-Cypriot relations within the framework of the second meeting of Political Consultations between the ministries of foreign affairs of the two countries.The main topics of the event, chaired by Deputy Minister of foreign affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vasilenko and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of foreign affairs of the Republic of Cyprus Andreas Kakuris, were the exchange of views on issues of political, trade and economic cooperation, expanding the legal framework, as well as key aspects of the International and regional agenda.R. Vasilenko noted that Kazakhstan considers Cyprus as an important and reliable partner in the European Union. He expressed readiness to further deepen bilateral and multilateral ties.In turn, the head of the Cypriot delegation noted the importance of regular meetings of the heads of foreign ministries of the two countries, including the UN General Assembly in September and the meeting of foreign ministers of the OSCE member states in December. According to A. Kakuris, the recent opening of the Embassy of Cyprus in Kazakhstan was an important step towards strengthening the entire spectrum of relations between Nicosia and Astana.At the end of the meeting, the parties approved the schedule of further contacts in order to effectively implement the previously reached agreements.On the same day, the Cypriot delegation met with Deputy Minister of foreign affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev and exchanged views on the situation within the framework of international and regional organizations.The parties agreed on the need to resolve conflicts in the region only by peaceful means, guided by the principles of international law.For reference: in January-November 2024, the trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Cyprus amounted to 7.1 million US dollars (exports – 6.1 million, imports – 1 million), which is 5 times higher than the same indicator in 2023. Since 2005, the volume of foreign direct investment from Cyprus to Kazakhstan has exceeded доллардан 4.8 billion. More than 370 companies with the participation of Cypriot capital are registered in Kazakhstan. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/917042

THE NATIONAL FLAG OF KAZAKHSTAN WAS RAISED AT THE UNIVERSIADE IN TURINToday, the National flag-raising ceremony was held at the athletes' campus of the XXXIII World Winter Student Games.The Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Sayasat Nurbek, addressed Kazakhstani athletes before the opening of the XXXII World Winter Universiade in Turin. About 2,000 student-athletes from various countries will take part in this prestigious competition, which brings together students from all over the world.The honor of Kazakhstan at the Universiade will be defended by 103 athletes representing national and youth national teams. According to the Minister, creating conditions for the comprehensive development of youth, including active sports, is one of the key tasks of the Ministry. Sayasat Nurbek also focused on supporting talented students by providing them with opportunities to participate in national and international competitions."The President pays special attention to the development of sports. This strategic direction is aimed not only at the development of the sports sector, but also at strengthening the health of the population as a whole, as well as improving the quality of life. This initiative of the Head of State underlines the need to popularize sports and physical culture among the population," the Minister said.In his address, Sayasat Nurbek stressed confidence in the athletes' victories, wished them good luck and noted that all Kazakhstanis were looking forward to their successes.Also before the competition, Vice Minister of Science and Higher Education Talgat Yeshenkulov, who heads the Kazakh delegation, met with representatives of the national team to work out the latest preparatory work.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/917031

