Republican command and staff exercises of emergency response services for winter emergencies took place in the capital. The special services staff also showed their skills.As part of the staff training, the city operational headquarters was deployed, which included the civil protection services of the city to work out the introductory and decisions of the republican headquarters.According to the tactical plan, the forces and means of the urban subsystem of the state civil protection system of the capital carried out emergency recovery work, where there was a leak of hot water in the section of the underground heating main, as well as restoration work of an accident at an electrical substation with a fire and closure of underground wires, firefighters worked to eliminate this fire.Further, emergency rescue operations were carried out from the Astana-Kokshetau passenger bus. Medical workers provided first aid to passengers who became ill due to hypothermia. Later, rescuers rushed to help carry out search and rescue operations for the driver and one of the passengers, who went out to seek help and got lost in a snow drift. To search for missing citizens, a cynological calculation of the operational rescue squad was involved."All practical actions were worked out according to the plan of the RCSHU. These exercises showed how the services will practice their actions during a real emergency. The exercises took place almost in real conditions. In conclusion, we can say that the civil protection system in Astana is ready for the winter period and for the fulfillment of the tasks set," said Yerkin Kashkanov, Head of the Department of Emergency Situations of the Emergency Situations Department of Astana city.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/emer/press/news/details/888441

Today, a meeting was held with children's ombudsmen on the topical topic "Balalardyn kauipsizdigin kamtamasyz etudegi zamanaui son-katerler". This event is dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Kazakhstan's ratification of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and World Children's Day. It was attended by more than 50 children's representatives, as well as regional commissioners for children's rights. The organizers of this event are the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Commissioner for Children's Rights of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the United Nations Children's Fund UNICEF.The event consisted of three thematic blocks where children could express opinions on key issues and propose solutions to problems. Topics of discussion included the rights of the child, protection in the digital world and the environmental footprint.The First Vice-Minister of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Natalia Zhumadildaeva made a welcoming speech. She emphasized that the well-being of children is the main priority of the state policy of Kazakhstan."Protecting the rights of children is our common task. It is extremely important that every child feels supported, cared for and heard. It is no coincidence that the Institute of Children's Representative offices was created, which became a platform that gives children the opportunity to be heard. Today, new horizons are opening up before us: a new stage in the activities of children's ombudsmen is beginning, and the work of regional commissioners for children's rights is intensifying. Our common task is to join forces for the benefit of children. In your person, you will represent the voice of children in each region and become assistants for adults in ensuring and protecting children's rights," the First Vice Minister noted.The parties discussed the importance of protecting the rights and safety of the younger generation, and also held trainings to develop their skills and knowledge."We are glad not just to take part in today's dialogue, but to conduct it. We, the children, have our own ideas and vision on how to make the world safer and better, so that every child has all the opportunities for development," said Ruslan Zakharenko, Children's Ombudsman of Astana.Today, 6.8 million children live in Kazakhstan. State policy is actively aimed at achieving international standards for the quality of life of children. Significant progress has been made in the 30 years since the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. In 2020, children's representative offices were established in each region, formed from schoolchildren, and the status of the regional commissioner for children's rights was consolidated in order to more effectively take into account the interests of children at the local level.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/887517

Within the framework of the Year of Working Professions initiated by the Head of State, a National Competence Center will be created in Astana on behalf of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan to support and develop students of technical and vocational education.The National Competence Center will serve as a dialogue platform for business and a personnel training system, and will also become a single training base for preparing students of technical and vocational education (VET) for international professional skills competitions, developing the expert community and increasing the popularity of working professions."The Year of Working Professions announced by the Head of State underlines the importance of technical and vocational education for the whole country. The opening of the National Competence Center will be a key step in the implementation of the strategy to improve the quality of education and the attractiveness of working professions. The center will be the basis for the preparation of the national team for the WorldSkills World Championships, will ensure the creation of the main regional base for retraining and advanced training, will become an important dialogue platform for business and educational institutions, which contributes to improving interaction between employers and the system of training specialists," said Minister of Education Gani Beisembayev, speaking at the closing of the IX Republican WorldSkills Championship Kazakhstan – 2024.It should be noted that similar centers are successfully operating in countries such as China, South Korea and Russia, which have already demonstrated their effectiveness in training highly qualified specialists. Worldwide, the WorldSkills movement is one of the main tools for increasing the prestige of working professions. The national team of Kazakhstan has successfully represented the country in the international arena since 2014.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/887530

