The Ministry of Internal Affairs hosted the republican amateur art competition "Mindet. Erlik. Abyroy".The event was attended by representatives of various departments of the department.— The competition is traditionally held for the 14th time. 139 winners of the regional stages will perform in this hall today. The most talented employees of the internal affairs bodies gathered on this stage," said Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Aidar Saitbekov.The main theme of the competition was the unity of the people of Kazakhstan, love for the Motherland, family traditions and values. The jury members evaluated the participants according to several criteria: artistry, bearing, the ability to stay on stage and the emotional component of the performance.The Grand Prix went to the DP group of the North Kazakhstan region. According to the drill song, the first place was taken by the DP team of the Almaty region, the second place was taken by the DP of the East Kazakhstan Region, and the third place was taken by the DP of the city of Almaty.Among the soloists, the first place was taken by an employee of the Akmola region DP Bekzat Zhumaev, the second place went to Gaukhar Tolykbaeva from the Almaty Academy, the third was Sherkhan Toleukhanov from the Karaganda region Police Department.Among the vocal groups, the places were distributed as follows: the winner of the I degree — DP of Zhambyl region, the winner of the II degree – DP of East Kazakhstan region, the winner of the III degree – DP of Kostanay region.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/899856

From 10 to 12 December 2024, Astana hosts the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) national seminar on introduction to management systems for a Nuclear Power Program. This seminar was organized by the Ministry of energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan together with "Kazakhstan nuclear power plants" LLP with the involvement of international experts in the field of nuclear energy as speakers.During the seminar, the main approaches to the creation and implementation of management systems for the safe and effective development of nuclear energy were presented. International experts shared their experience in implementing modern IAEA standards and noted the importance of integrating the principles of safety, quality and sustainability into the management process. Particular attention was paid to the formation of a safety culture based on the best World practices, taking into account Kazakhstan's plans for the construction of the country's first nuclear power plant and the transition to low-carbon energy.Kazakhstani specialists had a valuable opportunity to study the best international approaches and discuss their adaptation to national conditions. The participants noted the importance of such events for the training of qualified personnel and the successful implementation of the program for the development of nuclear energy in Kazakhstan.The organization of the seminar was another step in strengthening Kazakhstan's cooperation with the IAEA, Kazakhstan's commitment to international standards, the desire to reduce the carbon footprint and switch to environmentally friendly energy sources. The Ministry of energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and "Kazakhstan nuclear power plants" LLP expressed their gratitude to international partners for their assistance in training Kazakhstani specialists and plan to continue active interaction within the framework of future educational initiatives.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/energo/press/news/details/899851

The end of the second quarter is approaching. Winter holidays in Kazakhstani schools will last 10 calendar days – from December 30, 2024 to January 8, 2025 inclusive. This is reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan.For the effective and safe conduct and personal development of schoolchildren during the winter holidays, an action plan has been developed within the framework of the Birtutas Tarbieh program. School event plans include educational, sports, cultural and creative activities:• within the framework of the project "Okuga kustar mektep" — an intra-school event "Kysta kitap okimyz, zhadymyzga tokimyz";• Theater festivals and productions;• workshops on making Christmas decorations;• Safety lessons;• educational excursions to museums, scientific centers and historical monuments;• sports games, ice skating, skiing;• charity events and others. Ensuring the safety of children remains one of the main priorities. In this regard, special attention is paid to the prevention of traffic accidents involving children, compliance with internal regulations in schools, security measures on the street, fire safety at home and cybersecurity. It should be noted that these activities are sent to educational organizations as methodological recommendations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/899518

