The results of the audit of the Supreme Audit Chamber of the subsidy system in agriculture were heard today at the Plenary session of the Mazhilis of the Parliament.The effectiveness of subsidies in the agro-industrial complex is evidenced by the following indicators: recipients of subsidies in crop production in 2023 harvested 18.5 c/ha, when the national average yield was at the level of 10 c/ha. In 2024, it will be 25-30 kg/ha, which is also higher than the national average.Poultry and livestock enterprises are also demonstrating steady growth in production volumes. So, in 5 years, the poultry industry has increased the availability of poultry meat from 55% to 73%. Only in the period 2022-2023 the increase in production amounted to 16%. These are very good indicators. For example, Aytas holding has increased production volumes 5.5 times in 5 years, reaching 160 thousand tons of products per year. Aulie Ata Phoenix LLP has doubled production volumes in 3 years: from 5 to 10 thousand tons per year. In dairy production, average milk yields in modern MTFs have reached 7800 liters per year per 1 feed cow, and the leaders milk 11 thousand liters each, which meets all international standards. Although in 2021, the average yield in agricultural enterprises was 4,400 liters per year.For comparison, in 2014, the level of equipment upgrade was only 2%, 5,000 cars were purchased per year, and now at the end of the year this figure was 5.5%, farmers purchased 22 thousand units of modern equipment.It should be noted that in the agricultural sector there are 14 areas of subsidization, 90 thousand registered users, 224 thousand applications are received per year. Given these scales, errors and errors are not excluded. However, the Audit revealed financial irregularities in the amount of 2 billion tenge, which is 0.2% of the amount of 943 billion tenge covered by the audit. This indicates the overall normal functioning of the system.By the end of 2023, the domestic market is 100% or more secured for 10 commodity items, including wheat flour, salt, bread, rice, pasta, sunflower oil, potatoes, lamb, beef and carrots.The security of 14 food products is 80% or more, including chicken eggs, cucumbers, horse meat, tomatoes, milk, buckwheat groats, cabbage, pepper, pork, onions, beets, fermented dairy products, butter and apples.In 2024, the Ministry of Agriculture has taken a number of measures to increase the effectiveness of subsidies. So, in 2024, out of 450 billion tenge of subsidies, 50% are directed to financial instruments, mainly to reduce the cost of interest rates on loans and leasing. Their final recipients are second–tier banks and financial institutions. Changes have been made so that farmers receive a cheaper loan at a net 5%.This practice will continue – in working capital for processing, animal husbandry, as well as long-term money for investment purposes. The task is to provide the industry with resources. Counter-obligations have also been introduced in the form of an increase in the gross output of agricultural producers. The Ministry takes into account all the data based on the results of the review of the recommendation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/900580

During the analyzed period 2022-2023, the audit managed to cover 943 billion tenge, while financial violations were detected in the amount of 2 billion tenge, which is 0.2% of the total amount. This indicates the overall normal functioning of the system. Funds for financial violations have been restored.Regarding the conclusion of the VAP on the inefficiency of 142 billion tenge of subsidies in the agro-industrial complex, we inform you that these funds were spent mainly on subsidizing the reduction in the cost of poultry meat production, subsidizing breeding work with KPC and MPC breeding stock and subsidizing insurance, which have proven their effectiveness.In particular, on poultry meat: the auditors conclude that there is no economic effect of 34 billion tenge of subsidies allocated in 2022-2023 in the form of reducing the cost of products for the buyer and meeting the needs of the domestic market.However, subsidies are given to reduce the cost of poultry meat production, that is, to increase competitiveness in the market occupied by imported suppliers. The presence of domestic producers in all retail chains and markets indicates an increasing share of Kazakhstani production and the effectiveness of subsidies. In 5 years, it was possible to reduce import dependence by 18%, the self-sufficiency of the domestic market is 73% by the end of 2023, and production growth in just one year (2022-2023) amounted to 16%. Moreover, Kazakhstanis began to consume less frozen chicken meat and more fresh chilled poultry meat. This year (according to the results of 9 months), Kazakhstan imported 10 thousand tons less poultry meat, and exported 10 thousand tons more. This indicates the progressive development of the industry and the strengthening of food security in Kazakhstan.On breeding and breeding work with breeding stock of cattle and cattle: this type of subsidies over the years has led to an increase in the average live weight of livestock. For example, the average live weight of cattle is 380-400 kg, and in organized farms receiving subsidies it reaches 500+ kg. Before the introduction of subsidies, this figure was 240-260 kg, that is, the increase is obvious.Over the years, this subsidy has created demand for breeding stock, that is, it provided an incentive for the development of an entire production chain in meat farming. Moreover, subsidies for breeding and breeding work are the most widespread type of state support, which is received by more than 20 thousand mainly small farms, the total amount of state support amounted to 66 billion tenge in 2022-2023.Subsidies for insurance in the agricultural sector were called ineffective, since budget funds were in the account, and there is also a balance in the account. However, insurance subsidies are based on the principle of cost co-financing, not reimbursement. Therefore, the money must be in accounts and insurance companies are guided by them. Previously allocated funds (balances) were fully utilized in 2024. According to statistics, in 2024, about 0.5 million hectares were insured, while applications from farmers were 3 times more or 1.5 million hectares. In 2025, 10 billion tenge will be required to subsidize insurance premiums, which will provide insurance coverage for 20% of the total area of cultivated land.Farmers who receive subsidies, also called "non-existent", are enterprises whose economic activity does not relate to entrepreneurial activity in the field of agriculture. According to the Rules of Subsidization, there is no requirement at the direction of the OKED. One of the main conditions for obtaining subsidies in the field of crop production is the availability of an agricultural land plot. That is, the presence of a land plot for agricultural purposes confirms that the agricultural enterprise has the right to engage in agricultural activities on these lands.In cases where the absence of an agricultural land plot is imputed (for 40 subjects whose land plots do not belong to agricultural purposes), the information is not confirmed during reconciliation. According to the updated data of the Land Management Committee, agricultural land plots with the intended purpose "for farming" or "for commercial agriculture" are registered for the persons indicated in the audit report.The subsidy mechanism in the agro-industrial complex is based on the principle of cost recovery. That is, the farmer first bears the costs, and then receives compensation in the form of subsidies.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/900903

