The regional akim Murat Ergeshbayev, the chairman of the regional maslikhat Murat Tleumbetov, honorary citizens Serik Duisenbayev, Omirbek Shamenov, and Hero of Labor Imamzada Shagyrtayev made a working trip to the Zhalagash district, where they met with residents of the villages M. Shamenov, Karaketken, Akkum, and the district's active members. The meeting discussed the main indicators of the region's socio-economic development and large-scale targeted projects. The first stage of the agro-industrial cluster "Harvest Agro," launched in the village of Karaketken, is a project that will give a special impetus to the district's economy. The head of the region instructed the district akimat to effectively use existing opportunities, seek other sources of investment, and increase the tax base. Attention must also be paid to developing projects for canal concreting in collaboration with economic entities, promptly submitting them for financing, and increasing the volume of moisture-saving crops.Over the past four years, 192 apartments have been built in the Zhalagash district. The deputy akim of the district overseeing the sector and the head of the construction department must strictly control the quality of social facilities and housing.The gasification level in the Zhalagash district is 53 percent; a project for gasifying the villages of Karaketken and Bukharbay Batyr has been developed, and instructions were given to attract sponsors for preparing a project for the villages of Akkum and Madeniyet.The meeting also discussed issues of taking prompt measures to prevent accidents on power grids, effective management of solid household waste, and relevant instructions were given.The head of the region met with the district's active youth at the "Rukhaniyat" center, where their innovative projects were presented. The volume of industrial production in the Zhalagash district was fulfilled at 120.0 percent, with products worth 12 billion 269 million tenge produced. The investment volume amounted to 8 billion 290 million tenge, reaching 122.7 percent compared to the reporting period. Growth is also observed in the agricultural sector. Specifically, this year, local farmers sowed 42,178 hectares, with the rice area amounting to 16,800 hectares.There are 2,531 small and medium-sized enterprises registered in the district, of which 97.3 percent operate stably.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1235092?lang=ru

Akim of the region Murat Ergeshbayev, Chairman of the regional maslikhat Murat Tleumbetov, honorary citizens Serik Duisenbayev, Omirbek Shamenov, Hero of Labor Imamzada Shagyrtayev, during a working trip to the Zhalagash district, familiarized themselves with the progress of work on the under-construction railway station.Today, by order of the Head of State, 124 stations are being reconstructed in the country. Last year, stations in district centers and at the Toretam and Sekseul stations, that is, all stations in the region, as well as the platform at the Talap station in the Zhanakorgan district, were included in this list.755.7 million tenge has been allocated for the construction of the station in Zhalagash, which began last year. The general contractor of the project, R and A Service LTD LLP, is carrying out construction and installation work at an accelerated pace. In particular, the tiling of the passenger area and the roofing of the building have been fully completed. Currently, work is underway on the interior wall finishing of the facility, exterior facade cladding, and landscaping of the territory.The new railway station will become a facility that will provide quality services to the residents of the district and passengers, and will also have a positive impact on the development of the region's transport infrastructure. Furthermore, the station, being built in accordance with modern requirements, will become one of the beautiful buildings adorning the architectural appearance of Zhalagash. At the same time, the head of the region instructed the responsible industry leaders and representatives of the contracting organization to pay special attention to the quality of construction and to commission the facility on schedule.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1235111?lang=ru

Astana, June 4, 2026 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev held a meeting with Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Kazakhstan Han Chunlin.During the meeting, the parties discussed current issues of Kazakhstan-China cooperation across various sectors and exchanged views on prospects for its further development.Particular attention was paid to the implementation of agreements reached following the visits to Kazakhstan in late May and early June by Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China Zhao Leji, Secretary of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China Chen Wenqing, Minister of Public Security of China Wang Xiaohong, and Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China John Lee.The interlocutors also reviewed the schedule of upcoming events at the highest and high levels planned for 2026.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties agreed to maintain regular contacts between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan and the Embassy of China on issues of mutual interest concerning bilateral cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1235172?lang=ru

