During the staff meeting, the head of the region, Askhat Shakharov, considered issues related to winter road maintenance and ensuring safe driving on the highway.Head of the Department of Passenger Transport and Highways of Aktobe region Aybek Kayer said that 46 enterprises are responsible for the winter maintenance of highways in the region. They have prepared 505 pieces of equipment, of which 104 special vehicles serve roads of national importance, with a length of 1,869 km.38.6 thousand tons of inert materials and 2.9 thousand tons of diesel fuel were harvested. To date, 200 tons of diesel fuel and more than 6 thousand tons of inert materials have been used on highways of regional significance."Work on cleaning roads and sprinkling salt is carried out by contractors on a regular basis, and constant monitoring has been established. Since the beginning of the year, restrictions have been imposed six times on national highways. Currently, the passage in all directions is open. However, in case of deterioration of weather conditions and closure of traffic on the highways, we have 15 heating stations equipped with beds ready. These heating points are located along the trails. Bypass roads with exits were also built in Khromtau and Aitekebi districts to improve the situation on the Samara—Shymkent highway," the head of the department said.Akim of the region instructed to strengthen control over the quality of work performed by contractors, ensure regular cleaning of roads from snow and ice, as well as sprinkling them with salt to prevent the formation of ice. Also, to establish round-the-clock monitoring of road conditions, especially in bad weather, in order to promptly respond and prevent congestion and accidents, and to ensure that road services and rescue units are ready for an emergency response in case of worsening weather conditions, including the mobilization of equipment and personnel.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/913899

Astana, December 25, 2024 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of Japan to Kazakhstan Yasumasa Iijima.During the meeting the parties discussed the current state and prospects for expanding bilateral cooperation in the political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian spheres.Considering the significant volumes of bilateral trade and direct Japanese investment in Kazakhstan, the interlocutors placed particular emphasis on the need to further deepen trade and economic cooperation.In addition, the diplomats expressed their readiness to continue close cooperation in multilateral formats, primarily within the UN and other international platforms.At the conclusion of the meeting, the Japanese Ambassador expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and confirmed his readiness to make every effort to further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/909867

Astana, December 26, 2024 – Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu had a telephone conversation with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov.The Kazakh Foreign Minister expressed his deep condolences to the brotherly people of Azerbaijan and the families who lost their loved ones as a result of the crash of the Azerbaijani airline AZAL aircraft near Aktau city. He wished a speedy recovery to the victims of this tragic accident.During the conversation, the ministers discussed in detail the current agenda of bilateral relations, as well as cooperation within regional formats and international organizations. They confirmed their mutual readiness to further comprehensively strengthen the Kazakh-Azerbaijani strategic partnership and alliance.The schedule of upcoming events in 2025 has been reviewed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/910229

Astana, December 27, 2024 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu held a telephone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus Constantinos Kombos. During the conversation, the parties discussed the status and prospects of bilateral relations, as well as interaction within the framework of international organizations.Interest in further strengthening of political dialog, trade-economic and investment cooperation between Astana and Nicosia was confirmed.The schedule of events at the highest and high levels in 2025 was also reviewed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/911174

Astana, December 31, 2024 – First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Akan Rakhmetullin received copies of credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador of the People's Republic of China Han Chunlin.During the meeting, the parties discussed the full range of topical issues of Kazakh-Chinese cooperation, as well as exchanged views on the prospects for its further development.The interlocutors reviewed the schedule of bilateral visits and events at the highest and highest levels planned in 2025. Special attention was paid to the interaction of countries within the framework of multilateral structures.At the end of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain regular contacts between the foreign ministries of the two countries on topical issues of Kazakh-Chinese cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/912533