Corruption remains one of the most acute problems threatening the sustainable development of society. This phenomenon destroys the foundations of democracy, undermines citizens' trust in the state, slows down economic development and increases social inequality. Effective anti-corruption requires a systematic approach, consolidation of efforts of all sectors of society and the introduction of comprehensive preventive measures.Projects and programs aimed at the formation of an anti-corruption culture are being actively implemented in the Abai region. Special attention is paid to work with young people, which is the foundation of the future society. Thus, within the framework of the Sanaly Urpak forum, training programs are organized that educate the younger generation in a conscious rejection of corruption. Additionally, explanatory work is carried out among government officials, students and business representatives aimed at increasing legal literacy and awareness.Modern technologies have become an important tool in the fight against corruption. For example, digital platforms such as e-Otinish are being actively introduced in Kazakhstan, which ensure transparency and eliminate the need for personal interaction with government agencies. These initiatives are supported by the implementation of the "Listening State" policy aimed at strengthening trust between the government and citizens through open dialogue and accessibility of information.Public organizations and interagency cooperation play a key role in preventing corruption. An interdepartmental Anti-Corruption Commission has been established in the region, including representatives of government authorities, the non-governmental sector, the media and the public council. This approach ensures a comprehensive consideration of issues and the involvement of civil society in solving urgent problems.Special attention is paid to anti-corruption initiatives on the ground. So, in September 2024, meetings of members of the Mobile Group with the population were held in the city of Kurchatov, as well as in Beskaragai, Ayagoz and Urzhar districts. The group included representatives of the Department of the Anti-Corruption Agency of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Abai region, the regional Chamber of Entrepreneurs, the departments of police, education and health, as well as business representatives. As part of the events, citizens could receive consultations and ask questions directly.On October 18, 2024, an intellectual game was held among students, organized by the public association "Center for Independent Studies" with the support of the Department of Internal Policy of the Abai region. The forum was attended by teams from 9 universities of the country. The participants took an educational route from the city of Semey to the Memorial Complex "Abai Shakarim", where they performed tasks related to Abai's work and the basics of anti-corruption behavior. The game aroused wide interest among students, who suggested making it an annual tradition.Corruption prevention is a systematic work aimed at strengthening trust in the state, fostering honesty and justice as key social values. Only through joint efforts is it possible to build a transparent, fair and sustainable society free from corruption.Akim of the region Abai Nurlan UrankhaevSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/899636

This year, the acreage in Borodulikha district reached 356,716 hectares, which is 400 hectares more than a year earlier. Over the past three years, the acreage has increased by 34 thousand hectares, of which 20.7 thousand hectares are spring sowing.Since the beginning of 2024, the volume of gross agricultural output has amounted to 44.6 billion tenge. The main contribution was provided by crop production — 32.1 billion tenge (65%), while livestock production brought 12.4 billion tenge (35%).A noticeable increase is also observed in the number of livestock. The number of cattle increased to 29,321 heads (+22.5%), and small cattle — to 33,374 heads (+28.1%).To date, 403 agricultural producers are actively working in the region, making a significant contribution to strengthening the region's economy.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/899654

In 9 months of 2024, the number of domestic tourists increased by 562 thousand, reaching 6 million people.The influx of foreign visitors amounted to 11.5 million people, which is almost twice as much as in the same period in 2023. Of these, 969 thousand foreign tourists stayed at the accommodation facilities.These indicators indicate the effectiveness of the measures taken and the growing interest in Kazakhstan as a tourist destination.The economic indicators of the industry also show significant growth.The total income of the accommodation facilities increased by 27%, amounting to 224 billion tenge.The number of accommodation facilities increased by 306 units, to 4,315, and their capacity increased by 18 thousand beds, reaching 226 thousand.This allows Kazakhstan to significantly increase its readiness to receive both domestic and international tourists.Investments in the tourism industry continue to grow rapidly. In 10 months of 2024, their volume increased by 33.6%, amounting to 668.1 billion tenge. @KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/898663

This year, the volume of approved applications for state support has increased 3 times. In 2024 alone, 2.1 billion tenge was approved for 37 tourist facilities and 6 tour buses.By the end of 2024, it is planned to complete 119 investment projects with a total value of 120.4 billion tenge, which will create 1,319 jobs. Among the key initiatives:construction of the Medina Palace Hotel in Turkestan;modernization of the sanatorium "Aksu-Zhabagly" with the addition of new hotel facilities.Special attention is paid to the development of agrotourism, which will provide additional employment for 10 thousand rural residents through the creation of glamping and guest houses. It is planned to update the hotel classification system and expand the powers of local executive bodies to develop infrastructure in the territories of national parks.@KZgovernmentSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/898665