Today, Astana hosted the presentation of a new regional tuberculosis control program in Central Asia with the participation of Vice Minister of Health Yerzhan Nurlybayev and U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Daniel Rosenblum.A new regional five-year project, which is being launched with financial support from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), aims to reduce the burden of tuberculosis, especially drug-resistant tuberculosis, in the Central Asian region (CAR).In his welcoming speech, the Vice Minister expressed gratitude to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for many years of fruitful cooperation in the fight against tuberculosis."Thanks to the constant support from international partners and donors, new technologies for early diagnosis, effective treatment, prevention of tuberculosis and tuberculosis infection are being introduced in Kazakhstan, recommended by WHO, based on the best international practices, with a high degree of evidence, which are subsequently provided with full funding from budget funds," E.Nurlybayev said.As a result of joining efforts in the eradication of tuberculosis, the introduction of modern standards of treatment and diagnosis in Kazakhstan over the past 20 years, certain successes have been achieved. Thus, over the past 20 years, the incidence rate of this infection has been reduced by 4.6 times, and mortality by 18.7 times.According to Daniel Rosenblum, USAID has been cooperating with the National Tuberculosis Control Program in Kazakhstan for almost three decades and supports its common goals to reduce the burden of tuberculosis and improve the well-being of Kazakhstani families.He noted that Kazakhstan and all Central Asian countries have made incredible progress in the fight against tuberculosis through improved diagnosis, treatment and financing.The project presentation event was attended by government officials, representatives of the Ministries of Health of Central Asia, National Tuberculosis Control Programs (NPTs), international partners, including the World Health Organization (WHO), the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GFATM), the Stop Tuberculosis Partnership, USAID country missions, bilateral projects of USAID and civil society organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/901120

Representatives of civil society, non-governmental organizations, as well as public councils of the city and the region took part in the dialogue platform. During the seminar, the participants exchanged views on the further development of the sphere of civil society and discussed the pressing problems existing in the field.Deputy Akim of the region Abai Zhasulan Sarsebayev noted the special importance of the regularity of such meetings."It is gratifying that we are meeting in this format. We have worked together with almost every one of you many times. I hope that today's seminar will help us solve current problems through joint constructive dialogue. Our citizens have always been distinguished by their active citizenship. I think that on today's platform, with your ideas and initiatives, we will develop new directions for joint work and exchange of views," the deputy akim of the region stressed.Deputy Chairman of the Committee on Civil Society Affairs of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Eldar Saparov said that public councils are acquiring new functions and expanding their powers."The main task of public councils is to listen to the opinion of the population and not only voice it, but also offer possible solutions to problems. As you know, there is a law on public control in the country. This is another function assigned to public councils. I would like to note that the work with the public in the Abai region has been set at a good level," Eldar Saparov said.The head of the Department of Internal Policy of the region, Abai Aidar Sadyrbayev, stressed that members of public councils – both in the region and in cities and districts – perform an important function on the path of formation and strengthening of civil society."In addition to the social burden that each member of the public council carries with honor, there are other important areas that I would like to focus on: issues of gender equality, interethnic and interfaith harmony, education of the younger generation. All this lies in the concept of the development of civil society. We face large-scale tasks. A lot has already been done, but more needs to be done. I think that the Abai region will prove itself in this and will be in the forefront, since the first active NGOs started working in our region, the first social movements were also formed here," concluded Aidar Sadyrbayev.In addition, during the seminar, letters of thanks were awarded to representatives of public councils who distinguished themselves by putting forward the most productive ideas and creative projects.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/901205