Astana, December 30, 2024 – A regular meeting of the Consultative and Advisory Body on the Human Dimension Dialogue Platform was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, chaired by the Ambassador-at-Large Alua Nadirkulova.The agenda of the meeting included key issues related to human rights and environmental safety in Kazakhstan.The meeting opened with a report by Zhomart Aliyev, Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of implementing the principles of environmental justice and ensuring sustainable management of natural resources. The report was followed by a discussion in which NGO representatives, journalists, activists, and human rights experts took part. Special attention was placed on ensuring transparency in environmental decision-making and participation of civil society in environmentally significant decision-making processes.At the second stage of the meeting, Botagoz Zhakselekova, Vice Minister of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan, presented a report on the implementation of national indicators for assessing human rights compliance. She noted the importance of adapting international standards to national realities. During the discussion, issues of digitalization of processes, strengthening public control and raising public awareness of human rights were raised. Kazakhstan is among the countries that provide a voluntary report on the achievement of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, consistently adhering to a policy of openness to international organizations and commitment to ensuring a high-quality standard of living, respect for human rights, building an inclusive society, developing public institutions and gender equality.Civil society representatives actively participate in the preparation of country reports, including in the implementation of the state’s social policy. Aspects of social protection were one of the main topics raised during the meeting.At the final stage of the meeting, the results of the Advisory Body’s work for 2024 were summarized. Participants discussed plans for 2025 aimed at implementing initiatives to improve ecological culture and respect for human rights.The meeting demonstrated the commitment of Kazakhstan to continue working to strengthen democratic principles and international cooperation in the field of human rights and ecology.The Consultative and Advisory Body on the Human Dimension Dialogue Platform was established in 2013 on the initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The platform is an effective tool for facilitating dialogue between the Government and the civil sector. Various topical issues of human rights protection are discussed at the site with the participation of international organizations (UNDP, OHCHR, OSCE, etc.) as observers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/912539