In Shymkent, the illegal sale of a large batch of chicken eggs of Russian origin has been suppressed. The violation was identified during the joint work of employees from the Veterinary Control and Supervision Committee, representatives of the Department of Trade and Consumer Rights Protection of Shymkent city, and the Union of Poultry Farmers of Kazakhstan.During control and supervision activities at the "Zhibek Zholy" market, specialists discovered eggs for sale without mandatory labeling and veterinary accompanying documents. The total volume of seized products amounted to 11,850 units.Laboratory test results established that the products do not meet safety requirements and the current legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The entire batch was destroyed in accordance with established procedures in the presence of a commission. Administrative offense cases have been initiated against the guilty persons, and the inspection materials have been sent to the authorized bodies for further procedural decisions.The Union of Poultry Farmers of Kazakhstan continues joint work with state bodies to identify and suppress cases of illegal trafficking of egg products. All recorded violations are sent to the Ministry of Agriculture, the Ministry of Trade and Integration, the State Revenue Committee, and the Sanitary and Epidemiological Control Committee.Despite the current restrictions, cases of selling unlabeled eggs of Russian origin are still being identified in some regions of the country. In this regard, state bodies continue systematic inspections of markets and trade facilities across the country to protect consumers and ensure market transparency.It is recalled that since April 17, 2026, Order No. 146 of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the temporary ban on the import of food chicken eggs has come into force. The measure is aimed at suppressing gray imports, preventing dumping, and maintaining a stable price situation in the domestic market during the period of seasonal demand growth.The practice of temporarily restricting egg imports has been applied in Kazakhstan for several consecutive years. Such measures are introduced during periods when domestic poultry farms fully meet the needs of the internal market. This helps protect Kazakh producers from dumping imports, create fair competitive conditions for the sale of domestic products, and maintain stable prices for consumers.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1235268?lang=ru