The Asian Boxing Championship ended in Thailand today.In the competition, where the strongest athletes gathered, our countryman Yerasyl Zhakpekov, competing in the weight category up to 80 kg, won a bronze medal. Earlier, in May, Yerasyl became the Asian champion among athletes under the age of 21, winning a gold medal.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/901206

On December 10-11, 2024, the 5th meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission between the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan was held in Amman, Jordan, under the co-chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Economy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Baibazarov N.S.The meeting was attended by a delegation of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the leadership of Vice Minister of Energy Zhamauov A.Zh.The parties discussed a wide range of areas of bilateral cooperation, including the energy sector, and expressed their intention to strengthen cooperation in the field of renewable energy sources.The parties welcomed the plans to sign the following memoranda of understanding:between the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Jordanian Atomic Energy Commission on cooperation in the field of peaceful uses of nuclear energy;between Kazatomprom JSC and Jordan Uranium Mining Company Jordan Uranium Mining Company (JUMCO).In addition, an agreement was reached on the exchange of information and experience in the field of hydrogen energy and energy transition.This meeting confirmed the desire of both countries to deepen bilateral cooperation in key sectors, which will contribute to the implementation of joint projects in the field of sustainable energy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/900826

On December 11, 2024, Vice Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan Bakytzhan Ilyas held a meeting with the population of Ulytau region, during which he spoke about the current situation in the fuel and energy complex of the region, and also got acquainted with the progress of gasification of the city of Zhezkazgan.According to the regional gasification scheme of the Ulytau region, 9 settlements are planned to be gasified by 2030 (Zhezkazgan, Atasu, Zhairem, Karazhal, Kengir, Satpayev, Ulytau, Zhezdy, Karsakbai).This will make it possible to convert a number of industrial and municipal facilities to natural gas, as well as use it for heating and cooking in the residential sector, which will significantly improve the fuel and energy balance and the environmental situation in certain districts and the region as a whole.The gasification of the city of Zhezkazgan consists of 3 queues and 7 launch complexes, the project cost is 14.3 billion tenge. The length is 199.8 km. This year, 2 stages have been completed and put into operation. Currently, 1,493 houses are connected to gas, and 1,705 houses have received technical specifications.Positive conclusions of the state expertise of the PSD on gasification of the city of Karazhal, the village of Zhairem and the village of Kengir have been developed and received."The implementation of the regional gasification scheme of the region will not only significantly improve the quality of life of the population, but also create favorable conditions for the socio-economic development of the entire region," Vice Minister B. Ilyas said at a meeting with the population of the Ulytau region.Bakytzhan Ilyas also noted the active development of energy production using renewable energy technologies.Today, there is one operating SES facility with a capacity of 10 MW in the Ulytau region, and it is also planned to implement a 100 MW WPP project.During the meeting with the population of the region, citizens could ask questions of interest to the Vice Minister and receive detailed and complete answers to them.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/901109