In the past year, the Foreign Ministry has done extensive work to promote and protect Kazakhstan's interests on the world stage. A number of important international events have been held, and a significant contribution has been made to the promotion of the Sustainable Development Goals, strengthening Kazakhstan's role as a reliable partner in addressing global challenges.41 heads of state and government, 4 heads and high representatives of leading international organizations, and 7 heads of parliaments have visited Kazakhstan within the framework of international forums.24 foreign trips of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev were organized and conducted, including state and official visits, as well as his participation in international forums.Murat Nurtleu, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, made 35 trips abroad, covering key countries and regions such as Russia, China, the USA, Austria, Italy, Luxembourg, Croatia, Switzerland, Malta and others, held 205 meetings (including 48 with business circles and 16 telephone conversations) participated in 23 international forums. 30 heads of foreign ministries of foreign states and international organizations visited our country.Kazakhstan's successful chairmanship in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-building Measures in Asia (CICA), the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia (CCGCA) and the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) have become important steps for to further strengthen the country's international influence.A significant result of the work on expanding the regulatory framework with foreign countries was the signing of 67 international treaties.One of the main priorities of Kazakh diplomacy remains the protection of the rights and interests of citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan abroad. In 2024, 36 of our citizens were promptly evacuated from areas of natural disasters and conflicts.Active work continued to improve the status of the Kazakh passport. This year, 15 agreements were signed that exempt holders of various types of Kazakhstani passports from visa requirements in a number of countries. This made it possible to raise Kazakhstan in the ranking of world passports, and at the moment our passport ranks 53rd in the Global Passport Index.An equally important area is the expansion of the geography of Kazakhstan's diplomatic and consular presence abroad. Currently, 121 foreign institutions of the Republic of Kazakhstan operate in 80 countries around the world.The past year has been a breakthrough year for Kazakhstan's cooperation with the Central Asian states. An important achievement in this direction was the signing of a number of strategically significant agreements, which became the basis for deepening multilateral cooperation in various fields. Agreements on allied relations have been signed with Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. The 1st meeting of the Supreme Interstate Council was held with Uzbekistan for the first time and a 10-year Program of strategic partnership and Alliance was signed. A declaration and a comprehensive program on strengthening friendship and deepening a multifaceted strategic partnership for 2025-2027 were signed with Turkmenistan.A confidential political dialogue with Russia was maintained. In 2024, there was a high dynamic of high-level contacts, as well as interaction between the parliaments, governments and foreign ministries of Kazakhstan and Russia, reflecting the strategic nature of bilateral relations.An important event was the state visit of the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin.Putin's visit to Astana, as well as the holding of the XX Forum of Interregional Cooperation. As a result of the visit, more than 20 agreements were signed covering a wide range of economic and political issues. In total, Kazakhstan and Russia are implementing 143 joint projects totaling $33 billion, which highlights the high level of mutual investment and strategic partnership between the two countries.Mutual visits at the highest and highest levels with Belarus have contributed to strengthening cooperation in the political, trade and economic spheres.Peace talks between Azerbaijan and Armenia were held in Almaty. This step has become a significant contribution to maintaining peace and stability in the region, demonstrating Kazakhstan's active role in resolving international conflicts.The visit of the Head of State to China, as well as the return state visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping, have become important stages in the development of the eternal comprehensive strategic partnership with Beijing. Intensive contacts at all levels have led to the signing of 40 bilateral agreements.145 joint projects worth a total of $38 billion are currently being implemented between the two countries. These projects cover various fields, including energy, infrastructure, trade, and innovation.An active political dialogue continued with the leadership of the United States. The visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs M.Nurtleu to Washington became an important stage, where he held talks with the US Secretary of State E. Blinken. Due to the high level of mutual understanding at the highest level, the 6th meeting of the Extended Strategic Partnership Commission was held, as well as the first B5+1 business forum in Almaty. In addition, the 15th meeting of the Council of the United States-Central Asian Framework Agreement on Trade and Investment (TIFA) was held in our country.Our President's regular contacts with the heads of leading European countries and top officials of the European Union have helped bring bilateral cooperation to a qualitatively new level. The Head of State's visits to Hungary, Italy, France and Serbia were organized, as well as meetings in Astana with the leaders of Germany and the Netherlands.During the Head of State's state visit to Paris, 36 contracts worth $2.2 billion were signed. The talks with President Emmanuel Macron in Paris and Riyadh contributed to the deepening of the strategic partnership between Astana and Paris.An agreement on strategic partnership and cooperation has been signed with the UK. Overall, business agreements worth more than $10 billion have been concluded with European countries.The development of cooperation with the States of the Global South has progressed significantly. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev's visits to Singapore and Mongolia were organized, as well as talks with the leaders of Guinea-Bissau, Iran, the Republic of Korea, Congo, Malaysia and Pakistan.The President of Kazakhstan's visits and negotiations with the leaders of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates, as well as with representatives of large businesses in the region, contributed to the promotion of the interests of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Middle East. Following the results of the state visit to Qatar, commercial agreements worth more than $ 20 billion were signed. Intergovernmental cooperation with Doha has been brought to the level of a long-term strategic partnership.The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan traditionally pays special attention to economic diplomacy and attracting foreign investment, as well as promoting domestic products in foreign markets and establishing reliable business relationships with new partners.A meeting of the Council of Foreign Investors was held under the chairmanship of the Head of State, as well as the Kazakhstan Global Investment Roundtable, on the sidelines of which 31 contracts worth $7 billion were signed.According to the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, Kazakhstan attracted investments worth $15.7 billion in 2024 (an increase of 88%). Our country accounts for 63% of all attracted investments in North and Central Asia. It was important for investors that the credit rating of the Republic of Kazakhstan was upgraded to Baa1 (stable) by Moody's in 2024.All of the above is just part of the extensive and painstaking work carried out by the staff of the diplomatic service of Kazakhstan, aimed at protecting the rights and interests of our citizens, preserving and strengthening friendly, partnership and mutually beneficial relations in all geographical areas.Summing up the results of the year, it should be noted that Kazakhstan will continue to consistently defend the principles of the UN Charter, international law, as well as equality and democracy in international relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/912690

Astana, January 5, 2024 – Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu received the President of the Turkic Investment Fund Bagdad Amreyev.During the meeting, the head of the Fund presented the results of work for 2024, noting the successful launch of operational activities of the Organization. Special attention was paid to the plans for 2025, which include expansion of the project portfolio, development of infrastructural and economic ties, as well as support for small and medium enterprises in Turkic countries.Minister Nurtleu emphasized the importance of the Fund's activities as a key instrument to promote sustainable development and economic cooperation within the framework of the Organization of Turkic States.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/913372