An expanded staff meeting was held in the capital under the chairmanship of the Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan Yerbol Myrzabosynov. The event was attended by heads and representatives of subordinate organizations of the Ministry, as well as regional departments of physical culture and sports, to sum up the results of 2024.At the meeting, heads and representatives of regional sports departments presented reports on the development of sports infrastructure, physical culture and sports in their regions, as well as on attracting young people to sports. The current state of sports in the regions, accumulated problems were openly discussed and ways to solve them were proposed.The Minister stressed the importance of sport in the life of society, its impact on people's health and quality of life. He noted the need for an open discussion of specific measures aimed at overcoming obstacles in the development of the sports industry.The meeting also raised issues of sports infrastructure development, including increasing the number of sports grounds in rural areas, as well as the construction of new sports facilities using the mechanism of public-private partnership. In addition, proposals were made to train specialists in the sports field, improve their skills and strengthen measures to support athletes.Erbol Myrzabosynov discussed in detail the state of sports in the regions and outlined concrete steps for its further development. The Minister stressed the need to implement state programs, coordinate the work of regional administrations and increase the number of sports events at the local level in order to achieve high results in the sports industry.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/899323

During the forum, participants from China shared their impressions of Kazakhstan. They noted the rich culture, unique natural beauty and hospitality of the Kazakh people.The Forum emphasized the importance of tourism as an important bridge for strengthening cultural and economic ties between the two countries, opening up new prospects for mutual cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/tsm/press/news/details/899713

Today, on the day of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, we note the importance of protecting and promoting the rights and freedoms of everyone.The Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan strives to strengthen the rule of law, ensure equality before justice and protect the rights of our citizens. We continue to actively work on improving legislation and implementing international human rights standards.On this special day, let us remember that human rights are the foundation of a just, peaceful and prosperous society.Your rights are our priority!Together we are building a strong and fair Kazakhstan.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/899783

On December 8, the lighting of the access road to the village of Kyzylsuat was completed. At the expense of the fourth level of the budget, 35 poles with lamps were installed, which made it possible to illuminate the entrance part of the 1.2 km long road. 10 million tenge was allocated for this project. The work was carried out by the contracting organization Metal Energy LLP.The new lighting system will not only improve visibility at night, but also emphasize the appearance of the settlement. Also, for additional security in the village of Kyzylsuat, the installation of video surveillance cameras in the amount of 22 units is underway, of which 3 cameras have already been installed on the entrance part of the road.Earlier, 99 poles with lamps were installed in the Kyzyzsuat rural district on road sections with a total length of 3.5 km in the villages of Shubar, Akkayyn and Kyzylsuat.In addition, a mobile operator base station was installed in the rural district. The launch of the equipment will improve the quality of cellular communication and increase the data transfer rate.These projects are aimed at improving safety, improving the living conditions of local residents and creating a more comfortable infrastructure. The implemented initiatives improve the overall standard of living in the region and make the Tselinograd district more aesthetic and comfortable to live in. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/899367

Inga Dmitrieva, a resident of the village of Zhaltyr in the Astrakhan region, became a vivid example of how government support and personal initiative can change lives.A mother of many children, she used the right to receive a grant and completed training under the Bastau Business program. She mastered the basics of entrepreneurship, developed a business plan and defended her project "Farm of the Future". "My idea is aimed at the production of natural dairy products using modern technologies and increasing the availability of fresh and high-quality products," says Inga Dmitrieva.Serikbol Avdikerim, a resident of the village of Astrakhan, also completed training under this program and received state support in the form of a grant to implement his business project. His project is dedicated to the production of fast food in rural areas. He purchased the necessary equipment and started selling the goods.In total, 40 people have been trained in the basics of entrepreneurship under the Bastau Business program in the district, this year 7 grants have been issued for the implementation of business ideas. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/899577

On December 9, 2024, with the participation of representatives of the territorial departments of the National Security Committee of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the police and local executive bodies, the issues of organizing anti-terrorist protection were clarified for the staff of the ADK River shopping mall.The following information was provided during the event:- requirements for the organization of anti-terrorist protection of objects vulnerable to terrorism approved by Resolution of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated May 6, 2021 No. 305;- instructions on the organization of anti-terrorist protection of objects of the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, vulnerable to terrorism, and objects of domestic trade, vulnerable to terrorism, approved by Order of the Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated October 5, 2023 No. 366-NK;- signs of standard and improvised explosive devices and the algorithm of actions when they are detected;- a scheme for notifying on-duty services in order to minimize and eliminate the consequences of terrorist threats;- the inevitability of punishment for deliberately false messages;- rules for the establishment and payment of remuneration for information that helped to prevent or suppress an act of terrorism. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/akimvko/press/news/details/899466