Today, Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources Mansur Oshurbayev held a meeting with local residents and representatives of non-profit organizations in Zhambyl region. The meeting discussed issues of the ecological state of the region and measures taken to improve it. One of the key topics was the introduction of an automated monitoring system at industrial enterprises. In the region, such systems have already been installed at 5 large facilities (Zhambyl GRES, Taraz branch of Kazphosphate LLP, NDFZ Phosphorous Plant LLP, Taraz Metallurgical Plant LLP and Zhambyl Cement Production Company LLP). Two of them (JSC Zhambyl GRES named after T.I. Baturov, LLP Kazphosphate Mineral Fertilizers Taraz branch) have already started transmitting data to the Ministry of Ecology, and the rest are at the stage of commissioning. Special attention was paid to reforestation projects. As part of the implementation of the President's instructions on the creation of forest crops, 25.9 million seedlings were planted in Zhambyl region, which is part of a large-scale program to plant 2 billion trees throughout the country. The Vice Minister also noted the importance of the transition of industrial enterprises to the best available technologies (BAT). Starting from January 1, 2025, enterprises of the first hazard category will be required to implement BAT within the framework of a comprehensive environmental permit, which will significantly reduce harmful emissions and approach international environmental standards. In the Zhambyl region, the Taraz branch of Mineral Fertilizers Kazphosphate LLP should install BAT within the established time frame.The problems of waste management were also discussed. At the moment, waste management programs have been approved only in 3 out of 11 cities and districts of Zhambyl region. In the first half of 2024, 31.3 thousand tons of solid household waste were generated in the region, of which 20% were recycled. There is also the problem of unauthorized landfills. This year, 319 illegal landfills were identified in the region, of which 252 were eliminated. Fines in the amount of 359.97 thousand tenge were imposed on 12 akims of districts and rural districts for the untimely liquidation of unauthorized landfills.It was also emphasized that within the framework of the Taza Kazakhstan program, a telegram chatbot was launched, allowing citizens to report environmental problems. Since its launch, 259 appeals have been received from residents of Zhambyl region, of which 225 have already been reviewed and resolved.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/901169

The branch of Kazvodkhoz in the Karaganda region has completed the repair of concrete slopes, building up and strengthening the upper slope of the earthen dam of the Zhartas reservoir. The cleaning of the reservoir bowl from silt and vegetation has also been completed. The work carried out will increase the safety and reliability of facilities, as well as provide protection from flood waters.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/901045

THE SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL SESSION ON SOLVING THE PROBLEMS OF THE AGRICULTURAL SECTOR WAS HELD IN PETROPAVLOVSKThe Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, JSC "Science Foundation" and Kozybayev University organized a scientific and technological session on the development of enterprises of the agro-industrial complex of Northern and Central Kazakhstan.This year's seventh scientific and technological session brought together regional agricultural scientists, experts, representatives of agricultural enterprises, partners from Germany and China at Kozybayev University to solve key tasks and introduce innovations in the agro-industry."Scientific and technological sessions, held on behalf of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan O.A.Bektenov, given at the Higher Scientific and Technical Commission, are a strategic tool for achieving several key goals of national importance. Firstly, they help to develop new mechanisms for the formation of priority areas for the development of scientific and technical activities. Secondly, scientific and technological sessions make it possible to effectively address specific requests and needs of the real economy, creating a platform where scientists and production workers work together to create innovative solutions. Of particular importance is that such a format of interaction improves cooperation between science and business, contributing to the promotion of commercialization projects for the production of new, export-oriented products. This is exactly the result that is necessary to strengthen the competitiveness of the Kazakh economy in the international arena," said Darkhan Ahmed-Zaki, Vice Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.It was also noted that the North Kazakhstan region has potential and the university is its scientific and academic center."This is a very important event for us, given the industry specifics of the region. The Ministry has taken the initiative to bring together science, production workers and experts. First of all, this is necessary, because now technologies are rapidly developing in agriculture. There are many enterprises that want to improve their technologies, productivity, and form organic approaches to farming. Undoubtedly, this cannot be done without science and new breakthrough research. Therefore, today's task is to identify the problems of those companies that are directly involved in the production of agricultural products and find a solution together with scientists. We are very grateful that scientists from China, the USA, and Germany are present here today, among others. This is a productive platform for joint networking, discussions and getting a good result," said Chairman of the Board -Rector Yerbol Isakaev.Representatives of relevant Ministries and institutions also took part in the discussion and decision–making - Darkhan Ahmed-Zaki, Vice Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Gauez Nurmukhambetov, Akim of the North Kazakhstan region, Erbol Taszhurekov, Vice Minister of Agriculture, Kintal Islamov, Chairman of the Board of JSC Atameken Agro, Olga Hunger, Area Director Eastern Europe, Head of the German-Kazakh Agrarian and Political Dialogue Project (APD, Ministry of Agriculture of Germany), Jiang Zhongliang, Professor, College of Animal Husbandry and Technology, Northwestern University of Agriculture and Forestry (PRC).Following the results of the scientific and technological session, the main problems were formulated, key areas for innovation and improvement in the field of agro-industrial complex were identified, and priority scientific and technical tasks and topics of future research were identified, which will be recommended in the future for commercialization. These include solving problems in the agricultural sector: water resources and irrigation systems; continuous soil analysis and analysis of factors for improving grain cultivation; automation of grain storage and management at forage bases and optimization of feed preparation processes using AI; breeding and seed production; administration in the field of agriculture.Also, the participants of the event visited the production sites of the dairy plant KT "Zenchenko and K", LLP "AVAGRO", LLP "Rainbow".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/900574