The Minister of Education met with teaching staff, heads and representatives of private school associations at the site of the First Republican Conference of Private Secondary Education Organizations.Addressing the participants of the conference, Gani Beisembayev noted that the state actively supports the development of educational organizations, regardless of their forms of ownership. For example, this year alone, 161 billion tenge has been allocated from the budget to private schools with more than 250 thousand children."Another important step will be a new bill initiated by the Government in the Mazhilis on providing social assistance to children from socially vulnerable families studying in private schools as part of a state educational order. Children from private schools will also be able to receive assistance for the purchase of necessary school supplies at the expense of the Universal Education fund and will be provided with free hot meals. This highlights the government's support for the private sector. The main task of educational organizations, regardless of their forms of ownership, is the formation of high—quality human capital of the country. Every child should receive a high—quality education and develop in safe and comfortable conditions," the minister said.Today, there are more than 8 thousand schools in the country with a contingent of 3.9 million children. Thanks to the significant support of the state, the number of private schools has increased 3 times over the past three years, amounting to more than 800 – more than 250 thousand children are enrolled in them.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/887586

Minister of Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan Gani Beisembayev held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to the Republic of Kazakhstan Mustafa Kapudzhu. During the meeting, the Minister noted the importance of further expanding bilateral cooperation between Astana and Istanbul in the field of education. The parties also discussed issues of further cooperation in the field of preschool, secondary, technical and vocational, inclusive education. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/888252

During a working trip to Kyzylorda region, First Vice Minister of Education Natalia Zhumadildayeva held a reporting meeting with residents of the region and a personal reception of citizens. At the meeting, the First Vice Minister informed the residents of the region about the main directions of the ministry's work and the measures taken, including increasing the human potential of teachers, developing rural schools, improving the quality of education, creating a safe and comfortable environment for children, transforming the system of technical and vocational education, as well as issues of education and interaction between schools and parents. "On behalf of the Head of State, systematic work is currently being carried out in the country to create the necessary conditions for the comprehensive development of the younger generation and to provide them with high-quality education. In this context, it is particularly worth highlighting the national project "Comfortable School", initiated by the Head of State, which ensures the creation of conditions for teaching children in modern and comfortable conditions not only in cities, but also in remote villages. Also, in order to increase the effectiveness of technical and vocational education in the regions, steps are being taken to redesign colleges taking into account the needs of the economy, form leading colleges, as well as create an effective college management system. An integrated Birtutas Tarbieh education program based on national values has been introduced in all educational institutions," Natalia Zhumadildaeva said. About 600 people attended the meeting, and everyone was able to ask their questions to the First Vice Minister of Education. The questions, in particular, concerned topical issues in the field of preschool, secondary, technical and vocational, special and inclusive education, as well as the upbringing and protection of children's rights. During the trip, Natalia Zhumadildayeva also held a personal reception for citizens and visited a number of educational organizations, where she got acquainted with their infrastructure, equipment and organization of the educational process. It should be noted that today there are 1,042 educational institutions in the Kyzylorda region, including 337 schools, 28 colleges and 677 preschool organizations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/888258

Violations were identified by the Committee for Quality Assurance in the Field of Education and its territorial departments during the monitoring of educational organizations.As the audit showed since the beginning of 2024, 58 schools did not have a license for educational activities. To date, 17 of them have brought the requirements for educational activities into line. In relation to schools conducting unlicensed activities, court orders have been issued to award a fine under Article 463 of the Administrative Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan. They are mainly located in Astana and Almaty, Atyrau, Almaty, West Kazakhstan, Turkestan, Mangistau and Zhambyl regions."All schools, according to the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan "On Education", must obtain a permit before starting educational activities. The lack of a license means that the school has not passed the compliance check or has not applied for a permit. The right to engage in educational activities arises for educational organizations from the moment they receive a license. If the school has not received a license within six months from the date of state registration, then it is subject to closure in court," Chairman of the committee Ernur Dauenov stressed.The main requirements for obtaining a license include the availability of an appropriate material and technical base, qualified teaching staff, compliance with sanitary, epidemiological and fire safety standards, as well as the organization of medical care for students. Non-compliance with these requirements is the basis for administrative punishment and, in case of repeated violations, for suspension of the activities of an educational institution.Recall that schools are under the jurisdiction of local executive bodies. Territorial departments have sent official letters to regional akimats and heads of education departments demanding that they take measures to eliminate violations.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/edu/press/news/details/888336