Astana, January 10, 2025 – At the invitation of the Kazakh side, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Zheenbek Kulubaev paid his first official visit to Astana.During the talks, Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan Zheenbek Kulubaev discussed a wide range of issues of bilateral cooperation, priority areas of political, trade-economic, investment, water-energy, transit-transport and cultural-humanitarian interaction. They expressed mutual commitment to deepening of alliance on the basis of friendship, brotherhood and good-neighborliness.The Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan emphasized that due to the political will of the Heads of State, Kazakh-Kyrgyz relations have been brought to a qualitatively new level of interaction. In particular, following the official visit of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov, the Treaty on Deepening and Expanding Allied Relations between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan was signed, a number of economic, cultural and humanitarian events were held, aimed at comprehensive strengthening of the bonds of friendship between the two countries.“Kyrgyzstan is not only a reliable ally for us, but also a good neighbor and a brotherly nation, with which we are linked by centuries-old ties of friendship, common spiritual values and common Turkic roots,” said Nurtleu.For his part, Minister Kulubaev reiterated that today the relations between the two countries have reached a qualitatively new level, having acquired the character of deepened allied relations.The heads of the foreign ministries of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan reviewed in detail the implementation of the agreements reached during the 6th High Interstate Council of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Kyrgyz Republic, held in Astana on April 19, 2024. They agreed to continue to assist in further expansion of inter-parliamentary and intergovernmental relations.The parties emphasized the importance of expanding economic cooperation. Today Kazakhstan is among the three largest trade partners of Kyrgyzstan. Thanks to the measures taken, in recent years the bilateral trade turnover has steadily exceeded 1.5 billion US dollars. In the context of the implementation of the agreements reached at the highest level, the ministers agreed to promote the increase of mutual trade up to 3 billion US dollars. In this context, they noted the importance of launching the Industrial Trade and Logistics Complex on the Kazakh-Kyrgyz border, expanding the nomenclature of bilateral trade turnover, holding regular business forums and trade missions, as well as further developing interregional ties.Particular attention was paid to the creation of favorable conditions for the business communities of the two countries. Kazakhstan has invested more than 1.3 billion dollars in the Kyrgyz economy.The ministers noted the significant potential for cooperation in the spheres of energy, transportation, logistics, including the prospects for the implementation of joint projects. They expressed readiness to promote the development of fruitful cooperation in these areas.The issues of deepening cultural and humanitarian ties, which are the basis of strong and long-term relations between the two states, were discussed in a separate item.Last year, the Days of Culture of Kyrgyzstan and a number of large-scale events were held in Kazakhstan with great success, including joint concerts, movie days, forums of youth and elders. This year it is planned to hold cross-cultural movie days, as well as the 3rd Kazakh-Kyrgyz Youth Forum.The Kazakh side reported that the KazAID will continue to conduct educational courses for young diplomats from Central Asian countries, as well as academic exchange of students and professional development of teachers of medical universities. In this regard, the Kazakh side invited the Kyrgyz side to take an active part in these programs.During the meeting, the ministers “compared the notes” on topical issues on the regional and international agenda. They reaffirmed their commitment to close cooperation within the framework of such multilateral structures as the UN, SCO, CTG, CIS, CSTO, CICA, as well as mutual support in promoting international initiatives of the two states.The foreign ministers elaborated on the development of regional cooperation, joint efforts to strengthen peace and stability in Central Asia, interaction within the Consultative Meetings of the Heads of State of Central Asia and the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea. In this context, they expressed their readiness to further strengthen inter-ministerial interaction, including within the framework of the Council of Foreign Ministers and the Program of Cooperation between the Foreign Ministries of the two countries for 2024-2026 adopted last year.During the official visit, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic ZheenbekKulubaev was also received by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/916369

Astana, January 13, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Roman Vassilenko received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Austria to the Republic of Kazakhstan Andrea Bacher.During the meeting the parties discussed the Kazakh-Austrian cooperation in the political, economic and cultural spheres, reviewed the results of bilateral interaction in 2024 and the schedule of upcoming events.Welcoming the regular political dialogue at the highest and high level, the sides deliberated on the implementation of the agreements reached at the meeting between President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and President of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen in 2022 and a series of talks between the Kazakh and Austrian foreign ministers last year.The Deputy Minister noted the Kazakh side’s commitment to the comprehensive strengthening of the relationship with Austria and the interest in broadening mutually beneficial trade and investment partnership.He further noted that the Kazakh-Austrian Intergovernmental Commission on Economic, Agricultural, Environmental, Industrial, Technical, and Technological Cooperation (IGC) and the Business Council play a central role in enhancing bilateral cooperation and identifying new prospective areas of engagement.As the IGC co-chair, Deputy Minister Vassilenko confirmed the interest in hosting the next session of the commission in Astana this spring and pointed out the favorable environment in Kazakhstan for Austrian companies, investors and financial institutions as well as opportunities to participate in various projects with foreign investments and technologies, including the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR).The parties also focused on issues of the broadening of the legal framework of the bilateral cooperation.In conclusion, the Deputy Minister wished the new Austrian Ambassador every success in her mission in Kazakhstan.For reference: In 2023, the Kazakh-Austrian trade reached 332.6 million US dollars (exports – 9.7 million, imports – 322.9 million); during January - November 2024 – 257.4 million US dollars (exports – 4.1 million, imports – 253.3 million). The gross inflow of investment from Austria to Kazakhstan since 2005 has amounted to over 3 billion dollars. There are more than 180 enterprises with the participation of Austrian capital registered in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/916912