On June 5, the Fifth Anniversary International Conference "FOC 2026: Fats and Oils Conference" is being held in Astana. Over five years, it has become one of the key platforms for discussing the future of the Eurasian fats and oils industry. This year, the forum brought together over 330 delegates from 18 countries worldwide, heads of more than 50 Kazakh oilseed processing plants, representatives of government agencies, international organizations, financial institutions, agro-holdings, logistics companies, and the world's largest industry players.The conference was organized by the National Association of Oilseed Processors with the support of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and JSC "QazTrade Center for Trade Policy Development". Among the participants were representatives of the International Trade Centre, UN FAO, EBRD, Wilmar, Bunge, Kourosh Food Industry, Huatai, Chinese Cereals and Oils Association, China Vegetable Oil Industry Association, and other international structures and companies.Opening the conference, Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aset Nusupov emphasized that such broad international representation is not accidental, as today the fats and oils industry is at the center of the global food agenda.According to him, trips to the country's agricultural regions and meetings with agricultural producers confirm the large-scale changes taking place in the domestic agro-industrial complex. Kazakhstan is consistently transitioning from raw material exports to the production of high value-added products, the development of deep processing, and the exploration of new export markets.The results of this transformation are already noticeable at the international level. Last year, Kazakhstan entered the ranks of the world's largest exporters of sunflower oil, providing about 3.6% of global exports of this product and securing a place among the leading suppliers on the global market. In the Chinese market, the republic took second place among sunflower oil exporters, strengthening trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. Exports of fats and oils products and oilseeds increased by 70% over the year, becoming one of the most striking examples of successful economic diversification and the development of non-commodity exports.Today, the fats and oils sector is one of the main drivers of growth for the domestic processing industry. In 2025, the production volume of fats and oils products exceeded 1.57 million tons for the first time, and export revenue reached a record $963 million USD. For comparison: back in 2021, this figure was $240 million. Thus, in just four years, the industry's export revenue has increased more than fourfold.Sunflower oil production shows particularly impressive dynamics. Over the past four years, its output has grown 2.3 times and exceeded 752 thousand tons. Simultaneously, Kazakhstan has significantly reduced its dependence on imports: if from 2015 to 2021 the share of imported sunflower oil on the domestic market averaged 39%, today it does not exceed 18%.The fats and oils industry already generates more than a quarter of all foreign exchange earnings from the country's exports of processed agricultural products. In 2025, its contribution reached 27%, making the sector one of the key elements of Kazakhstan's economic resilience.The growth in processing stimulates the development of the entire agro-industrial complex. High demand for oilseeds from domestic enterprises contributes to the expansion of cultivated areas, increased investment in agriculture, and modernization of production capacities. In parallel, the production of deep-processing products is developing, which has a positive impact on related industries - livestock farming, poultry farming, compound feed, and the food industry.Conference participants paid special attention to the issue of food security and price stability. Despite the fact that, according to FAO, from May 2023 to the end of 2025, the global vegetable oil price index increased by 39%, and the cost of sunflower oil on European exchanges rose by 47%, in Kazakhstan, thanks to the joint work of the state and business, it was possible to maintain stable domestic prices. Under the memorandum between the National Association of Oilseed Processors, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the Ministry of Trade and Integration, the wholesale price of sunflower oil for the domestic market has not exceeded 730 tenge per liter for over three years. In February 2026, the price stabilization mechanism was extended until the end of the current year.Today, Kazakh fats and oils products are supplied to more than 20 countries worldwide. The main sales markets are China, Central Asian countries, and the European Union. In 2025, Kazakhstan ranked sixth in the world in sunflower oil exports and second in the Chinese market. Moreover, over the past two years, the republic has become the largest supplier of vegetable oils to Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, providing over 90% of the import of this product in these countries. Kazakhstan also fully meets Central Asia's needs for sunflower meal and is among the top three largest suppliers of this product to the European Union.According to Aset Nusupov, such results have been made possible thanks to consistent state policy and close interaction with business. Last year, together with industry associations, international partners, and JSC "QazTrade", a Roadmap for the Development of Fats and Oils Exports until 2028 was developed. Its implementation will allow the industry's foreign exchange earnings to increase by another 60% in just two years - to over $1.5 billion USD, and for Kazakhstan to secure a place among the world's four largest sunflower oil exporters with the prospect of further entering the global top three.An important part of this strategy is the development of transport and logistics infrastructure. Kazakhstan is consistently expanding the capabilities of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, improving railway infrastructure, and modernizing port capacities. In 2026, vegetable oil was transshipped directly onto a sea vessel for the first time at the port of Aktau. Simultaneously, with the support of KTZ, trial shipments of granulated sunflower meal to China via the Dostyk – Alashankou border crossing began. Another important achievement was the country's first container shipment of sunflower oil in flexitanks from the East Kazakhstan region to China's Jiangsu province. The 4,700-kilometer route was completed in just 12 days, confirming the high potential of modern logistics solutions.The geography of trade opportunities for domestic producers is also expanding. Today, free trade agreements with Vietnam, Serbia, and Iran are in effect for Kazakh businesses. Last year, new agreements were signed with the United Arab Emirates, Mongolia, and Indonesia. Furthermore, negotiations on the creation of a free trade zone with India are ongoing, opening up additional prospects for Kazakh exporters in one of the world's largest markets.Separately, the Vice Minister highlighted the high indicators of oilseed exports. Just from September to April of the current season, flax exports amounted to about one million tons worth almost $500 million. The main buyers were China and European Union countries. Rapeseed exports for the same period exceeded 200 thousand tons, with key destinations including China, Poland, Latvia, and other European states.The National Product Catalog - a digital product identification system - is becoming an important tool for increasing trade transparency. Using sunflower oil as an example, it eliminates discrepancies in product names and ensures a unified approach to its classification both in the domestic market and in export operations. According to estimates by international analytical agencies, the global vegetable oil market will maintain steady growth in the coming years. Global consumption already exceeds 220 million tons annually and continues to increase. This creates additional opportunities for further strengthening Kazakhstan's position on the global food market.Conference participants note that the domestic fats and oils industry has become a clear example of how consistent development of processing, the introduction of modern technologies, and a focus on exporting high value-added products can ensure sustainable economic growth, expansion of supply geography, and strengthening of the country's food security.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1235282?lang=ru

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On June 5-6, the head of the region, Murat Ergeshbayev, will meet with residents of the Aral district.He will also review the work of social facilities in the district and visit rural settlements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1235466?lang=ru

On June 6, the head of the region, Murat Ergeshbayev, will meet with residents of the Kazaly district.He will also review the work of social facilities in the district and visit rural settlements.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1235471?lang=ru