On November 20, 2024 within the framework of the Prime Minister's order "On certain issues of holding meetings of heads of central executive bodies with the population" Vice-Minister of National Economy Bauyrzhan Omarbekov made a business trip to the city of Shymkent, where he held a meeting with the population of Kursai microdistrict.During the visit, the Vice-Minister familiarized with the activities of the Communal State Institution "Turan", as well as with the progress of construction of engineering infrastructure systems of the Kursai microdistrict, which is implemented within the framework of the outskirts of large cities infrastructure development program.At the meeting with the population they discussed topical issues on providing residents with necessary infrastructure and raised concerns regarding social issues.In addition, during the business trip a meeting on the development of local self-government was held with the participation of local representative and executive bodies of Shymkent. The meeting was held as part of the implementation of measures provided by the Concept of Local Self-Government Development in the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2025.The participants proposed approaches to decentralize public administration in large cities of Kazakhstan based on international experience. Proposals of akims of the city districts on improvement of interaction of executive bodies with residents were also given consideration.The meeting resulted in recommendations that will be used in future work. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/887266

Премьер-министр Олжас Бектенов и члены Правительства приняли участие в пленарном заседании Сената Парламента РК.Законопроекты о республиканском бюджете и о гарантированном трансферте из Национального фонда на 2025-2027 годы депутатам представили заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Нурлан Байбазаров и министр финансов Мади Такиев. В ходе заседания сенаторами был рассмотрен и одобрен Закон «О гарантированном трансферте из Национального фонда Республики Казахстан на 2025 – 2027 годы». В соответствии с нормами документа размер гарантированного трансферта из Национального фонда в республиканский бюджет для обеспечения расходов по выполнению государственных обязательств составляет по 2 трлн тенге на 2025, 2026 и 2027 годы. Принятие закона позволит обеспечить сбалансированность бюджета и реализовать стабилизационную функцию Национального фонда.Депутатами также рассмотрен Закон «О республиканском бюджете на 2025 – 2027 годы». Приоритетной задачей бюджета остается исполнение социальных обязательств государства и реализация поручений Президента страны. Так, параметры республиканского бюджета на предстоящие три года определены с учетом соблюдения бюджетных правил и концентрации бюджетных расходов на приоритетных направлениях социально-экономического развития. Первоочередными направлениями бюджетных расходов остаются выполнение в полном объеме государственных социальных обязательств, развитие человеческого капитала через усиление поддержки науки, образования, медицины. В частности, общий объем расходов республиканского бюджета планируется в сумме: 25 750 млрд тенге в 2025 году, 23 168 млрд тенге в 2026 году и 24 566 млрд тенге в 2027 году. Средства направляются на улучшение благосостояния граждан через выстраивание экономической модели с адаптацией к текущим реалиям, а также создание условий для обеспечения стабильности государственных финансов и повышения доходов населения.Концептуально сенаторы республиканский бюджет поддержали, но в ходе его рассмотрения инициировали внесение ряда изменений. В частности, депутаты предложили на следующий год дополнительно выделить 60 млрд тенге, в том числе на региональное развитие, решение проблем водоснабжения и водоотведения, реализацию программы «Ауыл – ел бесігі» и другие направления. В этой связи было принято решение вернуть закон в Мажилис с предложенными поправками.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/888139

Заместитель Премьер-Министра – министр национальной экономики Нурлан Байбазаров в кулуарах Сената Парламента ответил на вопросы журналистов касательно объема государственного долга.Вице-премьер рассказал, что Международныйвалютный фонд, Всемирный банк, международные рейтинговые агентства ежегодно оценивают уровень развития экономики, уровень финансовой устойчивости Казахстана и отмечают стабильно низкий размер государственного долга:«Последние изменения, которые произошли в международных кредитных рейтингах,свидетельствуют о фискальной, финансовой устойчивости нашей страны. У нас имеются значительные валютные резервы в виде Национального фонда, золотовалютных резервов, размер которых превысил уже больше 100 млрд долларов и это та финансовая подушка безопасности, которая позволяет нам активно привлекать инвестиции.Мы приняли Концепцию управления государственными финансами. В ней прописаны ограничения - госдолг, в целом, не должен превышать 32% от ВВП страны. Сейчас данный показатель составляет порядка 23%, то есть мы находимся на достаточно безопасном и комфортном уровне по объему государственного долга».Также Нуралан Байбазаров отметил, что этот долг нужно рассматривать как инвестиции, благодаря привлечению которых создаются активы, позволяющие развивать казахстанскую экономику:«Мы строим дороги, инвестируем в инфраструктуру, запускаем новые производства. Это создает прочную основу для развития экономики в дальнейшем, чтобы обеспечивать экономический рост нашей страны».Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/888194