THE ACADEMY OF SCIENCES DEVELOPS THE SCIENTIFIC POTENTIAL OF THE COUNTRY BASED ON INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCEThe National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a round table dedicated to the development of science. The event was timed to coincide with the 125th anniversary of the outstanding scientist, academician and statesman K.I.Satpayev.In his welcoming speech, the President of the Academy Akhylbek Kurishbayev stressed the importance of the Academy in strengthening the scientific potential of Kazakhstan. He noted that based on the analysis of the experience of 20 leading world academies of sciences, a 10-year Academy development strategy was developed, including clear indicators and objectives. The basis for the successful activities of leading academies is situational predictive analytics, the implementation of which will effectively build science priorities and eliminate systemic gaps.In his report, the President of the Academy spoke about the work done in 2024. It was noted that among the achievements of the Academy is the conduct of foresight research, within the framework of which 30 regional and sectoral sessions were organized with the participation of ministries, akimats, business and the scientific community. As a result of the sessions, 200 priority tasks for scientific research were identified. The President also spoke about the creation of an analytical center that is working to assess the state of Russian science and identify key problems.The President of the Academy made a large-scale report on the work done this year. During the report, for the first time, large-scale foresight studies were conducted to determine the priorities of science development, a special analytical center was created to assess the actual state of domestic science, which cited the results of specific work of the Center.During the round table, all participants decided to work together to develop approaches to solving the problems in the field of scientific and technological development facing our country, and gave fresh suggestions. As a result of the event, work will continue on the development of domestic science on a systematic basis in accordance with bilateral memoranda between public, sectoral academies and scientific associations of the country on joint activities with the National Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/900732

THE ROLE OF INTERACTION BETWEEN UNIVERSITIES AND EMPLOYERS IN PERSONNEL TRAINING WAS DISCUSSED IN ALMATYToday, on December 11, the III International Forum on "Increasing the role of the employer in professional training as an indicator of the quality of design and implementation of educational programs in the context of globalization" was held in Almaty on the basis of the International University of Engineering and Technology. The forum brought together experts, teachers and representatives of the business community from Turkey, China, Korea, Kyrgyzstan and Russia. The main purpose of the event was to discuss strategies for improving the quality of educational programs in the context of global competition.The rector of MIT Gulnar Sarsenbekova opened the forum with a welcoming speech. She stressed the importance of synergy between science and business for the formation of personnel who meet the requirements of the modern labor market. The Rector noted that only close cooperation between the academic community and employers can provide training for a new generation of specialists.At the plenary sessions, experts shared their experiences and views: Tony San, Director of International Educational Planning at Huatec (China), presented innovative approaches to professional development through the integration of educational and production processes; Hong Jin Song, Director of the Global Korea Center (Korea), spoke about creating an ecosystem for digital transformation in Kazakhstan; Zhanna Iskenova, Head of the ACCA representative Office in Kazakhstan and Central Asia Asia, revealed international standards for training specialists in finance and accounting; Zhanar Turebekova, Deputy Director of NCE "Atameken", focused on topical issues of interaction between business and educational institutions; Takhir Takabayev, CEO of Academset, presented a report on the development of production and practical bases for IT specialties.A significant event of the forum was the opening of innovative laboratories at MITU. Among them are the laboratory of software engineering, the laboratory of biochemical engineering, the laboratory of food production technologies, the laboratory of smart technologies. These spaces will allow students and researchers to deepen their practical training and conduct scientific research focused on modern challenges.The forum participants discussed a number of topical issues, such as the formation of professional competencies through the integration of employers into the educational process, the introduction of microqualification programs and their recognition in the labor market, the role of leadership in education and professional development, the introduction of innovative practices in the educational and business sectors.The forum ended with the signing of cooperation agreements with leading companies, including Aksai Nan, Korean Global Center, Proslab-Service, Ifc Colos, Byte Machine and others. These agreements are aimed at strengthening cooperation between the university and business, which will provide practical training for students on the basis of enterprises.The III International Forum at MIT has become an important platform for dialogue between the academic community, employers and students. He demonstrated how the integration of science, education and business can create a professional training system that meets international standards and the needs of the global market.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sci/press/news/details/901122

We hereby inform you that on December 10, 2024, the NPA "On the pilot project on notification of the passage or non-passage of certification of persons applying for the profession of a lawyer, notary and private bailiff" was posted on the Internet portal (https:legalacts.egov.kz/arm/admin/viewcard?id=15340827 ) for public discussion.The public discussion will be held until December 25, 2024.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/901061

