On 23–24 July 2026, in Astana (Sheraton Hotel), the Information and Analytical Center for Environmental Protection of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan (IACEP), jointly with the Green Academy Scientific and Educational Center, organized and conducted the seminar-training entitled “Strategic Environmental Assessment: International Experience, Regulatory Framework and Practical Application in the Republic of Kazakhstan.”The event was held within the framework of Article 51 of the Environmental Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan and aimed at enhancing the professional competencies of government officials, developers of strategic documents and master plans, business representatives, and members of the expert community in the field of Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA).During the seminar, participants reviewed international practices in SEA implementation, the regulatory and legal framework for conducting SEA in Kazakhstan, the stages and procedures of the assessment process, the consideration of public health factors in territorial planning, as well as mechanisms for public consultations and discussions.Welcoming remarks were delivered by Daulet Yesmagambetov, Director of the Department of Environmental Culture and Policy of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and Askhat Kozhumov, Director General of the Information and Analytical Center for Environmental Protection. They emphasized the importance of implementing Strategic Environmental Assessment as an effective tool for sustainable development and environmentally informed decision-making.The seminar was moderated by Dr. Bakhyt Yessekina, Doctor of Economics, Professor, and Director of the Green Academy Scientific and Educational Center.The following speakers and experts participated in the seminar:* Bakhyt Yessekina, Director of the Green Academy Scientific and Educational Center;* Zhanar Tyulyubayeva, Director of the Department of Hygiene and Health Protection at the National Center for Public Health under the Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Kazakhstan;* Yerbol Orazbekov, National Expert of the European Union’s SWITCH-Asia Project;* Balzhan Zhartybayeva, Representative of the Department of Environmental Culture and Policy of the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The seminar programme included both theoretical and practical sessions. Particular attention was given to the practical application of Strategic Environmental Assessment procedures. Participants became familiar with the step-by-step SEA process, worked through practical case studies, and discussed current issues related to its implementation in Kazakhstan.The seminar brought together representatives of local executive bodies, developers of master plans and strategic documents, as well as representatives of businesses and non-governmental organizations.Upon completion of the training, participants were awarded personalized certificates confirming their participation in the seminar.📧 seminar.iac@iacoos.kz  info@green-academy.kz 🌐 https://iacoos.kz  www.green-academy.kz Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/1263380?lang=ru

Cholpon-Ata, 24 July 2026 - Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev took part in the regular meeting of the Council of the Foreign Ministers of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Member States.The heads of delegations exchanged views on further strengthening foreign policy coordination among SCO member states in the current international environment and discussed preparations for the upcoming SCO Summit, which will take place in Bishkek on 1 September 2026.In his remarks, Minister Kosherbayev underscored the SCO’s special role in strengthening regional security and advancing multifaceted cooperation, reaffirming Kazakhstan’s unwavering support for the Organization’s activities.The Kazakh Foreign Minister also highlighted the importance of further improving the SCO and adapting its institutions to contemporary challenges and threats.He stressed that, amid the rapidly evolving international environment, ensuring the resilience of the global economy and the security of international trade has become an increasingly pressing priority.“Geopolitical turbulence, increasingly spilling over into the military sphere, is seriously affecting the stability of international trade relations. Today, the security of supply chains is becoming an ever more pressing issue, including for Kazakhstan. A clear example is the attacks by unidentified unmanned systems on energy infrastructure and tankers chartered by Kazakhstan for oil transportation. Against this backdrop, joint efforts to ensure the security of trade routes are of particular importance,” said Minister Kosherbayev.As previously stated, Kazakhstan considers any actions aimed at destabilizing legitimate international trade, global energy markets, and the security of global transport and logistics supply chains to be absolutely unacceptable.Among the priority areas of cooperation, the Minister highlighted the need to intensify joint efforts in climate change adaptation and the sustainable management of water resources. In this regard, Kazakhstan counts on the support of the SCO member states for its initiative to establish an International Water Organization under the auspices of the United Nations, as well as an SCO Water Issues Analysis Centre.Following the meeting, the participants approved draft key documents, including the Bishkek Declaration marking the 25th anniversary of the SCO, aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of the Organization.On the sidelines of the meeting, the SCO foreign ministers also held a joint meeting with the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov.During the meeting, the participants underscored the importance of further expanding multifaceted cooperation within the SCO and implementing joint initiatives aimed at improving the well-being of the peoples of the Organization’s member states.Minister Kosherbayev expressed Kazakhstan’s readiness to continue supporting the Kyrgyz Republic’s SCO Chairmanship and reaffirmed the country’s commitment to further mutually beneficial and constructive cooperation with fellow SCO member states.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1263269?lang=ru

