In honor of the International Human Rights Day, the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan held a Republican essay contest among students of grades 8-11 on the topic "Why do you need to know your rights?" from November 8 to November 29, 2024.747 students took part in the competition. Out of the specified number of works, after checking for compliance with the requirements of the Regulations on the Republican Competition and checking for originality through the Anti-Plagiarism system, 29 works were selected. Out of the specified number of works, 3 works with the highest scores were determined by the decision of the Commission on summing up the results of the republican essay contest on the topic "Why do you need to know your rights?".Thus, the winners of the competition are recognized: I-place: Zaidinova Symbat;II place: Rustanbek Islam;III place: Vadim Krasnikov.Congratulations to all the winners, as well as their parents and teachers!The winners will be rewarded with diplomas and memorable prizes.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/897366

In honor of the fact that Turkestan became the tourist capital of the Turkic world, the Regional Art Festival "Onerli olke" continued in the region this year. Today, the Regional Center summed up the results of the festival and awarded the winners. Deputy akim of the region Yertay Altayev awarded the winning and prize-winning districts.- This year marks the sixth anniversary of the establishment of the Turkestan region. Although the name goes back millennia, the structure is new for our region, this time has become a period of renewal and development. As you know, within the framework of the instruction of the head of state Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on granting Turkestan a special status, a special bill has been developed and is under consideration by the Parliament. This is an important task assigned to our region, an initiative that requires high responsibility. Cultural experts will also make a great contribution to the implementation of these good deeds. A special attraction for residents and guests of the city was the traditionally organized Regional Art Festival "Onerli olke". Art collectives from the district and the city, talented young people showed a perfect combination of our national values and contemporary art. I would like to express my gratitude to everyone who contributed to this festival and performed at a high level, " Yertai Kenzhebekovich said.By the decision of the jury, the artists of Saryagash district, who won the main prize, were awarded the statuette "Onerli olke". The first place was taken by Sauran and Sozak districts, the second place was taken by Ordabasy, Kazygurt and Zhetysay districts, the third place was taken by Tulkubas and Otyrar districts and the city of Turkestan. The winners and prize-winning districts were awarded financial prizes and special diplomas.In addition, special prizes were awarded. The diploma for participation in the festival was awarded to Sairam and Baidibek, Tolebi district. A special prize of the Akim of the region was awarded to the city of Kentau with the prize "Tugan zher - Altyn besigim" Arys, a special prize "Auylym – Altyn tugyrym" Maktaaral district, a special prize "Onerli olke" Shardara district, a special prize "Kuletim mereyim" Keles district.During the event, a number of cultural workers were awarded letters of thanks from the organizing committee to the winners of the regional competition among rural houses of culture and clubs "Auyl – madeniyet bastau" and cultural workers who organized the events organized by the region at the highest level at the V World Nomad game in Astana.At the festival, the jury evaluated several requirements and determined the winners. Exhibitions of artists, craftsmen, national cuisine, book exhibitions dedicated to the history, achievements of the district, city, theatrical performances dedicated to traditions and Customs, National Games, concert programs dedicated to traditional art, folk theater performances such as street theater, national sports games, gala concert of artists of the district, city, audience involvement in the event, the level of Organization of the festival in each city, district were taken into account.It should be noted that the festival was opened by artists of Sairam district. The event was organized in order to develop our national art and increase the tourist potential of Turkestan. This festival was held on Friday and Saturday every week in Turkestan from June to October. There, art groups from districts and cities performed for turkestans and guests of the city. In addition, exhibitions of artists and craftsmen were organized.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/897317