Astana, January 6, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Ermukhambet Konuspayev held a meeting with the Chairman of the Executive Committee of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) Askhat Orazbai.During the meeting, the parties discussed the results of the first year of Kazakhstan's presidency, the work of the Executive Committee, as well as topical issues on the Organization's agenda.The important role of the Fund in regulating the water management, water-energy and environmental aspects of the regional development of the countries of the Aral Sea basin was emphasized.The parties agreed to continue to make every effort to facilitate the early completion of the Organization's improvement process, as well as to actively cooperate to address the tasks and instructions of the heads of state following the IFAS Summit held in Dushanbe in September 2023.The Chairman of the Executive Committee, in turn, informed about the progress in promoting the priorities of Kazakhstan's chairmanship, the implementation of regional environmental projects and programs, as well as the expansion of IFAS's international relations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/913996

In honor of the New Year's celebration, Deputy Akim of the region Yertai Altayev visited the homes of centenarians of the Sauransky district and congratulated them on the holiday.First of all, he went to the village of Eski Ikan, where he visited Zakir Musayev, a 100-year-old veteran of the Great Patriotic War. On behalf of the akim of the region, he handed over a congratulatory letter, presented a gift and presented a symbolic gift – a horse.Zakir Musayev was born on January 1, 1925 in the village of Eski Ikan, Sauransky district of Turkestan region. Having lost his father early, he became an orphan at the age of 9. Together with his mother and sister, he overcame many difficulties. In 1943, he voluntarily went to the front, where he was wounded twice. After the end of the war, he served as a security guard in Dresden (Germany) and returned home in 1950. He continued his career in his native village, having worked for 35 years as an accountant. He raised 4 daughters and 1 son, instilling in children diligence, honesty and respect for the spiritual values of the people. Grateful for the attention, Zakir ata expressed gratitude and wished success in the development of the region, as well as gave his blessing.After that, Yertai Altaev visited another centenarian, 102–year-old resident of the village of Eski Ikan, Hapiza Ermetova. The Deputy Akim noted that 2025, declared by the President as the "Year of Working Professions," emphasizes the importance of labor, and honored the labor feat of the centenarian.He congratulated Hapiza Apa on two holidays – birthday and New Year, and presented her with festive gifts. The heroine mother thanked the guests for their attention and blessed them, wishing peace and prosperity to the country.Khapiza Ermetova was born on January 1, 1923 in the village of Aktobe, in the rural district of Zhana Ikan. During the Great Patriotic War, she worked in the rear, contributing to the victory. After the war, in 1953, she moved to the village of Eski Ikan, where she lived happily with her family and raised 8 children. Today, Hapiza apa is a labor veteran, proud of 39 grandchildren and 8 great–grandchildren.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/913063

On New Year's Eve, 181 children were born in maternity hospitals in the country. Among them are 105 boys, 76 girls and one twin, who were born in the Mangystau region, the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports.The largest number of newborns was registered in the Turkestan region – 34 babies. Almaty and Almaty region are in second place, where 17 children were born each. The third place is taken by the city of Shymkent with 16 newborns.According to experts, the condition of newborns and their mothers is satisfactory.It should be noted that the Turkestan region occupies a leading position in the republic in terms of fertility rates.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/913064

A new police station has started operating in the center of Sauran district, created to prevent offenses and implement the principle of "Zhurtka zhakyn police". Having familiarized himself with the new building, akim of the district Maksat Tangatarov checked its functionality and noted several important measures to improve work efficiency.The police station was established to ensure public order and the safety of citizens. Police officers work according to the approved schedule, and the district police inspector is on duty in the evening from 18:00 to 21:00. Appeals and complaints from residents are being received here, as well as specific measures are being taken to maintain law and order and security.The police station is equipped with all the necessary equipment to work closely with the public. This innovation makes it possible to increase the efficiency of work to prevent offenses and strengthen public order.In the near future, similar police stations will also open in rural districts of Zhibek Zholy, Yassy, Karashyk and Zhana Ikan.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/913333

Deputy of the Mazhilis of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kairat Balabiev paid a working visit to Ordabasinsky district of Turkestan region. During the trip, he got acquainted with the construction of a 300-bed school in the village of Akbulak, which is being built as part of the national project "Comfortable School" initiated by the President. It is planned that the facility will be commissioned this year.In addition, the deputy of the Mazhilis visited the newly opened sports complex in the village of Temirlan, where he met with sports veterans and employees of the sports sector. Kairat Balabiev noted the special support provided to the sports industry by the President and the state.In Temirlan, the deputy also held a meeting with an entrepreneur involved in fisheries within the framework of the Auyl Amanaty program. He said that he would submit a proposal to the government to increase the financing of this project.The meeting continued at the Youth Palace of the regional center. During the meeting, residents were able to ask their questions and make suggestions in a free format. The deputy spoke in detail about the adopted laws, such as "National Fund for Children", "Ludomania", "Return of misappropriated assets" and others.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/913334