A conference on "The responsibility of religious leaders in the fight against global challenges" was held in Iran. The event was organized by the Center for Dialogue of Religions and Cultures of the Islamic Republic of Iran in cooperation with the Center for Interfaith and Interreligious Dialogue of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Experts in the field of religious studies from the two countries discussed the importance of the potential of religious leaders in solving modern social problems. The conference was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan.The speakers stressed that the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, which is taking place in Kazakhstan, plays an important role in bringing religious leaders closer together in key areas of global development, strengthening peace and harmony between countries and peoples.Within the framework of the conference, representatives of the Kazakh delegation held a meeting with the Head of the Organization for Culture and Islamic Relations under the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran.In addition, members of the Kazakh delegation visited the University of Tehran, where they met with the teaching staff and students. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/899697

Akim of the region Gauez Nurmukhambetov visited Kyzylzhar district."The year is coming to an end, time is summing up the results of 2024. This year, special emphasis was placed on the restoration of the infrastructure of the villages of the Kyzylzhar district after the flood. Dams have been strengthened in the villages of Beskol, Riparian and Teplichnoye," the head of the region wrote on social networks. Despite the difficult situation, important infrastructure and social projects have been implemented in the district. The average repair of intra-village roads in the villages of Nalobino, Vagulino and Beloe was carried out. A 5-storey building and a metal tape facility for a hockey court are under construction in the village of Beskol. Of the 38 medical facilities in the region, 8 were built in the villages of the Kyzylzhar district. The akim of the region also visited social facilities and enterprises in the area. I visited the renovated Beskolsky secondary school No. 2 within the framework of the project of the Kazakhstan Khalkyna Foundation and the Balapan kindergarten after renovation. Gauez Nurmukhambetov also inspected houses for socially vulnerable groups in Baiterek and supervised the restoration of electricity supply in Novokamenka. Akim of North Kazakhstan Region got acquainted with the work of the enterprises "Raduga", "Molservice", "ER-Agro", "Molodoye Agro" and "Elim Kyzylzhar" LLP, met with farmers of the district. The trip ended with a meeting with residents of the district at the Bogolyubovo House of Culture, where topical issues and prospects for the development of the region were discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/sko/press/news/details/899379

By April 2025, the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation plans to fill Tasotkel and Teris-Aschybulak reservoirs in Zhambyl region by 100%. A staff meeting was held at the Ministry, where preparations for spring floods and the irrigation period next year were discussed.Today, the Tasotkel reservoir is filled by 70.5%, which is about 353 million cubic meters of water. 36 million cubic meters of water have been collected in the Teris-Aschybulak reservoir.The Shardara reservoir in the Turkestan region is also actively accumulating water. Over the past month, 702 million cubic meters of water have arrived in it. Now the reservoir is 41% full. By spring, the Ministry intends to accumulate more than 5 billion cubic meters of water in it.The Kapchagai reservoir in the Almaty region is almost 90% full. This is about 16.6 billion cubic meters of water. In November-December of this year, 120 million cubic meters of water were received there."The Ministry is actively negotiating with neighboring countries to ensure stable water supply in the southern regions during the irrigation period next year. At last week's meeting of the Kazakh-Kyrgyz Intergovernmental Council in Bishkek, we reached a number of important agreements. Thanks to water diplomacy, our farmers did not experience water shortages during the irrigation period this year," said Nurzhan Nurzhigitov, Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/water/press/news/details/899432