A flower-laying ceremony was held in Shymkent at the monument in memory of a prominent public figure, the pride of our country, Dinmukhamed Akhmetovich Kunayev.The ceremony was attended by veterans, members of the public, and numerous citizens.During the event, there were memories of Dinmukhamed Akhmetovich, who was at the head of Kazakhstan for a quarter of a century and had a significant impact on the development of the country's economic, social and public potential.Chairman of Shymkent city Maslikhat B.Narymbetov noted the outstanding role of D.A.Kunayev in the development of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/916750

During another visit to the city's facilities, Akim Gabit Syzdykbekov got acquainted with the work of the educational and production base and the educational building of the Higher Multidisciplinary Agricultural College located in Karatau district. The college management informed about the ongoing work on the training of qualified specialists and the implementation of innovative projects in the field of agriculture.During the acquaintance with the potential of the educational institution, the mayor noted the importance of employment of graduates. Responsible persons were instructed to review and ensure the introduction of varieties of domestic crops into projects implemented in Shymkent jointly with foreign investors.The mayor also got acquainted with the activities of ”Dala Fruit" LLP. The company is engaged in the cultivation, storage and sale of apples using the latest technologies.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/916763

In Shymkent, Deputy of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Azhar Sagandykova held a meeting with the chairmen of ethnic and cultural associations and discussed topical issues of interethnic relations.The Chairmen shared their thoughts on methods of preserving national values, promoting the traditions of each ethnic group and fostering patriotism among young people. They noted the need to increase knowledge about the culture and history of the Kazakh people, as well as strengthen mutual understanding and unity between different ethnic groups.During the conversation, issues of interethnic communication were raised. The Chairmen noted the importance of interethnic harmony in Kazakhstan and noted that representatives of different nationalities living in the country should treat each other with respect.The issue of increasing the wages of working citizens was also raised.At the end of the meeting, the deputy noted that she supports the work of ethno-cultural associations, and is working together to preserve national accord.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/916768

The Akimat of Shymkent city is systematically working to return illegally provided land plots and facilities to state ownership. At the end of last year, the Central Water Sports Complex was returned from trust management to state ownership.In 2017, by a decree of the Akimat of the South Kazakhstan region, the Central Water Sports Complex was transferred to trust management with the right to purchase. The market value of the facility was 1 billion 213 million 700 thousand tenge. As a result of e-commerce, a trust management agreement was concluded with the winner of GRAND TRUST LLP. According to the contract, the trustee had to invest 500 million tenge in the facility and fulfill tax obligations on time.However, the terms of the contract were not fulfilled. Due to the unfair performance of the duties of the management company, the building has become unusable today. The walls were cracked, and some of the floor coverings had collapsed. During the preliminary inspection, it was established that the complex does not meet safety requirements and its operation poses a threat to the life and health of citizens.Under the leadership of the director of GRAND TRUST LLP, Sadykov A., the trust management company was annually funded from the local budget. More than 1 billion 218 million tenge was allocated for the maintenance of the building and the training of athletes in water sports in the period from 2018 to 2024. In addition, as part of the per capita financing of the state sports order in 2021-2024, the Aquatics Center LLP, which operated in the Central Water Sports Complex, received funds totaling 335 million tenge.In addition, the company has arrears on tax obligations to the budget of more than 111 million tenge. In this regard, the Akimat of Shymkent filed a statement of claim for the termination of the trust management agreement with GRAND TRUST LLP. The application was granted by the specialized inter-district court of Shymkent. It should be noted that as a result of the inspections, all materials are transferred to the relevant authorities for analysis and legal assessment of the situation.On behalf of the mayor of the city, it is planned to carry out major repairs of the Central Water Sports Complex this year. The head of the megacity also instructed to conduct a comprehensive inspection of all facilities transferred to trust management and identify possible violations.The mayor noted that in the future it is necessary to strengthen control over compliance with the conditions of trust management in order to avoid negligence towards state-owned facilities. Such situations not only damage the city budget, but also undermine the trust of residents and the authority of the city.The press service of the akim of ShymkentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/shymkent/press/news/details/916805