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Снижение среднего индекса цен на социально-значимые продовольственные товары на -0,1% по итогам трех недель июля зафиксировано впервые с начала текущего года. Такие данные были озвучены на совещании по вопросам стабилизации цен на СЗПТ и инфляции, прошедшем под председательством заместителя Премьер-министра – министра национальной экономики Серика Жумангарина.По итогам июня годовая инфляция в стране составила 10,3%, при 10,4% в мае. Уровень годовой инфляции выше среднереспубликанского отмечен в 11 регионах страны. Наиболее высокие показатели зафиксированы в областях Жетісу, Ұлытау, а также в Северо-Казахстанском, и Акмолинском регионах.Как сообщила первый вице-министр торговли и интеграции Айжан Бижанова, июль и август традиционно являются периодом сезонной стабилизации цен на основные продукты питания. За последнюю неделю наиболее заметно подешевели помидоры на 15,1%, огурцы на 18,2%, морковь  на 5,2% и яйца на 2,4%. Вместе с тем сохраняется рост цен на отдельные виды мясной продукции: баранину – 2%, конину – 1,3% и мясной фарш – 0,6%.В связи с этим Серик Жумангарин поручил провести детальный анализ рынка производства мяса и мясной продукции с учетом объемов производства, внутреннего потребления и экспортных поставок для определения дальнейших действий Правительства. Одним из ключевых факторов дальнейшей стабилизации цен станет увеличение внутреннего производства и расширение мер государственной поддержки отечественных производителей. До конца года планируется ввод в эксплуатацию трех заводов по рафинации растительных масел, что позволит увеличить предложение подсолнечного масла на внутреннем рынке.В ближайшее время вступит в силу нормативный правовой акт, предусматривающий льготные тарифы на электроэнергию для 40 предприятий хлебопекарной отрасли. Эта мера позволит снизить производственные издержки и будет способствовать сохранению стабильных цен на хлебобулочную продукцию.Кроме того, АО «НК «Қазақстан темір жолы» предоставляет скидку в размере 70% на железнодорожные перевозки социально значимых продовольственных товаров внутри страны. Местным исполнительным органам поручено обеспечить мониторинг таких перевозок и контроль за исполнением получателями данной меры поддержки встречных обязательств по недопущению необоснованного роста цен.Подводя итоги совещания, Серик Жумангарин поручил государственным органам и акиматам усилить адресную работу с участниками рынка.«По каждому случаю существенного роста цен необходимо анализировать всю цепочку поставок и устранять причины удорожания. Поручаю профильным министерствам и акиматам провести встречи с крупнейшими оптовыми поставщиками и импортерами, определить существующие барьеры и выработать необходимые меры государственной поддержки при обязательном принятии ими встречных обязательств по обеспечению ценовой стабильности. Такую же системную работу необходимо организовать и в отношении непродовольственных товаров и платных услуг, с учетом специфики соответствующих рынков. Каждый государственный орган должен обеспечить реализацию мер в пределах своей компетенции», — подчеркнул Серик Жумангарин. В этот же день вице-премьер провел совещание с министерствами науки и высшего образования и просвещения по вопросам стабилизации стоимости  образовательных услуг.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1262905?lang=ru