Today, the regional akim Murat Ergeshbayev met with the Honored Worker of Kazakhstan, honorary professor of the Kazakh National Conservatory, renowned zhyrau, and folklorist scientist Almasbek Almatov.The meeting discussed the development of the zhyrau and zhyrshy art, passed down from generation to generation in our region, as well as issues of attracting youth to national art.The head of the region particularly noted the merits of the figure who made an invaluable contribution to the flourishing of traditional Kazakh art, who scientifically researched our national heritage, implemented it into the system of professional education, and nurtured students.During the years of independence, zhyrau art was introduced into the system of academic education, and the specialty "Traditional Art – Zhyr" was opened. Students nurtured by Almasbek Almatov presented to the entire country schools based on the maqam-saz features of our region.It is known that the Head of State, at the final meeting of the National Kurultai in Kyzylorda, noted: "In general, it is not for nothing that they say 'Syr eli – zhyr eli'. The zhyrau-zhyrsy and kuy art, continuing since the time of Korkyt Ata, has spread widely in this region. The entire country knows the zhyrsy schools founded by such outstanding masters as Zhiyenbay, Nurtygan, Nartay."The scientist-mentor also worked fruitfully on popularizing traditional Kazakh art in the world community. He performed concerts in the USA, France, Italy, Switzerland, Great Britain, Egypt, Mongolia, and other countries, contributing to the international recognition of our national culture.Today, professional zhyrsy-zhyrau are being trained at the Kurmangazy Kazakh National Conservatory, the Kazakh National University of Arts, and the Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University. They are winners of international and republican competitions.It is worth noting that last year, a creative evening "Zhyr Keruen" dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Almasbek Almatov was held at the "Arts Center". At the evening, Nurlybek Mashbekovich, on behalf of the residents of Kyzylorda, expressed respect to the zhyrau and presented the Honorary Certificate of the Kyzylorda Region and car keys.The Ankara University of Music and Fine Arts has appointed a monthly scholarship of 300,000 tenge to Malika Aldamzharova, a doctoral student in the "Traditional Art" specialty, and to Kunsulu Turikpen and Akerke Dabylyova, doctoral students of the "Traditional Musical Art: Traditional Zhyr" educational program at the K. Baiseitova Kazakh National University of Arts.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1235479?lang=ru

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Gabidulla Ospankulov, Chairman of the Investment Committee of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan, met with representatives of the Spanish company Roca Group.The group of companies manufactures sanitary ware and produces a full range of bathroom products.The project includes the construction of the first plant in the country for the production and assembly of plumbing products and bathroom accessories.The foundation stone for the plant in Kyzylorda was recently laid. The planned investment is 44.1 billion tenge, and production capacity will reach 500,000 units. Approximately 300 permanent jobs will be created.During the meeting, the parties discussed the current status and plans for the further implementation of the project.Gabidulla Ospankulov spoke about government support measures, including tax incentives, and the advantages of Kazakhstan's investment climate.Following the talks, the participants confirmed their commitment to continuing dialogue and developing cooperation.Previously, an Investment Agreement for the implementation of a project in Kazakhstan was signed between the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Roca Group, and the Akimat of the Kyzylorda Region. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1235535?lang=ru