On behalf of the governor of Turkestan region Darkhan Satybaldyn, delegations of entrepreneurs of the region and representatives of akimats of districts and cities are formed, where they get acquainted with the experience of the world's leading production facilities. At the same time, the delegation of Maktaaral district made a business trip to China. A group of maktaarals headed by Deputy akim of the district Nurbol Sattarov visited the cities of Urumqi and Kuarli of the people's Republic of China and got acquainted with the work of a number of production facilities.The main purpose of the trip is to gain international experience in the economic development of China, to introduce it in Maktaaral district, to open factories and factories in the region, to increase the welfare of the population.The delegation includes Deputy of the district maslikhat Timur Adambekov, akim of Irzhar rural district Abdygappar Bibolov, akim of Enbekshi rural district Berik Agenov and several entrepreneurs.During the visit, the members of the delegation visited a plant for the assembly of cotton and corn harvesters, a chicken farm, workshops for the production of meat, cottonseed oil, feed, juice, plants for the production of drip irrigation tapes and film for greenhouses, where they got acquainted with the work of production facilities.During a special meeting with representatives of Chinese business, they learned about the prices of machine tools at these enterprises, the market for installation and delivery to Kazakhstan. He also got acquainted with the construction of sewage and irrigation systems in these regions.At business meetings, entrepreneurs from maktaaral brought machines for the production of things necessary for construction in different directions to Maktaaral and discussed the issue of opening small workshops. Work in this direction will continue.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/897320

Akim of Turkestan region Darkhan Satybaldy visited Maktaaral district on a working trip and got acquainted in detail with the socio-economic situation of the region. As part of the trip, the governor of the region inspected the construction of two plants of BEGASH LLP located in the industrial zone of the district: an enterprise for the production of drip irrigation equipment and a cotton seed processing plant.The cost of the plant for the production of drip irrigation tape is 1.5 billion tenge, and it will provide 25 people with permanent jobs. The cotton seed processing plant will also cost 1.5 billion tenge and create 17 jobs. Both projects are planned to be commissioned in 2025.– It is necessary to intensify the work of the industrial zone and replenish it with new projects. I support initiatives to introduce water saving technologies. It is important to work on improving the varieties and quality of cotton. The development plan of the district should be implemented, and the number of jobs should increase," Darkhan Satybaldy stressed.The head of the region also met with local farmers and chairmen of farms in the industrial zone. During the meeting, ways of developing entrepreneurship and agriculture, as well as measures of state support were discussed.Earlier, the Zhanasyl cotton processing plant, which is considered one of the most competitive in Central Asia, began operating in the industrial zone of the district. The company provides 150 people with permanent jobs, processing up to 600 tons of pure cotton per day. In addition, 180 tons of cotton fiber are processed daily at the plant. The plant has 13 cotton receiving points in Maktaaral and Zhetysai districts. Since the beginning of the harvesting campaign, 41 thousand tons of cotton have already been harvested. The plant produces fiber, seeds, lint and hatch from cotton raw materials, which are exported to China, Turkey, Europe, Tajikistan, Iran and Kyrgyzstan.The total area of the industrial zone of the Maktaaralsky district is 24.2 hectares. At the moment, 4 investment projects worth 5.45 billion tenge have been implemented here. In the near future, it is planned to launch 4 more projects with investments in the amount of 2 billion tenge, which will be put into operation by 2025.The press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/897327