Akim of the region Murat Ergeshbayev, Chairman of the regional maslikhat Murat Tleumbetov, and representatives of the intelligentsia participated in the gas connection ceremony in the village of Akzharma during a working trip to the Syrdarya district. At the festive event, the head of the region congratulated the villagers on the realization of this long-awaited benefit and expressed his best wishes. «The Head of State pays special attention to bringing infrastructure to villages. Today we have gathered on the occasion of connecting natural gas, which you have long awaited and which will breathe new life into the daily lives of the rural population. More than 1.8 billion tenge has been allocated from the budget for this project. Last year, gas was connected in the villages of Nagi Ilyasov and Shagan, and they are already enjoying this benefit. Work in this direction will continue in the future. May our sovereign country be prosperous, and our Independence unshakable!», — said the head of the region. Home front veteran Umirbek Sagyndykov spoke at the event, and employees of the contractor organization who contributed to the socio-economic development of our region and carried out the gas pipeline laying work with quality and on time were awarded a Letter of Gratitude from the Akim of the region. After the ceremony, the head of the region visited the homes of rural residents and presented memorable gifts. Since 2022, 77 gasification projects worth more than 65 billion tenge have been implemented in the region. As a result, the gasification level of the region's population reached 83 percent. By the end of this year, blue fuel will be supplied to 10 settlements, and the coverage level will reach 85 percent. In the coming days, gasification of the villages of Shirkeyli, Kogalykol, and Besaryk in the Syrdarya district will begin. During the trip, the head of the region met with residents of the villages of Akzharma, Shagan, Inkardariya, Nagi Ilyasov, and Shirkeyli. At the meetings, the socio-economic development of the district was discussed, and the gathered residents expressed their proposals and opinions.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1262747?lang=ru

Dear representatives of foreign media outlets, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan announces the opening of the accreditation for the representatives of foreign media wishing to cover the elections of deputies of the Kurultai of the Republic of Kazakhstan which will be held on 23 August 2026.Under the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, foreign journalists may carry out their professional activities in the country only if they hold permanent or temporary accreditation issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Representatives of foreign media may be accompanied by one interpreter upon presentation of an identity document of the interpreter.Applications for the accreditation must be submitted no later than August 16 2026 to accreditation@mfa.kz with the subject line “Kurultai Elections 2026”.The following documents are required for accreditation:a letter from the editor-in-chief requesting accreditation of the journalist;a copy of the journalist’s valid passport;a completed accreditation form;a digital photograph of the journalist (3×4 cm);background information about the media outlet.For further inquiries, please contact the Press Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan at +7 7172 72 01 33.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1262500?lang=ru

Today, an environmental campaign "Clean Games" was held on the territory of the "Aq Shanyraq" recreation area, organized as part of the nationwide program "Taza Qazaqstan".The event was attended by 100 members of the "Zhasyl El" youth labor squad, who united into five teams and competed in cleaning up the territory.Participants cleaned the adjacent territory of the recreation area, collecting and sorting household waste. Based on the results of the environmental competition, the winning team with the highest number of points was determined. The evaluation of results took into account the volume of collected waste and the quality of its sorting. Winners and participants were recognized with incentive prizes.As a result of the campaign, participants collected half a ton of household waste, which was sorted and sent for further disposal.As noted by the head of the Kostanay Regional Youth Resource Center, Abai Duisekov, such events contribute to the formation of environmental responsibility and an active civic position among young people."'Clean Games' is an opportunity to show that caring for the environment can be interesting, unifying, and truly team-oriented. Today, young people not only cleaned up the territory but also made a personal contribution to the implementation of the 'Taza Qazaqstan' program. It is with such initiatives that a careful attitude towards nature and the native land begins," emphasized Abai Duisekov.The "Clean Games" format made it possible to combine a useful environmental initiative with a team competition, contributing to the improvement of youth environmental culture, the development of a responsible attitude towards the environment, and the popularization of separate waste collection.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1262491?lang=ru

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Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Republic of Korea Asset Issenali presented his credentials to President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung.During the solemn ceremony, Ambassador Issenali conveyed warm greetings and best wishes to President Lee Jae Myung on behalf of President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.The sides noted the high level of the Kazakhstan-Korea enhanced strategic partnership, founded on friendship and mutual support. They reaffirmed their mutual interest in further strengthening political dialogue, expanding trade, economic and investment cooperation, and developing cultural and humanitarian ties.President Lee Jae Myung congratulated the Ambassador of Kazakhstan on the official commencement of his diplomatic mission, wished him every success and expressed his readiness to support the further strengthening of friendly relations and the enhanced strategic partnership between the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1262149?lang=ru