Экспортная выручка казахстанской масложировой отрасли за четыре года выросла в четыре раза и достигла 963 млн долларов США. Об этом сообщил заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики РК Серик Жумангарин, открывая в Астане V Международную масложировую конференцию FOC 2026: Fats and Oils Conference.В работе конференции принимают участие представители 18 государств, международных организаций, ведущих мировых компаний, финансовых институтов, отраслевых ассоциаций и экспертного сообщества.Серик Жумангарин отметил, что за последние годы масложировая отрасль превратилась из одного из сегментов агропромышленного комплекса в стратегически важное направление национальной экономики и стала успешным примером диверсификации экономики, развития переработки и создания продукции с высокой добавленной стоимостью.«Всего за четыре года валютная выручка от экспорта казахстанской масложировой продукции выросла в четыре раза — с $240 млн до $963 млн. Производство достигло рекордных 1,6 млн тонн, а доля отрасли в экспорте переработанной сельскохозяйственной продукции составила 27%. Это результат последовательной государственной политики по поддержке отечественных производителей, развитию переработки и привлечению инвестиций. Вместе с переработкой развивается и сельское хозяйство: расширяются посевные площади масличных культур, растет доходность фермерских хозяйств, создаются новые рабочие места, развивается транспортная и экспортная инфраструктура», — отметил вице-премьер.Сегодня Казахстан занимает шестое место в мире по экспорту подсолнечного масла и является вторым крупнейшим поставщиком этой продукции на рынок Китая. Кроме того, республика входит в число ведущих поставщиков подсолнечного шрота в Европейский союз и практически полностью обеспечивает потребности стран Центральной Азии.По словам Серика Жумангарина, следующая задача отрасли – перейти от статуса крупного экспортера к позиции одного из мировых лидеров. Для этого реализуется Дорожная карта по развитию экспорта масложировой продукции на 2026–2028 гг.«Наша цель – увеличить валютную выручку отрасли до более чем $1,5 млрд, укрепить позиции Казахстана среди крупнейших мировых экспортеров подсолнечного масла и создать основу для вхождения в тройку мировых лидеров отрасли», — подчеркнул он.Для достижения этих целей будет продолжена работа по расширению посевных площадей высокорентабельных масличных культур, повышению урожайности за счет современных агротехнологий, стимулированию инвестиций в глубокую переработку, а также развитию транспортно-логистической инфраструктуры и международных торговых маршрутов.Председатель Национальной ассоциации переработчиков Казахстана Ядикар Ибрагимов сообщил, что отрасль активно расширяет экспортную географию и совершенствует логистические решения.Так, в 2026 г. в порту Актау впервые была осуществлена перевалка растительного масла на морское судно. При поддержке АО «НК «КТЖ» в направлении Китая начались опытные поставки гранулированного подсолнечного шрота в зерновозах через пограничный переход Достык – Алашанькоу.Кроме того, осенью 2025 г. впервые в истории Казахстана подсолнечное масло было отправлено в 40-футовых контейнерах во флекситанках из Восточно-Казахстанской области в китайскую провинцию Цзянсу. Груз преодолел 4,7 тыс. км за 12 дней, подтвердив эффективность и высокую скорость контейнерных перевозок.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1235697?lang=ru

Today, the Department of Ecology of Atyrau Region held an educational and practical event, "Ecological Hour," to mark June 5th—World Environment Day and Ecologist Day.Regional environmental activists, independent environmentalists, young professionals, and students participated in the event. Participants discussed current environmental issues and effective solutions.During the meeting, the authors of well-known regional environmental projects and independent environmentalists Kulyash Amandykova, Sultan Akhmet, Dmitriy Urgachev, and Zhansaya Nakimzhanova shared their experiences and practical developments.The speakers presented informative reports on fostering a culture of separate waste collection and sorting, developing the volunteer movement, developing and implementing environmental projects, respecting nature, and the importance of simple environmental habits in everyday life.Participants learned about successful environmental projects and exchanged experiences and new ideas for implementing environmental initiatives. Particular attention was paid to the fact that environmental conservation is the responsibility of every citizen, and that big changes begin with small steps.The main goal of "Ecological Hour" is to popularize the experience of environmental activists and independent ecologists among young professionals and students, enhance their environmental awareness, develop interest in environmental initiatives, and foster a responsible attitude toward the environment."Ecological Hour" provided participants with a platform for useful information and new ideas, and also contributed to strengthening cooperation in environmental protection.#StartWithYourself #TazaKazakstan #EcologistDay #EcologistDaySource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/atyrau/press/news/details/1235720?lang=ru