Kazakhstan continues to strengthen its position in the international grain markets.According to KTZ, by the end of 2024, 10.6 million tons of grain were transported, including exports of 8.1 million tons.Among the export destinations: Uzbekistan (3.3 million tons), China (1.7 million tons). 1.2 million tons of grain were delivered to Tajikistan, which is 20% more than in 2023. 140 thousand tons of grain were exported to Kyrgyzstan, which is 1.9 times more than in 2023.The markets of Iran and Azerbaijan have been restored. Grain supplies to Iran increased by 2 times (526 thousand tons), to Azerbaijan - by 1.8 times (211 thousand tons).From September to December 2024, 5 million tons of new-harvest grain were transported, which is 50% more than the same period in 2023. Export volumes increased by 57% and amounted to 3.9 million tons.1.5 million tons were exported to Uzbekistan (an increase of 45%), 633 thousand tons (57%) to Tajikistan, 190 thousand tons (51%) to Afghanistan, and 592 thousand tons (2%) to China.Supplies to Iran increased by 30 times, amounting to 455 thousand tons, 188 thousand tons were exported to Azerbaijan (there were no supplies in September-December 2023).Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/916638

Turkey PVL LLP has completed the second stage of construction of a poultry farm in Pavlodar region.Turkey PVL is the only company in the region specializing in the production of turkey meat. The products are known in Kazakhstan under the brand "Pavlodarskaya Turkey".The company is vertically integrated: feed for turkeys is produced at its own feed mill, the company is engaged in the incubation of birds and their cultivation. This ensures high quality at all stages of production.At the beginning of 2025, the number of birds at the enterprise amounted to 95 thousand heads, and the production volume reached 3 thousand tons. The LLP continues to work on increasing its capacity: in 2024, 10 poultry houses with a capacity of 3.5 thousand tons were commissioned at the factory.In general, after the completion of the investment project, the capacity of the poultry farm will be 8 thousand tons per year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/916781

Vice Minister of Agriculture Amangali Berdalin got acquainted with the activities of KazBeef LLP. The company carries out a full production cycle "from field to counter", starting with breeding livestock and ending with meat processing.Amangali Berdalin examined the livestock reproducer, which specializes in breeding highly productive breeding cattle of the Angus breed, got acquainted with the process of animal breeding, feeding ration, and livestock conditions.It contains 1,200 cattle.The feedlot with a capacity of 15,000 heads has been fully digitized. It contains 11,000 cattle.The Vice Minister discussed with the company's management issues of veterinary safety, reducing the cost of finished products and improving animal health.Since 2020, Feedlot Health Management Service (FHMS) has been advising KazBeef LLP on feeding and monitoring the condition of livestock. Cattle are fattened for an average of 250-300 days, and the diet developed by American nutritionists consists of three stages: dairy feeding for up to 6 months, pasture grazing for up to 10-12 months, and balanced grain fattening until reaching a weight of 550 kg.The next object of the visit was the KazBeef Processing meat processing plant. Since 2018, this company has been producing chilled and frozen products, including semi-finished products, offal, minced meat and burger patties. The production capacity of the plant is 150 head of cattle per day. The products are supplied to the domestic market of Kazakhstan, as well as exported to the countries of the Persian Gulf and Central Asia, including the UAE and Uzbekistan.At the meeting with the company's management, plans to increase production volumes were discussed as part of the instructions of the Head of State to develop deep processing of agricultural products and expand export markets. The Vice Minister noted the importance of observing high standards of veterinary safety at all stages of production, including slaughter and processing.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/916982

These recommendations were developed by the scientific research bureau "Cereals and oilseeds. Kazakhstan"Grain productsThe beginning of 2025 in the Kazakh grain market is marked by an increase in the price tag.tg/kg, including VAT, from the elevatorCurrentaverage price (elevator)ChangesRecommendationPossiblemaxPossible minwheat meag3 cl, 28 clc +113+25sale14590wheat soft 3 cl, up to 25 cl65-sale9570wheat is 3 cl soft, up to 23 cl65+7sale8560wheat is soft 4 cl, up to 20 cl58+5sale8050wheat is 5 kl soft, up to 17 kl48-sale6535barley 2 cells56+1sale6035Durum (prot 14+)85-sale12070Durum (prot 15+)102-sale15090red is a decrease for the week, green is an increase, all prices are for the new crop.Wheat of the 3rd class with gluten 28 has risen the most. There is also an increase in the cost of the "troika", but in slightly smaller proportions with gluten 23 and 20.The "Four" increased by 5 tenge/kg.The price of barley has been adjusted up by 1 tenge/kg.According to the respondents, the market is swinging after the holidays, the peasants are not active.However, grain market participants hope that prices will rise.According to traders, Uzbekistan and Afghanistan are not offering good prices yet, hoping that importers "will soon announce prices above the current ones."Oilseeds/LegumesIn the oilseed market, except for flax, the price positions remained at the previous level.tg/kg, including VAT, from the elevatorCurrent priceChangesRecommendationPossiblemaxPossible minFlax212+6sale200170Rapeseed208-sale250180Sunflower seeds161-sale190160Safflower116-sale11085Soy186-sale285200Mustard black/white215-sale300200Peas (yellow)*92-sale17080Red lentils**189-sale220180Zel lentils (large containers) **307-sale450350*-northern regions with premium quality, **-excluding VAT, the new crop is highlighted in italics Explanation:The current price is the weighted average prices with VAT within Kazakhstan at the elevator or on the wagon for which contracts are concluded. Prices may vary depending on the region, quality indicators, and delivery conditions.Recommendations: stop – it is recommended to suspend trading until more favorable prices; as needed – sale as needed (technical, financial); sale – it is recommended to sell the product, since favorable prospects are not expected in the near future.The possible maximum is the upper price limit, which, as it seems to the authors of this brochure, can reach the price in the current trading season. This opinion is not final, and may change depending on the situation.A possible disadvantage is the lower price limit that a crop can achieve in the current season.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/917012