128 sites for the disposal of solid household waste (MSW) have been identified in the region, of which 65% do not meet sanitary requirements. In this regard, the action plan for 2024-2026 has been approved. As part of the plan, design and estimate documentation (PSA) has been developed for 16 landfills, which have received a positive conclusion from the state expertise. This year, construction works have been carried out on the territory of 3 landfills in the Sozak district. The share of waste recycling reached the planned 26%.In addition, the regional Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Management, within the framework of the environmental protection program, conducted activities on environmental education and education among young people. In the framework of actions such as "Sorting waste", "Take care of nature", "Take care of the environment", teenagers were taught environmental values.To preserve the ecosystem of the region's water rivers, prevent illegal extraction of sand and stone, and maintain cleanliness, work has been carried out to increase the size of water protection zones and strips. Instead of the existing boundaries of 35 meters, new dimensions from 100 to 500 meters have been set. Water protection zones and strips were identified for 150 rivers, 31 reservoirs and 2 natural lakes (183 water bodies in total).In the process of conducting the state environmental assessment, 443 public hearings were organized. As a result of the hearings, projects that do not have a harmful impact on the environment receive the support of local residents.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/913341

Deputies of the Senate of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan A. Bektayev, M. Kadyrbek and A. Satybaldiyev paid a working visit to Maktral district to get acquainted with the socio-economic development of the region and its current problems.First of all, the senators visited the village of Atakent, where a 1,500-seat school is under construction.As part of the national project "Comfortable School", approved by the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated November 30, 2022 No. 963, it is planned to build 5 schools in the district. Currently, the construction of two facilities has begun: a 1,500-seat school in Atakent and a 600-seat school in the village of Ulgili A.Kalybekov. Modern educational institutions will be equipped with subject rooms, including robotics laboratories, classrooms with broadband Internet and other innovative resources. All conditions will be created here for high-quality education, advanced training of teachers and the involvement of experienced teachers.Then the deputies visited the industrial zone of the district, where they inspected the construction of two factories of the BEGASH company. One of them will produce drip irrigation equipment (the project cost is 1.5 billion tenge, 25 jobs), and the other will process cotton seeds (the cost is 1.5 billion tenge, 17 jobs). Both enterprises are expected to start operating in 2025.On the territory of the industrial zone, the deputies met with farmers and heads of farms of the district. Proposals and measures of state support, as well as ways to develop agriculture and entrepreneurship were discussed.The Zhanasyl cotton processing plant, which is considered competitive at the Central Asian level, has recently started operating in the industrial zone. The plant provides 150 jobs, processes 600 tons of cotton per day and an additional 180 tons of cotton fiber. The company's products (cotton fiber, seeds, lint, ulyuk) are exported to China, Turkey, Europe, Tajikistan, Iran and Kyrgyzstan.The total area of the industrial zone of the Maktaaralsky district is 24.2 hectares. At the moment, 4 investment projects have been implemented with a total cost of 5.45 billion tenge. In the coming years, it is planned to launch 4 more projects worth 2 billion tenge.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/913344