Today, the award ceremony of the regional competition "Auyl is the beginning of culture" was held in Turkestan. The winners were awarded by the director of the Regional Center for Culture and folk art Meirzhan Aliakbarov, who focused on the goals and priorities and shortcomings of the competition.In total, about 200 rural houses of culture and clubs took part in the competition, which was held from November 4 to 11, organized by the Turkestan Regional Department of culture and the Regional Center for Culture and folk art. Director of the regional center of culture and folk art, excellent worker of culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Meirzhan Aliakbarov, head of the Department "Organization of cultural and leisure activities" of this center Murat Zhumanov and specialist of the cultural organizer, excellent worker of culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zagipa Umirzakova acted as judges. In accordance with the terms and conditions of the competition, the jury, evaluating all the possibilities related to improving the work of rural houses of culture and clubs, concluded:By the decision of the jury, the main prize for houses of rural culture was awarded to the rural house of culture "DIKhan Baba" of Saryagash district. The first place was taken by the House of culture of the village "Taukent" of Sozak district and the rural house of culture "Koksu" of Shardara district. The second place was awarded to the rural house of culture "Sysnek" of Sauran district and the rural house of culture "Baltakol" of Otyrar district. The III place was taken by the rural house of culture "Kyzemshek" of Sozak district, the rural house of Culture "old Ikan" of Sauran district, the rural house of culture "Sozak" of Sozak district and the rural house of culture "Kenesshil" of Maktaaral district.And the main prize in rural clubs was awarded to the village club "Tulkubas" of Tulkubas district. The first place was awarded to the village club "Zhideli" in the city of Arys. The second place went to the rural club "XXX anniversary of Kazakhstan" of Sauran district and the rural club "Mynbay" of Tulkubas district. The third place was taken by the rural club "Beynetkesh" of Tolebi district, the rural club "Ketebay" of Zhetysai district, the rural club "Bayyrkum" of Arys, the rural club "XXX anniversary of Kazakhstan" of Sauran district.In addition, special prizes were awarded to rural houses and clubs of culture, which were recognized as the best.It should be noted that the purpose of this competition is to improve measures to provide modern cultural services to the population, improve the quality of work of cultural institutions, develop folk art and support the work of rural cultural institutions.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/897333

In order to increase the tourist potential of the Turkestan region, large-scale projects are being implemented and tourist events are being organized.First deputy akim of Turkestan region Zulpykhar Zholdasov met with representatives and observers of the countries participating in the Organization of Turkic states who arrived in Turkestan. At the meeting, the tourist potential and opportunities of the region were presented, as well as issues of increasing the number of tourists were discussed. Proposals were made to train qualified personnel in the field of tourism, improve the quality of Service.Zulpykhar Zholdasov spoke about the potential of Turkestan and informed about the work on the development of the tourism industry.– Welcome to the Holy Turkestan region! As the head of state Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said, "Turkestan is the Golden pillar of our Atazhurt. Turkestan is the pride of all of us, the door to two worlds, the cradle of a male Turk, a sacred place known all over the world." At the informal summit of the heads of Turkic states in 2021, the city of Turkestan received the status of the spiritual capital of the Turkic world, and 2024 became "Turkestan – the tourist capital of the Turkic world". Tourism is one of the priority areas of the economy of the Turkestan region. The government and akimat are carrying out systematic work on the development of the tourism industry in the region. The main works are aimed at increasing the flow of tourists to the region. In this regard, cultural and mass events are held. Contacts with domestic and foreign tour operators have been established, and work is underway to increase the flight routes of the airport in Turkestan. I think that today's meeting dedicated to the representatives of the Turkic states will give a new impetus to the development of cooperation between the countries. I hope that during these trips you will get a special impression of Turkestan and return to your homeland with a new feeling, – said the first deputy governor of the region.The delegation from Turkey, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan thanked the turkestans for their hospitality and shared their impressions of the region. They noted that they are opening new locations for themselves and are ready to cooperate.At the meeting, the head of the Regional Department of Tourism Nurdaulet Demeuov reported on the ongoing work in the industry. In the Region, 3 main directions of the tourism industry have been identified. In particular, work is underway to develop historical, educational, environmental and therapeutic tourism. Since the beginning of the year, 63 billion tenge has been invested in the industry. Major projects are being implemented to provide tourists with additional products and new tourist programs.Since the beginning of the year, more than 400 thousand tourists have visited Turkestan region. The number of visitors to natural areas was 124 thousand people, the number of visitors to the sanatorium was 135 thousand people, the number of hotel guests was 210 thousand people. At the same time, 810 thousand people traveled to historical sites. According to the e-qonaq system, 19 thousand foreign tourists visited the region in 10 months of this year.It should be noted that guests from Turkic countries took part in the international training seminar on tourism, organized to present the tourism potential and directions of development of Turkestan. According to the program, which will last for three days, participants will visit the spiritual and cultural center of Turkestan, get acquainted with historical sites in Otrar and Sauran districts.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/897336