Kazakhstan continues to actively promote the climate agenda, strengthening international cooperation within the framework of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). At COP29, representatives of the country discussed with Maria Misovikova, Head of the UNFCCC Resource Mobilization and Partnership Department, key initiatives to implement national climate goals.Achievements and plans of Kazakhstan:Achieving carbon neutrality by 2060. A roadmap is being developed that includes industry-specific measures to reduce emissions.Biannual Transparency Reports (BTR). In September 2024, Kazakhstan held a joint event with the UNFCCC in Astana aimed at preparing reports that will be submitted to the organization's Secretariat in early 2025.Development of a new contribution (NDC). Kazakhstan is ready to present an updated contribution in early 2025, focusing on specific measures in key sectors of the economy.Future initiatives:Kazakhstan has proposed holding a Regional Climate Summit in 2026, which will become a platform for coordinating approaches and measures in the Central Asian region. Key directions:Support for the climate transition.Adaptation to climate change.Ensuring food security.An inclusive and fair transition.A Project office on Climate Change and Green Energy in Almaty will be established to coordinate efforts. Kazakhstan counts on the support of the UNFCCC, including holding a summit under the auspices of the organization.Conclusion of the memorandum:Within the framework of the climate partnership, Kazakhstan proposed to sign a memorandum of cooperation with the UNFCCC, the text of which was previously presented at the conference in Bonn.Kazakhstan expresses gratitude for the support and is ready to further strengthen the partnership to achieve global climate goals.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887178

The Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan took part in the panel discussion "From glaciers to farms", which took place within the framework of the COP29 climate conference. The main topic of discussion was the management of transboundary water resources and adaptation to climate change in Central and Western Asia.The event discussed key approaches to reducing climate risks, increasing the sustainability of agriculture and improving water resources management. The participants noted the importance of joining the efforts of the countries of the region in developing and implementing effective solutions to minimize the effects of climate change.Special attention was paid to the regional program "From glaciers to farms" (G2F). This program is aimed at creating sustainable infrastructure, supporting agriculture and attracting international funding for projects that contribute to sustainable development.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887665

Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, M.T. Oshurbaev, spoke at a high-level Round table dedicated to fulfilling the Global Commitment to Cooling. During the event, the key steps of Kazakhstan to achieve climate goals and protect the ozone layer were announced.Special mention was made of the Ministry's work on the ratification of the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol.As part of the implementation of the Montreal Protocol, the country is conducting an inventory of hydrofluorocarbons and developing a plan for their phased reduction, which will strengthen the fight against climate change.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887673

As part of the development of bilateral cooperation, on November 20, 2024, the Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, M.T. Oshurbaev, held a meeting with the Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Sakhalin Region of the Russian Federation, V.V. Alenkov.During the meeting, the key issues of the exchange of experience in the creation of carbon regulation systems were discussed. Both sides expressed their willingness to work together to improve climate policy and implement environmental initiatives.Special attention was paid to the following:Invitation to the international Forum: Sakhalin Oblast plans to invite the delegation of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the International Environmental and Climate Forum of the BRICS countries, which will be held on May 15-16, 2025 in Sakhalin. The Forum will become an important platform for the exchange of ideas and best practices in the field of sustainable development.The Sakhalin Region also plans to achieve carbon neutrality by the end of 2025.In turn, the Strategy for achieving Carbon Neutrality of the Republic of Kazakhstan until 2060 serves as an example for the development of a similar document.At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their mutual interest in further developing partnership in the climate sector aimed at ensuring a sustainable future.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887680

On November 21, a panel session "Sakhalin Climate Experiment: results of implementation and prospects for international cooperation" was held on the sidelines of SOR29.The session was devoted to discussing key aspects of the experiment, including decarbonization, natural climate solutions, carbon regulation mechanisms and carbon unit trading. Cooperation at the international level aimed at implementing sustainable solutions has become an important focus.The speaker of the session was Vice-Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan Mansur Tursynovich Oshurbaev. In his report, he presented Kazakhstan's experience in the functioning of the national Emissions trading system (NTS) and its contribution to reducing the carbon footprint.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887692

Within the framework of COP29, an event was held on the theme "Effective plastic waste management for climate sustainability: understanding challenges and searching for opportunities", organized by the Azerbaijani side. The main report was delivered by the Vice-Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan M. Oshurbaev.During his speech, the Vice Minister noted that plastic waste is not only an environmental problem, but also a climate problem. The production, use and disposal of plastic are associated with high greenhouse gas emissions, which significantly contributes to the carbon footprint.During the event, special attention was paid to the importance of intersectoral cooperation for the introduction of a circular economy and innovative approaches to waste management.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/887718