The incidence of brucellosis in cattle is steadily decreasing.The infection rate has not exceeded 0.08% in the last three years.Also, by the end of 2024, there has been a 30% decrease in the registration of disadvantaged brucellosis sites in the country compared to 2023.This was reported by the Committee for Veterinary Control and Supervision of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan.In particular, according to the serological research plan for 2024, INSPEK LLP examined more than 2,000 cattle, 53 of them responded positively.In order to determine the status of the farm, additional diagnostic studies were conducted, which revealed 95 heads of cattle with brucellosis.According to veterinary and sanitary regulations, all animals have been put in for sanitary slaughter.Disinfection was carried out in the farm on an area of 13,200 square meters.m.On January 10, restrictive measures were introduced in the farm. The forces of the RSU "Republican Antiepizootic squad" of the KVKN of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan are conducting recreational activities.The situation is under the control of the veterinary service.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/917041

The open football championship of the Zhetysai District children's and Youth Sports School No. 1 of the Department of Physical Culture and sports of the Turkestan region was held at the Central Stadium named after K. Munaitpasov in zhetysai.Within the framework of the 130th anniversary of turar Ryskulov, 10 teams from neighboring districts and cities took part in the tournament among young people born in 2014-2015 under the motto "We are against drug addiction", which determined the best among themselves.According to the results of the competition, the team of the Arman's akademi football school, which showed its agility and organization, took the III place, and the team of the Zhetysai District children's and Youth Sports School No. 1 of the Department of Physical Culture and sports of the Turkestan region took the II place. And the youth team of Kentau took the first place and became the champion of the competition. In addition, a number of players received various nominations, who showed the best expression of the game and were very fond of the audience.The winning teams and individual players who received nominations were awarded diplomas, cups and medals of the director of the Zhetysai District children's and Youth Sports School No. 1 Gabit Zhanayev.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/916992

Head of State Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed to improve and increase the accessibility of healthcare infrastructure in populated areas. A lot of work is being done in this direction in the Turkestan region. According to Deputy Akim of the Turkestan region Beysenbai Tazhibayev, in order to meet the needs of the population and improve the quality of medical care, priority attention is being paid to the construction of modern medical facilities and the training of specialized specialists in the region.- Construction of 55 healthcare facilities was started in the Turkestan region last year. Within the framework of the national pilot project "Modernization of rural healthcare", 48 primary health care facilities were built. Several medical facilities are being renovated. As a result, more than 100,000 residents of villages and towns will be provided with medical care. In addition, modern equipment and ambulances have been purchased in hospitals and polyclinics in the region. Work will continue to improve the availability of medical services in the villages," Beisenbai Tazhibayev said.Sanitary requirements and fire safety have been met at the newly opened facilities. They are equipped with modern medical equipment. These institutions provide high-quality primary health care to rural residents.To date, the need for 58 medical facilities has been identified, of which 25 are planned to be implemented in 2025.The relevant work is constantly being studied and carried out to provide the population of the region with qualified medical specialists. A shortage of 423 specialized specialists has been identified in the region. 141 of them belong to the regional multidisciplinary hospital with 570 beds in the city of Turkestan. It is planned to allocate 639 residency grants according to the 5-year plan to reach specialists. And since 2023, 176 grants have been disbursed.In total, more than 24,000 medical workers work in medical organizations of the Turkestan Regional Health Department. Last year, 40 doctors underwent advanced training in Russia, and 234 mid-level health workers attended the medical hospital of the Office of the Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Astana.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/916493