Today, residents of Astana and Kostanay region addressed Botagoz Zhakselekova at the Reception Center.During the reception, citizens complained about the actions of lawyers, notaries and the head of the structural unit of the Ministry on the issue of refusal to admit citizens.Botagoz Zhakselekova reviewed each appeal individually and gave comprehensive answers to all the questions raisedFollowing the reception, the Vice Minister instructed the relevant structural units of the Ministry of Justice to conduct a detailed review of each appeal and take the necessary measures.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/901112

At a Government meeting chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, the issue of the development of cross-border hubs was considered. Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev reported on measures to create a network of cross-border trade and economic hubs, attract investment and strengthen the country's export potential. Vice-Minister of Transport Maksat Kaliakparov, CEO of Semurg Invest Nurzhan Marabayev also made presentations, akims of a number of regions were heard.As part of the execution of the instruction of the Head of State on the establishment of Kazakhstan as the main transport hub in the Central Asian region, the Government is carrying out appropriate work. In this direction, the creation of cross-border hubs is of particular importance for the development of cross-border trade, industrial cooperation and the expansion of the country's transport and transit potential. Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev reported to the head of the Government that work is currently underway to form 5 cross-border hubs, to the territories of which rail and road connections have already been brought:The Khorgos Hub will become a key element in trade and economic cooperation with China, The Caspian Node will act as a link on the trans-Caspian route, "The Eurasia Cross-Border Trade Center will serve as an impetus for the development of industrial cooperation with the Russian Federation, ICPC Central Asia will contribute to the development of industrial cooperation and distribution of goods on the border with Uzbekistan, The industrial trade and logistics complex will create conditions for the implementation of projects on the border with Kyrgyzstan.In addition, the creation of container hubs in the ports of Aktau and Kuryk of the Mangystau region, multimodal air hubs at the airports of Astana, Almaty, Shymkent and Aktobe is being worked out. For the successful implementation of the projects, an Operational Working Group has been established under the leadership of Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin. At the moment, the projects have been transferred to the jurisdiction of local executive bodies, practical implementation will be provided jointly with investors. The Prime Minister stressed the importance of strengthening efforts to find investors and increase the investment attractiveness of hubs. It was noted that the full launch of all planned projects will reduce the transit time of goods, increase industrial production, increase tax revenues and create new jobs. "The implementation of the Central Asia hub project on the border with Uzbekistan will increase the capacity of the railway infrastructure by 20 million tons per year. The creation of a container hub in the port of Aktau will ensure an increase in cargo transshipment from 92 to 300 thousand containers per year. In general, the hub system should form a single trade and transport space with our trading partners. This will significantly increase trade turnover between the countries and strengthen strategic relations with neighboring countries. To achieve these planned effects, it is necessary to mobilize all the resources of interested government agencies and akimats," Olzhas Bektenov stressed.At the same time, it is important to effectively use the potential of the East-West, North-South corridors and the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, which provide access to the markets of China, the Persian Gulf countries, the Caucasus and Europe.The Head of Government instructed the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Integration, together with the akimats, to form a pool of potential foreign investors for each of the hubs and work out their participation in projects, as well as determine the working conditions of management companies. In addition, it is necessary to constantly work on high-quality filling of hubs with promising projects.The Ministry of Industry, together with the Ministries of National Economy, Finance and akimats, must take measures within a month to create and expand special economic zones for the development of cross-border hubs. Akimats were instructed to provide all hubs with basic infrastructure, including electricity, water supply, transport routes and communications.Olzhas Bektenov paid special attention to the issue of providing electricity to the Industrial trade and logistics complex. The Ministry of Energy and the Akimat of Zhambyl region were instructed to ensure the construction of a substation in the Kordai district as soon as possible.The Ministry of Trade and Integration is tasked with ensuring effective coordination of all participants in the process of creating and developing cross-border hubs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/899758

In order to develop the tourism services market, the member States, together with the Eurasian Economic Commission, have developed maps of joint Eurasian tourist routes of the EAEU member States.When developing maps of joint tourist routes, the potential of the tourism industry of each EAEU member state is shown, including natural potential, unique tourist sites, etc.The maps are based on the proposals of the member States and include information on 419 Eurasian tourist sites, 38 routes and modes of transportation.For example, a route has been developed that runs through the territories of all participating countries: Kyrgyz Republic (Bishkek-Tokmak) – Republic of Kazakhstan (Almaty) – Russian Federation (Moscow) – Republic of Belarus (Minsk-Zhodino-Mir-Nesvizh) – Republic of Armenia (Yerevan).The geographical feature and historical value of the Republic of Kazakhstan have led to the fact that more than 50% of the recommended routes pass through our country.The multiplier effect of the development of tourist routes of the EAEU countries will be to assist in increasing the flow of domestic tourists and tourists from third countries, the dynamic development of the industry, additional impetus to economic sectors associated with tourism, including hospitality, transport, medicine, agriculture, etc.In the future, countries will be able to make proposals for the subsequent updating of the map. This document was adopted by the EEC Board on November 12 this year.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/900266