In accordance with the Social Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the UAPF annually, no later than five working days after the official publication of the law on the republican budget for the next financial year, is obliged to publish in the media, as well as on its own Internet resource, the minimum adequacy thresholds (MAT) of pension savings, calculated for the coming year.Fulfilling this requirement, the UAPF publishes the MAT for 2025 and reports that the size of the MAT has not changed and remains at the 2024 level. Let us remind you that in 2024 the size of the MAT also did not increase.It should be noted that MAT is the minimum amount of pension savings (formed through compulsory pension contributions) required to ensure a monthly pension of no less than the minimum pension. This is an estimated amount of pension savings, which is determined based on socio-economic indicators, as well as projected calculations of future pension contributions (based on the minimum wage) and investment returns. In other words, the minimum adequacy threshold is the minimum that must remain in the account so that the contributor, upon reaching retirement age, receives pension benefits (taking into account the minimum basic pension benefit) of no less than the minimum pension.The MAT is calculated in accordance with the methodology for determining the minimum sufficiency threshold of pension savings (hereinafter referred to as the Methodology) (approved by the Decree of the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 30.06.2023 No. 521 (hereinafter referred to as Resolution No. 521)).According to the Methodology, the following socio-economic indicators for 2025 were used to calculate the MAT for 2025[1]:1) minimum wage - 85,000 tenge;2) minimum state basic pension benefit - 32,360 tenge;3) minimum pension - 62,771 tenge;4) subsistence minimum for calculating the amount of basic social benefits - 46,228 tenge.Despite the increase in certain socio-economic indicators, the maintenance of the MAT at the same level (without an increase compared to 2024) is partly due to the fact that such important parameters as the minimum wage and the projected annual interest rate of return on pension savings remained unchanged. UAPF was founded on August 22, 2013 on the basis of GNPF APF JSC. The founder and shareholder of the UAPF is the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan represented by the State Institution Committee of State Property and Privatization of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Trust management of UAPF pension assets is carried out by the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan. In accordance with the pension legislation, the UAPF attracts compulsory pension contributions, employer’s compulsory pension contributions, compulsory occupational pension contributions, voluntary pension contributions, as well as carries out enrollment and accounting of voluntary pension contributions formed at the expense of the unclaimed amount of guaranteed compensation for the guaranteed deposit, transferred by the organization carrying out mandatory guarantee of deposits, in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On mandatory guarantee of deposits placed in second-tier banks of the Republic of Kazakhstan", ensures the implementation of pension benefits. The Fund also carries out accounting of target assets and target requirements, accounting and crediting of target savings (TS) to target savings accounts, payments of TS to their recipients in bank accounts, accounting for returns of TS in the manner determined by the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan within the framework of the National Fund for Children program (More details at www.enpf.kz) [1] in accordance with the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On the Republican Budget for 2025-2027".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/899428

Announcement Open Doors Day in UAPF JSC - exploring the possibilities of investing our pension savings As part of the information and outreach work among the population, UAPF JSC will hold an Open Doors Day on December 13, 2024.The main topic of the day is "Investment strategies of the IPM. Consideration of current issues of contributors.".What is IPM, how to choose the right company to transfer your savings, as well as the rules for their transfer will be explained to you by the Fund's specialists and representatives of investment companies during the upcoming event.We remind you that the Open Doors Day will be held online on December 13, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., 14:00 p.m., and 16:00 p.m. To participate in the event at 10:00 a.m., each participant must follow the link https://enpf.webex.com/weblink/register/r8e6cbc4e85018a6296ba1e0f01cc9bea Then enter the event meeting number: 2510 812 3186 and the event meeting password: 2024 To participate in the event at 14:00 a.m., each participant must follow the link https://enpf.webex.com/weblink/register/rf8c023663cefbab5d70ddb7dcb0d5d4c Then enter the event meeting number: 2514 463 1464 and the event meeting password: 2024 To participate in the event at 16:00 a.m., each participant must follow the link https://enpf.webex.com/weblink/register/r982a09bcb1897e29fc3deffcab8c10f7 Then enter the event meeting number: 2515 915 7926 and the event meeting password: 2024 UAPF JSC is waiting for its contributors (beneficiaries) and all comers at the Open Doors Day! Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/abay/press/news/details/899353

In coordination with the Presidential Administration, by order of the Minister of Internal Affairs, Koblandin Kalizhan Zhenisbekovich was appointed head of the Makan Esbulatov Almaty Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.The new head of the educational institution was introduced to the staff by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Aidar Saitbekov.Kalizhan Koblandin has extensive experience in various management positions. Prior to his appointment to the new position, he held the position of Deputy Head of the Police Department for Transport.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/898985

In coordination with the Presidential Administration, by order of the Minister of Internal Affairs, Biekenov Nurlan Amangeldinovich was appointed head of the Karaganda Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs named after Barimbek Beisenov.Deputy Minister Aidar Saitbekov introduced the new head of the departmental educational institution to the staff.Nurlan Biekenov worked as a teacher, head of the department of the Karaganda Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/qriim/press/news/details/898996