In order to promote a healthy lifestyle through the development of mass sports, the Kys-2025 regional marathon was held as part of the Year of Working Professions and the 60th anniversary of the Shardara district. About 200 people took part in the marathon, the running distance was 3 kilometers from Abai Square to the Central Stadium.Akim of the district Arman Karsybayev took part in the event and wished the participants good luck."The Head of State declared 2025 the Year of Working Professions, and I sincerely congratulate you on the opening of the regional marathon "Shardara audandyk Kys-2025", dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the formation of the Shardara district. Today we met at a marathon organized as part of an important and significant event in our district. This is not only a sports festival, but also a celebration of will and courage. I am glad that such a large-scale event is taking place in the Shardara district. This marathon promotes mass sports and a healthy lifestyle. I am sure that such measures will contribute to the development of mass sports in our country," said the akim of the district.The first marathon runners who overcame the distance and crossed the finish line received letters of thanks, medals and valuable prizes from the akim of the district. The best men and women competed individually.In particular, Saken Adyrbai became the best among men, who took the first place, Zabi Yerasyl took the second place, and Rasbai Gabi won the bronze. Among women, Eleanor Tazetdinova took the first place, Laura Kenzhebekkyzy took silver, and Erman Akniet took the third place.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/916508

Within the framework of the Taza Kazakhstan project, initiated by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, a large-scale clean-up took place in Zhetysai district today.Akim of the district Serik Mamytov, Chairman of the district maslikhat Medet Kassymov, employees of state and quasi-state institutions, as well as local residents took part in the event aimed at drawing public attention to the preservation of cleanliness in places of residence and the formation of an ecological culture.Sanitary cleaning, which was attended by about a thousand people and 8 pieces of equipment, was carried out in the city, towns and all rural districts according to the approved schedule. Employees of state and quasi-state institutions cleaned the streets assigned to them, and residents of the district cleared their household plots of garbage. Parks, streets and irrigation channels were also cleaned during the clean-up.In addition, during the mass clean-up, garbage accumulations near apartment buildings, in courtyards and along streets were removed, as well as irrigation systems were cleaned. About a thousand seedlings of black poplar, willow and juniper were planted as part of the event.According to the organizers of the clean-up day, work to maintain cleanliness in cities, towns, districts and settlements of the region will continue all year round. In addition, responsible persons will be assigned to each institution and each yard, and rural elders will be involved in maintaining cleanliness.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/916510

Preparations for spring floods have been intensified in the Turkestan region. This issue was discussed at the weekly meeting of the regional akim's office. Akim of Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov instructed the heads of responsible departments and akims of districts and cities to strengthen flood prevention measures and perform their tasks efficiently.– Analyze all areas at risk of flooding and strengthen security measures. All water bodies in the region, including reservoirs, canals, rivers and lakes, must be under strict control. There should be no negligence. Keep the Shardara reservoir under surveillance and carry out planned activities for the region's water bodies," Nuralkhan Kusherov said after hearing reports from akims and heads of responsible structures. Specific instructions were given.According to the head of the Department of Emergency Situations of the Turkestan region, Colonel of Civil Protection Askar Tuleshev, to date, 28 measures have been completed from the engineering action plan for the winter-spring flood period of 2024-2025, and 3 more are in the process of implementation. As a result of the work performed, 68.2 kilometers of drainage channels were mechanically cleaned. In the Kelessky district, 14 kilometers of irrigation ditches were cleared, 350 meters of canals were concreted in Saryagash, and 500 meters of the Arys riverbed were adjusted in the Sairam district. 5 dams have been installed in Sauran and Otyrar districts. These measures are already yielding positive results.In addition, 461 kilometers of irrigation ditches (1,203 objects), 165 channels with a total length of 654 kilometers and 30 kilometers of culverts were cleaned as part of the emergency prevention plan for the autumn-spring period of 2024-2025.263 pieces of equipment have been involved in these works. 109,000 bags, 1,416 tons of inert materials and 141 tons of fuel were also harvested. Memoranda have been signed with entrepreneurs to provide food and household needs in case of emergency. Out of 5,123 culverts on national and regional roads, 4,098 were cleaned, and 282 out of 353 objects under railway tracks.There are 42 reservoirs in the region, with an average occupancy rate of 33%. The Shardara reservoir receives 1,215 cubic meters of water per second, and the discharge is 1,305 cubic meters per second, which corresponds to 86% occupancy.The meeting also heard a report by Kazibek Bedebayev, Director of the Turkestan branch of RSE Kazvodkhoz. He suggested timely and high-quality implementation of projects related to water bodies.It should be noted that 1,064 personnel, 124 pieces of equipment, 11 boats and 92 motor pumps have been trained in the region to prevent emergencies during the spring flood period. Preparations for the spring flood are under strict control of the regional administration.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/916695