On Saturday and Sunday, the capital hosted the "Sogym Fest" fair. During the event, residents of the city bought more than 100 tons of smoke. The fair was visited by Chairman of the Trade Committee of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aidar Abildabekov. Farmers from Akmola, Abai and Pavlodar regions took part in the fair.At the fair, a kilogram of beef was sold for 2300 tenge, mutton and horse meat — for 2300-2500 tenge. "Sogym Fest" will be held every Saturday and Sunday at the Koktal trading house in Astana. In addition to meat, other food products are also sold at the fair."Such fairs are an important tool to curb the rise in food prices, especially before the holidays. It also helps to preserve traditional forms of trade, which are part of our culture," said Aidar Abildabekov, Chairman of the Trade Committee.In general, according to the schedule of local akimats, about 400 fairs of various levels are planned to be held in December. Here, residents can purchase goods directly from manufacturers, without intermediaries.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/900363

In order to strengthen trade relations between Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Afghanistan, a Trade pavilion for Kazakh products was opened on the territory of the Termez International Trade Center in the Ayritom FEZ, Republic of Uzbekistan. The event was held with the support of JSC "QazTrade" and the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.As part of the ceremony, the signing of the lease agreement for the trade pavilion between representatives of the Kazakh side and the directorate of the FEZ "Ayritom" took place. The agreement was an important step in the development of trade and expansion of the presence of Kazakh products in foreign markets.The Termez International Trade Center was created to create a favorable business environment, improve logistics and simplify administrative procedures for entrepreneurs. The new pavilion will become an important platform for the promotion of Kazakhstani goods in the markets of Uzbekistan and Afghanistan, as well as open up new prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation and expansion of Kazakhstan's export opportunities.Kazakhstani companies are invited to cooperate at the trade pavilion, where all conditions are created for expanding business and promoting products to the markets of neighboring countries. To place your products in the pavilion, you must contact QazTrade JSC.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/900299

Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliev reported on the development of cross-border hubs at a Government meeting chaired by Olzhas Bektenov.The Head of State set the task of forming full-fledged transport and logistics hubs in Kazakhstan in Central Asia and the Caspian region. To implement it, transport, logistics and trade centers are being created around the country on the borders with China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, the Russian Federation and on the Caspian coast. The goals, objectives and approaches for the creation and development of cross-border hubs are provided for in the Concept of development of transport and logistics potential of Kazakhstan until 2030. Their creation will accelerate trade cooperation with border countries, increase the growth of non-primary exports by 30%, and simplify logistics procedures for businesses.The location of the Industrial Trade and Logistics Complex project was chosen in the area adjacent to one of the busiest transit checkpoints: Karasu on the part of Kazakhstan and Ak-Tilek on the part of Kyrgyzstan, which are part of the international automobile corridor Western Europe – Western China."The complex will provide services for storage and pre-sale preparation of products, consolidation and redistribution of goods by wholesale lots. To date, a pool of potential residents of ITLK is being formed. A simplified border system and a registration system for vehicles and goods will operate on the territory of the complex, where goods will move across the new bridge, which will significantly relieve the existing checkpoints. Construction work will begin in 2025," the minister said. The International Center for Industrial Cooperation "Central Asia" will become the largest center in the region for the consolidation, processing and distribution of cargo flows, as well as industrial cooperation within the framework of the North–South corridor.The center will be located near the checkpoints "Atameken" (Kazakhstan) and "Gulistan" (Uzbekistan), will consist of production sites, warehouses for storage, as well as transport infrastructure. This will speed up the delivery of goods and reduce logistics costs, reduce the number of participants in the supply chain, reduce the cost of the product to the end user and increase the speed of deliveries.The center will provide the creation of new industries, jobs, processing of agricultural and industrial products, industries in the field of mechanical engineering and metalworking, pharmaceuticals, electrical engineering, chemical, leather and textile and clothing products, including the project of Global Textile LLP for the production of finished textile products.The creation of the ICPC will favorably affect the further deepening of bilateral trade and economic relations with border countries, activate business ties between manufacturers and entrepreneurs of the two countries, and will stimulate an increase in mutual trade turnover to $ 10 billion in the next 5 years. But the Eurasia Cross-border Trade Center will be located on the territory adjacent to the airport in Uralsk. It is a hub for cargo flows with access to the cities of Orenburg, Saratov, Samara and further to the largest federal districts of the Russian Federation and Eastern European countries. To implement the Center, an industrial zone has been created for investment projects for the production of paints, polymer coatings, plastic containers/containers and 3D decor panels. The implementation of the Center will bring macroeconomic effects for the West Kazakhstan region: a decrease in the share of total national economic costs for the promotion of goods and goods in the GDP structure by 5%-10%; an increase in the investment attractiveness of production placement projects. The launch of the Eurasia TTC is scheduled for 2026.The Khorgos Hub is an integral element of expanding the transit potential of Kazakhstan, and is also part of the global concept of the People's Republic of China – "One Belt, One Road", which takes into account the geographical location, infrastructure potential with access to Europe and the Middle East. According to Arman Shakkaliev, the implementation of the Khorgos Node project consists in the interconnection and integration of infrastructure facilities to increase exports, transit and the development of industrial cooperation. It will give an impetus to the development of trade and economic cooperation on the border of Kazakhstan and China.The Caspian Hub will be aimed at the countries of the Caspian region with a population of more than 100 million people. The practical implementation of the project is the construction of a site for container storage and transshipment from a railway wagon to sea containers, as well as the provision of high–quality service for their processing. The Caspian Hub will allow to increase the volume of transit cargo from China to Europe at TMTM, as well as the development of the Turkmenbashi – Aktau – PRC container line.One of the projects implemented as part of the development of hubs at the Caspian hub is the project "Construction of a container hub in the Aktau seaport". Work on the implementation of the project has begun. A land plot with an area of 19 hectares has been reserved on the territory of the Aktau Seaport SEZ. An agreement on attracting investments in this project has been signed with a potential investor – the port of LLC GK Port of Lianyungang. International companies PSA International (Singapore), Abu Dhabi Ports Group (UAE), Adani Group (India), and Rhenus (Germany) also expressed interest in participating in the project. The project is being implemented by the Ministry of Transport in cooperation with the Akimat of the Mangystau region. The construction of a container hub in the port of Aktau is scheduled to be completed in the second quarter of 2025.Another project that gives impetus to the development and expansion of the Kuryk port is the construction of the multifunctional Sarzha marine terminal. The investor is the SEMURG INVEST company. The project involves the construction of a general cargo terminal, a universal terminal, a bulk cargo terminal, as well as a transport and logistics center and a production complex with a total capacity of about 10 million tons. General cargo transshipment has been underway since November 2023, and more than 73 thousand tons of metal and fertilizers have been processed to date. The project completion date is 2026."To date, the measures and procedures for the adoption of organizational and administrative documents necessary for the creation of hubs have been fully completed. In particular, two intergovernmental agreements have been signed with Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan, and industrial zones have been created," Arman Shakkaliyev said. The Minister also stressed that the creation of production facilities together with border countries by building a system of cross-border hubs as priority development zones will contribute to:strengthening the role of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the system of transcontinental and interstate economic corridors;the growth of trade turnover between the countries and the strengthening of strategic relations;development of industrial cooperation and transport and logistics infrastructure;development of the export potential of the Republic of Kazakhstan;the organization of modern multimodal hubs for servicing international cargo flows. Source: https://primeminister.kz/ru/news/sozdanie-prigranichnykh-transportno-logisticheskikh-khabov-uvelichit-eksport-nesyrevykh-tovarov-na-30-29451 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/900516

In Astana, the price index for socially important food products amounted to 99.7% last week. There is a decrease in prices for a number of key products such as horns, buckwheat, rice, cabbage, sugar and cottage cheese.In order to stabilize vegetable prices in the off-season, forward contracts were signed in Astana with large producers of Pavlodar and Turkestan regions for the supply of about 14 thousand tons of vegetables. These measures will help ensure an uninterrupted supply of the capital and minimize possible price fluctuations for this product.It is worth noting that according to the Bureau of National Statistics, prices for some types of vegetables in Astana remain among the lowest in the country compared to other regions.In addition, contracts have been signed for the supply of 100 tons of butter and 528 tons of flour, which are sold in the city's retail facilities at fixed prices.The main purpose of the events is to control the rise in prices on the food market and ensure the availability of basic goods for residents of the city.In order to ensure compliance with pricing policy and legislation, the Department of Trade and Protection of Rights is constantly monitored in conjunction with the MIO.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/900827