Eurasian Higher Education Leaders’ Forum (EHELF) Returns After a Five-Year HiatusThe Eurasian Higher Education Leaders’ Forum (EHELF) took place at Nazarbayev University, bringing together representatives of universities, international organizations, government institutions, industry, and the expert community.Held annually from 2011 to 2019, the forum established itself as a respected international platform for discussing key issues shaping the future of higher education. Following a five-year hiatus, EHELF returned to Astana to continue its tradition of professional dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaborative problem-solving for higher education systems across Eurasia and beyond.Speaking at the forum, Kazakhstan's Minister of Science and Higher Education Sayasat Nurbek noted that the revival of EHELF reflects Kazakhstan's growing role as a regional hub for academic dialogue.«Kazakhstan is steadily integrating its higher education system into the global academic space. And it is forums like EHELF that allow us to benchmark our progress against the world's leading universities», the Minister emphasized.The theme of the 2026 forum, «The Future We Shape», reflected universities’ commitment to playing an active role in building a sustainable, equitable, and future-ready society. Discussions focused on technological transformation, economic uncertainty, climate challenges, and an evolving geopolitical landscape.«In this environment, universities are expected not only to respond to change, but also to help shape the future. In Central Asia, universities have a responsibility to support the development of society and the economy. Since its founding, Nazarbayev University has built a globally connected academic ecosystem based on research, innovation, and partnerships, while remaining committed to advancing higher education in Kazakhstan and the region», said Waqar Ahmad, President of Nazarbayev University.During the forum’s working sessions, participants explored how principles of sustainability, equity, and public good can be integrated into university strategies, governance models, and academic programs. Particular attention was given to the opportunities and challenges of digital transformation, the integration of artificial intelligence into education and research, and effective leadership in times of uncertainty and crisis.This year’s speakers included leading experts in higher education, economics, technology, and public policy. Among them were Norbert Csizmadia, a researcher and expert in global economic strategy, geoeconomics, and geopolitics; Mahendhiran Sanggaran Nair, a renowned Malaysian scholar, econometrician, and data scientist; and Wayne Holmes, an international expert on artificial intelligence and Professor of Critical Studies of AI and Education at the Institute of Education, University College London, alongside representatives from universities and various sectors.«It is a special honor to discuss the future of the «turquoise zones» here in Kazakhstan, where a new academic and civilizational dialogue is shaping the future of Eurasia. Many of the challenges facing the world today can already be seen in Central Asia, but they also create opportunities for innovation and development», said Norbert Csizmadia.Nazarbayev University is committed to preparing graduates who can thrive in an era of globalization and technological advancement while contributing innovative solutions to complex global challenges. According to the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, NU ranks among the top 23 percent of universities worldwide and is the highest-ranked university in Central Asia and the Caucasus. It is also ranked 150th in the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2025 and is among the world’s top 106 young universities.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/1235753?lang=ru

Astana, 4 June 2026 – Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alua Nadirkulova held a meeting with Secretary General of the Norwegian Helsinki Committee Berit Nising Lindeman.During the meeting, Ambassador-at-Large Nadirkulova briefed her counterpart on the implementation of Kazakhstan’s constitutional reforms aimed at strengthening the protection of human rights and freedoms. She noted that the Constitution clarifies provisions related to the right to work and the right to peaceful assembly, strengthens guarantees of judicial protection and the inviolability of the home, and for the first time enshrines the protection of personal data.Particular attention was paid to the reform of Kazakhstan’s penitentiary system. It was noted that Kazakhstan is currently developing the Concept for the Further Development of the Penal Enforcement System for 2026–2030.For her part, Secretary General of the Norwegian Helsinki Committee Lindeman expressed appreciation for Kazakhstan’s support of the Committee’s Regional Representative Office in Almaty and highly praised Kazakhstan’s achievements in penitentiary reform, torture prevention, gender equality, and the protection of women’s rights. She particularly noted the active role of civil society in the country.At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties expressed their interest in further developing cooperation and maintaining a constructive dialogue on the rule of law, human rights protection, and support for ongoing reforms in Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1235861?lang=ru

In the framework of the Days of the Joint Institute for Nuclear Research (JINR), dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the Astana branch of the Institute of Nuclear Physics of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the 70th anniversary of JINR, a number of international events and bilateral meetings took place in Astana.Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aida Balayeva, received the JINR delegation visiting Kazakhstan meetings were also held at the Agency for Atomic Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of KazakhstanThe central event of the past days was the plenary session, which was devoted to the prospects for the development of scientific and technological cooperation. First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerzhan Ashikbayev in his welcoming speech at the event emphasized that the development of domestic science, as a key driver of the country's modernization, is in the focus of personal attention of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. First Deputy Minister Ashikbayev noted the growing interest in peaceful nuclear energy around the world and the revival of nuclear diplomacy – when mutual trust, control mechanisms and international cooperation become the foundations of global stability.Representatives of JINR, the Institute of Nuclear Physics of Kazakhstan, the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus and the Belarusian State Institute also made reports on the prospects for the development of fundamental science at the plenary session.In the margins of the meeting, Yerzhan Ashikbayev held a meeting with the JINR delegation headed by the Director General of the Institute Grigorii Trubnikov. During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state and strategic prospects of cooperation, confirming mutual interest in implementing joint projects and strengthening human resources in the field of nuclear research.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1235905?lang=ru