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Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and Head of the Presidential Administration Aybek Dadebai attended the meeting of deputies of the maslikhats of the Turkestan region.A letter from the Head of State on the nomination of two candidates for the post of akim of the Turkestan region was read to the deputies. Nuralkhan Kusherov, Deputy akim of the Turkestan region, and Mukhit Turisbekov, akim of the Sozak district, are proposed for consideration. The election commission summed up the results of the open voting. 224 votes of 288 deputies were given "for" Nuralkhan Kusherov.Following the results of the meeting of deputies of maslikhats, by the relevant Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kusherov Nuralkhan Oralbaevich was appointed akim of the Turkestan region.At the meeting with the region's activists, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov thanked Darkhan Satybaldy for his contribution to the development of the region and wished him success in his future activities. Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov and Head of the Presidential Administration Aybek Dadebai attended the meeting of deputies of the maslikhats of the Turkestan region.A letter from the Head of State on the nomination of two candidates for the post of akim of the Turkestan region was read to the deputies. Nuralkhan Kusherov, Deputy akim of the Turkestan region, and Mukhit Turisbekov, akim of the Sozak district, are proposed for consideration. The election commission summed up the results of the open voting. 224 votes of 288 deputies were given "for" Nuralkhan Kusherov.Following the results of the meeting of deputies of maslikhats, by the relevant Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kusherov Nuralkhan Oralbaevich was appointed akim of the Turkestan region.At the meeting with the region's activists, Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov thanked Darkhan Satybaldy for his contribution to the development of the region and wished him success in his future activities. The Prime Minister introduced the new akim to the region's assets. The tasks set by the Head of State to the leadership of the region were announced. In light of the goal to strengthen the economy and improve the quality of life of the population, outlined in an interview with the Ana tili newspaper, economic diversification and the transition to cluster production with the creation of new productive jobs, increasing the investment attractiveness of the TURAN FEZ and the region as a whole, unlocking transport and logistics potential and increasing the development of agriculture were among the priorities. A number of tasks have been set to provide the population with affordable and high-quality drinking water and stable food prices, as well as to modernize the engineering infrastructure.Taking into account the historical and spiritual significance of the regional center of Turkestan, special attention was given to preserving cultural heritage and strengthening ties between the fraternal peoples of the Turkic world, as well as developing the tourism industry.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/913724

Today, Akim of Turkestan region Nuralkhan Kosherov held a meeting with the participation of the akim's office, heads of departments, akims of districts and cities, where upcoming tasks and main areas of work were discussed. The head of the region stressed the importance of solving the urgent problems of the region and outlined specific measures to be taken.– President Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich instructed to ensure the diversification of the economy, increase GDP, develop regions and improve the welfare of the population. We must fulfill these tasks at a high level. For the development of the region, we will pay special attention to the development of production, attracting investments and creating jobs. Akims of districts and cities, as well as heads of departments, need to perform their functional duties efficiently and achieve positive results. In addition, it is important to develop the agro–industrial complex, introduce water-saving technologies, reduce the area of moisture-loving crops and increase the sowing of drought-resistant crops - this is a time requirement. Special attention will be paid to improving infrastructure and the quality of construction work," said Nuralkhan Kosherov.At the meeting, ways to continue systematic work in all areas for the development of the region were discussed, and relevant instructions were given.Press service of Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/914038

A charity event on New Year's Eve was held for children from the organization SOS Children's Village Astana. This institution has replaced a home for children left without parental care and who find themselves in a difficult life situation, the official website of the Akimat of the capital reports.The action was organized by representatives of the akimat of the capital's Nur district and local entrepreneurs, who decided to abandon the New Year's corporate event. Instead of celebrating, they used the funds to purchase holiday gifts and treats for the children.Each child was given bags of fruits and sweets, gifts, as well as dishes prepared by one of the capital's restaurants. An important point was that a special festive menu was developed for children to create a festive atmosphere for them on New Year's Eve."The patrons of our district continue to actively support those who seek help. Their contribution, whether it's food or financial support for treatment, is of great importance to residents and society as a whole. As the deputy akim of the district for social affairs, a media contributor, and a member of the commission on Juvenile Affairs and protection of their rights, as well as the commission on Women's Affairs and Family and demographic policy, I see that people turn to us not only for solving everyday problems, but also for help in organizing charity events. This trust is a great responsibility, and together with our colleagues, we try to respond to every request. A special joy for us was the holiday for the pupils of SOS Children's Village Astana, which was organized thanks to caring patrons. Instead of their own celebration, they gave the children joy and warmth. I would like to sincerely thank these people. It is important to remember that help is needed not only on holidays. In winter, coal, clothing, groceries, and other basic items are especially in demand. I urge everyone who has the opportunity to support those who need care right now. Every good initiative changes lives for the better!" said Aliya Absemetova, Deputy Akim of Nur district.The akimat of the district emphasized that the charity event was a vivid example of social responsibility and charity.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/912152