The Clean Kazakhstan program continues to be implemented on an ongoing basis in the Turkestan region. According to the approved plan, more than 800 large-scale clean-up events have been held in the region to date. More than 299,000 people took part in the actions, and over 1,500 pieces of equipment were involved. More than 1 million trees have also been planted and about 3,000 tons of garbage have been removed. This was announced at a staff meeting chaired by Akim of the region Nuralkhan Kusherov.The head of the region instructed to systematically continue work on cleaning, landscaping and landscaping, and also stressed the need for high-quality organization of events in this area. In addition, he noted that work will continue in the settlements to maintain cleanliness, improve environmental literacy and conduct awareness-raising activities.At the meeting, the first deputy akim of the region, Zulpikhar Zholdasov, reported on the results of the work within the framework of the Taza Kazakhstan campaign. According to him, the implementation of the program is under constant control.To date, the Telegram Bot regional platform has received 859 applications and requests. Most of the requests have been completed. Since last year, more than 26,702 protocols have been drawn up for violations of legal requirements in public places, which is 2 times more than in 2023. The total amount of fines imposed amounted to 318.5 million tenge. Work on the program will continue.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/916748

As part of the instruction of the Head of State to double the volume of agricultural products in the Turkestan region, plans have been successfully implemented to attract investments in fixed assets, introduce water-saving technologies, scientific application of mineral fertilizers and create modern dairy farms. As a result, the total volume of agricultural products reached 1.1 trillion tenge.Preparations for spring field work in the region are currently in full swing. This issue was discussed at the weekly meeting of the regional akim's office. Akim of Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kusherov gave relevant instructions to the responsible persons.– Agriculture is one of the main drivers of the development of the Turkestan region. Our sowing campaign starts earlier than in other regions. Therefore, it is important to carry out high-quality spring field work. It is necessary to use all state mechanisms to provide support to farmers and agrarians. The established indicators in agriculture must be fulfilled," Nuralkhan Kusherov said.According to Alibek Plalov, acting head of the regional department of agriculture, this year the area of agricultural land will increase by 27 thousand hectares compared to last year and will amount to 896 thousand hectares. Of these: Spring crops – 518 thousand hectares, Winter crops – 204 thousand hectares, Perennial grasses (alfalfa) – 174 thousand hectares.Priority is given to highly profitable crops in the formation of the crop structure. In particular, cotton per 31 thousand hectares (137.1 thousand hectares) of grain crops per 3 thousand hectares (333.6 thousand hectares) of oilseeds per 2 thousand hectares (72.7 thousand hectares). Melon crops will be reduced by 8 thousand hectares (66.3 thousand hectares), winter crops - by 6 thousand hectares (223.3 thousand hectares).The need for 61.5 thousand tons of preferential fuels and lubricants has been determined for spring field work. Work on the liberation will begin in February. Commodity producers have enough of the required amount of seeds for spring crops. 7 billion tenge is provided from the regional budget to provide mineral fertilizers. The required amount of fertilizers supplied to the region has been agreed with the domestic fertilizer producer KazAzot JSC, Kazphosphate LLP. Applications for loans for spring field work in the amount of 13 billion tenge have been submitted. To date, applications for 4 billion tenge have been accepted, projects worth 2 billion tenge have been approved, and financing is underway.It is planned to use 25 thousand pieces of equipment for spring field work. Agricultural enterprises have 12,000 tractors, 1,000 seeders, 554 plows, and 1,000 cultivators. 98 percent of the equipment is ready for field work. As a result of the continuous provision of state support, agricultural machinery was updated by 6.3% last year.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/916961