On the eve of the key INC-5 negotiations (Busan, Korea) on the development of an international legal treaty on plastics, a side event "Plastic Product Design: Challenges and opportunities for sustainable development in the context of climate change" was held in the QAZAQSTAN pavilion at COP29. The event was organized by the Project Office for Central Asia on Climate Change and Green Energy.Among the honorary speakers were Mansur Oshurbayev, Vice Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan; Yutaka Matsuzawa, Deputy Minister for Global Environmental Affairs of the Ministry of Environment of Japan; and Anthony Agota, EU Special Envoy for Climate and Environment. A special video message was sent by Joti Mathur-Philippe, Executive Secretary of the Secretariat of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Combating Plastic Pollution, emphasizing the importance of sustainable plastic design in global negotiations. Shoji Kusumoto from Panasonic (Japan) and Natalia Skripnikova from GRID-Arendal (Norway) also presented their ideas and solutions to improve the design of plastic products.The session became an important platform for discussing innovative approaches, international cooperation and the promotion of the circular economy, providing valuable recommendations for global plastic management efforts in the run-up to INC-5.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/ecogeo/press/news/details/888450

Kazakh Minister of Health Akmaral Alnazarova held a meeting with Robb Butler, Director of the WHO Division for Infectious Diseases, Environment and Health.The parties discussed the opening of the WHO Best Practices Center for the Elimination of the Tuberculosis Epidemic in Kazakhstan.The country is showing remarkable progress in the fight against tuberculosis, showing high commitment to the recommendations and global goals of the WHO European Office. Morbidity and mortality rates are decreasing, which is due to the introduction of the best standards for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this infection.The Head of the Department expressed confidence that Kazakhstan will become the best platform for the opening of the Center, contributing to further strengthening the resolve to eliminate tuberculosis, exchange of experience between countries, dialogue and coordination of activities not only in Central Asia, but also in the WHO European region.The agenda of the meeting also included the second Forum of Partners for Health, which is taking place in Astana today, "Environmental protection problems and possible solutions through the interaction of humans, animals and the environment" with the participation of representatives of WHO, the UN, and the EU.Noting Kazakhstan's achievements in key areas of healthcare, Mr. Robb Butler expressed his willingness to support country initiatives to address environmental problems in the Aral Sea region, which have an impact on public health indicators.At the end of the meeting, the parties agreed to strengthen cooperation and develop strategic approaches in order to reduce the negative effects of environmental factors on the health and well-being of citizens. They also found understanding and support in strengthening infection prevention through immunization.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/dsm/press/news/details/887848

On November 20, 2024, a seminar on the topic "Formation of an anti-corruption culture: the role of a civil servant" was held at the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan under the chairmanship of Chief of Staff S.A. Yerseitova.Zh.Zh. Zhylkyshieva, an officer for particularly important cases of the Anti-Corruption Agency's Prevention Service, acted as an invited speaker at the event. In her report, she highlighted the main aspects of the anti-corruption policy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, restrictions related to corruption, conflicts of interest, as well as recent changes and additions to legislation.The seminar was attended by heads and staff of committees, structural and territorial divisions, as well as subordinate organizations of the Ministry of Justice. The participants discussed the role and responsibility of civil servants in the formation of an anti-corruption culture, the negative consequences of corruption for society and ways to prevent it.In addition, the Ethics Commissioner of the Ministry of Justice, A.S. Sydykova, stressed that every civil servant plays a huge role in the fight against corruption, and for this it is necessary to always adhere to the principles of honesty, fairness, openness, decency and modesty.The Ministry of Justice continues to actively work to strengthen the fight against corruption, based on the principles of fairness, openness and accountability.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/adilet/press/news/details/888311

A large-scale championship in three types of wrestling took place in Taraz. The Karaganda region was represented by 29 athletes.10 girls from our region competed in women's wrestling. Three of them won medals.Guldana Bekesh was awarded gold in the 59 kg weight category. Two bronze medals were won by Zulfiya Yakhyarova and Elmira Syzdykova in the weight categories of 59 and 75 kg, respectively.11 athletes represented the region in Greco-Roman wrestling. Ibrahim Magomadov was awarded gold in the 77 kg weight category. Olzhas Ergali won the bronze (82 kg). Of the eight Karaganda wrestlers, two took fifth place. – We consider this result satisfactory. Of course, we expected more, but it is important to say that the strongest athletes of the country participated in this Cup. There were also champions of Kazakhstan and Asia. There were only no Olympic and world champions," says Sagadat Abdikarimov, acting head of the Daulet Wrestling Division.Now the athletes who won medals at the Cup need to recover. After that, even more hard training will be waiting for them.– Ahead of us, in 2025, the championship of Kazakhstan, then Asia and the world. We will prepare and wait for new victories," Sagadat Abdikarimov said. Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/karaganda/press/news/details/886920