During his working trip, Akim of Turkestan region Darkhan Satybaldy visited a sports complex in the village of Orkeniyet in Maktaaral rural district, recently commissioned under the Auyl – El Besigi program. The facility, the construction of which began in 2023 and was completed this year, was built for 600 million tenge. The head of the region met with athletes and coaches, discussed current issues and assured that support for the sports industry will continue.The sports complex is equipped with a large gym and training facilities. There are conditions for practicing sports such as volleyball, basketball, futsal, handball, wrestling, boxing, judo and others. The complex is equipped with all necessary sports equipment. In addition, the complex has an artificial turf football field, as well as basketball and volleyball courts.Akim of the district Bakhyt Asanov said that earlier in the village of Myrzakent, the Kazhymukan Munaitpasov central stadium, the Myrzakent sports palace and more than 20 small sports grounds were built and put into operation.Darkhan Satybaldy also got acquainted with the construction of rental residential buildings for large and low-income families in the village of Atakent within the framework of the Nurly Zher program. Four two-storey houses with 24 apartments are being built in accordance with all standards and will be commissioned by the end of the year. 87 such apartments are under construction in the district as a whole. Earlier, 76 apartments were provided to large low-income families within the framework of the Nurly Zher program. Currently, more than 2 thousand families of various categories are on the waiting list for housing.The press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/897338

Work on gasification of settlements is actively underway in the Turkestan region. In two years, 6 automated gas distribution stations (AGTS) were put into operation, significantly increasing the length of gas networks. One of these stations is located in the village of Igilik, Maktaaral district. Akim of the region Darkhan Satybaldy visited this important facility, got acquainted with its condition and congratulated the residents.– Work on gasification of settlements in the region will continue. Thanks to the construction of new gas distribution stations, the infrastructure of the region continues to improve. All this is the result of state support," said the governor of the region, meeting with local residents. He instructed the head of the district and the head of the relevant department to continue systematic work in this direction.With the commissioning of the Maktaaral station, the gasification indicators of the district have improved significantly. Currently, 75.6% of the district's population is provided with natural gas. To achieve 100% gasification, another automated gas distribution station is being built, as well as internal gas networks in 19 settlements. 4.7 billion tenge has been allocated for these purposes in 2024. Design and estimate documentation has been developed for four other settlements, expertise has been passed, and work is underway to allocate funding.It should be noted that the Turkestan region occupies a leading position in the country in terms of gasification rates. In two years, 187 thousand people have been connected to natural gas, which is more than 90 settlements.The press service of the akim of the Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/897341

Today, within the framework of the Republican event "Taza Kazakhstan" in Kumkent rural district, Sozak district, cleaning works were organized, and local residents and active youth of the village cleaned the courtyard of the mausoleum of Baba Aziz with hairy hair.Acting Chairman of the Turkestan regional branch of the "AMANAT" party, deputy of the Turkestan regional maslikhat Kalyuma Zhantoreeva took a special part in the cleaning event and carried out cleaning on the territory of the monument, which is a relic of ancient times."It is our filial duty to take part in the cleanliness of the sacred and sacred areas. Syrly Sozak, which bends its root history, is actually a region that connects four phenomena of Kazakh spirituality. It is a great honor to turn Sozak, which was the temirkazy of the araily region, into a picturesque place and cherish its saints, who were like a beacon," Kalyma Zhantoreovna said.The event was attended by residents and guests of the capital. The territory of the mausoleum was cleared of household waste, the grass that grew irregularly in it was cleaned, and the dead tree trunks were cut down. Active youth and villagers took part in the campaign organized on the territory of the mausoleum, and the necessary equipment for cleaning was involved.Press service of the Akim of Turkestan regionSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ontustik/press/news/details/897345