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Astana, 21 July 2026 – Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yermek Kosherbayev met with the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Kazakhstan, Monika Iwersen, on the occasion of the conclusion of her diplomatic mission.The Kazakh Foreign Minister praised the high level of Kazakh-German strategic partnership and reaffirmed Astana’s commitment to further developing bilateral relations across all areas.The importance of his visit to Berlin in February and his participation in the Ministerial Meeting of the Central Asia – Germany format, during which both sides confirmed their intention to deepen cooperation and advance joint initiatives were highlighted.Ambassador Iwersen expressed sincere gratitude for the support extended during her tenure and reaffirmed Berlin’s readiness to continue a constructive dialogue with Astana in the spirit of mutual respect and trust.At the conclusion of the meeting, Minister Kosherbayev presented Ambassador Iwersen with the Order of Dostyk, Second Class, in recognition of Ambassador’s personal contribution to strengthening the friendly ties between the peoples of the two countries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1261428?lang=ru

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Akim of the region Murat Ergeshbayev received the Chairman of the Board of Directors of "Liaoning Hongda Group" Tang Jiugang and representatives of this company.At the meeting, the regional akim highly appreciated the company's contribution to the development of investment cooperation between Kazakhstan and China and noted the strategic importance for the region of the project for the construction of lead-zinc mining and processing complexes with a total cost of 1.3 billion US dollars, being implemented in the Zhanakorgan district.The project envisages the construction of two open pits, two mining and processing plants, and the subsequent construction of a metallurgical plant. The head of the region reported that the project has been included in the "Green Corridor" mechanism by the regional akimat, and during its implementation, the necessary administrative support and comprehensive assistance will be provided.In turn, the company's management provided information on the current stage of project implementation, ongoing work on infrastructure connections, and preparations for the construction of the metallurgical plant.Following the meeting, the parties expressed their readiness to further continue mutual cooperation towards the timely and effective implementation of investment projects.It is worth noting that to date, the company has commenced the first stage of the project for the development of the deposit in the Zhanakorgan district, providing employment for 260 local residents. This is an important project for enhancing the socio-economic and production potential of the region. Initiatives for the development of the mining industry are being implemented successfully and systematically.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1260964?lang=ru

On 19 July, the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee opened in Busan, Republic of Korea. The session will run until 29 July.The official opening ceremony was attended by the President of the Republic of Korea, Lee Jae-myung, and the Director-General of UNESCO, Khaled El-Enany.The event has brought together approximately 3,000 participants from the 196 States Parties to the UNESCO Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, as well as representatives of international organizations and the expert community.During the session, the World Heritage Committee will examine 30 new nominations for inscription on the World Heritage List, along with 147 State of Conservation reports on properties already inscribed on the List.The delegation of Kazakhstan is actively participating in the session in its capacity as a member of the World Heritage Committee.The Committee is also expected to examine Kazakhstan's nomination, "The Rock Mosques of Mangystau and Associated Sacred Sites".It is worth recalling that, during the meeting of the National Kurultai held in Atyrau, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed the Government to initiate the process of nominating the unique underground mosques of Mangystau for inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1260833?lang=ru

Today, the akim of the region, Murat Ergeshbayev, received the founder of Kazstroypodryad LLP, Chairman of the Turkish-Kazakhstan Entrepreneurs Association "TUKİB," Atalay Hikmet.The parties discussed the project for the construction of a modern shopping and entertainment center in the regional center and considered issues of joint implementation of further plans."I express my gratitude to you for specially arriving in the Kyzylorda region last week and familiarizing yourself with the investment potential of the region. At that time, we comprehensively discussed the plan for the construction of a modern shopping and entertainment center.As we all know, Kazstroypodryad is a unique company recognized internationally, successfully implementing complex construction projects. We believe that your extensive experience will allow the construction of a modern shopping and entertainment complex in the city of Kyzylorda.The regional akimat is ready to provide comprehensive support in the allocation of a land plot, provision of the necessary engineering infrastructure, and coordination procedures with government agencies",- said the head of the region.A. Hikmet noted the creation of favorable conditions for the implementation of investment projects in the region and expressed gratitude for the support.It should be noted that Kazstroypodryad LLP is a domestic construction company founded in 2005. Its main activity is the development of the modern construction industry, the formation of high and reliable quality standards. During this time, the company has built shopping and entertainment centers, office buildings, modern residential complexes, hotels, educational institutions, sports complexes, and various steel structure facilities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1260799?lang=ru