The keys to 60 houses and townhouses were handed over to the waiting list of the Shetsky district. Representatives of socially vulnerable segments of the population received new housing.This year, funds were allocated in the Shetsky district for the purchase of 170 houses and townhouses on the primary market. The purchased square meters are given to the waiting list.Now 60 new settlers in the village of Aksu-Ayuli have received the keys to houses and townhouses.Akim of the Shet district Mukhit Mukhtarov congratulated them at the regional House of Culture.Almash Tazhibayeva, a single mother, is among those who received housing.– I have three children, and I've been standing in line for almost 15 years. Of course, I'm very glad that I got a place. The townhouse is spacious. On the ground floor there is a large kitchen and a living room, on the second floor there are two bedrooms. There is a bathroom, a bathroom, everything is very convenient. The children are also very happy, they have already occupied the bedroom for themselves. We are just moving now," she said.In total, since the beginning of the year, the keys to 24 apartments and 36 houses and townhouses have been handed over in the Shetsky district.By the end of this year, the villagers standing in line have yet to receive housing. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/896851

Within the framework of the festival of national traditions "Sybaga", a gastronomic exhibition of national dishes "Bereke" was held in the restaurant "Sarkyt" with the participation of representatives of Aktobe city and districts.The purpose of the event is to popularize national dishes, get acquainted with the gastronomic traditions of the country, preserve cultural heritage, teach young people traditional recipes and culinary skills, increase their interest, as well as strengthen spiritual and cultural ties between the regions.A special area was allocated to each district to demonstrate traditional dishes.At the stand from the Shalkar district, special attention was drawn to the composition called "Shalkar combo", which includes natural meat products: horse meat kazy, three types of sausage, smoked chicken, as well as local containers-talkan and koumiss, packed in a special box. The finished product in vacuum packaging is presented to the market by a resident of the city of Shalkar, a private entrepreneur Aibek Sagynaev. The products under the Shalkara brand, suitable for gifts, aroused great interest among visitors.The chefs of the restaurant "Sarkyt" also presented their culinary achievements. The special attention of the guests was attracted by the technology of cooking a hot dish "Burme karyn" (baked stomach). The meat, sealed in the stomach, wrapped in clay, was cooked by cooks over a fire from saxaul.The volunteers demonstrated the process of stripping containers in a mortar, grinding grain and showed how a local branded product is made. Representatives of the Temir district on the big screen told about a unique dish – "orme tostik" (braided brisket).The Mugaljarians approached the exhibition with special preparation. The guests were explained in detail the process of storing yellow oil in the stomach, cutting meat, cooking such forgotten national dishes as kuyrdak, asin (a dish of minced meat and rice).Following the results of the exhibition, all districts were awarded in various categories, such as "Best traditional drink", "Best Regional recipe", "Best District".Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aktobe/press/news/details/897307

At the site of the Ministry of Industry and Construction of the Republic of Kazakhstan, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Chairman of the Committee of Industry Turar Zholmagambetov with representatives of EEDI and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) within the framework of the "Project to promote energy efficiency and energy conservation in Kazakhstan". The main focus of the meeting was to discuss joint initiatives aimed at introducing advanced technologies and modernizing production processes in Kazakhstan in the field of energy conservation and energy efficiency.JICA's involvement plays a key role in sharing international experience and providing the necessary resources to achieve EEDI's strategic energy efficiency goals. As the participants of the meeting noted, the trilateral partnership allows for the introduction of innovative solutions and high standards, which strengthens the position of EEDI in the implementation of projects.Such interaction highlights the importance of international cooperation in addressing global challenges and promoting sustainable technologies to improve energy efficiency. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mps/press/news/details/897275

Vice Minister of Agriculture Yermek Kenzhehanuly met with Stanlake Samkange, Director of the Multilateral and Programmatic Country Partnership of the United Nations World Food Program.During the meeting, issues of cooperation with the international humanitarian organization were discussed."Compliance with agricultural technologies, as well as favorable weather conditions, made it possible to harvest 26.6 million tons of grain crops. This is a record harvest in the last 10 years. Increasing yields and productivity helps to reduce costs and production costs, which allows us to offer a competitive price for grain on the world market. Under such conditions, Kazakhstan has great potential and is ready to become a global supplier of food. In this regard, I think we have many points of contact with the UN WFP," Yermek Kenzhehanuly stressed.The Vice Minister noted that the work on increasing the supply companies of both food and non-food products for WFP continues. Over the past years, more than 10 companies in Kazakhstan have successfully cooperated with the organization in the supply of their products for humanitarian needs.Following the meeting, Yermek Kenzhehanuly suggested that WFP organize trainings for Kazakhstani companies on learning the rules of participation in WFP tenders.The parties agreed to continue further cooperation.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/moa/press/news/details/897295

The international conference "The Role of Women in Ensuring Peace and Security" was held in Astana as part of the campaign "16 active days against gender-based violence". Members of the National Commission on Women's Affairs and Family and Demographic Policy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, deputies of the Parliament of the Republic of Kazakhstan, representatives of state and law enforcement agencies, diplomatic services, international organizations and scientists took part.The topics of the conference were the role of women in the prevention of political and military conflicts, prevention of violence against girls and women, promotion of gender stereotypes, gender approach in law enforcement, women's leadership, etc.Representatives of the Ministry of Culture and Information spoke about legislative initiatives aimed at protecting women and children. They also discussed in detail the implementation of the National Plan "Women, Peace and Security", which was updated this year.Thus, according to the Plan, training of peacekeepers, military personnel, law enforcement officers, press services and the media is being successfully conducted, and the number of women in the service is increasing. Seven female military personnel took part in UN missions in Western Sahara, Lebanon and Côte d'Ivoire. In total, 18 new items were included in the updated Plan.It should be noted that in 2025, the world gender agenda will mark two significant dates, this is the 25th anniversary of resolution 1325 "Women. The World. Security" and the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, which are key international documents protecting women's rights. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/897274

In honor of the 85th anniversary of the Kyzylorda Regional Museum of Local Lore, the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan opened an exhibition "The Land of Cheese - the cradle of Turkic civilization".The exposition includes the Korkyt Ata heritage, included in the UNESCO list of intangible cultural heritage, as well as ethnographic objects of the XIX–XX centuries.The exhibition presents the results of archaeological excavations at ancient settlements in the region, such as Chirik-Rabat, Syganak, Tugisken, Zhetiasar, Zhankent, Kyshkala, Asanas. There are also dombra collections and paintings stored in the S. Aitbayev Art Gallery.The opening of the exhibition was attended by deputies of the Senate and the Mazhilis, poets, writers and representatives of the creative intelligentsia.The exhibition will be open to visitors until December 19, 2024. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/897294

A meeting with representatives of the Headquarters of the United Nations Volunteers Program was held in Astana, dedicated to the preparation for the International Year of Volunteers.The event was attended by Vice-Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aizada Kurmanova and Head of the International Secretariat of the UN Volunteer Program Sandra Ingrid Koch.The meeting participants discussed the goals and objectives facing the International Secretariat and the National Organizing Committee of Kazakhstan. Proposals aimed at opening up new opportunities to enhance the contribution of volunteerism to achieving global sustainable Development Goals were also considered.Recall that at the initiative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the UN General Assembly declared 2026 the International Year of Volunteer Mobilization for Sustainable Development.Kazakhstan demonstrates an example of a successful institutional partnership between the state and the volunteer community. To date, more than 740 volunteer organizations and over a thousand initiative groups are active in the country. The total number of active volunteers is more than 240 thousand people. Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/897310

The Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan informs that on December 10 this year, together with the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Central Asian Association of Journalistic Studies, the School of Law and Public Administration of NARXOZ University, it is planned to hold a scientific and practical conference "Data Journalism for sustainable development: goals, challenges and human rights for Central Asia" (program attached).The event is dedicated to discussing the use of big data and artificial intelligence to strengthen legal protection and freedoms in the media, as well as approaches to teaching data journalism.The conference will be attended by leading international experts and representatives of organizations in the field of media and journalism: OSCE Representative Office on Freedom of the Media (Austria); Worlds of Journalism Study (Germany); World Council for Journalism Education, Academy France Médias Monde (France), research organizations and universities from Germany, France, Sweden, USA, Netherlands, Slovakia, representatives of journalism and media faculties of Central Asian universities.The event will be held at the address: Almaty, Baizakova str., 303, UN Plaza Almaty, Conference Hall.We invite media representatives to take part in the event by registering at the following link: https://forms.gle/YPFsydfdx7Jux7359For journalists working in other regions and unable to attend the course, an online broadcast on the Zoom platform will be available: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87237537076?pwd=91CZKKOcDhmmGdn59t9zUY7mmSqaZ3.1 (conference ID: 872 3753 7076, access code: 976374)For all questions, please contact the following contacts: 8 (7172) 740186.The conference program Press Service of the Ministry of Culture and Information of the Republic of KazakhstanSource : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mam/press/news/details/897206

The Minister of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan met with the Head of the European Education Foundation Pilvi Torsti and the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Estonia to Kazakhstan Jaap Ora. The parties discussed the prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation in the field of secondary, technical and vocational education.During the meeting, the Minister noted that within the framework of the Year of Working Professions announced by the Head of State, a large-scale transformation of the system of technical and vocational education is being carried out. Legislative norms are being improved, as well as management at colleges is being strengthened, taking into account the best international practices.In addition, issues related to the implementation of joint educational programs, innovative development of colleges, internships for students and teachers, as well as projects for the professional development of school teachers were discussed.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/897283

In Astana, the laying of the first 500 meters of the rail track has been completed on the section of the LRT overpass between stations No. 116 and No. 117. This test stage will allow us to study the impact of winter weather conditions on the condition of the upper structure of the light rail track, the official website of the Mayor's Office of the city reports with reference to CTS.The rail track includes a reinforcing frame, sleepers, rails and fasteners. The total length of the overpass is 22.4 km, and a double track will be laid along its entire length, which will ensure the passage of trains, convenience of their maintenance and repair work.The laying of the path is carried out using modern technologies.The standard track width of 1,435 mm ensures compatibility with international standards.Seamless rail laying reduces noise from train wheels and minimizes vibrations.Prestressed sleepers are protected from cracking, resistant to frost and thawing.With the onset of the warm season next year, the active laying of rails along the entire length of the overpass will begin. In winter, the necessary materials are being prepared.The completion of the laying of rails on the overpass is scheduled for 2025.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/astana/press/news/details/897060

In 2025, large–scale planting of three-tiered landscaping will begin on the territory of Almaty, where the first tier will consist of a lawn and flower beds, the second tier will consist of shrubs and ornamental plants, and the third will consist of large-sized trees.The relevant draft budget for 2025-2027 is planned to be considered at the upcoming session of the Maslikhat of Almaty. This was reported by the press service of the city Maslikhat.In total, it is planned to plant about 17 thousand large-sized trees, of which 15 thousand will be more than 4 meters high, and 2 thousand - more than 6 meters.Planting will be carried out on public lands: along main streets, in parks, squares, boulevards and other public spaces. This approach will make it possible to create shade and green areas in the shortest possible time, which is especially important for densely populated areas of the city.The project provides for the use of modern methods of planting and caring for trees. Within two years after planting, systematic care of the plantings will be organized, including drip irrigation and installation of automatic irrigation systems, as well as fertilizing trees and shrubs with mineral fertilizers adapted to local conditions, which will accelerate their survival.Landscaping is aimed at improving the environmental situation and improving the quality of the urban environment. Planting large-sized trees will reduce the time for the formation of a full-fledged green infrastructure and create comfortable conditions for residents.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/almaty/press/news/details/897127